Training requirements and curriculum must be reviewed by a union-management committee periodically, and no less
than annually for remote control operators, engineers, conductors, operators, and workers who work on or with the in-plant/ in-mill railroad operations.
Initial training.
Prior to any in-plant/in-mill railroad work,each employee must receive and understand the training provided.
Annual refresher training.
Each employee must receive annual training and understand such training.
Supplemental training.
Each employee must receive prompt training and understand additional training whenever:
- Changes occur that affect the employee’s work, exposure to hazards, job tasks, new equipment and technology, etc.
- The employer develops new policy or changes their policies or procedures
- There is an indication that the employee has not retained the necessary understanding or
- An injury or illness occurs at the work site that results in death, days away from work, medical treatment beyond first aid, or loss of consciousness.
Presentation.
Training must be provided in a language and at a literacy level each employee and supervisor understands. The employer must provide employees with an opportunity for questions and answers about the training materials.