WASC March 2018: Call Before You Dig

The Wooster Area Safety Council will meet on Wednesday, March 28th, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at First Presbyterian Church in Wooster. The group will hear from Matt Hennis, Public Awareness & Services Coordinator at the Ohio Utilities Protection Service. Matt will discuss the process of contacting the Ohio Utilities Protection Service when preparing to dig. This will cover everything from the responsibilities of the Excavator/homeowner to what the mark looks like. 

Matt Hennis has worked in the utility industry for 16 years. The experience he has gained through various positions in the industry has allowed Matt to broaden his knowledge in the damage prevention field. In 2013, Matt took a position with the Ohio Utility Protection Service (OUPS) as one of their Public Awareness & Services Coordinators. Primarily servicing the southeastern Ohio region, Matt works with contractors, excavators, and contract locators to spread the message of damage prevention. He provides safety talks to industry groups, participates in several Damage Prevention Councils, Utility Coordinating Councils, and promotes cooperation amongst all stakeholders. In addition, Matt acts as the communication link between OUPS member facility companies and OUPS management. 

If you have any questions about the presentation, please contact Grant Delaney by either calling 330-262-5735 or emailing gdelaney@woosterchamber.com. We look forward to seeing you there!