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.
Ergonomics and Proper Lifting Techniques
Proper back safety ergonomics and techniques are important and must be part of ongoing training. Check out this safety tip to learn more.
Fatigue
Several factors including too little, poor quality, or interrupted sleep over a period of time can cause fatigue. Check out this safety tip to learn more.
GCOR 7.4 – Precautions for Coupling or Moving Cars or Engines
If GCOR rule 7.4 is adhered to in its entirety, several of the risks involved with the coupling and moving of cars and engines are mitigated. Check out this safety …
Importance of the Train Horn/Whistle
This safety tip reviews the importance and proper usage of the train horn/whistle.
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 and Pressure Service Cars, ad …
Bites and Stings
Railroad right of ways, switches, derails, equipment and rolling stock can create perfect environments for snakes, insects, rodents and other animals to hide. Always be prepared with this Safety Tip.
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).
GCOR 7.6
This Safety Tip concerns a portion of GCOR 7.6 that is often overlooked.