AskRail vs CIS Connect

The AskRail app is a hazardous materials safety tool for first responders who are first on scene or directly support the first on scene in the event of a rail incident. Access to certain features, including the ability to query railcar contents based on an equipment number, is restricted to authorized personnel. To obtain authorization to use the restricted features, you must assert that you are a first responder, provide information about your emergency response agency, and identify a supervisor who can attest to your first responder duties. You also must obtain sponsorship from a Class I railroad. This process may take up to several weeks. AskRail is a collaborative effort among all North American Class I railroads, the Association of American Railroads, Railinc Corp., and the Transportation Technology Center, Inc. For more information about AskRail please visit: www.askrail.us.

CIS Connect delivers situational awareness and safer, faster response for first responders by integrating live CAD data, unit status/AVL, and critical call details into a streamlined mobile experience. View live call for service details, receive live updates, map view of units in the field, and update unit status. A Smarter Way to Stay Connected in the Field Our new mobile app gives first responders real-time visibility into what’s happening around them. Whether it’s your assigned call or another active incident nearby, the app keeps you in sync with dispatch and your team. With live mapping, status updates, and automatic CAD-to-mobile updates, you’ll always have the latest information—right in your hand. Key Features: See Every Call – View all active calls and instantly access the ones assigned to you. Map Your Response – A live map shows your unit, other responders, and call locations so you always know what’s happening around you. Update Your Status on the Go – Change your status right from the app—no radio needed. Always Up to Date – When dispatch makes a change, it shows up instantly in the app so you never miss a detail. Built for the Job – Simple, reliable, and designed to work in high-pressure situations.