Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents - Basic
Defiance Fire Department,
702 W 3rd Street,
Defiance, OH 43512
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Overview
Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents - Basic Course, Railroad 101 for First Responders
Attendee Level
- Hazmat technician/specialist
- First responders of any discipline - Fire / EMS / Law Enforcement
- Anyone interested in learning more about this topic
- Basic/Introduction
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Hazmat
- Rail Safety
- Tank Car Anatomy
- Emergency Response
- Locomotives
Description
The training will cover the following:
- Safety while operating on or near the railroad
- Initial response procedures for first responders
- Hazardous Materials
- Introduction to Tank Cars
- Other Equipment found of the railroad (Locomotives, Freight Cars)
Important Details
No PPE Required, this is a classroom delivery only.
Depending on registration and training needs, the training schedule may be adjusted prior to event.
Sponsors
- CSX Transportation
Event Contacts
Joseph L.
Taylor
CSX Transportation
Mobile 757-710-4650
joe_taylor@csx.com
2973 West Pittsburgh Road
New Castle PA 16101
Mobile 757-710-4650
joe_taylor@csx.com
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