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INCOM, Inc. Reducing Exposure of Short-term Utility Work Zones Through Effective Safety Planning Safety

INCOM, Inc. Reducing Exposure of Short-term Utility Work Zones Through Effective Safety Planning Safety Through Communication www. incomsafety. com

INCOM, Inc. Presented at: FHWA "Making Work Zones Work Better" WORKSHOP Presenting Author: Co-

INCOM, Inc. Presented at: FHWA "Making Work Zones Work Better" WORKSHOP Presenting Author: Co- Authors: Todd Belobraydich Incom, Inc. Glen Mudd Louisville Water Company Carl Griffith TRENCH-IT, Inc. Safety Through Communication www. incomsafety. com

Presentation Overview • Intro & Background - The Need • Two Successful Utility Programs

Presentation Overview • Intro & Background - The Need • Two Successful Utility Programs • Louisville Water Company - Traffic Control Program • TRENCH-IT, INC. - Temporary Traffic Control Policy • • • Common Elements of the Two Programs A Proposed Utility Model Program Discussion / Q & A © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

Who is INCOM ? • Div. of Dicke Tool Company; founded 1886 • Started

Who is INCOM ? • Div. of Dicke Tool Company; founded 1886 • Started 1993; utility safety support services • Publications, Training Courses, Consultation • Member National Safety Council - Utilities Division • NSC - Certified Worksite Traffic Control Supervisor • ATSSA - Certified Worksite Traffic Technician © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

The Need • • • Deteriorating Infrastructure Changing Traffic Patterns Changing Driver Habits "Orange

The Need • • • Deteriorating Infrastructure Changing Traffic Patterns Changing Driver Habits "Orange Overload" Customer Relations through Field Operation Personal Contact © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

The Need The utility safety dilemma. . . . • How can we keep

The Need The utility safety dilemma. . . . • How can we keep the road users and our workers safe, while at the same time inhibiting traffic flow as little as possible? © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Utility-Specific Issues • Variable Durations • 1 -30 minutes • 2 -4 hrs •

Utility-Specific Issues • Variable Durations • 1 -30 minutes • 2 -4 hrs • Variable Locations / Conditions • • • Off the road On the shoulder w or w/o encroachment In the roadway Day or night Overhead, on-ground, under-ground © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

Utility-Specific Issues • Inter-Jurisdictional Operations • Many utilities now multi-state • "Maximum-minimum as minimum"

Utility-Specific Issues • Inter-Jurisdictional Operations • Many utilities now multi-state • "Maximum-minimum as minimum" • Low Employee to Vehicle / Worksite Ratio • Technicians need training • Utility Contractors • Tend to imitate utility client © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

Two Successful Utility Programs • Real-life Examples • Louisville Water Company • TRENCH-IT, Inc.

Two Successful Utility Programs • Real-life Examples • Louisville Water Company • TRENCH-IT, Inc. • • Comprehensive & Effective Utility Developed Common Elements Basic Utility Model © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

Louisville Water Company • Local municipal water utility for Louisville, Kentucky • Multi-Phase Approach

Louisville Water Company • Local municipal water utility for Louisville, Kentucky • Multi-Phase Approach • Education • Auditing • Three Phases of Training © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

Louisville Water Company • New Employee Safety Orientation • Basic information • Create an

Louisville Water Company • New Employee Safety Orientation • Basic information • Create an educational foundation • General Safety Training • Annual basis • Drive the issue home • Expanded Training • Supervisory level • Conducted by consultants • Advanced treatment of issues © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

Louisville Water Company 1. Traffic equipment contractors used to setup and take down the

Louisville Water Company 1. Traffic equipment contractors used to setup and take down the traffic control zones for most work site situations. 2. Work zones are audited routinely to monitor the performance of both the crew and the contractor. 3. Deficiencies discussed & solutions implemented. 4. The continual emphasis on training reinforces the quality of the audits. © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • Leading utility contractor located in Mc. Henry, Illinois • Seven Part

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • Leading utility contractor located in Mc. Henry, Illinois • Seven Part Program • Award Winning © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • • PURPOSE OBJECTIVE SCOPE ACCOUNTABILITY DEFINITIONS SET UP PROCEDURES TRAINING ©

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • • PURPOSE OBJECTIVE SCOPE ACCOUNTABILITY DEFINITIONS SET UP PROCEDURES TRAINING © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • PURPOSE • The purpose of this program is to establish guidelines

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • PURPOSE • The purpose of this program is to establish guidelines for temporary traffic control installation, maintenance, and removal. This program also serves to identify standard operating procedures for setting up temporary traffic control work zones. © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • OBJECTIVE • The guidelines set within this policy will help to

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • OBJECTIVE • The guidelines set within this policy will help to regulate, warn, and guide traffic through Trench-It roadway work zones. The ultimate goal of this program is to prevent employee injuries, motor vehicle accidents, and personal injury to motorists and/or pedestrians. © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • SCOPE • This policy applies to all work zones established on

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • SCOPE • This policy applies to all work zones established on or near public roadways. Each employee working in these work zones must follow the guidelines established within this policy to ensure their safety and the safety of the general public. © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • ACCOUNTABILITY • • Safety Director Foremen Crew Leaders Employees © Copyright

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • ACCOUNTABILITY • • Safety Director Foremen Crew Leaders Employees © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • DEFINITIONS • • Activity Area Advance Warning Area Buffer Space Termination

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • DEFINITIONS • • Activity Area Advance Warning Area Buffer Space Termination Area Traffic Space Transition Area Work Space © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • SET UP PROCEDURES • The traffic control setup will be selected

TRENCH-IT, Inc. • SET UP PROCEDURES • The traffic control setup will be selected from the typical applications illustrated in appendix A of this policy, the typical applications within the “Guide to Temporary Traffic Control in Work Zones” or a plan devised with the aid of the MUTCD guidelines. © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

TRENCH-IT, Inc. 1. TRAINING • All employees are required to receive training on proper

TRENCH-IT, Inc. 1. TRAINING • All employees are required to receive training on proper temporary traffic control in work zones. Retraining will be given once every two years, or when deficiencies are noted on jobsites. Update training will be given when this policy or MUTCD guidelines change. © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

Common Elements of the Two Programs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Education

Common Elements of the Two Programs 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Education / Training Clear Objectives Responsible Employees Standardized Procedures Auditing Enforcement Monitoring © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

Common Elements of the Two Programs (cont'd) 8. Training appropriate to level of responsibility

Common Elements of the Two Programs (cont'd) 8. Training appropriate to level of responsibility 9. Established Criteria for use of Outside Services 10. Adherence to MUTCD and Regional Standards 11. Written Policy/Program – Supplemental Manual or Field Reference 12. On-going; Up-datable Program Features © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

A Proposed Utility Model Program By grouping the common elements of the two programs

A Proposed Utility Model Program By grouping the common elements of the two programs in similar categories, a distinct framework emerges. . ▲ A. Training 1. Education / Training 8. Training appropriate to level of responsibility © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

A Proposed Utility Model Program ▲ B. Standards 2. 4. 10. 11. 12. Clear

A Proposed Utility Model Program ▲ B. Standards 2. 4. 10. 11. 12. Clear Objectives Standardized Procedures Adherence to MUTCD and Regional Standards Written Policy/Program – Suppl. Manual or Field Reference On-going; Up-datable Program Features © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

A Proposed Utility Model Program ▲ C. Responsibility 3. 5. 6. 7. 9. Responsible

A Proposed Utility Model Program ▲ C. Responsibility 3. 5. 6. 7. 9. Responsible Employees Auditing Enforcement Monitoring Established Criteria for use of Outside Services © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

A Proposed Utility Model Program ▲ A. Training ▲ B. Standards ▲ C. Responsibility

A Proposed Utility Model Program ▲ A. Training ▲ B. Standards ▲ C. Responsibility When developed and implemented in a comprehensive safety program, these components can help virtually any utility company maximize road user and worker safety by minimizing exposure time and maintaining optimum traffic mobility. © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

About The Authors: Glen Mudd is the Director of Safety, Health and Security for

About The Authors: Glen Mudd is the Director of Safety, Health and Security for the Louisville Water Company, Louisville, KY. Glen is a Certified Utility Safety Administrator and currently serves as Chairman of National Safety Council-Utilities Division. Carl Griffith is the Safety Director for TRENCH-IT, Inc. , a leading utility contractor located in Mc. Henry, IL. Carl serves as Financial Officer of the National Safety Council-Utilities Division and is a Certified Utility Safety Administrator. Todd Belobraydich is Vice President – Sales & Marketing for In. Com, Inc. , specializing in the development of customized safety training, publications and other related services for telecommunications, electric, gas and water utilities. © Copyright 2002 Incom, Inc. All rights reserved.

INCOM, Inc. Reducing Exposure of Short-term Utility Work Zones Through Effective Safety Planning Discussion

INCOM, Inc. Reducing Exposure of Short-term Utility Work Zones Through Effective Safety Planning Discussion - Q & A Safety Through Communication www. incomsafety. com