Responding to Railroad Emergencies - Advanced Course

Location

406 West 6th St.
Richmond VA 23224

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Sessions

Thu, 10/17/2024
09:00 AM to 04:00 PM EDT
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Overview

Training includes:

Hands-on workshops and classroom instruction
Complimentary lunch
Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event

Attendee Level

Hazmat technician/specialist
Hazmat Teams
FD Officers & Chiefs
EMA Officials
Incident Command Staff

Event Focus

Description

All day class that will incorporate NS' Railroad 101 class and the more advanced Responding to Railroad Emergencies course in the afternoon with lunch provided.

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
Hazmat Incident Scenario
Site Assessment & Safety
Response Objectives & Tactics
Develop & Execute the Plan
Offensive Tactics Instruction

Important Details

Participants should bring sturdy leather work boots with a defined heel.
No open-toe footwear permitted.
Bring additional PPE as required by your employer.
Hazmat Technicans/Specialists and others participating in the hazmat scenario during the afternoon should bring turnout gear and an SCBA.

Please advise the instructor(s) of any pre-existing medical condition(s) that may preclude you from participating in any field exercise. Stay hydrated and alert.

Be at the site by 8:45 AM for registration. Depending on registration and training needs, the training schedule may be adjusted prior to event.

Registration will remain open until class capacity is reached.

Contacts

David Patten

Norfolk Southern Corporation

1120 W. Washington St.
Greenville SC 29601

Phone 4049852820
Mobile 4049852820
david.patten@nscorp.com