Responding to Railroad Emergencies: Safety and Response Training
2200 Redgate Avenue,
Norfolk, VA 23507
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Available Sessions:
- to EST (Registration Closed)
Overview
Training includes:
- Hands-on workshops and classroom instruction
- Complimentary lunch
- Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event
Attendee Level
Emergency responders should attend including fire departments, law enforcement, emergency medical services, hazmat response teams, emergency management personnel, military, homeland security, shippers, & customers
Event Focus
Norfolk Southern is offering a new course designed to build upon our Railroad 101 introductory training course. The new Responding to Railroad Emergencies will focus on the below topics and more:
- The D.E.C.I.D.E. Process
- 9 Stages of a Hazmat Emergency
- Chemical and Physical Properties
- Site Assessment & Safety
- Tank Car/Container Assessment
- Response Objectives & Tactics
- Develop & Execute the Plan
- Offensive Tactics
- Tank Car Capping Kits
- First Responder Mobile Apps
Description
Norfolk Southern provides emergency preparedness training to first responders as part of TRANSCAER (Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response), a nationwide program that assists communities prepare for and respond to a hazardous
materials transportation incident.
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.
Sponsors
- Norfolk Southern Corporation
Event Contacts
Travis
Lindsey
Norfolk Southern
Mobile 8049105721
TRAVIS.LINDSEY@NSCORP.COM
209 Shenandoah Avenue NW
Roanoke VA 24016
Mobile 8049105721
TRAVIS.LINDSEY@NSCORP.COM
In-Person Training Events
Enhance emergency response preparedness with free, expert-led in-person and virtual hazmat training courses.
More Training Options
Choose the training method that works for your team—from online courses and on-site exercises to apps and videos.
Training Resources
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