Lighthouse Focus on Behavior: PPE
Lighthouse Focus on Behavior: PPE
One of the behavior Lighthouse observers look for during observations is the appropriate use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment). We’ve noticed an uptick in PPE marked as unsafe, so we wanted to provide some reminders. PPE is crucial in keeping you safe. There are four areas of your body you need...
May 2018 Featured Employee: Sean Hawley
May 2018 Featured Employee: Sean Hawley
After receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in Geography 18 years ago at East Carolina University, Sean Hawley travelled the country for eight years as a consultant before joining Greenville Utilities. Sean has now been with GUC for 10 years and is currently a Systems Analyst IV. Throughout his years here...
May 2018 Newsmakers
May 2018 Newsmakers
Service Awards Ralph Langley / 30 years Gas Systems Crew Leader II Ralph Langley recently celebrated 30 years of service with GUC. He supervises a crew of four while installing gas mains for different projects. He and his crew run a variety of equipment, including the directional borer, which bores...
Barrier Removed: Bioxide Chemical Feed
Barrier Removed: Bioxide Chemical Feed
During an observation on the influent structure at the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), employees noted that high levels of hydrogen sulfide were present. This hazardous gas is colorless, flammable, and has a “rotten egg” smell. It is produced by the biological breakdown of sulfates and organic...
Electric Heads Back to the Rodeo Field
Electric Heads Back to the Rodeo Field
For the second time this year, a team of Electric Department employees traded hard hats for cowboy hats, this time at the 57th Annual North Carolina Association of Municipal Electric Systems (NCAMES) Lineman’s Rodeo in Morganton, NC, on May 17th. Public power teams from around the state competed in...