Training Opportunities
Union Pacific’s primary preparedness initiative is providing no-cost training to public first responders. Our Hazardous Materials Management training includes self-paced online courses and hands-on training with static props, mobile training trailers and tank cars.
Online Training
Union Pacific’s hazardous materials management system, covering equipment, emergency pre-planning, response processes and recovery operations.
Free, self-paced courses for emergency responders.
The Security Emergency Response Training Center (SERTC) offers full-scale training experiences in prevention, containment and mitigation to first responders worldwide.
Union Pacific’s hazardous materials management system, covering equipment, emergency pre-planning, response processes and recovery operations.
Free, self-paced courses for emergency responders.
The Security Emergency Response Training Center (SERTC) offers full-scale training experiences in prevention, containment and mitigation to first responders worldwide.
In-person Training
Education for emergency responders, law enforcement and dispatchers who may interact with rail personnel during emergencies.
Request tools to manage the critical first hours of a major rail incident.
Request a hands-on training exercise that uses specially designed tank cars to stimulate leaks.
Education for emergency responders, law enforcement and dispatchers who may interact with rail personnel during emergencies.
Request tools to manage the critical first hours of a major rail incident.
Request a hands-on training exercise that uses specially designed tank cars to stimulate leaks.
Railroad Emergency Response Equipment
Specialized Equipment
Designed to quickly and safely cap leaking fittings on pressurized rail cars
Hoses, pumps, fittings and portable power packs that enable safe transfer of non-pressure and pressure tank cars
Trailers strategically placed along key railroad routes for petroleum spill response
Barriers designed to contain hazardous materials in waterways under current, wind and wave conditions
Equipped for Class A and B fires, with foam appliances and a 275-gallon tote of AR-AFFF foam, designed for hard-to-access locations. Union Pacific also has 10 AR-AFFF foam caches stage across the system for quick deployment
Designed to quickly and safely cap leaking fittings on pressurized rail cars
Hoses, pumps, fittings and portable power packs that enable safe transfer of non-pressure and pressure tank cars
Trailers strategically placed along key railroad routes for petroleum spill response
Barriers designed to contain hazardous materials in waterways under current, wind and wave conditions
Equipped for Class A and B fires, with foam appliances and a 275-gallon tote of AR-AFFF foam, designed for hard-to-access locations. Union Pacific also has 10 AR-AFFF foam caches stage across the system for quick deployment
Additional Resources
Quick Reference Tools
Best practice reference guide for first responders
Find U.S. rail crossings by DOT Crossing ID, address or your location using FRA’s interactive map
Location-based rail data, including grade crossings, safety incidents, Amtrak stations and more with FRA’s GIS tool
AAR’s invite-only app gives first responders real-time access to rail car contents and hazardous materials
Best practice reference guide for first responders
Find U.S. rail crossings by DOT Crossing ID, address or your location using FRA’s interactive map
Location-based rail data, including grade crossings, safety incidents, Amtrak stations and more with FRA’s GIS tool
AAR’s invite-only app gives first responders real-time access to rail car contents and hazardous materials
Training Videos
Boost your hazmat readiness.
Locomotive Awareness
How to safely respond to and secure locomotives during an emergency.
Tank Car Construction
Identifying different types of tank cars in rail incidents.
Crossing Identification
Understanding highway grade crossing signage, DOT identification numbers and emergency contact information.
Reporting Marks
How to locate and use reporting marks to obtain tank car content details.
Red Flare Protection
How to use red flares for added protection during train disruptions.