Specializing in the Electric Utility Industry

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Summary of Electrical Utility Construction, Safety, and Training Expertise With over 36 years of comprehensive experience in the electric utility industry, I specialize in providing forensic analysis for accident investigations and expert witness services in electrical utility matters. My hypotheses and opinions are developed using a rigorous, scientific forensic analysis and investigation process. I hold the Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) credential, which is particularly beneficial in cases involving electrical utility-related fires and explosions. My career has progressed from certified Journeyman Lineman to various upper-level corporate management positions, including Project Manager, Division Manager, District Manager, National Director of Training, and Director of Safety and Training. This breadth of experience enables me to offer informed guidance on legal matters related to personal injury, property damage, electric utility fire ignition, utility system maintenance, construction standards, OSHA and NESC standards, and regulatory compliance. I have served as a subject matter expert in numerous legal cases, depositions, and expert opinions across multiple states. Additionally, I have provided Cal/OSHA expertise, authored amendments to the California Safety Manual and the Code of Safe Work Practices (“The Red Book”), and contributed subject matter knowledge on transmission and distribution practices as well as adult education under the Electrical Transmission & Distribution OSHA Strategic Partnership. As a member of "Task Team II," I worked in collaboration with industry leaders to develop continuing education programs for electrical linemen and other utility professionals. My specialties include high-voltage electric construction, workplace safety, safe work methods, federal and state OSHA compliance, technical instruction, and training. I am adept at accident investigations, root-cause analysis, and incident reconstruction for cases involving crane tip-overs, underground utility dig-ins, property damage, circuit interruptions, wildfire ignition, and electrical injuries. My extensive training experience allows me to simplify complex topics for legal proceedings, educating the court, the trier of facts, and the jury effectively.