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Breaking Down the Silos:
How NiSource United Employees and Contractors Under One OQ Program
Summary: In this follow-up to our last webinar, The Power of Customization, we explore NiSource's roadmap for aligning their contractors to the "Common OQ" framework—from task-mapping and gap analysis to a transparent communication rollout. Learn how and why they aligned their contractors to Common OQ, the benefits they experienced, and tips and resources that you can leverage to fully align contractors in your own program.
Presenters:
OQ Program Administrator, NiSource
Sarahbeth Farver
Account Manager, EWN
More About This Webinar
In the context of Operator Qualification (OQ), the terms “suspension” and “disqualification” are used almost interchangeably.
However, these terms have very different meanings.
In this webinar, we will explain how suspension and disqualification are used by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and how operators and contractors should understand these terms and incorporate them into their written OQ Programs.
In this video, get a glimpse of the real-world examples that Brian will demonstrate in the webinar.
Steve came to EWN with a wealth of knowledge that he readily shares with the industry. Steve has a background that includes a degree from Indiana University, an MBA from Butler University, his CPA, and over 30 years in the industry. His experience includes time as the Pipeline Safety Director of the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, National NAPSR Chair, PHMSA GPAC member, and time as a state regulator and inspector. Steve is a true pipeline safety evangelist and PSMS ambassador. As one of our most recognized speakers, Steve presents regularly on laws and regulations, PSMS, and Safety Culture. Steve is a member of multiple boards and committees, including currently serving on the APGA Board of Directors.
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