Who Should Take This Course?
Our DOT HAZMAT Training Online: Segregation – Rail course is designed for all employees involved in the rail shipment of hazardous materials, including those who package, load, or unload hazmat materials for transport by railway.
The course provides training on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) segregation requirements for transporting hazardous materials by rail.
For information on DOT HAZMAT training requirements or the DOT HAZMAT courses we offer, visit our DOT HAZMAT Training page.
Course Outline
This course consists of 2 sections, which are fully narrated and interactive within our Online Training System (OTS). Quiz questions within each section help the student retain the knowledge needed for the final exam.
| Module 1 | |
|---|---|
| Section | Title |
| – | Course Overview |
| 1 | Segregation of Hazardous Materials |
| 2 | Incompatible Materials, Wastes, Rail Car Positioning, and Radioactive |
| Course Exam | |
Course Exam
- The final exam for this course consists of 10 questions, which are randomly compiled from a large pool of possible questions.
- A 70% or better score is needed in order to pass the final exam. If a student does not pass, they may re-review information in the sections as necessary, and retake the test as many times as needed in order to pass.
Course Format
Students will take this 100% online, fully narrated course through our state-of-the art Online Training System (OTS). The training is available 24/7 and can be taken at the students own pace, with saved progress.
Designed by Certified Outreach Trainers, this DOT HAZMAT course includes up-to-date, high quality training created with your safety and learning as our top priority. The course features interactive training, which combines audio and visual elements for maximum retention. The course is completed entirely online using a computer with an internet connection and is available 24/7. For your convenience, it can be completed over time, and your progress will be saved to the last section completed. Students are given 12 months to complete the course after enrollment. We are so certain you will be satisfied with your experience, that we offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee*.
Once the course is completed, you will immediately be able to download, save or print your Course Completion Certificate which is provided in PDF format.
Accreditation
This DOT HAZMAT training online course was designed by Certified Outreach Trainers and is based on U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations outlined in 49 CFR Part 174.81.
DOT HAZMAT Certification
Once the course is completed, you will immediately be able to download, save or print your DOT HAZMAT Certificate of Course Completion which is provided in PDF format.
Course Objectives
The DOT Hazmat Segregation Rail course is designed to cover the segregation requirements for hazardous materials transported by rail. It addresses regulations found in 49 CFR Part 174.81 of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this rail hazmat segregation training course, students will be able to:
- Identify the segregation regulations for hazardous materials transportation by rail within the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR);
- Analyze and apply segregation tables to determine compatibility of hazardous materials shipped by rail;
- Use hazmat segregation tables to properly separate incompatible hazardous materials during rail transport;
- Apply proper rail car segregation practices by separating cars carrying a single class of hazardous materials from those carrying incompatible substances.
Requirements
Per DOT Hazmat Training Requirements, a complete curriculum must include:
General Awareness Training (Basic or Advanced)
We offer two options for DOT Hazmat General Awareness training:
Function-specific and Modal-specific Training
Function-specific Training
Function-specific training is required hazardous materials training specific to the functions an employee actually performs. We offer the following function-specific course options, which may be taken separately or are already included within the DOT Hazmat: General Awareness/Function Specific (10 Hour) course (with the exception of the Shipping Batteries course.)
- DOT Hazmat: Function Specific – Shipping Batteries (This course is NOT included in DOT Hazmat General Awareness/Function Specific 10 Hour Course.)
* Additional function-specific training may be required to prepare you for the specific duties you perform on the job.
Modal-specific Training
Modal-specific training is specific to the mode of transportation that will be used to tranport hazardous materials. We offer four DOT Hazmat modal-specific courses:
Security Awareness Training
We offer a 100% Online DOT Hazmat Security Awareness training course. DOT Hazmat Security Awareness training is also included within our DOT Hazmat General Awareness/Function Specific (10 Hour) course and our DOT Hazmat Basic General Awareness (4 Hour) course.
Safety Awareness Training
We are working on Online courses to help workers meet this requirement. Coming soon!
In-depth Security Training (if applicable)
When an employer is required by 49 CFR 172.800(b) to have an in-depth Security plan, then in-depth Security training is also required. This site-specific training covers actions taken by employees according to the employer’s plan. We don’t currently offer in-depth security training.
Driver Training for Motor Vehicle Operators (if applicable)
Motor vehicle drivers who transport hazardous materials must have training on the safe transportation of hazardous materials by highway. A variety of driver safety courses may be needed. We do not currently offer driver training.
Hazmat Employer
Per the U.S. Department of Transportation, a Hazmat Employer is a person whose employee(s) perform the following functions:
- Transport hazardous materials (hazmat) in commerce;
- Cause hazmat to be transported or shipped in commerce; or
- Represent, mark, certify, sell, offer, recondition, test, repair, or modify packagings as qualified for use in the transportation of hazmat.
The term “hazmat employer” also includes any department, agency, or instrumentality of the United States, a State, a political subdivision of a State, or an Indian tribe engaged in offering or transporting hazmat in commerce.
Hazmat Employee
Per the U.S. Department of Transportation, a Hazmat Employee is a person who is employed by a hazardous materials employer and directly affects hazardous materials (hazmat) transportation safety.
This would include an owner-operator of a motor vehicle which transports hazmat, and a person (including a self-employed person) who:
- Loads, unloads, or handles hazmat;
- Tests, reconditions, repairs, modifies, marks, or otherwise represents packagings as qualified for use in the transportation of hazmat;
- Prepares hazmat for transportation;
- Is responsible for safety of transporting hazmat; or
- Operates a vehicle used to transport hazmat.
HAZMAT Employers are required to train new HAZMAT Employees within 90 days of employment or assuming new related job responsibilities. Direct supervision is required of the employee performing a hazardous material function until training is complete. DOT requirements specify HAZMAT employees need to be retrained and tested at least once every three years.
Rail carriers subject to the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) are prohibited from transporting hazardous materials by rail unless all hazmat employees involved in the transportation process have completed the required DOT training and testing.
Additional Training
This DOT Hazmat Segregation – Rail course provides essential training for personnel involved in the transportation of hazardous materials by rail.
Depending on an employee’s role and responsibilities, additional hazmat training may be required. This can include specialized training in emergency response, DOT hazardous materials regulations, or proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as part of job duties.
Training in the correct use of PPE or protective clothing for emergency situations is mandatory and should be provided by the employer.
Employers are also responsible for ensuring that workers receive any additional training required by federal, state, or local laws. This includes hazard-specific instruction related to job duties. While third-party hazmat training providers enhance regulatory compliance, site-specific training from the employer is equally important. This should include instruction on company-specific safety protocols, emergency procedures, and the correct use of equipment unique to the workplace. All employer-provided training should be clearly documented to meet OSHA and DOT compliance standards.
The HazMat Student Advantage
- Fully Narrated, High Quality Training
- 24/7, Easy to Use Online Interface
- Self-Paced with Saved Progress
- Includes Audio, Text & Photos
- Downloadable Student Manual
- Take Up to 12 Months to Complete
- Excellent Customer Support
- Mobile Device Friendly Course*
- 100% Money Back Guarantee*
- Course Completion Certificate
Course Options
| DOT HAZMAT Training: Segregation – Rail | $59.95 |
| DOT Package Deal: Segregation – Air/Highway/Rail/Vessel | $149.95 |
DOT HAZMAT Training Online
- DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Training / Function Specific (10 Hrs)
- DOT HAZMAT General Awareness Training / Basic (4 Hrs)
- DOT HAZMAT Security Awareness
- DOT HAZMAT Hazard Classes & Divisions
- DOT HAZMAT Shipping Papers
- DOT HAZMAT Packaging
- DOT HAZMAT Marking
- DOT HAZMAT Labeling
- DOT HAZMAT Placarding
- DOT HAZMAT Shipping Batteries
- DOT HAZMAT Using the Hazmat Table
- DOT HAZMAT Segregation – Highway
- DOT HAZMAT Segregation – Air
- DOT HAZMAT Segregation – Rail
- DOT HAZMAT Segregation – Vessel
- DOT HAZMAT Highway Carrier Requirements
- DOT HAZMAT Air/IATA Carrier Requirements
- DOT HAZMAT Rail Carrier Requirements
- DOT HAZMAT Vessel Carrier Requirements
- DOT Reasonable Suspicion for Supervisors
