Norfolk Southern's new guideline of one-minute inspections for railcars has raised alarms about potential flaws being overlooked, as unions express concerns over rushed safety checks.
Karl Alexy, Chief Safety Officer of the Federal Railroad Administration stated, 'I’m very concerned about defects not being found,' highlighting the inadequacy of one-minute inspections.
Despite promises of reforms after the East Palestine derailment, there hasn't been much improvement in rail safety, indicating discontent with the industry's lean operating model.
The loss of experienced workers due to job cuts has led to railroads relying heavily on new employees, intensifying worries about their capacity to identify safety risks.
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