CSX Responder Incident Training: Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents
Training Event
Location
8501 West Side Avenue
Guard Booth Entrance - Little Ferry Yard
Ridgefield NJ 07657
Overview
UPDATE: Due to high-demand, registration was re-opened for the morning classes and an additional class was added to Friday morning. The afternoon sessions still have plenty of availability, so you might consider registering for an afternoon class instead.
Training is a 3-hour class - register for the date/time that works best for you:
- Hands-on experience and instruction utilizing our CSX Responder Incident Training (RIT) Train.
- Supplements the ERRI online training course: CSX Transportation - Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents (ERRI) | TRANSCAER (pathlms.com)
- Certificates upon successful completion will be mailed/emailed following the event.
Attendee Level
- Hazmat technician/specialist
- First responders
- Anyone interested in learning more about this topic
- Basic/Introduction
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Railroad & Hazmat Safety
- Initial Response Procedures
- Incident Management / Unified Command
- Shipping Papers
- Locomotives
- Tank Car Anatomy
- Leak Mitigation & Capping Kits
- Air Monitoring
- Railroad Personnel / Officials
Description
Classroom Sessions
Session 1: Learn about railroad operations, hazards, and safety rules. Density Study Overview. Rail hazmat safety and emergency response procedures are reviewed. CSX / First Responder on-scene incident expectations.
Field Exercises
Anatomy of a Tank Car: Learn about the anatomy of general service and pressure tank cars including protective housings, valves and fittings, truck components, safety appliances, jacket, shell and head construction, placards and markings.
Anatomy of a Locomotive: Learn about the anatomy of a locomotive and discuss unique challenges associated with responding to a rail incident involving them (e.g. Crew rescue; fuel, oil, and other fluid spills; on-board fires, electrical system; air brake system, etc.)
Important Details
Required Safety Gear: Safety vest, gloves, safety glasses, long pants, and steel toe or composite toe boots.
Prior to Training: watch the Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents video to familiarize yourself with concepts discussed in class - CSX Transportation - Emergency Response to Railroad Incidents (ERRI) | TRANSCAER (pathlms.com)
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.
Registration will remain open until after the event. Walk-ins are welcome to register on-site at the training event, however we strongly encourage pre-registration.
Contacts
500 Water Street
Jacksonville FL 32202
Mobile 904-738-9360
sean_reid@csx.com
