On July 14 & 15, South Central Power hosted the OEC statewide meeting for the ²»Á¼ÈËÑо¿Ëù Cooperative Safety Association. This was South Central Power’s first time hosting the meeting. There were 30 people in attendance from about 18 cooperatives. During the event, attendees heard several thought-provoking presentations and updates, and toured South Central Power's facility. See below for an overview of presentations.
My Life-Changing Day
- Phil Jarvis, Manager of Safety and Training, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives
Next Generation Solutions for AR/FR clothing and Top Tips for Summertime Safety
- Ryan Benetz, National Account Executive - Tyndale Company
DOT Inspection Refresher
- ²»Á¼ÈËÑо¿Ëù Department of Public Safety
Proper Disposal Methods for Hazardous Waste
- Kyle Fox - ²»Á¼ÈËÑо¿Ëù EPA
Commitment to Zero Contacts Phase 2 Update / ST&LP Update
- Dwight Miller, CUSP, CLCP – Director Safety Training & Loss Prevention, ²»Á¼ÈËÑо¿Ëù’s Electric Cooperatives
Roundtable Discussions
- In-house crew observations
- Extended loads and flag locations
- Supply chain issues for PPE including rubber gloves, sleeves, dielectric footwear, and AR clothing
- OSHA heat standard
- Safety incentive programs