Substations: Eliminating the Dangers Within
An integral part of any electric utility infrastructure, substations that are properly designed and maintained by qualified and trained workers are safe and reliable. If a failure occurs, however, it can be catastrophic and even disastrous. The integrity of any substation starts with its design. Initial considerations include excavating the area, installing forms for concrete […]
Focusing on a Safety Culture at Consumers Energy
As Safety & Health Director for CMS/Consumers Energy, Tom Taylor discusses his role in developing, maintaining and auditing all safety and health programs. Headquartered in Jackson, Michigan, Consumers Energy is the principal subsidiary of CMS Energy Corporation, an integrated energy company that also includes CMS Enterprises, whose primary businesses are independent power production and natural […]
Training Development
A wide variety of on-site and online training programs from the industry’s suppliers are available to utility safety professionals. In addition, trainers and educators are prepared to offer a range of courses. ONLINE TRAINING Altec Industries www.altec.com The new national consensus standard, outlined in ANSI A10.31 2006 Safety Requirements, Definitions and Specifications for Digger Derricks, […]