OLI's RISC Training for Law Enforcement & TRANSCAER’s Understanding Tank Cars & Locomotives
Training Event
Location
Phoenix Fire Department Special Operations
2430 S 22nd Avenue
Phoenix AZ 85009
Overview
Railroad Investigation and Safety Course for Law Enforcement (RISC-LE): was developed for the North American first responder and law enforcement community by the nation’s railroad police and Operation Lifesaver, Inc. The RISC-LE prepares officers and other first responders to use the proper safety techniques while investigating a grade crossing collision or trespasser incident, in addition to maintaining on-scene safety unique to the railroad environment.
Training includes:
- Classroom instruction provided by Operation LifeSaver, Inc.
- Tank car and Locomotive Overviews by Union Pacific Railroad and BSNF Railway
- Lunch will be provided by BNSF Railway
- Certificates will be provided via email following electronic event evaluation form
- Earn your TRANSCAER Challenge coin at the end of the session
You only need to register for one session. All topics are covered within each 7.5-hour session. Multiple sessions are offered in order to accommodate the multiple shifts of the police departments.
Attendee Level
- Law Enforcement
Event Focus
Featured Topics:
- Rail Safety 101
- On-Scene Safety & Situational Awareness
- Rail Resources & Initial Report Information
- Rail Incident Conclusion
- Understanding Tank Cars
- Locomotive Emergency Response
Description
Classroom Sessions:
Railroad Investigation and Safety Course for Law Enforcement (RISC-LE): Attendees will learn personal safety techniques while they are investigating a grade crossing collision or trespasser incident, in addition to maintaining on-scene safety unique to the railroad environment. Presented by: Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI)
MODULE 1 - Rail Safety 101
- Safety issues in the railroad environment
- Signs and signals at a railroad crossing
- Developing advanced preparation information
- Railroad contacts and facilities
MODULE 2 - On-Scene Safety & Situational Awareness
- Safety considerations while responding to an incident.
- Ensuring on-scene safety
- Identifying your location
- Key safety points to live by
MODULE 3 - Rail Resources & Initial Report Information
- Familiarization with rail cars, locomotives, and train documents
- Railroad personnel and rail related equipment.
- Common crimes against the railroad; rail equipment of evidentiary value
- Available partner resources to aid with scene safety and investigation.
- Overview of the AskRail® Mobile App
MODULE 4 - Rail Incident Conclusion
- Taking proper steps to ensure the rail scene is clear.
- Documentation of rail incidents on state crash reporting forms
- How train incidents may affect the community and support for prosecution
- Operation Lifesaver and Federal Railroad Administration safety education programs
Field Exercises:
Field Exercise 1 (Understanding Tank Cars): Learn about the anatomy of general service and pressure tank cars including protective housings; tank components; safety appliances; jacket, shell, and head construction; placards and markings. Presented by: Union Pacific Railroad and BNSF Railway.
Field Exercise 2(Locomotive Emergency Response): An overview of responding to emergencies involving a locomotive. Presented by: Union Pacific Railroad and BNSF Railway.
Please Note: The class will move to the Union Pacific Rail Yard for the afternoon field exercise portion of the training:
Union Pacific Phoenix Rail Yard
631 S. 7th Street Phoenix, AZ 85034
Important Details
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Solid shoes, preferably high-top boots are recommended, and full-length pants are required. No sandals are permitted. Gloves, hard hats, and safety glasses are optional but recommended.
Please advise the instructor(s) of any pre-existing medical condition(s) that may preclude you from participating in any field exercises. Stay hydrated and alert.
Be at the site by 8:00 AM for registration. Class will begin promptly at 8:30AM.
Sponsors
- Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI)
- BNSF Railway
- Union Pacific Railroad
- TRANSCAER
Contacts
P.O Box 760
West Warwick RI 02893-9998
cmathewson@oli.org
