49 CFR Part 174 · Carriage by rail
DOT Hazmat Carrier Requirements: Rail
Modal-specific hazmat training for rail carriers, rail shippers and tank car owners, and everyone who packages, loads, unloads or placards their cars. 3 hours online, in English or Spanish.
Course at a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Syllabus
- 4 modules · 6 lessons
- Credits
- 0.3 CEU
- Recurrent
- Every 3 years
The consist: 4 modules
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CAR 1
Hazardous Materials Regulations
Hazmat definitions and classes, the purpose of the HMR, enforcing agencies, and hazmat employee training requirements.
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CAR 2
The Hazardous Materials Table
Two lessons reading Columns 1 to 10, the appendices and the hazard class system.
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CAR 3
Carrier requirements: rail
Rail shipping papers, leaking or damaged packages, loading, tank car unloading, the Segregation Table, switching, positioning restrictions and key train recommendations.
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CAR 4
Security awareness
Managing security risks, training for facilities with security plans, and the Risk Management Self-Evaluation Framework (RMSEF).
Who it's for
- Rail carriers, rail shippers and rail tank car owners
- Staff who package, mark, label, load and unload rail hazmat
- Personnel who placard rail cars and tank cars
- Crews and inspectors checking cars carrying hazmat
- Security, emergency response and safety personnel
- Compliance officers who certify HMR requirements are met
FAQ
Which regulations does it cover?
The modal-specific requirements in 49 CFR Part 174 (Carriage by Rail) of the DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations. DOT hazmat training requirements are in 49 CFR Part 172 Subpart H.
How often must I retrain?
Hazmat employees must receive recurrent training at least once every three years. The certificate is valid for three years.
Are there prerequisites?
No. It builds on the 4-hour DOT Hazmat Transportation General Awareness course, but there are no prerequisites. The course is available in English and Spanish.
Does it cover key trains?
Yes. The course summarizes the Association of American Railroads recommendations for the safe operation of key trains, along with switching and positioning restrictions for rail cars carrying hazmat.
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$49.99 per person, with bulk pricing for teams. 100% online, available 24/7, with your certificate available as soon as you pass. SCORM, virtual instructor-led and in-person formats are also available.
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