Hazardous Materials and Railway Safety for EMS

This course is CAPCE approved for 4.0 Hours of Continuing Education credit. In order to receive credit, you must complete the entire course, including the Exam, and a Post Course Survey that will appear after you receive your Exam results. A certificate will not be issued unless both are submitted.

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Hazardous Materials and Railway Safety for EMS

Description: This course is designed to equip Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals with the critical knowledge and skills required to safely and effectively respond to hazardous materials (HazMat) incidents, particularly those involving railways. Through a comprehensive examination of hazardous materials training, certification levels, and the use of essential response guides such as the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) and the NIOSH Pocket Guide, participants will gain a deep understanding of the procedures and best practices necessary for managing HazMat exposures. The course also covers the identification and management of the most common hazardous material releases encountered by EMS, ensuring that participants are prepared to deliver appropriate care in these high-risk situations.

Course Objectives:

  • Identify the roles and responsibilities of various emergency response agencies in hazardous materials and train derailment incidents
  • Describe the rail industry, local rail lines, and the types of hazardous commodities and materials transported
  • Apply principles of multi-agency collaboration to ensure an organized and effective emergency response
  • Identify hazards associated with hazardous materials spills, assess risks to responders and the public, and implement appropriate safety measures
  • Execute proper decontamination protocols, recognize medical implications of hazardous exposure
  • Apply best practices for patient treatment
  • Participants will be able to utilize tactical considerations for managing train derailments, hazardous spills, and associated risks like fire or explosions
  • Follow OSHA, DOT, and NFPA guidelines for hazardous materials response
  • Describe the importance of accurate incident documentation

Instructors:

  • Jesse Coulson, Fire Chief, City of Spencer (IA) Fire Department
  • Jordan Coulson, Sergeant, Village of Oregon Police Department

Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Jesse and Jordan Coulson have no conflicts of interest or financial relationships to disclose related to this activity's content.

This course is approved for 4.0 Hours of CAPCE CE Credit.

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