Kentucky Public Service Commission


Pipeline Strike Response Training

Training DatesLocationRegistration link
April 17, 2025State Fire Rescue Training Facility, 3025 Conrad Lane, Burlington, KY 41005April 17, 2025 Training
May 7, 2025Western-Kentucky University, L.D. Brown Agricultural Exposition Center, 406 Elrod Road, Bowling Green, KY 42104May 7, 2025 Training
May 20, 2025 Ashland Train Depot, 99 15th St. Ashland, KY 41101link coming soon

Details

This event will present a live-response scenario to a natural gas pipeline strike, demonstrating the proper handling procedures by the contractor, utility operator, and first responders. Training will cover Dig Law, locate requests, and damage investigation, followed by discussions with operators and first responders. Free registration and lunch will be provided, along with a drawing for Rhino Hit Kits.

Partners

Kentucky 811, NUCA of Kentucky, Martin Contracting, Duke Energy, Spartan Construction, Columbia Gas of Kentucky, Atmos Energy, and local First Responders

Agenda

  • 08:30 - 09:00
    Registration Check-in
  • 09:00 - 09:15
    Introduction
  • 09:15 - 10:45
    Pipeline Strike Scenario
  • 10:45 - 11:30
    Break, move to training area- Lunch will be served.
  • 11:30 - 12:00
    Underground Facilities Damage Prevention Act Overview- Public Service Commission
  • 12:00 - 12:45
    Locate Request Overview Kentucky 811/One Call Concepts
  • 12:45 - 01:15
    First Responders Discussion
  • 01:15 - 01:45
    Utility Operator Discussion Local Gas Utility Operator
  • 01:45 - 02:15
    Damage Investigation and Hit Kit Training National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) of Kentucky
  • 02:15 - 02:30
    Closing
For any questions or concerns, please email: psc.dmgprevention@ky.gov