AWR 147 Rail Car Incident Response
Course Description
This eight-hour awareness-level course is designed to increase the knowledge of first responders in recognizing and characterizing the different types of rail cars, potential leaks, and courses of action to be taken based on initial site assessment. The course will increase participants' knowledge of safety and hazardous conditions that may exist at the scene, and will allow them to become familiar with safe practices adopted by the railroad industry. This course has been developed by The University of Findlay and is delivered in an instructor-led format. Register for a class by selecting a class date from the Training Schedule, click on the Registration link above the course description to access a registration form for that class. Request a new class to be scheduled in your area by submitting a Request a Course form.
Course Prerequisites
*Participant must be a U.S. citizen.
Audience
Emergency Medical ServicesFire ServiceGovernmental AdministrativeHazardous MaterialsLaw EnforcementPublic Safety CommunicationsPublic Works
Core Capabilities
Critical TransportationEnvironmental Response/Health and SafetyPlanningSituational AssessmentThreat and Hazard Identification
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