I’ve been training locators for over 20 years now, a good amount of that time having been spent training technicians outside of my own company. Seeing how a variety of different organizations handle similar tasks offers a lot of insight into the culture of my trade. One of the things I’ve noticed over the years …
DESPITE THE PANDEMIC that has affected all our lives, the important work of damage prevention in Canada continued the past two years at the Canadian Common Ground Alliance (CCGA). Forced to move in-person meetings online and the local restrictions that impacted the Regional Partners ability to meet, the national Best Practice Committee continued to push …
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IN THE OFFICE ❑ Review all drawings, plans, engineering blueprints for existing buried facilities ❑ Proposed excavation area has been marked in white paint and/or flags ❑ Call 811 at least 2-3 business days before excavation (check your state One Call laws) ❑ Locate ticket number is posted at the work location ❑ Onsite meeting …
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AZUCA Arizona Chapter of NUCA – Representing Utility and Excavation Contractors THE ARIZONA UTILITY Contractors Association (AZUCA) rejoined the National Utility Contractors Association in April of 2021 and formed AZUCA Arizona Chapter of NUCA. The combined associations now have over 40 member companies with 20 of those being contractors. Since April of 2021, the association …
I’D LIKE TO SHARE a personal story about myself with you all. This is separate from my role at Texas811. I make this clear distinction because I want this to be associated with me, Christi Mclain, and not my organization. I lived with my mom growing up. She did her best to care for me, …
Giving Back – Dealing with Mental Illness: A Journey to Health and Healing Read More »
Dr. Ahmed Al-Bayati, Lawrence Technical University William Alex, Henkels & McCoy Group, Inc. Steve Allen, Budco Inc. Dr. Sam Ariaratnam, Arizona State University Tina Beach, CHS, Inc. Charles Bell, VACMASTERS Travis Beran, Subsurface Solutions, LLC Larry Berwanger, Badger Daylighting Sam Bloedow, Thriveon Information & Technology Susan Bohl, OKIE811, FNCA Brice Box, Kinder Morgan John Brix, …
IT HAD BEEN TWO YEARS SINCE the damage prevention industry gathered for an Excavation Safety Conference (Global ESC). In that time, plenty had changed. New industry associations came to life, work from home standards transformed entire sectors, dig tickets hit all time highs, and virtual meetings came in and out of fashion a dozen times. …
Global Excavation Safety Conference 2022: A Warm Reunion in Arizona Read More »
Each year Louisiana811 (LA811) recognizes a standout with their Locator of the Year Award. Nominations are accepted allowing excavators and member utilities to nominate a locator who has gone above and beyond in providing safe, excellent service. The 2021 LA811 Locator of the Year winners are Jason Raffray, Entergy Gas (large member company winner) and …
Moderator: Ron Peterson – Executive Director, Nulca Panelists: – Jim Plasynski – Chief Revenue Officer, KorTerra – Donavon Busta – Regional Opeations Manager, Blood Hound – Shawn Hailey, President, LineQuest LLC Sponsored by KorTerra and LSAW Record breaking locate ticket numbers are hitting Notification Centers across the country. With that there’s been a natural increase …
Global Locate Masters – Hosted by UTTO, Sponsored by USIC The Inaugural Global Locate Masters took place in Phoenix, AZ at Global Excavation Safety Conference 2022. This unique competition, using UTTO’s Virtual Locate Simulator, drew utility locators from around the nation looking to test their skills against the best in the business. Attendees of the …
