Many companies in the United States measure their success by benchmarks known as key performance indicators (KPIs) - most commonly revenue growth, profit margin, and labor productivity. Best practices state that KPIs must be clear,...
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Facility managers should review safety practices often to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. A safety, health, and environmental audit assesses an organization’s ability to protect against occupational injuries, illnesses, property damage, and negative environmental impacts...
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The discovery and harnessing of electricity changed the world more than any other invention. Unfortunately, electricity can be a serious workplace hazard, potentially causing severe employee injuries and property damage. In the United States, one...
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In the Beginning 1973 was an extraordinary time in my life; my family and I moved to Atlanta and started our new adventure. A big part of that adventure was starting work at Patterson &...
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Once Upon a Time at P&D In 2018, Patterson & Dewar Engineers (P&D) was struggling with the same concerns many companies encounter as they expand: how do you retain the culture that made you a...
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When OSHA launched the first-ever National Emphasis Program (NEP) on heat hazards in April of this year, the Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc. Safety & Health Services Team was way ahead of the curve. In...
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Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc. is pleased to announce it has been selected as one of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s 2022 Top Workplaces for the second consecutive year. The list is based solely on employee feedback...
Read MoreHilton Mills, HP&D grounding specialist, was presenting at a technical conference about best practices for testing substation grounding systems. During his presentation, he stated that after a ground grid is freshly installed, it will take…
PSMJ Resources, Inc. has recognized Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc. as a 2021 Circle of Excellence firm. PSMJ’s exclusive Circle of Excellence recognizes successfully managed firms based on 13 key performance indicators that demonstrate outstanding…
Hood Patterson & Dewar (HP&D), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc., is pleased to announce its new office in the Phoenix area, located at 1525 North Hayden Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale, Arizona….
Who doesn’t love to spend a day at the beach, the lake, the river, or the pool? We all do! But, before you dive in, it’s important to exercise caution and stay safe in and…
Substation Engineer Blake Dicus grew up riding bikes, playing basketball, and exploring the rivers and waterfalls around Sparta, Tennessee. With a population of less than 5,000, it’s a place where everyone knows your name. So,…
Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc. (P&D) is pleased to announce it has been selected as one of the Atlanta Journal Constitution’s 2021 Top Workplaces. The Top Workplaces list is based solely on employee feedback collected…
Ground Grid Design & Soil Electrical substations are built across the country, comprising a wide range of dimensions and voltages from 4.16kV up to 500kV. These substations are subject to electrical faults, of which 80%…
The word of the year for 2020 is “unprecedented” – and it applies in more ways than one. As the world reeled from setbacks, Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc., pushed forward with an unprecedented year….