BNSF and Positive Train Control

BNSF began developing and testing a PTC system before the first Congressional mandate made in 2008. BNSF was the first and only freight railroad to operate PTC starting in 2012 and continues to be the leader in Class I railroad operations with PTC on freight lines. The industry-wide change is arguably one of the most

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BNSF First Responder Training in Spokane

In August, BNSF teamed up with the Spokane Police Department and other local first responders for a day of training.  The attendees learned about rail safety and methods for addressing an emergency response on or near the rails. What really seemed to stand out during the training day was the “hands on orientation” of the

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BNSF Railway Foundation Supports Local Organizations

The BNSF Railway Foundation provided a grant to the Southwest Region EMS and Trauma Care Council.  This grant was used to send 11 students in the Southwest Region to Emergency Medical Responder training during the 2016-2017 training year.  All 11 students successfully completed training on 6/30/2017 and are now completing their field work which will

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Tacoma Rainiers, USO Northwest and BNSF support WA military families

BNSF Railway teamed up with Tacoma Rainiers and the USO Northwest (United Service Organizations) to take local military families out for a game in their USO Heroes Suite.  The Rainiers partner with USO Northwest and local organizations to provide a completely free, family-friendly luxury suite experience for local military organizations. BNSF is a proud sponsor.

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KC Industrial Waste Program Awards BNSF the Gold for Interbay Facility

Each spring, King County Industrial Waste recognizes facilities that have done an excellent job maintaining compliance and preventing pollution. The Clean Water Gold Award honors facilities that have had no violations or late reports during the year.  BNSF is proud to have received this award for our Seattle Interbay Facility for 2016. Learn more about

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BNSF Plans for HazMat Training in Idaho

BNSF takes safety very seriously and helping our first responders train is a big part of that effort. This year, BNSF conducted a cold-water boom deployment drill on the Kootenai River in Idaho with first responders in addition to providing a safety briefing to the Kootenai County Local Emergency Planning Committee. In September, BNSF will

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BNSF Reminds Eclipse Viewers to Remain Safe by Staying Away from Railroad Tracks

A total solar eclipse will occur Monday, Aug. 21, across the U.S. in many communities where BNSF Railway Company (BNSF) operates. BNSF will continue normal operations throughout the day and during the eclipse, and reminds community members to stay safe and away from railroad tracks. Because nothing is more important to BNSF than operating safely,

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