Overview
Training includes:
- Hands-on workshops and classroom instruction
Complimentary lunch
Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event
Attendee Level
- Hazmat technician/specialist
- First responders
- Anyone interested in learning more about this topic
- Basic/Introduction
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Emergency Managers
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Toxic gases
- Corrosive liquids
- Flammable gases
- Hazmat
- Rail Safety
- Tank Car Anatomy
- Leak Mitigation & Capping Kits
- Emergency Response
- Locomotives
Description
Classroom – 1.5 hours
- Scene Safety
- Initial Response Procedures
- RR Personnel
- Railcar Identification
- Incident Management / Unified Command
- Shipping Papers
- Locomotive Hazards
- Damage Assessment
Field/Hands On Training: 1.5 hours
- Tank Car Anatomy
- Leak Mitigation
- Tank Car Valves and Fittings
- Emergency Capping Kits Application
Important Details
Required Safety Gear: Enter all required safety gear {e.g. Safety vest, hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, long pants, and steel toe or composite toe boots}
Please advise the instructor(s) of any pre-existing medical condition(s) that may preclude you from participating in any field exercise. Stay hydrated and alert.
Be at the site by {08:30} for registration. Depending on registration and training needs, the training schedule may be adjusted prior to event.
Registration is limited to 30 participants for each class.
Event Contacts
Ken
Collins
Canadian National
Mobile 901-846-0569
Kenneth.collins@cn.ca
1625 Depot Street
Stevens Point WI 54481
Mobile 901-846-0569
Kenneth.collins@cn.ca
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