David Chislea, Director, Gas Safety and Operations Division, Michigan Public Service Commission
William "Bo" Bohannon, Education and Outreach Liaison, OKIE811, Oklahoma One-Call System, Inc.
Derek Chan, Manager, Data Analytics and Operations, Canadian Gas Association

 

The Damage Prevention Professional Certification (DPPC) is being developed with diverse, direct industry input to create a clear, credible pathway to professionalizing damage prevention. A summer sector-wide survey gathered input on three key areas: core-level courses, continuing professional development, and learning pathways. Those results shaped an in‑person workshop at the Global 811 Summit in Nashville, and together they’re informing the emerging framework and model.

At the Town Hall, our panelists will explore core‑level topics that ranked highly in the survey, most notably safety culture, a priority across all roles. Their perspectives will help illuminate how the DPPC can strengthen competency, consistency, and professional identity throughout the industry.
 
The DPPC is guided by an Advisory Council of senior leaders and supported by a growing Community of Volunteers. We look forward to seeing you at the virtual Town Hall and sharing more about the work underway and what comes next for the DPPC.