OSHA 510 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Constr
Cheryl Sanborn
Utility Specialist
Hale,MI
Summary
Experienced in high-level pipeline regulatory requirements, trouble shooting, procedure development, code/standard compliance, pipeline inspection, process improvement and Contractor oversight. Also, an experienced MEA/EWN Certified Administrator & Evaluator. Looking to leverage my 30 plus years of utility experience in field operations and/or management opportunities, which will benefit projects of various complexity.
Overview
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DOT Collector-Chase LLC
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Hobart Institute of Welding-Prep for AWS-CWI) Certified) Weldin
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MEA/EWN Administrator
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CE Sponsored Engineering Program
Work History
Steel Pipeline Construction
Consumers Energy
- 01.2018
- Over 20 years supervising both direct employees and contractors installing, maintaining and repairing HP/MP/SP steel distribution piping.
OQ compliance
- Over 15 years of operational excellence developing and overseeing Operator Qualification programs and covered tasks encompassing over 800 gas employees. Auditing Contractor Programs and performing peer reviews to AGA members to ensure 49 CFR 192 subpart L, M & N compliance – including Subpart E Welding.
Safety
- Specialist providing safety oversight of Construction of a Meter and Regulation Station and Ethanol Carbon Capture facility in Nebraska. Promoted safety ownership to Management and field employees. Performed daily and weekly Activity Hazard Analysis, provided active approach to monthly safety meetings. Lead Activity Hazard Analysis, Daily Job Briefings, Work site observations, Reports and Safety Action Plans. Took a proactive approach to ensuring lowering of OSHA Recordables and high loss incidents. Assisted in any other functions as required by Management. Interface with Customers and Vendors on safety related issues. Provided Training and on-boarding of Employees and Contractors. Completed the Drug and Alcohol Testing classes and Certifications. Provided assistance and technical expertise in implementation of all areas of the Safety Program. Provided training and mentorship on Daily Job Brief meetings and documentation.
Public Safety Liaison
- Served as Public Safety Liaison for Safety Programs in Michigan ensuring company and OHSA Safety regulations were represented in procedures and field activities including field audits. Ensured a safe and welcoming environment for all employees, patrons, and community members. Enforced facility rules, policies, and contacted additional resources, such as Law Enforcement, Fire and First Responders as needed. Acquired OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification-20-602137175. Performed safety audits of company and contracted crews – excavation, PPE, fire prevention, equipment checks, etc.
Plastic Fusion (Distribution Lines and Services)
- Over 20 years supervising plastic fusion construction and maintenance, including overseeing train the trainer programs on Heat/Electrofusion/Hydraulic fusion equipment.
Gas Regulation/Metering
- Over 10 years supervising gas regulation and metering employees including meter move-out programs and commercial/industrial.
Pipe Coating
- As well as OQ regarding pipe coatings, supervised direct and contracted employees applying various coatings to company and manufacturer procedures.
Excavation Safety/ROW
- Supervised construction activities, backfilling, installation of pipe, signage, and pertinent regulated safety requirements.
Engineering
- Engineered Electric and Gas facilities both for residential and commercial customers providing power of overhead and underground facilities.
Education
High School - undefined
Hamady High School
Flint, MICE Sponsored Engineering Program
Delta College
Bay City, MIPRCI
Technical Toolbox
Meter Design, Commercial and Industrial Regulation, Plastic Fusion, Welding
Affiliations
- Co–Chair of Michigan Gas Utility Consortium
- Co–Chair of Michigan Welding Consortium
- Root Cause Analysis Teams
- Women’s Advisory Panel
- AGA Peer review Team
Certification
- DOT Collector Training–Chase LLC
- Hobart Institute of Welding Technology–Preparation for AWS (CWI) Certified Welding Inspector Examination
- Customer Energy Specialist–Successful completion of the course of study in business, communication, and technical skills. Successful completion demonstrates proficiency in computer assisted drafting, physics, math, communication and business acumen. Skills essential in the effective support of customer work requests for construction, maintenance and relocation of company distribution and service systems.
- Currently signed up for the OSHA 510 Training and Certification.
LEADERSHIP
Public Safety Liaison Lead, Public Safety Education, Zone Safety Program initiatives, Manager of Qualifications and Compliance – CIS Midwest Operations (2019–2021), Customer Energy Specialist Team Lead, Commercial and Industrial Gas Field Leader, Gas Distribution Field Leader, Operator Qualifications Sr. Team Lead, supervised several programs involving line clearing for gas transmission lines, meter move out, all at Consumers Energy (1984–2018).
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
Timeline
Steel Pipeline Construction
Consumers Energy
- 01.2018
OQ compliance
Safety
Public Safety Liaison
Plastic Fusion (Distribution Lines and Services)
Gas Regulation/Metering
Pipe Coating
Excavation Safety/ROW
Engineering
High School - undefined
Hamady High School
CE Sponsored Engineering Program
Delta College
PRCI
Technical Toolbox