HazMat Safety Tip – Using the 2024 ERG
This Hazardous Materials Safety Tip outlines the sections of the 2024 Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG), providing a helpful overview for your team. Watch a Hazmat…
Tank Car Orientation Part 2
This Hazmat Safety Tip is the second of two in the series, and outlines the major physical characteristics of tank cars. Check out this Hazmat…
Tank Car Orientation Part 1
Being able to quickly identify information about a car and its contents can minimize and even mitigate risks associated with a hazardous materials incident. This…
Railroad Terminology for First Responder Training
Hazardous materials response training for volunteer or remote emergency responders should include an introduction to essential railroad terminology that relates to the transportation of hazardous…
OSHA Standards and the Top Ten Most Frequently Cited
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration(OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education…
One-Time Movement Approval Process
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has the authority to issue one-time movement approvals (OTMA) for bulk packages/packaging that no longer conform to the Hazardous Materials…
Non-Accidental Releases (NARs)
Routinely reviewing protocol for hazardous materials releases is a great topic for safety briefings. Check out this hazmat safety tip to learn more about non-accidental…
Railroad Right-of-Way Precautions
While not inherently dangerous, the rail environment contains a unique infrastructure and moving equipment. It’s better to know before you go when responding to calls…
HazMat Emergency Mini Series 3 of 3 – DECIDE Process Framework
“D.E.C.I.D.E.” is a process framework for hazardous materials emergency decision making. Check out this hazmat safety tip to learn more. Watch a HazMat Minute Video on…
HazMat Emergency Mini Series 2 of 3 – Fact-Gathering Endeavors
Fact-gathering endeavors during a hazardous materials emergency response should focus on: train, surroundings, and coordination. Check out this hazmat safety tip to learn more. Watch a…