Railroad Day of Training: RR-101 & Responding to Railroad Emergencies
5 Holmes Place,
Norfolk Southern Railyard,
Binghamton, NY 13903
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Available Sessions:
- to EST
Overview
RR-101 & Responding to Railroad Emergencies
This 2-in-1 course will provide training as shown below:
Attendee Level
WHO:
Emergency responders should attend including fire departments, law enforcement, emergency medical services, hazmat response teams, emergency management personnel, military, homeland security
Event Focus
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}
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.
Event Contacts
Scott
Gould
Norfolk Southern Corporation
Scott.Gould@nscorp.com
1800 Round Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Scott.Gould@nscorp.com
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