Overview
Training includes:
- Hands-on workshops and classroom instruction
- Tank Car with valves and fittings
- 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
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
MORNING and AFTERNOON SESSIONS INCLUDE THE SAME TRAINING
Classroom Sessions: Railroad operations, hazards, and safety rules. Rail hazmat safety and emergency response procedures are reviewed.
Field Exercises: Tank Car familiarization, valves and fittings found on pressure and non-pressure cars, locomotive safety. Basic leak mitigation and instillation of a Midland or Chlorine capping kits.
Important Details
Required Safety Gear: hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, long pants, and steel toe or composite toe boots NO TENNIS SHOES
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.
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.
Event Contacts
Mark
Newton
Tyler
Parker
Union Pacific Railroad
Mobile 816-398-1595
taparker@up.com
6800 Kirkpatrick Blvd.
Houston TX 77028
Mobile 816-398-1595
taparker@up.com
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