Dot Requires Stronger Railroad Hazmat Tank Cars To Improve Crashworthiness

摘要

In a move to enhance safety on the nation's railroads, U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters today announced a final rule to improve the crashworthiness of railroad tank cars used to transport some of the most dangerous hazardous materials. "Strengthening rail hazmat tank cars will reduce the risk of spills and increase public safety should a train accident occur," Secretary Peters said. She noted the final rule is focused on poison inhalation hazard (PIH) materials like chlorine and anhydrous ammonia heavily used in water treatment, agricultural, and industrial applications.