IN BRIEF: other news around the world of Hatch Energy

CSA Gap Study Report

The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) has just released the "Wind Turbine Code Review and Gap Analysis" prepared by Hatch Acres (now Hatch Energy). We were retained by the CSA to conduct a survey of current wind turbine design and installation practice in Canada, and to provide direction to the CSA in the development and updating of standards. The focus was on electrical and building-foundation safety. There was also a technical comparison of international standards. Canadian national codes for the design of wind turbines and related facilities were also studied, with considerations given to Canadian winter-cold and icy conditions. The CSA develops standards that address real needs, such as enhancing public safety and health, advancing the quality of life, helping to preserve the environment and facilitating trade. This is a very important document for our people to have been involved with – and for the betterment of the industry overall.

Safety a top priority for Gary Kinderwater in Calgary

After successfully writing the Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) examination, Gary Kinderwater was awarded his CRSP designation on June 25, 2006. Gary works out of our Calgary office, is the Hatch Energy Corporate Safety Advisor, and is the first CRSP in Hatch Energy. Working with John Ritchie, Hatch Energy Corporate Safety Officer, he will provide safety training, auditing and support to all of the our offices across Canada as well as site-specific training for various clients. Gary has been a part of our team for over 25 years and is a senior civil technologist with more than 29 years experience in project management, construction management, civil and hydraulic design, geotechnical investigation, environmental, cost estimating, contract documentation, scheduling and procurement.

Ontario Power Generation’s Lower Mattagami hydro project

This project involves replacement of the Smokey Falls powerhouse and the addition of new units at the Harmon, Kipling and Little Long powerhouses for a total of 450 MW in new generation capacity. Our project scope includes preparation of preliminary designs and bid documents, and assisting OPG with various environmental issues. Construction begins in 2007.