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Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents - Dunn, NC

Training Event

Location

101 W. Cumberland Street
Dunn NC 28334

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Sessions

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Overview

Training includes:

Attendee Level

  • First responders / 9-1-1 Dispatchers
  • Emergency Management Professionals
  • Anyone interested in learning more about this topic
  • Basic/Introduction
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

Event Focus

Featured topics:

  • Railroad & Hazmat Safety
  • Railroad Personnel / Officials
  • Initial Response Procedures
  • Shipping Papers / AskRail
  • Protective Housing 101
  • Incident Management / Unified Command

Description

Classroom Session

Session 1: Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents - Learn about railroad operations, hazards, and safety rules. Density Study Overview. Rail hazmat safety and emergency response procedures are reviewed.  CSX / First Responder on-scene incident expectations.

Hands-On Exercise

Hands-On Exercise: Utilizing Tank Car protective housing props, attendees will learn about the various valves and fittings.  They will learn about basic construction, function and common failure points on the tank cars.  

Important Details

Required Safety Gear:  Safety vest, gloves, safety glasses, long pants, and steel toe or composite toe boots.  

Prior to Training: It is recommended to watch the Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents video to familiarize yourself with concepts discussed in class - CSX Transportation - Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents (ERRI) | TRANSCAER)

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 the event. Walk-ins are welcome to register on-site at the training event, however we strongly encourage pre-registration.

Contacts

Sean Reid
CSX Transportation

500 Water Street
Jacksonville FL 32202

Phone  904-366-5040
Mobile  904-738-9360
sean_reid@csx.com