Railroad Incident Response Training
Classroom- Hattiesburg Fire Dept.- 53 Academy Dr.,
Hands-on- CN Hattiesburg Yard - 101 Roy St.,
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
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Overview
Training includes:
- Hands-on workshops and classroom instruction
- Complimentary lunch
- Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event
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Attendee Level
- Hazmat technician/specialist
- First responders
- Anyone interested in learning more about this topic
- Basic/Introduction
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Hazmat
- Rail Safety
- Tank Car Anatomy
- Leak Mitigation & Capping Kits
- Emergency Response
- Locomotives
Description
Classroom Sessions
Session 1: Learn about railroad operations, hazards, and safety rules. Rail hazmat safety and emergency response procedures.
Field Exercises
Field Exercise 1 Title: Learn about the anatomy of general service and pressure tank cars including protective housings, valves and fittings, truck components, safety appliances, jacket, shell and head construction, placards and markings. Leak mitigation and emergency capping kit applications.
Field Exercise 2 Title: Learn about the anatomy of locomotives including onboard hazards, emergency procedures, fuel shut-offs, setting the hand brake access and extrication considerations for crew members.
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 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
- CN Railroad
Event Contacts
Greg "Spinner"
Vaughan
CN Southern Region Network Operations
Mobile 901-409-6237
Greg.vaughan@cn.ca
297 Rivergate Rd
Memphis TN 38109
Mobile 901-409-6237
Greg.vaughan@cn.ca
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