Overview
Training includes:
- Safety around the Railroad
- Understanding Rail Shipping Documents
- Tank Car Identification
- Tank Car Valves and Fittings
- Locomotive Emergencies
- Responding to Railroad Emergencies
- AskRail Mobile App
Attendee Level
- Emergency Responders including Fire Departments, Law Enforcement, EMS, HazMat Response Teams, EMA Personnel, Military, Homeland Security personnel, Shippers, and customers.
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Hazmat
- Rail Safety
- Tank Car Anatomy
- Emergency Response
- Locomotives
Description
4hr sessions that include classroom presentations followed by outside walkarounds and hands-on with tank cars, valves, and fittings.
Important Details
Required Safety Gear:
Sturdy leather boots with a defined heel.
No open-toe footwear permitted.
Any additional PPE required by your employer.
Event Contacts
Brian
Shanks
Scott
Gould
Norfolk Southern Corporation
Scott.Gould@nscorp.com
1800 Round Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Scott.Gould@nscorp.com
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