2018 Q3 Issue
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2018 Q3 Issue Articles
The Benefits Of Having A Utility “As-Built” Standard Are Significant Toward Reducing Damages To Utilities
Documenting Accurate Utility Locations The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) believes that a standard for producing common utility “as-built” data is essential for accommodating
GIS Within The Gas And Oil Industry
Many of us are involved in an important task for our economy and our nation – transporting highly flammable materials (oil, natural gas, liquid petroleum
Emergency Response Language
The Emergency Response Language of Location: U.S. National Grid On May 23, 2013, two elementary students on a school field trip died when they were
Gas & Oil Transportation: Pipeline Vs Rail
Oil is one of the most valuable resources available to us on earth. The derivatives of crude oil have made our rapid advancement into the
Industry News – Fall 2018
NEW DAMAGE PREVENTION LAW IN WISCONSIN A new Wisconsin Law (part of the 2018 PSC Reform Bill) that took effect in early July provides an
Recent Legislative Responses to Dakota Access Pipeline and the Critical Infrastructure Protection Act
Newton’s third law of motion asserts that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. This principle is applicable to the pipeline industry
Three Vital Pipelines for People Issues
Time, energy, and train of thought. They’re tricky to hang onto and even harder to manage. In fact, most leaders blame people and their issues
Damage Prevention Hero – Frank Bedtke
Damage Prevention Hero Frank Bedtke A True Partner in the Damage Prevention Process • STAFF REPORT • Frank Bedtke » FRANK BEDTKE BREATHES DAMAGE PREVENTION.
Ask The DP-Pro – Theresa Chavez
Q How Can Technology Improve DATA COLLECTION & ASSET MANAGEMENT? A by Theresa Chavez GOING DIGITAL: THE FIRST STEPS TO MAXIMIZING EFFICIENCY AND IMPROVING SAFETY THEY
Why Following A Process Is So Important
The Seven Steps to Locating I started in this industry close to 17 years ago with a leading locate manufacturer. I had a small amount
Preventing Damage In The Midst Of Growth And Change
In the last five years, Spire has grown fourfold. With a quickly growing employee base and millions of customers, preventing excavation- related damages has never
Public Awareness (Digital) – Fall 2018
811 Mudders THIS JULY, nearly 9,000 brave individuals were confronted with the challenge of trudging through 10 miles of muddy terrain while overcoming 20- plus
Social Media – Fall 2018
HOT#TAGS # 811Balloon # SupportS229 WHAT’S TRENDING Follow these companies on Facebook What Do You Think? This issue’s question: Which method of oil transportation do
The Future of Damage Prevention
Some events in life are guaranteed to cause a change in your perspective. One is becoming a grandparent. In my case, it happened on June
Help Me HELP YOU
Did you know locators don’t locate?” The contractor shouted the question to a small group of onlookers gathered around the damaged electric cable, then shouted
It’s Sweet to Give Back
Conferences are traditionally events where vendors find buyers and buyers expand knowledge and find solutions to challenges they face. Aclara, part of the Hubbell family
Public Awareness – Fall 2018
Minnesota Celebrates 8/11 Day: CenterPoint Energy Hosts 5th Annual 811 5K Run/Walk in Minneapolis BY AARON CORNELIUS CENTERPOINT ENERGY (CNP) hosted the annual 811 5K Run/Walk
Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission
The mission of the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission’s (Commission) Pipeline Safety Division (Division) is to ensure the safe and reliable operation of Indiana’s intrastate pipeline
What Is The Role Of “Design Tickets?” And, Do They Really Work?
What are we trying to accomplish with a “design ticket?” Is it a one-stop shop where a project designer can request records of existing utilities?
The Old Saying “What You Can’t See, Can’t Hurt You” Is Not True In Utility Excavation… Especially When It Applies To Cross Bores
CROSS BORES: A HIDDEN MINEFIELD Working outdoors in Minnesota in February isn’t fun, but working indoors is apparently no picnic either. In February of 2010, a
National Energy Talk: Facing America’s Energy Dreams And Global Economic Realities
Over the past few months, I have spoken at several events, including: The Pipeline & Energy Expo in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the 25th Annual Meeting of the
