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Safety Information Superhighway: Written by George R. Popovici, ASP, CUSA, 1 May 2008

Designing an integrated safety information system creates a platform for safety predictive modeling
Effective Fall Protection for Utility Workers: Written by Jim Hutter, 1 May 2008

A review of the relevant standards and training that companies need to provide.
How to Bulletproof Your Training: Written by Max Fuentes, 1 March 2008
Utilities, like other industries, are facing a new training challenge. Businesses that require a hands-on approach to training their employees are soon to feel the effects of an anticipated “knowledge transfer” due to the pending retirement of large numbers of baby boomers.
Training for the New Century: Written by Jim Vaughn, CUSA, 1 January 2005

Experiencing high turnover? Too many incidents? The answer to these problems could lie in a new, innovative training program.
When is a Lineman a Lineman?: Written by Ron Schenk, CSS, 1 July 2006
This feature's title is not a rhetorical question. There really should be an answer-a definitive, widely accepted answer we could all give quickly and consistently. There isn't and we can't, though we try with great confidence. When one of us comes up with something that sounds pretty good, another one of us disagrees.
Learning Curve: Written by George R. Popovici, ASP, CUSA, 1 November 2006
The OSHA Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR 1910.269 Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution) requires employers to ensure that qualified personnel who perform work on equipment 50 volts or greater verify their knowledge of the regulations on an ongoing basis. To meet this important requirement, NSTAR Electric and Gas Corporation has implemented a highly successful self-service, computer-based learning program.
Tips for Improving Incident Investigation Interviews - Part 1: Preparation: Written by Tyrone S. Tonkinson, PhD., P.E., 1 January 2007
Part 1 of a 2-part article.
Tips for Improving Incident Investigation Interviews- Part 2: Contact Time: Written by Tyrone S. Tonkinson, PhD., P.E., 1 March 2007
Training Development: Written by Carla Housh, 1 May 2007
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.

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