Railway Security ─ Protecting Against Manmade and Natural Disasters

The increase in rail disasters in recent years has highlighted the importance of preemptive protocol to avoid such tragedies. In this book leading experts address all major aspects of contemporary rail safety and security issues. Case studies of transit disasters-including the London Underground and Madrid commuter bombings, commuter train attacks in Mumbai, and the Tokyo subway attack-illustrate lessons learned and provide critical insight into preventative measures. Designed as a one-stop source for railway owners and first response personnel, this detailed text discusses how to secure hazardous material transport and how to establish guidelines for rail freight operations and rail passenger operations.

Richard R. Young is Professor of Supply Chain Management at the School of Business Administration, Pennsylvania State University, USA and a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.

Gary A. Gordon (Lt. Col., USA, Ret.) is Adjunct Faculty at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, and a former Assistant Federal Security Director for DHS/TSA, railroad specialist for the former ICC and Assistant Chief Engineer of a Northeast railroad.

Jeremy F. Plant is Professor Emeritus of Public Policy and Administration, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, USA.