The National Association of State Fire Marshals

The NASFM Pipeline Emergencies Offerings are free, comprehensive online training programs developed by the National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM) and the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to teach first responders how to safely manage pipeline incidents. These courses cover different levels of response (Awareness, Operations, Technician) and provide vital skills for protecting the public and property during pipeline emergencies, with materials including textbooks, videos, and interactive scenarios.

Key Offerings & Features:

Free Online Access: The training is available 24/7 at no cost to emergency personnel.

Tiered Training Levels:

Awareness Level: For general understanding of pipeline hazards and basic response steps (1-2 hours).

Operations Level: For responders who may manage an incident (4-6 hours).

Technician Level: For HAZMAT personnel needing tactical response guidelines (10-12 hours).

Comprehensive Materials: Includes manuals, videos, facilitator guides, and online modules.

Partnership: A collaboration between NASFM and PHMSA, supported by pipeline operators.

Goal: To improve safety and response tactics for incidents involving liquid and gas pipelines.

You can access these resources through the NASFM Training Portal.