Good Catches Use *STAR*

None of these GOOD CATCHES make headlines, but they’re exactly what prevents incidents from happening.

• A company laborer noticed a damaged safety keeper on an excavator hook while preparing for use. They stopped and replaced it before putting it into service
• While building a trench box, a company laborer identified a chain spreader hook that wouldn’t lock properly. They reported it, red-tagged it, and replaced it before continuing work.
• A company laborer caught a flipped shackle on a track hoe while preparing to pull a load. They recognized it could bind and impact the winch. It was reset properly, and only then continued the operation.
• A company laborer identified a downed power line contacting a steel fence and immediately reported it so the proper utility response could be initiated.
• While setting up for sandblasting on the south bore tie-in, a company laborer noticed unstable material along the edge of the excavation. They had the area graded back to prevent anything from falling into the trench while work was underway.
• A company pipefitter identified steel pipe being moved without a tag line. The issue was corrected on the spot and proper controls were put in place.
• At a compressor station, the crew identified a leak in the slurry dump pit and paused trench work to assist in securing the area. They supported plant personnel by spotting equipment and helping maintain a safe workspace.
• When asked to pressure test a 1” plastic gas line to 150 psi, the crew double-checked material ratings and found the pipe was only rated for 96 psi. The plan was adjusted to safely isolate the system until a regulator could be installed.
• A new hire parked a trailer too close to an excavation edge. The situation was used as a coaching moment, the equipment was moved, and expectations around safe distances were reinforced.
• A crew member identified a missing safety pin on an air hose Chicago fitting before sandblasting operations began. The pin was replaced before pressurizing the line and discussed the importance of safety pins/whip checks.

To our crews, we thank you for taking the time to STOP – THINK – ACT – REVIEW. You are preventing accidents and injury.