What inspections are necessary when a crew is picking up 10 cars listed as TIH/PIH that are a solid block?

When a crew is picking up ten cars that are classified as Toxic Inhalation Hazard (TIH) or Poison Inhalation Hazard (PIH) and are a solid block, the protocol specifies that no inspections are necessary for that particular operation. This is based on the understanding that when dealing with a solid block of cars with similar contents and a coherent classification, the need for extensive inspection is mitigated.

The rationale behind this is that the consistency of the load and classification implies that all cars in the block adhere to the same standards and safety protocols, which often allows for streamlined procedures.

In operations involving TIH/PIH materials, efficiency and safety are paramount, and the regulations are designed to minimize unnecessary delays while ensuring that all safety measures are still adequately observed. Hence, the decision to forego additional inspections for each car in a solid block is in line with regulatory guidelines for these types of hazardous materials.