The Pipeline Association of the Northwest (PANW) is comprised of pipeline operators in Idaho, Oregon and Washington that are dedicated to promoting public safety by helping to train emergency responders and public officials on how to respond to pipeline emergencies and coordinate efforts with pipeline operators. Click here to request training for your organization.
If you have questions about joining PANW or PANW Trainings, please contact us via e-mail at PANW@pipelineawareness.info or reach out to a member of the Executive Committee listed below. Click here to download the organization Bylaws.
President
Jason Comer
Williams NW Pipeline, Eastern Washington
Jason.Comer@williams.com
(509) 380-6578
Vice President
Jordyn Petersen
MDU
Jordyn.Petersen@mdu.com
(208) 377-6000
Secretary / Treasurer
Cheryl McGrath
Puget Sound Energy
cheryl.mcgrath@pse.com
(206) 604-3221
Charles R. DeBell - Lead Trainer
Charles has been a training instructor with Pipeline Association of the Northwest (PANW) since 2016. He brings an extensive amount of knowledge, experience, and personal interaction to his training workshops. As a dynamic trainer, Charles has designed and implemented safety trainings utilizing his experience with a strong focus on safety as an essential element based on real life experiences and outcomes. He focuses his training classes to engage attendees to resolve scenarios with purpose and decisive results.
Company
Seattle Fire Department (SFD) 2001 – Present
Fire Fighter, Hazmat Technician
Education
George Fox College Bachelor of Science, Biology
Jason H. Rickey - Trainer
Jason began as a training instructor with Pipeline Association of the Northwest (PANW) in 2022. Jason brings over 25 years of hazmat technician experience and 30 years as a firefighter to his work with PANW. Jason is an experienced instructor, training professionals nationwide in hazardous materials incident mitigation and management, hazardous materials incident command, and more. Additionally, he has experience in the rail industry, bulk flammable liquids firefighting, foam operations, and fire service hydraulics.
Jason’s current position outside of the PANW is Captain/Deputy Fire Marshal at Central Pierce Fire and Rescue, Pierce County, WA. Duties include overseeing shift deputy fire marshals, commercial inspections, investigations, and the department’s Hazardous Materials Management Program (HMMP) for commercial occupancies. During his off time, Jason enjoys scuba diving and sailing in the Pacific Northwest.
Company
Graham Fire and Rescue/PCFTC
1996-present
Education
Central Washington University
Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine