Re: Trans.Sec.Buttgig on Ohio train wreck - I was a mayor for 8 years and dealt with many disasters. What disasters?
Author: More specifically
Date: 02-22-2023 - 11:02
But yes, as implemented, the ECP requirement wouldn't have applied to this particular train.
"Some are saying the ECP (electronically controlled pneumatic) brake rule, if implemented, would’ve prevented this derailment. FALSE – here’s why…
— Jennifer Homendy (@JenniferHomendy) February 17, 2023
The ECP braking rule would’ve applied ONLY to HIGH HAZARD FLAMMABLE TRAINS. The train that derailed in East Palestine was a MIXED FREIGHT TRAIN containing only 3 placarded Class 3 flammable liquids cars. pic.twitter.com/ReAFDSdsn7
— Jennifer Homendy (@JenniferHomendy) February 17, 2023"