Learning the Dirt with Luis ep 7

In this episode of Digging Deep by OKIE811, hosts M.G. Govia and Luis Rendon catch up on the last 90 days, big outreach wins, and what’s ahead for the rest of the year. From the success of July’s Hispanic Chamber job fair to building momentum for the upcoming Spanish Safety Day in October, they share how OKIE811 is connecting with communities across Oklahoma—both in English and Spanish.

 

Luis talks about his ride-along with USIC, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the locator’s role, challenges in the field, and the importance of clear communication between contractors and locators. M.G. and Luis also discuss the ongoing development of OKIE811’s new Learning Management System, training opportunities, and recent event highlights, including Virtual Safety Day and the ORWA Expo.

 

Whether you’re an excavator, contractor, or safety professional, this episode is packed with updates, event announcements, and insight into how OKIE811 works to keep Oklahoma safe.

 

📅 Highlights include:

Recap of recent community outreach events

Upcoming Spanish Safety Day details

Locator ride-along insights

Virtual Safety Day results

LMS updates and training opportunities

🔗 Resources & Links:

Training & Certification: https://okie811.org/training

Safety Day Info: https://okexcavationsafety.com