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Playing It Safe This Summer: Spotlight on Rail Safety
CONTENT: Blog
Safety is and has always been a priority for CSX, guiding every aspect of the company’s operations. CSX works tirelessly to prevent rail-related injuries and accidents at all levels through educational programs and initiatives to help protect employees, the public, and the communities in which we operate.
The summer season is a great time to revisit CSX’s “Tips for Staying Safe Near Trains or Tracks”:
Never walk on or along railroad tracks—it’s dangerous, and it’s illegal!
Always look out for warning signs and signals.
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