October 29 – 30, 2008
Hyatt Regency Tech Center - Denver
Denver, CO
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Program Chair:
Carlos Diaz, Midwest Generation, EME
Due to the unique combination of new equipment, power generation and elevated working conditions, the wind industry has a particular desire to ensure a safe working environment for all who visit or work at a wind project. This workshop focused on safety issues that were most pertinent to the wind industry and provided innovative and effective strategies to ensure worker safety, as well as fostering continued communication aimed at providing a safe work environment.
Topics covered:
- Lock out tag out (LOTO)
- Safety Regulations in Confined Space
- Safety in Extreme Weather Conditions
- Safety Training Programs
- Latest Regulatory News Relating to Wind Energy
- Fall Protection
- Elevator/Lift Assists
- Crane Safety
- Wind Farm Fire Protection
- Arc Hazard Assessments
Who should attend:
- Project Developer / Operator
- Consulting
- Banking / Financial
- Legal
- Government Agency
- Academic / Non-Profit
- Construction / Transportation
- Turbine Manufacturer
Limited Exhibition and Sponsorship opportunities are available at this workshop. If you would like more information, please contact either: Mike Swinburne at mswinburne@awea.org or (202) 383 – 2502 or Lori Rugh at lrugh@awea.org or (661) 821 – 2149.
While attending the Wind Power Health & Safety Workshop, please stop by and visit with the following Exhibitors:
(List will be updated regularly)
Accreditation has been requested for Certification Maintenance Points from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene.
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