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…
HazMat Emergency Mini Series 1 of 3 – Initial Safety Measures
Three clear priorities exist during a hazardous materials emergency response. Check out this hazmat safety tip to learn more.
HazMat Safety Tip – General service tank cars vs. pressure service tank cars
Use this safety tip to review the important distinctions between the two categories of tank cars in use in the United States: General Service Cars…
HazMat Safety Tip – 48-hour Forwarding Rule
Hazardous Materials must be forwarded w/in a 48-hr period (some exclusions apply!) Review this HazMat Safety Tip with your team for details about 49CFR 174.14.
HazMat Safety Tip – Using the ERG
The latest Hazardous Material Safety Tip provides a helpful overview for your team, outlining the sections of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG).
HazMat Safety Tip, Part 3 of 3 – Position-in-Train Documentation
The latest Hazardous Materials Safety Tip is the third in a series, reviewing the documentation required for the movement of Hazardous Materials.
HazMat Safety Tip – Required Emergency Response Information
This Hazmat Safety Tip reviews the necessary elements that railroad personnel should check for and review related to Emergency Response Information as part of reviewing…
HazMat Safety Tip – Part 1 of 3, Required Documents: Shipping Papers
This first Safety Tip in the hazmat series discusses required documents including shipping papers.
Hazmat Safety and Security Inspection and Acceptance
For railcars containing hazardous materials, this Safety Tip discusses basic tips for conducting a safety and security inspection.