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5 tips for a safe harvest

Electrical safety during harvest season requires vigilance and proactive measures. Follow these tips to reduce the risk of electrical accidents.

  1. Maintain at least a 10-foot distance from power lines when operating equipment like grain augers, elevators and other tall machinery.
  2. Use a spotter to navigate safely around power lines and other electrical equipment.
  3. Ensure all farm workers are trained on electrical safety procedures.
  4. Regularly inspect all electrical equipment and machinery for signs of wear and damage.
  5. Keep first aid kits and emergency contact numbers in an easily accessible location.

 

 

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Dawson PPD rate increase to go in effect April 1

February 18, 2020 - Dawson Public Power District will have an average two percent rate increase across all rate classes effective April 1, 2020. The vote for approval was made at the Dawson PPD Board Meeting on February 12. The District has invested more than $135...

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Q & A with Electrical Engineer, Cole Brodine

Q & A with Electrical Engineer, Cole Brodine

What kind of projects do you work on? Since we are a small utility, I work on a lot of different things. It includes line design, both distribution and transmission, regulatory requirements like our spill protection plan and PCB removal plan, evaluating line equipment...

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Celebrating Engineering Week

Celebrating Engineering Week

Engineers week is February 16-22. These professionals are changing the world all the time with creative, practical solutions for things that matter. At Dawson PPD, we are proud to have an entire department dedicated to the engineering profession. The Engineering...

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