Overview
Training includes:
- Hands-on workshops and classroom instruction
- Complimentary lunch
- Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event
- {e.g. add additional details including: handouts provided, challenge coin, presentations downloaded, etc.}
Attendee Level
- Hazmat technician/specialist
- First responders
- Anyone interested in learning more about this topic
- Basic/Introduction
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Toxic gases
- Corrosive liquids
- Flammable gases
- Hazmat
- Rail Safety
- Tank Car Anatomy
- Leak Mitigation & Capping Kits
- Emergency Response
- Air Monitoring
- Locomotives
Description
Railroad 101:
- Introduction to Railroad Ops.
- Safety Around the Railroad
- Rail Car ID & Tank Car Anatomy
- Locomotive Components
- Rail Shipping Documents
- Railroad Emergency Procedures
Responding to Railroad Emergencies:
- D.E.C.I.D.E. Process
- Site Assessment & Safety
- Response Objectives & Tactics
- Develop & Execute the Plan
- Offensive Tactics Instruction
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 {TIME} for registration. Depending on registration and training needs, the training schedule may be adjusted prior to event.
Registration will remain open until after the event. Walk-ins are welcome to register on-site at the training event, however we strongly encourage pre-registration.
Sponsors
- Norfolk Southern Corporation
Event Contacts
Jon
Simpson
Jon
Simpson
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