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Metering I Program
April 5, 2023 @ 8:00 am - April 6, 2023 @ 2:45 pm EDT
In direct response to members’ feedback, NEPPA announced a completely revitalized Metering Program in 2020. As the Program continues to evolve, we encourage members and students to provide their honest feedback on the program. NEPPA’s Metering I Program will be held April 5 -6, 2023 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road, Littleton, MA 01460).
NEPPA’s Metering I Program is designed to be an introduction to the fundamentals of meter equipment and safety. The Program will introduce how meters are used as an integral part of the distribution system and why their accurate and efficient readings are critical to a utility’s success.
Who Should Attend
Metering I is designed for:
- New or Transitioning Meter Technicians
- Lineworkers
- Supervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments
Location
NEPPA Training Center
200 New Estate Road
Littleton, MA 01460
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate a foundational/introductory knowledge of meter use, demand and digital vs. analog meters.
- Practice hands-on safe installation and removal of a meter
- Calculate and demonstrate the safe measurement of electricity
- Recognize meter theft, revenue protection controls, and how to safely install service and conduct inspections.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of net metering, demand metering and reverse metering.
- Accurately identify faulty equipment and troubleshoot solutions
Prerequisites
Students are expected to participate in the Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations course, or have a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts, theory and mathematics.
Registration
Registration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary or other restrictions, please note them on your registration.
| Members: | $935 |
| Non-Members: | $1,440 |
Lodging
Lodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate:
Courtyard by Marriott Littleton
January 1 – April 30, 2023 – $142/night + tax
May 1 – October 31, 2023 – $169/night + tax
November 1 – December 31, 2023 – $142/night + tax
102 Constitution Avenue
Littleton, MA 01460
(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Power
The Boxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax
242 Adams Place
Boxborough, MA 01719
(978) 263-8701
The Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center
Jan 1 – March 31, 2023 – $105/night + tax
April 1 – Oct 31, 2023 – $125/night + tax
Nov 1 – Dec 31, 2023 – $105/ night + tax
219 Littleton Road
Westford, MA 01886
(978) 692-8200
SpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $149/night + tax
27 Andrews Parkway
Devens, MA 01434
(978) 772-3030
Hilton Garden Inn Devens – $149/night + tax
59 Andrews Parkway
Devens, MA 01434
(978) 772-0600