Ammonia Emergency Response & Rail Safety Training

Training includes:

• Classroom & hands-on instruction
• Lunch will be provided by Nutrien.
• Certificates will be provided via email following event sign-in
• Earn your TRANSCAER Challenge coin at the end of the session!

• Technician Level
• Operations Level
• First responders
• Basic/Introduction

Featured topics:

• Rail Safety & Understanding Tank Cars
• Ammonia Properties & Emergency Response

Classroom Sessions

Railroad 101: Learn about railroad operations, hazards, and safety rules. Rail hazmat safety and emergency response procedures are reviewed. Presented by: BNSF Railway

Ammonia Properties & Emergency Response: An overview of anhydrous ammonia, including its chemical and physical properties, placards, labels, containers, tank construction, and the hazards and potential outcomes associated with an anhydrous ammonia incident. Presented by: Nutrien

Field Exercises

Field Exercise 1: This portion of training focuses on familiarization with various valves and fittings on pressure and general service tank cars. Attendees can obtain experience applying the Midland Kit to a DOT 112 housing. 

Field Exercise 1 Topics:

• Tank Car Construction and Safety Features
• Railcar Nomenclature
• Tank Car Valve and Fittings

Required Safety Gear: Enter all required safety gear helmets, safety shoes or sturdy boots, safety glasses, and high visibility vest while in railyard.  

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 8:00AM 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.