Chesapeake Utilities Celebrates Five Years of Safety Training at Safety Town Facility
- Chesapeake Utilities celebrates five years of its Safety Town training facility, enhancing natural gas safety in Delaware.
- The facility has trained over 1,200 responders and hosted 200 events, promoting a culture of safety in communities.
- Chesapeake Utilities collaborates with local fire departments, reinforcing public safety and community relationships through training initiatives.
Chesapeake Utilities Champions Community Safety through Training Facility Milestone
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation marks a significant achievement with the five-year anniversary of its Safety Town training facility in Dover, Delaware. Established in 2020, Safety Town has evolved into a vital training hub for natural gas safety, reflecting the company’s unwavering commitment to safety and community engagement. Over the past five years, the facility has trained more than 1,200 emergency response personnel, hosting over 200 events aimed at enhancing safety skills for employees and first responders alike. This initiative not only addresses the immediate needs of emergency preparedness but also fosters a culture of safety within local communities.
The success of Safety Town is underscored by its collaboration with over 50 fire departments and municipalities across Maryland and Delaware. The diverse training programs offered include critical skills such as excavation safety, leak investigation, SCBA usage, CPR/AED/First Aid, and OSHA 10-hour training. These programs are designed to prepare participants for real-life emergencies, making communities more resilient in the face of potential safety hazards. During the anniversary celebration, attendees witness live demonstrations and guided tours, reinforcing the practical application of the training provided.
Jeff Sylvester, senior vice president and COO of Chesapeake Utilities, highlights the facility's role in equipping local responders with essential safety knowledge. This dedication to fostering community resilience is further illustrated through the company’s charitable contributions, such as the recent $10,000 donation to the Delaware Volunteer Firefighter Association to support its scholarship fund. Andrena Burd, the assistant vice president of risk management, reiterates that Safety Town embodies Chesapeake Utilities’ core value of safety and its mission to enhance life in the communities it serves, signifying a commitment to both operational excellence and community well-being.
In addition to promoting safety training, Chesapeake Utilities’ efforts at Safety Town emphasize the importance of collaborative community relationships. By engaging local fire departments and emergency responders in training, the company not only bolsters public safety but also fosters a sense of teamwork and shared responsibility among local organizations.
As Chesapeake Utilities continues to invest in safety and community initiatives, the impact of Safety Town extends far beyond its walls, creating a ripple effect that enhances emergency preparedness and community resilience across the region.