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Dave Bowers

Dave Bowers

Dave Bowers is an instructor with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 AFL-CIO, Apprentice and Skill Improvement Program. Email him at dbowers@asiplocal150.org. For more information, visit asiplocal150.org.

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Dave Bowers

HazCom and Drill Crews: Developing an Employer Program

Tips to Make Sense of Labeling, SDSs and Training for Toxic Substances
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Dave Bowers
June 10, 2022
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Resources can help employers with labeling, SDSs, training and other critical parts of hazard communication.


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Dave Bowers

HazCom and Drill Crews: Chemical Exposure Limits

When Must Employers Take Steps to Protect Workers?
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Dave Bowers
May 16, 2022
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Know the recommended exposure limits (RELs) for the toxic substances your crews may encounter on the job.


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HazCom and Drill Crews: What is Toxicity?

A Discussion of Hazard Communication for Drilling Companies
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Dave Bowers
April 11, 2022
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Talk of chemical hazards with your company’s workforce starts by understanding the basics of toxicology.


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Dave Bowers

‘Don’t Put Your Hand There’: Pinch Point Tips for Drillers

Discussing Job Safety, Risk Mitigation for Pinch, Nip Points
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Dave Bowers
March 18, 2022
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Newbies, experienced drillers alike can use a reminder on lockout/tagout, paying attention to potential risks.


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Dave Bowers

Drilling’s Tough Reputation, Injuries and Opioids

Supporting Coworkers, Crews with Vigilance, Wellness Checks
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Dave Bowers
February 14, 2022
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Vigilance, wellness checks can help drillers, construction workers support each other through aches, injury.


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Dave Bowers

Safety Factors for Multipurpose Drilling Rigs

Articulated Masts Add Flexibility, Specific Risks to Mitigate
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Dave Bowers
January 14, 2022
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Articulated masts add flexibility required for micropiles, tiebacks, but come with specific risks to mitigate.


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Dave Bowers

What Components Go into a Health, Safety Program?

A Good Program Doesn’t have to be Complex
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Dave Bowers
December 17, 2021
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Launching a program? It doesn’t have to be complex, but it does have to be thorough and well-communicated.


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Dave Bowers

What Does the Future Hold for Drilling, Construction Equipment?

Manufacturers, Like Ford and Tesla, have Electric Opportunities
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Dave Bowers
November 22, 2021
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Electric drill rigs could have huge advantages in efficiency, torque carbon footprint and — from a noise standpoint — safety.


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Dave Bowers

How Can We Make Drill Training More Effective?

Start by Understanding the Four Main Learning Styles
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Dave Bowers
October 15, 2021
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Preparation, teaching to different learning styles can help trainers boost retention.
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Dave Bowers

How Can We Make Drill Training More Relevant?

Drillers, Manufacturers Both Benefit from Coordinated Continuing Ed
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Dave Bowers
September 17, 2021
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Drillers want training and manufacturers want customers. Find the best training where those ideas intersect.


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