White Paper highlights gas distribution stakeholders’ critical role in damage prevention
Author: Erika Lee, Vice President, Strategic Initiatives & Programs
CGA recently published the new 2022 White Paper, new White Paper, “Natural Gas: Leading the Damage Prevention Industry,” which points to the natural gas sector’s influential position in the damage prevention industry and shares actions that all stakeholders can take to drive damages down.
CGA’s Natural Gas White Paper consolidates the major themes from the natural gas research into four key takeaways:
- Natural gas distribution stakeholders are deeply engaged in damage prevention and can expand what they perceive as their central role in the industry.
- Shifting the focus to internal processes and programs is more likely to drive immediate industry-wide improvements.
- Improving locating through greater emphasis on mapping and fair contracts could help advance U.S. damage prevention as a whole.
- Seizing opportunities to increase investments in technology will be critical to reducing damages to natural gas facilities.
The full White Paper is available to all CGA members here. Learn more about CGA’s reports, including past White Papers focused on locators and excavators, by visiting the CGA website.
2023 CGA Conference Call for Proposals due on Nov. 1
Author: Khrysanne Kerr, VP of Marketing and Outreach
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Presenting an educational session at the 2023 CGA Conference & Expo provides an opportunity to build your professional network and participate in developing the future of damage prevention. Whether presenting as an individual or as part of a panel, industry leaders want to learn from you! Case studies, new and proven technologies, as well as experiences and lessons-learned, will all make for engaging content.
Submission Types:
Presentations: (typically 45 minutes/one hour)
- Share topics of interest, lessons learned, and case studies focused on the impact to damage prevention. Presenters are typically individuals and often provide ways to actively engage the audience. (Maximum four presenters)
Optional opportunities will be available should your session not be selected, such as:
Moderated Roundtable Discussions: (typically 60 minutes)
- Showcase a variety of perspectives and insights about a specific topic. The moderator is responsible for facilitating the discussion while encouraging audience questions and contributions and framing in a manner that will help attendees apply lessons learned.
Panels: (Typically 60 minutes)
- Discussions about a specific topic amongst a selected group of panelists who share differing perspectives on a clearly defined topic. These groups of experts will build on their co-presenter’s narrative offering thought-provoking insight and encouraging audience interaction.
CGA Engage Stage:
- Where complex industry challenges intersect with innovative industry solutions! This format will showcase our most forward-thinking damage prevention partners addressing challenges brought forth by CGA membership via the CGA Engage platform. Bringing our exhibit floor to life as exhibitors will have the opportunity to provide case studies, cutting-edge technology solutions and proven data via this moderated forum.
Submission Deadline:
Submit your proposal by Nov. 1 for consideration. All submissions are vetted and reviewed by the CGA Conference Advisory Panel comprised of industry leaders of CGA stakeholder groups and Conference management. Applicants will be notified of accepted/denied status by Nov. 30.
If you have a staff member or colleague that would be great for this opportunity, please encourage them to step forward and submit a proposal as well.
Please note, all speakers are responsible for their own Conference registration and travel arrangements.
Click here for the call for proposals FAQ. For all other questions related to proposals, email lisao@commongroundalliance.com. For questions related to the Conference, email conference@commongroundalliance.com.
Video series highlights how stakeholders can help make 811 system more efficient
Author: Erika Lee, Vice President, Strategic Initiatives & Programs
To highlight the critical role that each damage prevention stakeholder group plays, CGA’s Educational Programs & Marketing Committee is creating a series of videos and supporting materials designed to inform each stakeholder group how they can more effectively use 811 to streamline the entire process. The first video in the series focuses on what excavators can do to help make the 811 system more efficient.
Key recommendations for excavators highlighted in the video include tips for providing more accurate and complete information on a ticket and ways to reduce the quantity of ticket requests to lessen the burden on the 811 center.
The video can be used by damage prevention stakeholders to inform excavators of their key role in the 811 process and the simple changes they can make to help the system run more efficiently and effectively for all involved. Along with the video, the Educational Programs & Marketing Committee created supporting materials, including infographics, Facebook post examples and more, that can be used to further reach excavators with these important messages. Visit call811.com/excavator to download the video and supporting materials.
The Educational Programs & Marketing Committee is continuing to develop additional videos that address effective use of 811 for each stakeholder group. Stay tuned for the next topic in the series, which will cover the role of facility owner/operators in an efficient 811 system.