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January 2017 Dinner Event: Dig Safely - Avoid Costly Dig-Ins
Dig Safely - Avoid Costly Dig-Ins
Presented by Aaron Lindh
Lead Damage Investigator, DiRT Unit, PG&E
Dig-ins underground gas or electric lines accidentally struck during construction projects.
In 2015, PG&E experienced over 1,711 dig-ins to their subsurface facilities; which equates to approximately 5 hits per day.
Primary causes include ignorance of the laws pertaining to excavations, and use of power equipment within proximity of subsurface installations.
The philosophy of the DiRT Unit is to build relationships and partnerships with all persons involved in underground excavation, specifically California licensed contractors who are required to follow excavation Government Code 4216.
Dig Safely objectives:
* Understand the laws governing digging
* Know the Call 811 Before You Dig process
* Current efforts that focus on changing contractor
behaviors and enhancing pipeline safety.
About Aaron Lindh:
Aaron Lindh is the lead Northern California damage investigator for PG&Es Dig-In Reduction Team (DiRT). The DiRT Team enhances PG&Es pipeline safety mission by preventing dig-ins and other potential damage-inducing activities to PG&Es underground infrastructure.
A retired Petaluma Police Officer, Aaron brings 9 years of investigative experience to the DiRT Team. In his tenure with the Petaluma Police Department, Aaron was a Firearms & D.A.R.E. Instructor, and member of the County Wide Gang Suppression Task Force.
As lead Damage Investigator, Aaron is actively involved in the Overhead Helicopter Patrol - an integral part of the DiRT team. In addition, Aaron Facilitates Educational and Safety Workshops.
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LocationRERA January 2017 Dinner Meeting (View)
1320 19th Hole Drive
Windsor, CA 95492
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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