O'Connell's HPI Training

HUMAN PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT TRAINING (HPI)

This summer O'Connell embarked on a company-wide journey to improve the safety and performance of each O’Connell Electric employee by kicking off a comprehensive development program built around the fundamentals of human performance improvement (HPI). While we are proud of the safety and performance record we have built over the years at OCE, there is no doubt that the safety and performance of each employee must remain a primary focus for all of us. We continue to work through the foundational training for HPI with all employees of OCE. As of October 1, nineteen sessions have been held presenting the principles of HPI to over 900 attendees. HPI helps evaluate the gap between what we had hoped to accomplish and the actual outcome to find the causes of error. Considering the individuals, work environment and tasks being completed, as well as the human error traps that exist around us, OCE employees will be able to use the tools taught to help predict and prevent errors. The HPI principles, traps, and tools apply to all of us and can help to relieve stress and improve efficiency and communication. Future training and continued development of the HPI program have already begun with additional training dates planned, Toolbox Talks being distributed, and role-specific training being developed. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to our trainer, Michael Callanan Ed.D., for all of his efforts and guidance as we build on our commitment to the HPI concepts and methods. Mr. Callanan is a prominent industry consultant, Adjunct Professor at The George Washington University, and Director of the NEXT Academy, a leadership development academy developed by the Western PA Chapter of NECA.

HP HOOD PROCESSING PLANT

O'Connell Electric has been supporting HP Hood for four consecutive years, at times with 30-40 electricians. We added on three medium voltage breakers in the plant-owned 115 kV switchyard that O’Connell built back in 2012, five medium voltage transformers, five sets of switchgear and several distribution centers and panels. The plant has added nine filling lines that process everything from lactose free milk, almond milk, iced coffee, and flavored creamers. In between all of our construction that we've completed, we also supported the plant with everything from engineering their electrical needs to maintenance support. DIVISION: Rochester Construction

PROJECT MANAGER: Rich Maher

FOREMAN: Jeff Matthews, LU 86