Operations at the Des Moines International Airport Fire Department (Photos submitted by Hunter Taplin)
All set up in Iowa and running firetrucks through for PFAS treatment. (Photos submitted by Hunter Taplin)
Taplin recently partnered with KVCC’s Wind Turbine Technician Academy to transport and recycle turbine blades that were dismantled as part of their nationally accredited training program. The waste blades were hauled to an out-of-state facility where they’re be recycled and used in concrete mix (Photos submitted by Mike Taplin)
From the desk of Steve
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“After careful review of many products, we have purchased the Samsara cameras and monitoring devices you now see in the vehicles and on the equipment The cameras are installed on the tractors, roll-offs and will soon be installed on all the sewer cleaning equipment We will slowly expand the number of vehicles that are equipped with cameras There are two cameras on each unit, one facing forward and one back towards the driver. Several of us, including me, are notified when certain things are detected – looking down at a cell phone or other components of distracted driving. Our intent is not to watch you drive but rather be made aware if there are issues with your driving and using your cell phone while driving is an issue.
This technology is used by many companies, including one of our competitors As I spoke with one of their managers, I became sold on Samsara
I want to be clear We won’t be playing little games here This is serious stuff with serious consequences If you think you are just going to cover up the camera, don’t I cannot believe that grown men would play such silly games while they call themselves professionals and navigate a large vehicle through traffic. Your safety and that of the public is paramount. By using your cell phone while driving you are ignoring everything we stand for relative to safety.”
Some beautiful sunrise photos at Cornwall Dam (Photos submitted by Max Shaw)
Jack Fowler Division: RS Field Tech
Irshad Martin Division: IS Foreman
Douglas Wagner Division: UI Locator
Eric Molski Division: IS Laborer
Carl Rowdy Division: IS Foreman
Torrell Patterson Division: UI Locator
Dan Predl Division: RS VP of Remediation
Moroni Labaron Division: IS Driver
Kayla Johnson Division: Marketing Kayden Mangvilay Division: UI Field Tech
Rick Lockridge Division: UI Operator
Joanne Vosburg Division: Firetruck Services
September Safety Awards
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Valerian Sharp Division: UI Combo Operator FOCUS
Iron sharpens iron Iron sharpens iron
As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.
Proverbs 27:17
To Everyone:
I’ve notice lately in my travels that the use of Cell Phones by other drivers have increased dramatically Even school bus drivers Lucky no kids were on the bus It is illegal for the driver in the state of Michigan for the driver to be holding a cell phone and driving I have attached a video that hope everyone will take the time to watch. It certainly can be a wake up call on what can happen using a cell phone.
Let’s make it a safe trip every trip.
Keith
How Fleet Dash Cams Benefit Drivers
Protection from false claims: Commercial vehicles are frequently targeted in "crash-for-cash" insurance fraud schemes With dash cam footage, fleets can provide indisputable proof that an incident was not the driver's fault. Supports insurance claims: Video evidence can expedite the claims process by quickly establishing what happened and who was at fault. This can save money in legal fees and prevent wrongful blame from falling on the driver The "silent witness": The camera provides an objective, reliable record of events. This eliminates "he said, she said" scenarios, as human recollection of accidents is often unreliable. Risk reduction: Dash cam systems with advanced features can provide real-time alerts to drivers about risky behaviors like speeding, following too closely, or distracted driving. This encourages safer habits, which reduces the chance of an accident.
Additional Benefits
Decreased costs: Studies cited by WEX and the National Institutes of Health have shown a dramatic reduction in crash frequency and costs associated with accidents after implementing dash cams Some fleets even see a decrease in insurance premiums.
Event-based recording ONLY: Many dash cams only save and upload footage when a specific event (like harsh braking) is triggered, avoiding continuous monitoring and ensuring driver privacy when not actively on the job
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Systems are eventbased, meaning they only upload footage when a trigger event like harsh braking or an accident occurs
Advanced AI-based cameras capture and analyze driving habits, enabling companies to confidently recognize all the good driving habits –which comprises most of the drive time - as well as addressing safety concerns
Non-event footage stored locally less than 4 days, then overwritten/deleted
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A nice write-up from the State of Michigan about the Plainwell Dam project completion.
