Construction Safety Research Alliance

This year, we had the honor of presenting the Ellen Quinn Distinguished Service Award to Paul Duke CSP, CHST of Holder Construction for contributions that transcend the ordinary and exemplify the highest standards of excellence and dedication within the CSRA community. This award is reserved for those individuals who go above and beyond the call of duty, and whose unwavering commitment and dedication inspire us all. Paul has brought on board new members and opened doors to countless prospects, expanding our network and enriching our community with diverse perspectives and talents. He has generously volunteered his time and expertise to collect data for multiple projects; even for those he was not on!  His contributions have served as a catalyst for growth and innovation within our organization. Thank you for everything, Paul!

We are excited to announce the recipients of the CSRA Safety Leadership Award: Ryan Edgerton, CRSP, of Pembina Pipeline Corporation Pipeline Corporation, and Guy Hairfield, of California Resources Corporation. This award recognizes their exceptional leadership throughout the High-Energy Controls research project. This innovative project introduced many novel research approaches—most notably encouraging participants to dress up and role-play, immersing themselves in the intricate details of tasks that currently lack direct controls. Ryan and Guy led from the front, keeping the team energized and focused as they worked to establish, develop, and refine the rules for Alternative Controls. They also skillfully guided the team through rigorous noise experiments, validating the effectiveness of these new controls. Their contributions were truly outstanding, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to both Ryan and Guy for their high-energy leadership and dedication to this groundbreaking project!

At this year’s CSRA Safety Summit, we were proud to present Doug Rosenthal, MS, CSP, ARM, PHR, of ORION with a CSRA Safety Leadership Award—and yes, the "What the HECA" T-shirts he gifted to the entire team were a hit! Jokes aside, Doug has been an instrumental member of the Safety ROI research team, contributing in countless ways. From supporting data collection efforts to providing invaluable mentorship to CSRA students Arnaldo Bayona and Evan Stoddard during their site visits, Doug consistently went above and beyond to help the team achieve its ambitious goals. The ROI project demanded a tremendous amount of effort and collaboration, and Doug’s contributions—both figuratively and literally—did much of the heavy lifting. Thank you, Doug, for being an exceptional teammate, mentor, and collaborator. Your dedication has made a lasting impact on this project and the entire CSRA community!

We are proud to recognize Vince Chapa of Primoris Pipeline Services as a recipient of the CSRA Safety Leadership Award. Vince played a pivotal role in the Safety ROI research project, the most data-intensive initiative ever undertaken by CSRA, providing invaluable support that enabled the team to achieve its ambitious goals. In addition to his contributions to the Safety ROI project, Vince lent his expertise to the High-Energy Controls research project this year, actively participating in the STKY Challenge. He also went above and beyond to support Arnaldo Bayona and Yaqoob Raheemy, CSRA students conducting field data collection, ensuring they had the resources and guidance needed to succeed. Thank you, Vince, for your exceptional leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to advancing safety research and collaboration!  

We are grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of this year’s CSRA Safety Summit. From speakers and panelists to attendees in the room and those tuning in virtually from all over the globe. Your engagement made this event a milestone in fostering collaboration and advancing safety research. We've been watching the flood of posts, photos, and insights shared by community members and have not been able to keep up and thank everyone, but please be assured that your enthusiasm and support not only inspire us but also amplify the impact of this important work. A key pillar of our mission is openness. Our work is open source, which means it thrives through collaboration and shared dissemination, beyond our membership. We encourage everyone to continue spreading knowledge, sharing ideas, and getting involved in expanding the reach and application of the insights shared at the CSRA Safety Summit. Curious to learn more? Please contact us: CSRA.Admin@colorado.edu #CSRASafetySummit #ConstructionSafety #EliminatingSIFs

CSRA November 2024 Newsletter https://wix.to/KJkUlMx

So good to be back HOME⛰️🦬! What an incredible experience at the Construction Safety Research Alliance Safety Summit in Boulder! It was a privilege to host, speak, and connect with so many like-minded safety professionals, academics, and innovators. The summit was packed with groundbreaking research, dynamic conversations, and valuable feedback that challenged our perspectives and inspired new ideas. A huge shoutout to the amazing speakers, organizers, and participants who shared in our vision to eliminate serious injuries and fatalities. Compliments to our exceptional CSRA Leadership team Matthew Hallowell, Ayleen Perez, Fred Sherratt, Siddharth Bhandari and Alexandra Nowak for their incredible work and dedication in making this event a reality. Here’s to continuing the momentum, learning, and collaboration. Let’s make safety smarter, together!

CSRA Board of Advisors Vice Chair Mike Quashne, CSP, CUSP, PMP of Luminace will be closing day one of the 2024 #CSRASafetySummit and announcing this year's award winners.

Also presenting with the Mental Health Crisis research team at the #CSRASafetySummit is Nadina Holca of EllisDon. Do not miss the opportunity to learn about the team's findings. Registration is FREE and are all welcome.

We are happy to welcome Todd Dinesen, CSP of Matrix Project Services to the #CSRASafetySummit stage. Todd worked on both phases of the Mental Health Crisis research and will be sharing the team's findings on day 1 of the summit. Registration closes soon! Register today!