Chapter Meetings
The Audubon Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers usually meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 11:30am for a lunch meeting discussing important topics relating to the SH&E field. Meetings (unless otherwise noted) are held at the Casino Aztar Atlantic City Conference Room, located at 421 NW Riverside Drive, Evansville, IN 47708.
The meetings at Casino Aztar have been changed to allow for those who would like lunch to use the buffet in the Temptations Buffet restaurant and bring the food to the conference room. Ice tea and water is provided. The cost is approximately $11.00 (includes gratuity).
If you have any questions about Audubon Chapter meetings, please contact:
- Amanda Kingsbury - 812-867-7421 ext 2294 - akingsbury@flanderselectric.com
- Beth Phelps - 812-867-7421 ext 2261 - bphelps@flanderselectric.com
July 2010 Chapter Meeting
July 20, 2010 - 11:30am - Casino Aztar, Atlantic City Conference Room
Overhead Material Handling Regulations
Presentation by Chad Walker and Scott Lane
Chad will be reviewing plant requirements to conform to OSHA 1910.179 including:
- Periodic Inspections
- Frequent Inspections
- Preventative Maintenance Program
- Monthly Chain, Wire Rope, and Hook
- Qualified Operators
- Slings/Rigging (OSHA 1910.184)
In addition, CMAA Spec 78 (Standards and Guidelines for Professional Services Performed On Overhead and Traveling Cranes and Associated Hoisting Equipment) will be reviewed including:
- Technical Qualifications and Required Training, Crane Technician
- Technical Qualifications and Required Training, Crane Inspector
- Crane Classifications
Chad Walker spent 17 ½ years at AK steel in Ohio. He began his working career in production safety, moved on to equipment operator safety, Maintenance, and general plant safety.
Scott has been with Konecranes for 10 ½ years, He started out as a technician and worked his way through the ranks to his current position of Branch Manager for the Evansville location. Prior to Konecranes, Scott spent 4 years in the Navy as an Aviation Electrician.
Other Chapter Business: Golf Scramble
Casino Aztar
Atlantic City Conference Room
421 NW Riverside Drive
Evansville, IN 47708.
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Agenda:
- 11:30am - Registration
- 11:45am - Announcements
- 12:00pm - Presentation
If you have any questions, please contact:
- Amanda Kingsbury - 812-867-7421 ext 2294 - akingsbury@flanderselectric.com
- Beth Phelps - 812-867-7421 ext 2261 - bphelps@flanderselectric.com
2010 ASSE Audubon Chapter Golf Scramble
Monday, August 9, 2010 - 11:00am - Oak Meadow Golf Course; Evansville, IN
Grab your clubs, hit the links and help support ASSE at our 2010 Golf Scramble! Non-golfers welcomed and encourages! A scramble means a team of four players will shoot from the best ball at each hole. The Scramble registration fee includes lunch, driving range, greens fees, and golf cart. Team and door prizes will be awarded. Bring a guest and promote safety in the workplace!
Oak Meadow Golf Course
11505 Browning Road
Evansville, IN 47725
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For more information, contact Shawn Burns at (8120 306-2879 or shawnburns@berryplastics.com.
- Golf Scramble Flyer (pdf)
- Golf Scramble Sponsorship Letter (pdf)
Upcoming Meeting Schedule
| Date | Topic | Speaker | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 20, 2010 | Overhead Hoists & Cranes: New Standards | Scott Lane, Kone Cranes | Casino Aztar |
| Aug. 9, 2010 | Golf Scramble at Oak Meadow Golf Course | N/A | Oak Meadow Golf Course |
| Sept. 21, 2010 | Safety Audits | August Mack | Casino Aztar |
| Oct. 19, 2010 | Combustible Dust: An Industrial Hygiene Approach - Tour at Kimberly Clark | Pam Dickens, Kimberly Clark | Kimberly Clark |
| Nov. 16, 2010 | Arc Flash: 7 Electrical Safety Habits | Bill Shinn, e-Hazard | Casino Aztar |
| Dec. 21, 2010 | Holiday Party | TBA | TBA |
| Jan. 2011 | Bridging the Generation Gap | TBA | TBA |
Past Meeting Presentations
| Date | Topic | Speaker | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 15, 2010 | Communications: It's More Than Just Words | Janet Campbell, LMHC | Download |
| May 18, 2010 | Revisiting Lead Hazards and New Lead Regulations | Chris Burke | Download |
| Apr. 20, 2010 | Time to Transform: Assessing the Future of the SHE Professional | Stephanie Helgerman, ASSE Region VII VP | Download |
| Oct. 15, 2009 | ASSE Leadership Tips for Safety Professionals and Overview of Chapter Committees | Beth Phelps & Jim Hurtte, CSP | Download |
| July 21, 2009 | Indiana OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) | Michael Gaskill, Indiana Dept of Labor | Download |
| Sept. 16, 2008 | Flanders Electric Wellness Program | Jenny Wakeland, RN, MS | Download |


