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Damage prevention coordinators take the 811 message throughout the state

Perhaps you’ve wondered how the Mississippi 811 Damage Prevention Coordinators Bill Rutledge, Henry Greer, Jerry Kennemur, and Phil Davis fill their days.

Sam Johnson, Mississippi 811 President, recently reported to the board of directors that through the end of September 2009, more than 18,000 contacts had been made.

The Coordinators contact industry professionals through the DPCC meetings established across the state and through the various conferences and conventions that Mississippi 811 has supported over the years. He stated that often there was more than one conference going on across the state and at such times, the four split up so that Mississippi 811’s message could be presented to the maximum number of interested parties.

Additionally, the four Coordinators were actively involved in the pipeline safety presentations held throughout Mississippi. Their involvement was to ensure that all in attendance was familiar with the current law and to offer assistance to all stakeholders.

The Coordinators were also responsible for conducting more than 85 safety/training meetings. These meetings are available for any group in the state. To have one of the Damage Prevention Coordinators conduct a safety session for your group, just give them a call.

Helping one another is what it is all about. Give them a call and set up a training session with your organization.