Rural Emergency Response Guide for Hazmat Rail Incidents
International Association of Fire Chiefs
Rural Emergency Response Guide for Hazmat Rail Incidents
Hazmat Regional Rail Training Course

This guide is the companion document to the Rural Response to Rail Incidents training program and provides recommended practices for a railroad related hazardous materials incident. None of the recommendations in this document should take precedence over any federal, state, or local laws/regulations.

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  • Topics:
    • Transport Rail
    • Featured Hazmat
    • Featured HFC Training & Resources
  • Resource Type:
    • Field operating guide
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