Railroad Day of Training: RR101 & Responding to Railroad Emergencies
502 S. College Ave,
Newark, DE 19713
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Overview
Training includes: Lunch Provided
- This 2-in-1 course will provide training as shown below:
- 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
- Site Assessment & Safety
- Response Objectives & Tactics
- Develop & Execute the Plan
- Offensive Tactics Instruction
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
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.
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.
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Event Contacts
Scott
Gould
Norfolk Southern Corporation
Scott.Gould@nscorp.com
1800 Round Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Scott.Gould@nscorp.com
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