Executive Council Statement
Protecting the Public from Transportation Security Risks
… the recent tragic accident in South Carolina reminds us. And on the human resource front, comprehensive employee security training is wanting, while workers who blow the whistle on security risks are vulnerable to retaliation. Cross-Border … regulations under the Maritime Transportation Security Act have issued, too many ports fail to follow or enforce them. Training and evacuation requirements are ignored, seals and empty containers are not sufficiently checked and vehicle … our nation's intercity bus network. In particular, a grant program must be established to cover costs related to employee training, terminal modifications, the protection or isolation of drivers and passenger and baggage screening activities. …