Overview
Training includes:
- • Safety Around the Railroad
- • Understanding Rail Shipping Documents
- • Rail & Tank Car Identification
- • Tank Car Valves & Fittings
- • Locomotive Emergencies
- • Railroad Emergencies Procedures
- • AskRail Mobile App
Attendee Level
- Hazmat technician/specialist
- First responders
- Anyone interested in learning more about this topic
- Basic/Introduction
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Event Focus
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Description
Attendees should be emergency responders: fire departments, law enforcement, emergency medical services, hazmat response teams, emergency management personnel, military, homeland security, shippers, and customers.
Important Details
Required Safety Gear:
Participants should bring sturdy leather work boots with a defined heel.
• No open-toe footwear permitted.
• Bring additional PPE as required by your employer.
Sponsors
- Norfolk Southern Corporation
Event Contacts
Scott
Gould
Norfolk Southern Corporation
Scott.Gould@nscorp.com
1800 Round Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Scott.Gould@nscorp.com
In-Person Training Events
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More Training Options
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Training Resources
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