WOLF CREEK DAM- RUSSEL COUNTY, KY W912P521D0002
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Overview
The Wolf Creek Dam, located in Russell County, Kentucky, is undergoing a significant rehabilitation project to enhance its structural integrity and operational efficiency. This project is a critical effort to ensure the dam continues to provide essential services, including flood control, water supply, and hydroelectric power generation.
Project Details
- Location: Wolf Creek Dam, Russell County, KY
- Contractor: Reivax Construction
- Role: SSHO (Site Safety and Health Officer)
- Objective: To rehabilitate and upgrade the existing infrastructure of Wolf Creek Dam to improve safety and functionality.
Wolf Creek Dam Background
Wolf Creek Dam is a key infrastructure asset managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. It is one of the largest dams east of the Mississippi River and plays a vital role in regional water management. The dam impounds the Cumberland River, creating Lake Cumberland, which is a crucial water resource for the area.
Scope of Work
- Structural Repairs: Addressing issues such as seepage, concrete deterioration, and foundation stability to ensure the dam’s long-term integrity.
- Hydroelectric Upgrades: Enhancing the dam’s ability to generate hydroelectric power efficiently.
- Safety Improvements: Implementing advanced safety measures and technologies to protect the dam’s structure and the surrounding communities.
Our Role as SSHO
As the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), our responsibilities include:
- Safety Oversight: Ensuring all construction activities comply with safety regulations and best practices.
- Risk Management: Identifying potential hazards and implementing measures to mitigate risks on-site.
- Training and Compliance: Conducting safety training sessions for all personnel and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Emergency Preparedness: Developing and maintaining emergency response plans to handle any incidents swiftly and effectively.
AT A GLANCE
| Project Type | Dams |
|---|---|
| TITAN Role | Site Safety & Health Officer |
| Client | Reivax |
| Completion Date | 12/31/2024 |
SITE SAFETY AND HEALTH OFFICER SCOPE OF WORK
- Conduct daily safety and health inspections, maintaining a log of inspected areas, dates, hazards, corrective actions, and completion dates. Submit daily reports to the QC Manager.
- Conduct mishap investigations, complete accident reports, and report near misses.
- Use and maintain OSHA’s Form 300 to log work-related injuries and post Form 300A on the site safety bulletin board.
- Attend pre-construction, mutual understanding, three-phase quality, and progress meetings.
- Review, approve, implement, and enforce the APP and Accident Hazard Awareness (AHAs) for compliance with EM 385-1-1.
- Maintain applicable safety reference materials on-site.
- Establish and maintain a safety deficiency tracking system.
- Maintain a list of hazardous chemicals and their Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
- Maintain a weekly list of high-hazard activities and be prepared to discuss details during Quality Control Progress Meetings.
