Non-Accidental Release - BNSF Hazmat

Non-Accidental Release (NAR)

NAR is the unintentional release of hazardous material while in transportation, including loading and unloading while in railroad possession, that is not caused by a derailment, collision or other rail related accident. NAR’s consist of leaks, splashes, and other releases from improperly secured or defective valves, fitting and tank shells, as well as, venting of non-atmospheric gases from safety relief devices.

Industry Standards and Guidlines

Anhydrous Ammonia Tank Car Checklist

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Chlorine Institute Recommendations on the Reduction of HCL NARs

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Help Prevent Fuel Ethanol NAR’s Press Release

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Improving Securement in Hazardous Materials Tank Car Shipments

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Inert Gas in Anhydrous Ammonia Tank Cars

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Suggestions for Effective Railroad Tank Car Loading/Unloading Training Programs

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One Time Movement Approval Procedures

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Statistical Approach to Estimating Surge Pressure Reduction Devices’ Performance

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The Effectiveness of Tank Car Safety Vent Surge Pressure Reduction Devices

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Temperature Guidelines for Pressure Relief Valve/O-Rings

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Reference Guides

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Reduce Your Risk During Biofuels Railcar Loading, Transportation and Unloading Poster

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Common Causes of O-Ring Failure

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Do's and Don'ts - General Service Car Poster

Do’s and Don’ts of General Service Tank Car Handling

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Do's_and_Don'ts-Pressure_Car_Poster

Do’s and Don’ts of LPG and Anhydrous Ammonia Pressure Tank Car Handling

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