摘要: |
The tragic events of September 11, 2001, and the more recent events of war with Iraq during the early spring of 2003, resulted in a significant heightened level of concern from federal government officials and transportation industry members regarding the secure transport of hazardous materials (HAZMAT). These security issues focus on HAZMAT shipments as potential targets for terrorists. HAZMAT shipments through intermodal connectors, modes, and facilities are all prospective targets for domestic acts of terrorism, and pose a much greater concern to public safety than most other shipment types. HAZMAT shipments, especially fuels and chemicals, present an attractive target for terrorists due to the multiple points of vulnerability. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) are seeking methods to reduce HAZMAT transportation security risks. Several off- the-shelf technologies that enhance HAZMAT security and transport safety will be deployed and tested by the Battelle under this Operational Test. The Operational Test Team assembled a working group consisting of technology developers and vendors; HAZMAT industry shippers and carriers; and security experts to facilitate and manage the four selected operational test scenarios. The four operational test scenarios will employ various current off-the-shelf technologies to address the functional requirements and produce expected HAZMAT transportation benefits including security, safety, and operational efficiency. The four major scenarios that comprise the operational test are Scenario 1: Bulk Fuel Delivery; Scenario 2: Less Than Truckload High Hazard; Scenario 3: Bulk Chemical; and Scenario 4: Truckload Explosives. A final report will present the findings conclusions, and recommendations from the independent assessment. |