The electric power industry is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by increasing grid complexity and the integration of renewable energy sources, while still providing reliable, affordable ...

Elements of operator performance are complicated, so look to standards and best practices to guide improvements. Operator Performance (OP) is a large topic and can be a very difficult subject to ...

ElectriCom LLC, a utility infrastructure company specializing in electric, telecommunications, fiber optic and storm response, was looking for a new way to increase operator practice time without ...

Two operator-related safety incidents prompted managers at ElectriCom, a utility infrastructure company operating in the midwestern and southern United States, to rethink the company’s approach to ...

A new directive involving cranes and derricks has been issued by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The directive addresses training, inspections and certifications. The National ...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has finalized its long-awaited approach to crane operator qualification and certification. 1 The rule, which has followed a tortuous road to ...

We can argue about what the root causes really are in any catastrophic industrial situation, but the fact remains that human error plays a hugely significant role in ...

A scheme which enables waste management companies to demonstrate they have met operator competence requirements under the Environmental Permitting Regulations was launched this week (July 21) by the ...

The oil and gas production explosion is driving the renaissance of the chemical and process industries in North America. With low-cost natural gas comes low-cost feedstock for many chemical compounds, ...

Chief executive officer, The Crane Industry Council of Australia (CICA) KHL is the world’s largest and most-trusted provider of information for the global construction and power sectors. It is a ...

Target an entry role as a production/operations trainee or outside operator with core safety tickets, basic process operations training, and strong hands-on aptitude. Progress to outside operator in 6 ...