Cross Marine Projects (CMP) was contracted to perform an underwater structural inspecon of the DMAD and onsite reservoir intake structures from December 14-16. The purpose of their visit was to help IPSC assess the condion of these structures and determine the suitabil- ity for connued use as part of the new NGCC facility. CMP inspected all of the exposed con- crete and steel at both locaons. They also walked out, under the ice, into the DMAD intake channel to inspect the retaining walls and sediment catch basin. Although there is quite a bit of sediment buildup, both structures appear to be in generally good condion with only minor defects discovered. When asked about diving into a frozen lake, the divers said it’s actually not as bad as it sounds. The coldest that water can be is 32 degrees, so with insulated clothes beneath a dry suit, it is similar to going outside on a 32 degree day. Based out of Utah, CMP proudly claims the tle of diving in the coldest water on Earth, which is the Great Salt Lake. Due to the salt content, the water temperature in the Great Salt Lake is able to drop below that of ocean wa- ter in the Arc Circle. To address the number one queson that was asked about the inspecon—the only life that was seen in the Onsite Reservoir was a small fish no bigger than six inches. However, the di- vers were constantly being slapped by fish aracted to their brightly colored dive vests and the fresh food being churned up from the newly disturbed sediment. PUBLISHER EMILY HANSON EDITOR JEFF GEORGE IPSC Bulletin Diving Inspection By: Andrew Dutson 4th Quarter 2020 Inside this Issue Rerees 2 Rerees—Cont./ New Hire 3 Fire Brigade Training 4 Tube Leak/Where’s Ippy? 5 Honor Roll Report 6
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Cross Marine Projects (CMP) was contracted to perform an underwater structural inspection of the DMAD and onsite reservoir intake structures from December 14-16. The purpose of their visit was to help IPSC assess the condition of these structures and determine the suitabil-ity for continued use as part of the new NGCC facility. CMP inspected all of the exposed con-crete and steel at both locations. They also walked out, under the ice, into the DMAD intake channel to inspect the retaining walls and sediment catch basin. Although there is quite a bit of sediment buildup, both structures appear to be in generally good condition with only minor defects discovered.
When asked about diving into a frozen lake, the divers said it’s actually not as bad as it sounds. The coldest that water can be is 32 degrees, so with insulated clothes beneath a dry suit, it is similar to going outside on a 32 degree day. Based out of Utah, CMP proudly claims the title of diving in the coldest water on Earth, which is the Great Salt Lake. Due to the salt content, the water temperature in the Great Salt Lake is able to drop below that of ocean wa-ter in the Artic Circle.
To address the number one question that was asked about the inspection—the only life that was seen in the Onsite Reservoir was a small fish no bigger than six inches. However, the di-vers were constantly being slapped by fish attracted to their brightly colored dive vests and the fresh food being churned up from the newly disturbed sediment.
P U B L I S H E R E M I L Y H A N S O N E D I T O R J E F F G E O R G E
IPSC Bulletin
Diving Inspection By: Andrew Dutson
4th Quarter 2020
Inside this
Issue Retirees 2
Retirees—Cont./
New Hire
3
Fire Brigade Training 4
Tube Leak/Where’s
Ippy?
5
Honor Roll Report 6
4th Quarter 2020 Issue Page 2
RETIREES
Jim Frampton chose to retire in December 2020, rather than work the
rotating shift of Operations any longer. Now he will better fill his days with
grandkids, working in his shop, hunting rabbits, and riding his side-by-side on
the Fillmore mountain.
After an HVAC career of over 20 years (working with his dad), Jim was hired at IPSC in 2001. First spending
some time with the Laborer group. Jim later jumped at the opportunity to work in Operations for the re-
mainder of his power plant experience. We appreciate Jim’s choice to join IPSC and the Operations Depart-
ment.
Congratulations Jim. Wishing you all the best in your retirement!
Dave Taylor spent most of his childhood in Delta. He graduated from Delta
High School and continued his schooling at Southern Utah State College,
graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Zoology and a minor in Chemistry.
During his time in school, he worked in the heat plant at the college for two
years. The time he spent in Cedar City must have made a big impression on
him because it is still his favorite place to live. Following graduation, he moved back to Delta and worked for
the Steve Regan Co. From there he would accept a job that became a 35 year long career with IPSC.
He was hired in June 1985 as an Operations Trainee, followed with promotions to C Operator in December
1985, B Operator in June 1987, and A operator in January 2001.
Dave was a leader on the crew. He was always willing to assist his coworkers and not afraid of work or
getting dirty while he was at it. His willingness to help, along with 35 years of knowledge, and a great under-
standing of the plant equipment will be thoroughly missed.
With his love of finding and exploring new areas, Dave will have plenty of time to explore on his trips to visit
family. Maybe he can find a new place to live or at least a favorite place to visit. We wish Dave and Una Rae
the best in their future endeavors, which will surely include time with family and friends, along with a few
new adventures. Thank you again for 35 years of dedication.
4th Quarter 2020 Issue Page 3
RETIREES— Cont.
Lyle Hansen started his career at IPSC on June 17, 1985 as a Trainee. His pri-
or experience as a boiler maker, where he had worked at many other power
stations, enabled him to promote quickly through the Maintenance Depart-
ment to Mechanic 1/HP Welder. Lyle’s original plan when he hired on was to
stay 2 years, but 35 years later he was still here. According to Lyle, “There must be something good about
this place. It’s the people you work with that makes a place good and I feel privileged to have worked with
the best. Now it’s time to play.”
Lyle’s career consisted of many boiler tube leak repairs, many years on the backshift, and then he became
the sootblower expert. He maintained and made countless improvements to the sootblowing system. Lyle
is one of those guys who has made this a great place to work as he is one of the best. We all wish him the
very best in retirement. His plans are to travel in his new toy hauler with his side-by-side, running around
playing with his new toy and grandchildren, “At least until we grow up!”
New Hire
We would like to welcome back Nathan Crop. He was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, gradu-
ated from Valley Central High School and continued his education at BYU. His previous
employer was Meers Engineering in Texas where he worked as a Senior Engineer.
Exciting new projects and family have brought him back to Delta.
4th Quarter 2020 Issue Page 4
Fire Brigade Training
Fourteen new C Operators began their fire brigade training on January 4, 2021. Training consisted of forty
hours of PPE, fire ground operations, rope rescue, and handling hazmat incidents. This training gives brigade
members an opportunity to learn the correct way to properly don and care for PPE. They are also given the
opportunity to use and operate equipment.
IPSC purchased a new fire apparatus that enabled the incoming C Operators to train on the new equipment.
Many technological advancements have been made in firefighting equipment and apparatus. This new tech-
nology has improved personnel safety and simplified truck operations. We are excited for our new additions
to the fire brigade and look forward to continued safety and training.
4th Quarter 2020 Issue Page 5
Tube Leak
There was round the clock coverage for the recent tube leak repairs in Unit 2. Maintenance worked
tirelessly in freezing temperatures and miserable conditions to perform high quality required repairs. Six
tubes were replaced due to ruptured tubes or high wear areas. Everyone involved worked together effec-
tively to complete the repairs needed as quickly as possible. Thank you to those crews for their willingness to
come out on a holiday weekend and make it possible for IPSC to return to normal operation.
Where’s IPPY?
Last quarter Ippy was found by the chlorine. Congrats to Rod-Moore for correctly locating it. If you think you know where the location is for the picture on the left and are a current IPSC employee, fill out the form and put it in the box located in the Trainers’ office or e-mail [email protected] with your guess of the location (no phone entries will be accept-ed). The winner will be drawn out of the correct entries and will receive a $25 gift card.
Deadline for entries is March 31, 2021.
WHERE’S IPPY?
Please print (needs to be legible)
Name ____________________________________ D# __________Date __________________