CI-Sponsored TRANSCAER Training Brings More Than 60 Emergency Responders Together in Syracuse

Three days. More than 60 responders. A lot of hands-on training.

From September 9–11, The Chlorine Institute (CI) hosted Chlorine Rail Safety & Hazmat Emergency Response Training in Syracuse, New York, bringing together more than 60 emergency responders for three days of classroom instruction, hands-on exercises, and practical emergency response training.

Held at the Syracuse Fire Department Training and Maintenance Facility, the CI-sponsored TRANSCAER training focused on preparing responders to safely and effectively manage hazardous materials emergencies involving chlorine and rail transportation.

Through classroom instruction and practical field exercises, participants had the opportunity to strengthen their knowledge, build hands-on experience, and prepare for the challenges of responding to hazardous materials incidents.

Collaboration Strengthens Emergency Preparedness

CI extends its sincere thanks to the Syracuse Fire Department and its Training and Maintenance Facility for hosting the program and helping make this training possible.

The training also benefited from the knowledge and experience of instructors representing organizations throughout the chemical, transportation, and emergency response industries.

Thank you to the following instructors for sharing their time and expertise throughout the three-day program:

• Aaron Becker – INEOS KOH

• Chris Joy – JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc.

• James Busse – Olin

• Cory Pause – Olin

• Craig Pritchett – Westlake

• Mike Burkett – Specialized Professional Services, Inc.

• Donald Browning – Specialized Professional Services, Inc.

• Dan Thompson – Midland Manufacturing

• Robert Wolniak – Indian Springs Manufacturing Co., Inc.

Their contributions helped provide responders with a meaningful opportunity to learn, practice, and strengthen their emergency response capabilities.

Preparedness Supports CI's Mission of Safety and Stewardship

The Institute’s mission chemicals are used throughout the North American economy and are key to the protection of public health and the production of a wide range of products like plastics, pharmaceuticals, paper, and construction materials. Ensuring its safe, secure, environmentally compatible, and sustainable production, distribution, and use is central to The Chlorine Institute's mission.

CI thanks everyone who contributed to the success of the Syracuse training, especially the instructors, hosting team, and more than 60 emergency responders who dedicated their time to learning and training.