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Southern Oregon Safety Conference Save-the-date
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Next General Meeting Topic: Electrical Safety
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Thurs, September 5th, 2019
12:00 Noon - 1:00 PM at Black Bear Diner 1900 NW 6th St, Grants Pass, OR (Just off of I-5 Freeway at exit 58) |
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Description:
The hazards associated with the use of electricity include electrical shock and electrical fires caused by shorts and overloaded circuits or wiring. In addition, sparks from electrical equipment can serve as an ignition source for flammable or explosive vapors or combustible materials. Most incidents are a result of unsafe work practices, improper equipment use, and faulty equipment. Adherence to rules and procedures can significantly reduce the electrical hazards one might encounter in the workplace and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
The hazards associated with the use of electricity include electrical shock and electrical fires caused by shorts and overloaded circuits or wiring. In addition, sparks from electrical equipment can serve as an ignition source for flammable or explosive vapors or combustible materials. Most incidents are a result of unsafe work practices, improper equipment use, and faulty equipment. Adherence to rules and procedures can significantly reduce the electrical hazards one might encounter in the workplace and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
Presented by:
Jay Schindler, Environmental, Safety and Health Engineer for Klamath Energy
Jay has been a Mechanical Engineer since graduating from Oregon Tech. He has designed equipment for the Paper and Pulp industry and for the general Wood Products industry for 15+ years before moving to the Power industry in 2001. Working in operations at Klamath Energy for 15 years, he then transferred to EH&S four years ago.
Klamath Energy is a 600+ MW generating facility in Klamath Falls, feeding the 500 KV electrical grid. They have AC systems of 500 KV, 18 KV, 4160 V, 480 V, 227 V, 120V, as well as others, and several DC systems associated with battery banks and controls. Obviously, electrical safety is paramount in the day to day operations of the plant.
Jay Schindler, Environmental, Safety and Health Engineer for Klamath Energy
Jay has been a Mechanical Engineer since graduating from Oregon Tech. He has designed equipment for the Paper and Pulp industry and for the general Wood Products industry for 15+ years before moving to the Power industry in 2001. Working in operations at Klamath Energy for 15 years, he then transferred to EH&S four years ago.
Klamath Energy is a 600+ MW generating facility in Klamath Falls, feeding the 500 KV electrical grid. They have AC systems of 500 KV, 18 KV, 4160 V, 480 V, 227 V, 120V, as well as others, and several DC systems associated with battery banks and controls. Obviously, electrical safety is paramount in the day to day operations of the plant.
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