Our railcar mover safety training course is OSHA compliant. The online version fulfills OSHA’s classroom training requirement.
Training Scope:
- Anatomy & Pre-work
Inspections - Safe Operations & Stability of the Machine
- Machine description
- Braking Systems
- Mounting & Dismounting Rails
- Coupling & Uncoupling Railcars
- Understand your Worksite
- The Vehicle Following Distance
- Public Crossings
- Safe Speeds
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Case Studies
This presentation includes intermittent practice questions. This prepares the viewer for the final written exam. There is also a checklist for employers to use when administering a practical exam, This is an OSHA requirement. Only an employer can designate an employee as certified within their company. Certification requirements can vary by province. Check local standards occupational training requirements in your jurisdiction.
Estimated Training Length: Estimated time for this training is 2 to 2.5 hours but varies amongst students.
Intended Audience:
- Employees, Employers, Managers and Supervisors
This training encompasses the following OSHA standards for railcar movers:
• C.R.O.R. – General Notice
• Railway (Alberta) Act – Industrial Railway Regulation Part 1.6: Industrial Railway Rail Car Mover Inspection and Safety Rules
Transport Canada – Standards Respecting Railway Clearance
COURSE TOPICS
- Anatomy of the railcar and Inspection
- Stability and Weight Distribution of equipment
- Safe Operations activities
- Rail Yard Safety measures
ONLINE COURSE DURATION
About 150 minutes
PASS MARK
The student has 2 chances to achieve a pass mark for this course is 80%
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
There will be a printable certificate available to download
