About TRANSCAEROur mission and purpose in hazmat transportation safety.
Transportation Community Awareness Emergency Response
TRANSCAER® (Transportation Community Awareness Emergency Response) is an outreach program covering North America. Since 1986, the organization has focused on assisting communities and training emergency responders to prepare for and respond to hazardous material transportation incidents. The TRANSCAER program is led by industry professionals and supported by partner agencies who are critical to the success of our mission.
The TRANSCAER Purpose
- Provide awareness of the safe transportation and handling of hazardous materials.
- Conduct training for communities and emergency responders on how to safely respond to incidents involving hazardous materials during transportation.
- Assist communities with emergency response planning, training, and exercises for hazardous material transportation incidents.
Volunteer Members
TRANSCAER volunteer members come from a variety of industry sectors:
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Distribution
- Industry & Industry Associations
- Emergency Response
- Government
TRANSCAER Services
To advance our mission of enhancing community safety and preparedness, TRANSCAER provides a wide range of training, resources, and support to emergency responders and the communities they serve.
Planning Assistance
Local communities are encouraged to request commodity flow studies to better understand hazmat shipments in their area—essential for effective planning and emergency response.
Hazmat Training
We offer free hazmat training in a variety of formats, including classroom instruction, hands-on exercises, and online courses, making it easy for emergency responders to learn in the way that works best for them.
Drills and Exercises
We partner with communities to design and conduct drills and exercises that strengthen preparedness and enhance response capabilities for hazardous materials incidents.
Reference and Training Materials
Technical information on hazardous materials and transport equipment readily accessible to aid emergency response and enhance training initiatives.
Networking Opportunities
Our Sponsors and Partners collaborate with emergency response professionals at national conferences and workshops to exchange best practices, introduce new initiatives, and provide essential resources.
Local Resources
State Coordinators play a vital role in advancing our mission by connecting local emergency responders with essential training, tools, and resources to enhance hazmat preparedness.
Awards Program
The TRANSCAER Awards Program honors individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond to advance hazmat safety. If you know someone who made an outstanding impact this year, nominate them and help us recognize their dedication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get quick answers to frequently asked questions about TRANSCAER, hazmat training opportunities, and emergency response support services.
Sponsors & Partners
Learn more about the organizations that provide free, quality training for emergency responders.
Find Coordinators
Connect with state coordinators if you have questions about TRANSCAER training programs.
Register for a Training Event
Interested in signing up for one of our training events in communities across the country?