To further its mission of supporting first responder preparation, CSX offered a $25,000 grant to the Hazardous Materials/CBRNE Training Facility in York County, Virginia, in March. The grant will enable the facility to purchase equipment to enhance education around rail-related hazardous materials. Funds will cover the creation of better railcar props and the installation of electrical and lighting equipment to improve night training. In addition, the facility will use the grant to create larger classrooms that can handle more trainees.
The Hazardous Materials/CBRNE Training Facility provides fire fighters and first responders with hands-on training in handling hazardous materials, especially in the case of rail incidents. CSX previously donated to the facility in 2011 and is proud to continue to help protect Virginia residents.
CSX’s outreach to first responders also includes the CSX Safety Train: Energy Preparedness Program, which has trained professionals from more than 350 organizations, and a mobile app that allows first responders to access train and cargo information should an incident occur.
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