2019 Q1 Issue
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2019 Q1 Issue Articles
Hidden In Plain Sight: Putting The Wrap On Risks Of Underground Electrical Vault And Manhole Events
“Out of sight, out of mind” has its advantages and disadvantages. Keeping underground electrical vaults out of mind can be a costly oversight. For the
Securing The Grid: Does Your Plan Measure Up?
According to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation’s (NERC) State of Reliability 2018 report, cybersecurity vulnerabilities are increasing in number. This is not surprising considering
The Growing Role Of Broadband In Utility Damage Prevention
The infrastructure that utilities build and maintain can run the spectrum from convenience for the utility’s customers to critical infrastructure (both for the customers and
The Power Of Putting A Face On Safety
What is it about a good story that can stay with you for days, weeks, possibly even years after you’ve read it? More than likely
Electric Utility Accidents
I have been in the electric utility business for many years. As a lineman on a line crew, I would hear of accidents, electrical flashes
Social Media – Spring 2019
#LookLocateLive #OnTheRoadToDamagePrevention WHAT’S TRENDING Follow these companies on Facebook All Within My Hands Foundation Damage Prevention Professional recognizes a new foundation this month for its
A NEW LOOK
SCOTT LANDES Logos are odd things. While almost no one will choose a product simply because of its logo, almost everyone identifies a company or
PCCA
PCCA Prepared for a Productive 2019 Founded in 1945 and active across North America, the Power & Communication Contractors Association (PCCA) is a national trade
Product Showcase – Spring 2019
UtilAlert UtilAlert.com | 812.305.0738 INTRODUCING an Innovative Notification System: UtilAlert by Hydromax USA Transforming Safe Pipeline Excavation Operations UtilAlert is a “plug & play” excavator-mounted device, able
What’s Wrong With This Picture? – Spring 2019
WHEN IT COMES to safety, it’s all in the details. Do you know an unsafe situation when you see it? Every day we’re faced with choices
South Dakota Develops Regional Partnership With CGA
A DAMAGE prevention breakfast meeting has been held for the past several years in Sioux Falls to give stakeholders a place to gather. Participants recognized these
CGA Unveils New Logo Design
AS THE COMMON Ground Alliance (CGA) approaches its 20th anniversary, the organization has embraced a refreshed visual representation of its logo. Formally unveiled at the CGA
In Memoriam: Darrell Boggs, CEO Of Arkansas811 And Arkups
WITH GREAT sadness, Arkups/Arkansas811 announces the passing of CEO Darrell Boggs. Darrell led Arkups and Arkansas811 with integrity, honesty and compassion. He will be greatly missed.
Locator Safety Awareness Week Is Just Around The Corner!
LOCATOR SAFETY Awareness Week (LSAW), established in 2014 by Infrastructure Resources and endorsed by Nulca, was developed to honor and recognize the important work performed by
Evolving with A Constant Goal
WHEN YOU LOOK back at safety trends in Canada’s oil and gas industry over the past 30 years, you see overall continued improvement. But what got
Indiana 811 And Kentucky 811 Celebrate Their Damage Prevention Legacy At Annual Regional Conference
IN THE FALL, title sponsors Indiana 811 and Kentucky 811 welcomed facility operators, locators, excavators, regulators, engineers and other professionals who work near underground facilities
CGA Releases 2019 811 Communications Plan And Calendar
FOR THE NINTH consecutive year, CGA has released its 811 Communications Plan and Calendar to help members in any industry promote the importance of the national
An Open Letter From An Excavator
Thanks to the Common Ground Alliance (CGA), the 811 processes has become more efficient, effective and productive. However, there is always room for improvement and
Advanced Filtration Technology Has Changed The Design Of Vacuum Excavation Systems
It’s difficult to remember a time before the existence of the 811 system, but the Common Ground Alliance was no more than an idea just
New “Emerging Damage Prevention Leaders” Group Is Taking Shape, With First Meeting Scheduled During The Upcoming CGA 811 Excavation Safety Conference & Expo
THE DAMAGE PREVENTION industry is growing rapidly due to technological advancements in the utility industry and population growth. Each year, seasoned professionals within the industry
Chinese Delegation Of Engineers And Public Works Professionals Visits New York 811
Safe Excavation in Our Backyard and Beyond: New York 811’s Recent Visit from a Chinese Delegation It’s not every day you get to explore the
The Underground Safety Summit, To Be Held At The 2019 CGA 811 Excavation Safety Conference & Expo, Will Focus On Private Utility Lines
ONE CALL CENTERS ARE EXPERIENCING A RECORD NUMBER OF CALLS AND ENTRIES INTO THE SYSTEM. ONE PROBLEM, THOUGH, IS THAT THE VERY NAME “ONE CALL
New Bill Results In The Improvement Of Colorado’s One Call Law
Colorado is a unique state in numerous ways, from the 300 days of sunshine to the 13th step of the capital building sitting at exactly
Texas Pipeline Safety Effort Targets School Officials And Bus Drivers
Right now, schools across the nation are focusing on strengthening safety and emergency preparedness so your child or grandchild is safe at school. For many
Paying Attention Could Make All The Difference
Have you ever considered how similar your role as a damage prevention specialist is to that of a scout? By scout, I’m thinking less Boy
True Cost Of Telco Damages
Communications companies always recover all their costs when their cables are damaged by contractors. If you believe this, I have some bad news… there is
Utilizing Commercial Drones
Elevating Commercial Drones to New Heights The National Association of Tower Erectors (NATE) has played a leading role within the wireless and broadcast industries to
The Role Of AR In Damage Prevention
Every town and city in North America has extensive and complex networks of underground and aboveground facilities. In the not too distant past, those facilities
Industry News – Spring 2019
Massachusetts Adopting Pipeline Safety Management System DailyEnergyInsider – In order to ensure the safety of the natural gas distribution system in the state of Massachusetts, the
