Overview
Training includes:
- Classroom instruction
- Complimentary snacks
- Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event
Continuing educations hours are available
Attendee Level
- Hazmat Technician/Specialist
- First Responders
- Emergency Communication Center Dispatchers
- EMS Providers
- Law Enforcement
- Emergency Management Agencies
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Scene Safety
- Passenger and Host Railroad Relationship
- Emergency Notification and Initial Response Procedures
- Railroad Right or Way Safety
- Railcar Nomenclature
- Passenger Train Locomotives
Description
Classroom Sessions
Learn about railroad operations, hazards, and safety rules. Rail hazmat safety and emergency response procedures
This training complies with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulation 49 CFR 239. This classroom emergency preparedness course is for professionals who may respond to an Amtrak emergency. The course instruction includes an equipment specific handbook and field guide that can be shared.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
- Railroad Right of Way Safety
- Passenger and Host Railroad Relationship
- Emergency Contact Information
- Railroad Nomenclature including how to identify:
- Railroad Switches, Mileposts, Signals, Crossings, Special
- Circumstances in Response to Passenger Train Incidents
- Train Speeds
- Passenger Train Crew Identification
- Challenges of Extraction
- Incident Command System for Railroad incidents
- Trespassing on Railroad Property
Important Details
Required Safety Gear: NONE- No Field Exercises for this class.
Sponsors
- CN Railroad
- AMTRAK
Event Contacts
297 Rivergate Rd
Memphis TN 38109
Mobile 901-409-6237
Greg.vaughan@cn.ca
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