BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NEPPA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NEPPA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://neppa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NEPPA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034750 CREATED:20230717T130406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T130407Z UID:10000262-1700553600-1700568000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 2A - 2C DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers hoisting Continuing Education and Test Prep classes for: \n> Hoisting 1B-1D: hoisting machines\, i.e. cranes and bucket trucks\n> Hoisting 2A-2C: digging machines\, i.e. excavators and backhoes \nPer mandated requirement\, all classes are scheduled for 4 hours. These classes are for both\, continuing education (to renew the license) and the test prep (to prepare for the test to receive a brand-new license). \nONLY test prep attendees are NOT required to attend the full 4 hours of class. \nStudents attending classes for continuing education will need to bring their hoisting license for verification and will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each class. If the hoisting license is not brought to class for verification\, or if the license has been expired for more than a year\, the certificate will not be issued. In this case\, you will have to take the test again. Those who attend for the test prep will receive information to study for the test. \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Schedule*\nHoisting classes are scheduled to be held quarterly at the NEPPA Training Center\, however dates are subject to change and may be cancelled if there is lack of interest. \nHoisting Training is also offered @Your-Site. Please indicate your preference on the registration form. \n1B-1D Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 14\, 2023July 11\, 2023November 14\, 2023 \n2A-2C Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 21\, 2023July 18\, 2023November 14\, 2023 \n* To request a 2D Hoisting Class\, contact NEPPA at (978) 540-2200. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees\nRegistration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion.\n\n\n\nMembers:\n$75\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$150\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n If you are looking to hold Hoisting Training @Your-Site\, please be sure to select “1B-1D Hoisting: @Your-Site” or “2A-2C Hoisting: @Your-Site” on the registration form. \nClasses scheduled @Your-Site are subject to the same per person and minimum class size as other 3-hour @Your-Site Training Sessions: \n          NEPPA Members (Utility & Affiliate) \n$75 perperson\, minimum $675 (i.e. 9 participants) \nNon-Members \n$150 per person\, minimum $1\,350 (i.e. 9 participants) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Instructors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Safety & Technical Trainer \n Dan Flynn has been a safety trainer with Northeast Public Power Association\, since September 2018 after retiring from Wakefield Municipal Gas and Light Dept with more than a 40 year career in public power. \nDan started in the electric meter department in the 1970’s and worked his way through the electric line department as a lineman/line foremen and his last position as the electric department superintendent. Some of Dan’s responsibilities covered construction\, maintenance\, and safety of the electric line division. Dan continues to maintain his 1B/2A Mass. hoisting license and a Mass. Class A Driving license. \nDan is a lifelong resident of Wakefield\, MA where he lives with his wife Alayne of 39 years they have two adult children. \nHe says “It is a privilege to continue to be involved with the public power industry in New England to give back any knowledge I’ve acquired over these many years.”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging 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: \nCourtyard by Marriott LittletonJanuary 1 – April 30\, 2023 – $142/night + taxMay 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $169/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $142/night + taxRate code:  BZL102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public Power \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference CenterJanuary 1 – March 31\, 2023 – $105/night + taxApril 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $125/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $105/night + tax219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200 \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $149/night + tax27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $149/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/hoisting-2a-2c-2-2/2023-11-21/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Hoisting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hoisting-1B-1C_-2A-2C-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034750 CREATED:20230110T192910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T153336Z UID:10000248-1699970400-1699974000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Tactical Tuesday: Block Energy: Autonomous Community Energy Systems DESCRIPTION:Block Energy: Autonomous Community Energy Systems\n \n \n \n \n \n   \nPresenter:  Gary Oppedahl\, Vice President\, Emerging Technologies \n \n Register Now URL:https://neppa.org/event/tactical-tuesday-15/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:Tactical Tuesday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Tactical-Tuesday-lll-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034750 CREATED:20230214T160522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T160523Z UID:10000119-1699948800-1700240400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year III DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-iii-3/2023-11-14/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-Revised-2.3.23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034750 CREATED:20230111T155539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T160035Z UID:10000255-1699948800-1699963200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 1B - 1D DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers hoisting Continuing Education and Test Prep classes for: \n> Hoisting 1B-1D: hoisting machines\, i.e. cranes and bucket trucks\n> Hoisting 2A-2C: digging machines\, i.e. excavators and backhoes \nPer mandated requirement\, all classes are scheduled for 4 hours. These classes are for both\, continuing education (to renew the license) and the test prep (to prepare for the test to receive a brand-new license). \nONLY test prep attendees are NOT required to attend the full 4 hours of class. \nStudents attending classes for continuing education will need to bring their hoisting license for verification and will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each class. If the hoisting license is not brought to class for verification\, or if the license has been expired for more than a year\, the certificate will not be issued. In this case\, you will have to take the test again. Those who attend for the test prep will receive information to study for the test. \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Schedule*\nHoisting classes are scheduled to be held quarterly at the NEPPA Training Center\, however dates are subject to change and may be cancelled if there is lack of interest. \nHoisting Training is also offered @Your-Site. Please indicate your preference on the registration form. \n1B-1D Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 14\, 2023 July 11\, 2023 November 14\, 2023  \n2A-2C Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 21\, 2023 July 18\, 2023 November 14\, 2023  \n* To request a 2D Hoisting Class\, contact NEPPA at (978) 540-2200. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees\nRegistration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion.\n\n\n\nMembers:\n$75\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$150\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n If you are looking to hold Hoisting Training @Your-Site\, please be sure to select “1B-1D Hoisting: @Your-Site” or “2A-2C Hoisting: @Your-Site” on the registration form. \nClasses scheduled @Your-Site are subject to the same per person and minimum class size as other 3-hour @Your-Site Training Sessions: \n          NEPPA Members (Utility & Affiliate) \n$75 perperson\, minimum $675 (i.e. 9 participants) \nNon-Members \n$150 per person\, minimum $1\,350 (i.e. 9 participants) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Instructors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Safety & Technical Trainer \n Dan Flynn has been a safety trainer with Northeast Public Power Association\, since September 2018 after retiring from Wakefield Municipal Gas and Light Dept with more than a 40 year career in public power. \nDan started in the electric meter department in the 1970’s and worked his way through the electric line department as a lineman/line foremen and his last position as the electric department superintendent. Some of Dan’s responsibilities covered construction\, maintenance\, and safety of the electric line division. Dan continues to maintain his 1B/2A Mass. hoisting license and a Mass. Class A Driving license. \nDan is a lifelong resident of Wakefield\, MA where he lives with his wife Alayne of 39 years they have two adult children. \nHe says “It is a privilege to continue to be involved with the public power industry in New England to give back any knowledge I’ve acquired over these many years.”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging 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: \nCourtyard by Marriott LittletonJanuary 1 – April 30\, 2023 – $142/night + taxMay 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $169/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $142/night + taxRate code:  BZL102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public Power \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference CenterJanuary 1 – March 31\, 2023 – $105/night + taxApril 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $125/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $105/night + tax219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200 \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $149/night + tax27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $149/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/hoisting-1b-1d-3/2023-11-14/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Hoisting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hoisting-1B-1C_-2A-2C-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T110000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034750 CREATED:20221109T202059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T061953Z UID:10000193-1699520400-1699527600@neppa.org SUMMARY:NEPPA Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION:Littleton\, MA   \nFor more informtion please contact the NEPPA office at (978) 540-2200. \n  \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/neppa-board-of-directors-meeting-4/ CATEGORIES:Board of Directors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/NEPPA-BOD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034750 CREATED:20221103T162314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T185902Z UID:10000201-1699344000-1699635600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year II DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-ii/2023-11-07/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-1-3-RR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034750 CREATED:20230919T153137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231031T224755Z UID:10000296-1699344000-1699538400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Metering II Program DESCRIPTION:Metering II Program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA’s Metering II Program is designed to build upon the introductory concepts of Metering I. Metering II explores advanced application of concepts\, how to apply theory in practice and understand system design elements and equipment. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, including a final exam\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda.\n \n \n \n \n \n WHO SHOULD ATTEND\nThis course is designed for: \n\nIntermediate or transitioning Meter Technicians\nLineworkers\nSupervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments \n\n\nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\nUpon completion of the program\, participants will be able to successfully: \n\nDemonstrate a foundational knowledge of how electricity is measured through meters.\nPractice advanced applications of meter installations and measurements.\nApply advanced programming\, testing and design concepts to real-world applications.\nDevelop a system design that demonstrates a deep understanding of the system’s configuration.\nRecognize applicable standards and specifications such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).\nDemonstrate an understanding of meter multipliers.\nTest the impacts of metering on billing and revenue protection.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n COURSE PREREQUISITES\nStudents are expected to have completed NEPPA’s Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations and Metering I programs\, and/or demonstrate a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts\, theory and mathematics through prequalification testing. \nTESTING\nThis Program includes a Final Exam to demonstrate comprehension of the material (25 Questions). \n \n \n \n \n \n SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS *\nIn addition to the student binder with module printouts\, students are provided with the following supplemental materials: \n\nProgram T-Shirt\nCalculator\nMeter Socket Checks Handbook\nPocket Guide to Watthour Meters\n\n* Materials will be provided for participants who have not already received equipment in other programs. \n \n \n \n \n \n COURSE DATES & LOCATION\nMetering II will be held November 7 – 9\, 2023 in-person at NEPPA’s Training Center: \nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include supplemental materials\, a program t-shirt\, printed student materials and lunch each day. \nMembers: $1\,390 \nNon-Members: $2\,160 \nTo register\, please click the button below and complete your registration online. \n\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda.\n \n \n \n \n \n INSTRUCTOR\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tim Richardson\n P.E\, Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tim Richardson joined NEPPA in September of 2019 and has been an asset to the training team. Tim has a long history working in the electric utility industry\, Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007.  There he served in many management capacity including General Manager. \nMost recently\, Tim has worked as Principal of Fundy Power Services\, LLC. and at Consulting Engineers Group prior to that.  Tim brings a wealth of both technical and safety expertise to the organization and applies his expertise of both in a n easy-to-understand and easy-to-learn approach. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n LODGING\nLodging 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: \n Click here for hotels in the area. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUESTIONS?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/metering-ii/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Metering II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-Metering-II-16x9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20221103T162314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T185902Z UID:10000109-1698739200-1699030800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year II DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-ii/2023-10-31/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-1-3-RR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230214T171107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T171146Z UID:10000272-1698739200-1698940800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Public Power Utility Program (PUMP) - Session II DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to offer the Public Utility Management Program (PUMP) again in 2023.  The (PUMP) begins in April and ends in November. It features 6 days of in-person training sessions and new this year two additional 1/2-day-virtual sessions\, The in-person sessions will be held on April 11 – 13 and October 31 – November 2\, 2023 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460).  Each of these 3-day session will include information on leadership challenges\, best practices\, knowledge/skill/behavior development\, and practical applications. The virtual sessions will be held on June 1\, 2023 and September 14\, 2023. Each ½-day virtual session will cover additional presentation content that is of interest to the participants\, along with application of learning with coaching and sharing of experiences based on individual learning plan objectives and assignments. \nPUMP is a robust course of study and interaction which covers a variety of management\, leadership\, and operations disciplines necessary for leaders of Public Power\, today and in the future.  Due to the extremely interactive nature of this training experience\, class size is limited. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, participants will have gained 39 Professional Development Hours\, a Certificate of Completion and special recognition for completing the Program.\n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nTo help position public power to address the growing number of retirements and position changes in the industry\, PUMP is designed for anyone who wants to learn what it takes to be an effective leader including: \n\nGeneral Managers\nGeneral Foremen\nAssistant General Managers\nSupervisors\nManagers or Team Leads\nAspiring Leaders\n\nThe Program is designed to address varying levels of experience and perspectives\, from utilities of varying sizes and complexities. Participants may have significant management experience and responsibilities\, be individual contributors with oversight\, or individuals expected to rise into management in the future.\n \n \n \n \n \n What makes PUMP different? \nNow in its 31th year\, PUMP is the only program of its kind in New England. Participants have a unique opportunity to learn\, grow and network with colleagues from around the region as they hone their skills and knowledge in a thorough\, interactive professional development.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person and Virtual Sessions & Agenda \nThe 6-Day Program is split into two sessions\, held in April and October. \nThe 2-Virtual half day sessions will by June and September \nClick here to download the detailed agenda. \n  \nProgram Objectives\nThe Public Utility Management Program is designed to accomplish the following objectives: \n\nProvide an overview of leadership philosophy and key leadership concepts\, specifical for Public Power organizations.\nEnable participants to better understand their own leadership styles\, strengths and limitations to support ongoing learning and development\nBuild competencies that encourage leadership development in a diverse work environment\nDevelop specific knowledge\, skills and practices around Public Power including utility operations\, finances\, and management.\nHelp participants build and sustain cultures of safe and effective operations.\nUnderstand and build awareness around trends\, technologies\, challenges and changes that impact the utility of the future.\nCreate an interactive learning environment that supports practical application of concepts and uses real-world utility examples.\nEnsure transfer and application of learning to an on-the-job setting.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Topics Covered \nThe following topics will be covered in the Program: \n\nOverview of the Electric Utility Industry\nLocal Public Power System\nFinancial Management\nIntroduction to Leadership\nSelf-Awareness\nOrganization Awareness\nCharacter\nCommunity\nEmpowerment\nService\nCustomer Relations\nSustainability\nStrategic Planning\nGovernance\nDelivering Value to Your Organization as a LeaderThe following topics will be covered in the Program:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \nDue to the extremely interactive nature of this training experience\, class size is limited. Registration fees include coffee and lunch\, all Program materials\, supplemental assignments\, certificates and special recognition. \nMembers: $3\,095 \nNon-Members: $4\,975 \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, March 28\, 2023 or two-weeks prior to the start of the Program. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to Session I.\n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nThese in-person training sessions will be held at: \nNEPPA Training Center\n200 New Estate Road\nLittleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth L. (Betsy) Aylun\, PhD\n Executive Management Consultant \n Dr. Betsy Aylin is an experienced executive and organization consultant with deep expertise in organization effectiveness and leadership development through experience in a broad array of industries\, including more than 20 years work with utilities. \nBetsy has over 25 years domestic and international experience working with organizations on strategic and business planning\, organization change\, leadership and management development\, and building human resource capabilities. She specializes in helping leaders set direction\, build strong work teams\, and drive results. Betsy provides coaching and consultation on such organizational issues as structure\, culture change\, succession planning\, workforce planning\, leadership and management development\, and performance improvement. She has designed and facilitated corporate strategic and business planning processes and a range of leadership and management development programs for domestic and international audiences.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n R. John Miner\, P.E.\n Predident & Principal Consultant \n John is President and owner of Collaboration Unlimited and Collaborative Learning\, Inc. since 1995 and has worked as a management consultant since 1987\, providing services to clients in the electric\, water\, wastewater and communications utility industries. He lives and works out of Austin\, Texas and Cedar\, Michigan. \nJohn consults with utilities throughout the United States in a wide range of areas related to business strategy\, governance\, performance management\, organizational development\, and technical operations. He is nationally known and respected for his subject area knowledge of utility enterprises and his skills as a consultant and facilitator. John is often called on to organize and lead governing board and executive management retreats as well as guide management and employee work teams and interventions aimed at resolving specific performance problems. \nJohn works with governing boards on policy and strategy development\, executive recruitment and executive evaluation. He has also conducted numerous organizational and management reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of and recommend changes to existing organizational structures\, work processes and practices\, and support facilities and equipment. John has delivered management and technical education programs for organizations throughout the U.S. and in six overseas locations.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging 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: \nCourtyard by Marriott Littleton\nJanuary 1 – April 30\, 2023 – $142/night + tax\nMay 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $169/night + tax\nNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $142/night + tax\n102 Constitution Avenue\nLittleton\, MA 01460\n(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public Power \n  \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax\n242 Adams Place\nBoxboro\, MA 01719\n(978) 263-8701 \n  \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center\nJanuary 1 – March 31\, 2023 – $105/night + tax\nApril 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $125/night + tax\nNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $105/night + tax\n219 Littleton Road\nWestford\, MA 01886\n(978) 692-8200 \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $149/night + tax\n27 Andrews Parkway\nDevens\, MA 01434\n(978) 772-3030 \n  \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $149/night + tax\n59 Andrews Parkway\nDevens\, MA 01434\n(978) 772-0600\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/public-power-utility-program-pump-session-ii/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:PUMP ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2023-PUMP-Event-Banner-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T163000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230911T175204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T125517Z UID:10000292-1698148800-1698165000@neppa.org SUMMARY:IT Roundtable DESCRIPTION:IT  RoundtableOctober 24\, 2023 (12:00 pm – 4:30 pm) | Wylie Inn and Conference Center (295 Hale Street\, Beverly\, MA 01915)\nAgenda \n\nThe agenda is being finalized and is therefore subject to change.\n12:00 pm      Registration and Lunch \n12:45 pm      Welcome & Scope of I.T. Roundtable Meetings \nMichael Hyland\, Executive Director\, NEPPA \n1:00 pm       Attendee Introductions \n1:45 pm       Roundtable Discussion  \n                   Issues Identification and Discussion \n\nmobile device management due to COVID\nspam filtering\ncybersecurity\n\nemployee training\ndocumentation\n\n\n empowering field workforce\n\n3:00 pm       Break  \n3:15 pm       Roundtable Continued \n4:00 pm       Next Meeting Discussion \n5:00 pm    Welcome Reception  \n  \nAdjourn \n  \n\n \n Click Here for printable Agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nMembers:  $50.00\nNon-Members:  $75.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Don’t hesitate to call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/it-roundtable/ LOCATION:Wylie Inn and Conference Center\, 295 Hale Street\, Beverly\, 01915\, United States CATEGORIES:Roundtables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/IT-Round-2023-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20221103T155339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T185354Z UID:10000101-1698134400-1698426000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year I DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year/2023-10-24/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-1-3-RR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230828T170959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T171025Z UID:10000291-1698134400-1698415200@neppa.org SUMMARY:2023 Substation II Program DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to be offer Substation II Program.   \nSubstation II Program will continue to be held 4-days/week for 4 weeks/year. NEPPA’s Substation II Program is designed to build upon the foundations learned in the Substation I Program\, and focus on the principles of substation design\, construction\, operations and maintenance. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, field visits and tours of different installations\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION DATES & HOURS\nClasses are held Tuesday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; and Fridays 8:00 am – 11:00 am. \nEach Friday of the session will consist of a virtual review of the week’s material and online testing. Students should plan to attend classes in-person at the Training Center Tuesday – Thursday\, and join the session(s) remotely on Friday. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nDATES: \nSession I: September 5 – 8\, 2023 Session II: September 19 – 22\, 2023 Session III: October 10 – 13\, 2023Session IV: October 24 – 27\, 2023  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information and to Register click here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUESTIONS?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/2023-substation-ii-program-4/ CATEGORIES:Substation II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-Substation-II-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230809T130005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T192931Z UID:10000284-1698134400-1698339600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Energy Connect Conference (formerly Customer Service Conference) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s 2023 Energy Connect Conference (formerly Customer Service\, Credit & Collections Conference) will be held October 24 – 26\, 2023 at The Wylie Inn and Conference Center (295 Hale Street\, Beverly\, MA 01915).  Join your professional colleagues for 2 day of educational sessions\, roundtables\, networking\, sponsor exhibits\, and more! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For More information click here URL:https://neppa.org/event/energy-connect-conference-formerly-customer-service-conference/ CATEGORIES:Customer Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-ECC-16.9-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20221103T155339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T185354Z UID:10000100-1697529600-1697821200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year I DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year/2023-10-17/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-1-3-RR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20221216T143556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T174043Z UID:10000213-1697529600-1697554800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to continue offering a 1-day basic and technical prerequisite course for anyone looking to attend technical programs or to gain a basic understanding of electrical theory\, concepts and mathematic principles. \nNEPPA’s Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations course is scheduled to be held twice  this year on March 14 & October 17\, 2023 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460) as part of the first day of two other technical programs. \nBasic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations is designed to be an introduction to the electrical concepts and mathematic principles needed to understand electricity and electrical equipment. This course is a foundational level course that is a basis for additional course work in specific disciplines such as substation\, overhead lines and metering. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nBasic Electricity & Mathematics is designed for: \nAll field operations personnel including: \n>Meter Technicians>Lineworkers>Substation Technicians>Customer Service or Office Personnel looking to understand the product they sell every day>Supervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments or disciplines \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nThis 1-day\, in-person training will be held at: NEPPA Training Center 200 New Estate Road Littleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \n\nPractice and solve mathematic problems used in electrical power measurements\nDemonstrate a basic understanding of electrical theory including electricity and magnetism\nAbility to differentiate between how DC and AC circuits function\nExplain the difference and interconnection of generation\, transmission and distribution of electricity\nDemonstrate an understanding of energy and demand\, and the difference between Kw and Kwh\nAbility to recognize the utmost importance of electrical safety\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n Agenda details are subject to change. \n 8:00 am Welcome & Introductions8:15 am Module 1: Basic Electricity9:45 am Break10:00 am Module 2: Basic Mathematics11:30 am Lunch12:00 pm Module 3: Electric Power & Energy1:00 pm Module 4: Electrical Safety1:30 pm Module 5: Power System Overview3:00 pm Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites There is no prerequisite for Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations. This course is a basic\, foundational course for NEPPA’s technical training programs. \n \n \n \n \n \n RegistrationRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary or other restrictions\, please note them on your registration. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$275\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$565\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations Cancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, February 28\, 2023 or October 3\, 2023 (or two weeks prior to the start of the class)\, respectively. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the class. \n \n \n \n \n \n Instructor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tim Richardson\, P.E. \n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tim Richardson joined NEPPA in September of 2019 and has been an asset to the training team. Tim has a long history working in the electric utility industry\, Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007.  There he served in many management capacity including General Manager. \nMost recently\, Tim has worked as Principal of Fundy Power Services\, LLC and at Consulting Engineers Group prior to that. \nTim brings a wealth of both technical and safety expertise to the organization and applies his expertise of both in an easy-to-understand and easy-to-learn approach. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging 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: \nCourtyard by Marriott Littleton – $137/night + tax102 Constitution Avenue\, Littleton\, MA 01460(978) 540-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Power \nThe Boxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $89/night + tax219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center –January 1 – March 31\, 2022 – $99/night + taxApril 1 – October 31\, 2022 – $119/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2022 – $99/night + tax219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200 \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 Click here to make your reservation online \n \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=ORHDCGI&corporateCode=N3003696 \n          Negotiated Rate ID: 3003696  \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/basic-electricity-and-mathematics-for-utility-operations/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/2023-BEM-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230110T192714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T173734Z UID:10000247-1696946400-1696950000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Tactical Tuesday - Employee Safety - Protecting your most important assets! DESCRIPTION:Topic:  Employee Saftey – Protecting your most important assets!\n \n \n \n \n \n   \nPresenter:  Terry L Choate\, Jr.\, CEO & President\, Blue U Defense \n \n Register Now URL:https://neppa.org/event/tactical-tuesday-14/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:Tactical Tuesday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Tactical-Tuesday-lll-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230828T170843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T170905Z UID:10000290-1696924800-1697205600@neppa.org SUMMARY:2023 Substation II Program DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to be offer Substation II Program.   \nSubstation II Program will continue to be held 4-days/week for 4 weeks/year. NEPPA’s Substation II Program is designed to build upon the foundations learned in the Substation I Program\, and focus on the principles of substation design\, construction\, operations and maintenance. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, field visits and tours of different installations\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION DATES & HOURS\nClasses are held Tuesday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; and Fridays 8:00 am – 11:00 am. \nEach Friday of the session will consist of a virtual review of the week’s material and online testing. Students should plan to attend classes in-person at the Training Center Tuesday – Thursday\, and join the session(s) remotely on Friday. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nDATES: \nSession I: September 5 – 8\, 2023 Session II: September 19 – 22\, 2023 Session III: October 10 – 13\, 2023Session IV: October 24 – 27\, 2023  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information and to Register click here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUESTIONS?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/2023-substation-ii-program-3/ CATEGORIES:Substation II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-Substation-II-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231006T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20221207T170259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T190956Z UID:10000126-1696320000-1696611600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year IV DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-iv-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-1-3-RR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230913T181730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T182439Z UID:10000294-1696320000-1696514400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Underground Residential Distribution Program (URD) DESCRIPTION:****NEW Program****\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA’s Underground Residential Distribution (URD) Program will be held October 3 – 5\, 2023\, at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for more information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/underground-residential-distribution-program-urd/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Underground Residential Distribution (URD) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-URD-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231002T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230914T153521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T155213Z UID:10000295-1696237200-1696251600@neppa.org SUMMARY:General Foreman Roundtable DESCRIPTION:2023 General Foreman RoundtableOctober 2\, 2023 (8:30 am – 1:00 pm) | NEPPA Training Center\n\nNEPPA will be having a General Foreman’s Roundtable\, Monday\, October 2\, 2023 hosted by NEPPA.   \n Agenda \n\n\nThe agenda is being finalized and is therefore subject to change.\n8:30 am       Coffee & Baked Goods Available \n9:00 am       Welcome & Scope of GF RT Meetings  Anthony Calascibetta\, CUSP NEPPA Director of Safety & Training \n9:15 am       Introductions  Facilitator:  Ralph Bellavance\, Mansfield Municipal Electric Department \n9:45 am       The Importance of Documenting Job Briefs (Pre & Post) \n                                        Presentation: Anthony Calascibetta\, CUSP NEPPA Director of Safety & Training \n10:15 am      Break  \n10:30 am \nNEPPA Apprenticeship Training – Developing the Next Generation of Lineworkers. What type of Mindset is Needed? \n\nBe willing to learn.\nHave a good work ethic.\nEnjoy working outside in all conditions.\nHave attention to detail.\nEnjoy working in a team and helping others.\nUnderstand that linework is more than “just a job.”\n\nFacilitator:  Ralph Bellavance\, Mansfield Municipal Electric Department \n11:15 am      Open Discussion  Facilitator: Ralph Bellavance \nNoon  Lunch and Next Meeting Discussion \n1:00 pm       Adjourn \nClick here for printed agenda  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RegistrationMembers:  $50.00Non-Members:  $75.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Don’t hesitate to call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/general-foreman-roundtable-3/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Roundtables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-GF-RDT-16.9-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230329T140851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T142929Z UID:10000277-1695803400-1695819600@neppa.org SUMMARY:General Manager / Leadership Roundtable DESCRIPTION:2023 General Manager / Leadership Roundtable\nSeptember 27\, 2023 (8:30 am – 1:00 pm)  | Reading Municipal Light Department\, 230 Ash Street\, Reading\, MA 01867\nNEPPA is pleased to announce we will be offering a In person General Manager Roundtable on Wednesday\, September 27th beginning at 8:30 am. \n\nAgenda \nThe agenda is being finalized and is therefore subject to change. \n8:30 am  Coffee and Breakfast Pastries \n9:00 am  Welcome & Introductions \n9:15 am   Topics to be discussed:  TBD \n10:30 am Break \n10:45 am Roundtable Discussion  \n12:00 pm Lunch \n1:00 am Adjourn \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration fees include coffee\, baked goods and lunch. \nNEPPA Member:  $50Non- Members:  $75 \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \nQuestions? \nPlease contact communications@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2207. URL:https://neppa.org/event/general-manager-roundtable-2/ LOCATION:Reading Municipal Light Department\, 230 Ash Street\, Reading\, MA\, 01867\, United States CATEGORIES:Roundtables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/GM-RD-9.27.23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230929T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230214T160522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T160523Z UID:10000118-1695715200-1696006800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year III DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-iii-3/2023-09-26/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-Revised-2.3.23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230718T125628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T120505Z UID:10000283-1695632400-1695740400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Program DESCRIPTION:NEPPA has partnered with Robert J. Awkward\, Ph.D.\, Framingham State University\, in a high caliber supervisory and leadership training in-house for the Supervisory Skills Program. \nDr. Awkward will take participants through the Cycle of Performance Change process to create an environment that allows transformation to happen. \nIn Dr. Awkward Supervisory Skills program\, participants are constantly reflecting on how utilizing the skill or tool would positively impact themselves and their organization. From the very beginning\, participants are encouraged to identify the changes they desire and\, more specifically\, the behaviors they are seeking to change or improve. They are then asked to imagine the specific results they will achieve because of these new behaviors. \n2023 NEPPA Supervisory Skills Program Agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nThis program is designed for: \n>General Managers >Directors>Supervisors>Team Leaders>Emerging Leaders>Project Managers \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Overview \nThe Supervisory Skills Program is designed to equip existing and emerging leaders with the tangible skills to better manage themselves\, their teams\, and their organization. \nThis live\, instructor-led program will be presented in two – 6-hours  sessions being held September 25 – 26 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm each day. Participants begin the Program gaining a deeper understanding of themselves and how to communicate and lead throughout an organization. And teaching some core values of Accountabilty\, Communication\, and Respect. \nTopics include: \n\nSelf-Awareness\nThe Four Main Duties of a Supervisor\nDelegating and Holding People Accountable\nThe Importance of Copmmunicating Effectively\nBuilding Trust\, Credibility & Respect\nMotivational Theories\nCoaching as a Form of Communication\nCreating High-Performance Te4ms\nReal-life Scenarios\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nTo register\, please visit the Program’s page at neppa.org. Upon completion of the Program\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from NEPPA. \nRegistration fees are as follows:NEPPA Members $545Non-Members $795 \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation Policy\nCancellations are accepted until Monday\, September 4th  (or three weeks prior to the start of the class). Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the class. \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/supervisory-skills-program/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Supervisory Skills Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/SSP-cal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20221208T125101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T173705Z UID:10000208-1695196800-1695211200@neppa.org SUMMARY:@ Your-Site Virtual Training - APPA Safety Manual: Part 2 DESCRIPTION:APPA Safety Manual:  Part 2\n \n \n \n \n \n September 20\, 2023  |  Virtual (8:00 am – 12:00 pm)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nAt NEPPA\, we are committed to helping our members enhance their safety awareness and develop effective training and risk management programs to better prepare and protect their organizations and employees.  \nAs part of our commitment to our members to provide high-quality technical and safety training we are pleased to continue to offer live\, instructor-led  Virtual Training sessions\, to review the latest updates. \nVirtual – Session Schedule & Length \nThese updates will be covered in (2) 4-Hour sessions.  All sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 4-Hours which includes time for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nVirtual APPA Safety Manual updates (17th edition)4-Hour training  (8:00 am – 12:00 pm)Dates are subject to change \nRegistration Fees: \nNEPPA Member:  $75 per personNon-Member:  $150 per person \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n To register up to 5 participants\, please click the button below to complete the form. To process a bulk registration of more than 5\, please email training@neppa.org. \nOnce NEPPA receives and processes your registration\, participants will receive an auto-generated email with unique login credentials to access each of the individual sessions. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW  \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-training-appa-safety-manual-part-2/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/@Your-Site-Virtual-Banner-Less-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230828T170652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T170716Z UID:10000289-1695110400-1695391200@neppa.org SUMMARY:2023 Substation II Program DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to be offer Substation II Program.   \nSubstation II Program will continue to be held 4-days/week for 4 weeks/year. NEPPA’s Substation II Program is designed to build upon the foundations learned in the Substation I Program\, and focus on the principles of substation design\, construction\, operations and maintenance. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, field visits and tours of different installations\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION DATES & HOURS\nClasses are held Tuesday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; and Fridays 8:00 am – 11:00 am. \nEach Friday of the session will consist of a virtual review of the week’s material and online testing. Students should plan to attend classes in-person at the Training Center Tuesday – Thursday\, and join the session(s) remotely on Friday. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nDATES: \nSession I: September 5 – 8\, 2023 Session II: September 19 – 22\, 2023 Session III: October 10 – 13\, 2023Session IV: October 24 – 27\, 2023  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information and to Register click here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUESTIONS?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/2023-substation-ii-program-2/ CATEGORIES:Substation II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-Substation-II-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20221208T124730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T173800Z UID:10000207-1695110400-1695124800@neppa.org SUMMARY:@ Your-Site Virtual Training - APPA Safety Manual: Part 1 DESCRIPTION:APPA Safety Manual:  Part 1 \n \n \n \n \n \n September 19\, 2023  |  Virtual (8:00 am – 12:00 am)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nAt NEPPA\, we are committed to helping our members enhance their safety awareness and develop effective training and risk management programs to better prepare and protect their organizations and employees.  \nAs part of our commitment to our members to provide high-quality technical and safety training we are pleased to continue to offer live\, instructor-led Virtual Training sessions to review the latest updates. \nVirtual – Session Schedule & Length \nThese updates will be covered in (2) 4-Hour sessions.  All sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 4-Hours which includes time for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nVirtual4-Hour sessions  (8:00 am – 12:00 pm)Dates are subject to change \nRegistration Fees for Virtual Training APPA Safety Manual (17th edition) \nNEPPA Member:  $75 per personNon-Member:  $150 per person \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n To register up to 5 participates\, please click the button below to complete the form. To process a bulk registration of email training@neppa.org. \nOnce NEPPA receives and processes your registration\, participants will receive an auto-generated email with unique login credentials to access each of the individual sessions. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW  \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-training-appa-safety-manual-part-1/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/@Your-Site-Virtual-Banner-Less-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230214T173936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T173942Z UID:10000274-1694683800-1694696400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Public Power Utility Program (PUMP) - Virtual Session DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to offer the Public Utility Management Program (PUMP) again in 2023.  The (PUMP) begins in April and ends in November. It features 6 days of in-person training sessions and new this year two additional 1/2-day-virtual sessions\, The in-person sessions will be held on April 11 – 13 and October 31 – November 2\, 2023 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460).  Each of these 3-day session will include information on leadership challenges\, best practices\, knowledge/skill/behavior development\, and practical applications. The virtual sessions will be held on June 1\, 2023 and September 14\, 2023. Each ½-day virtual session will cover additional presentation content that is of interest to the participants\, along with application of learning with coaching and sharing of experiences based on individual learning plan objectives and assignments. \nPUMP is a robust course of study and interaction which covers a variety of management\, leadership\, and operations disciplines necessary for leaders of Public Power\, today and in the future.  Due to the extremely interactive nature of this training experience\, class size is limited. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, participants will have gained 39 Professional Development Hours\, a Certificate of Completion and special recognition for completing the Program.\n \n \n \n \n \n What makes PUMP different? \nNow in its 31th year\, PUMP is the only program of its kind in New England. Participants have a unique opportunity to learn\, grow and network with colleagues from around the region as they hone their skills and knowledge in a thorough\, interactive professional development.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth L. (Betsy) Aylun\, PhD\n Executive Management Consultant \n Dr. Betsy Aylin is an experienced executive and organization consultant with deep expertise in organization effectiveness and leadership development through experience in a broad array of industries\, including more than 20 years work with utilities. \nBetsy has over 25 years domestic and international experience working with organizations on strategic and business planning\, organization change\, leadership and management development\, and building human resource capabilities. She specializes in helping leaders set direction\, build strong work teams\, and drive results. Betsy provides coaching and consultation on such organizational issues as structure\, culture change\, succession planning\, workforce planning\, leadership and management development\, and performance improvement. She has designed and facilitated corporate strategic and business planning processes and a range of leadership and management development programs for domestic and international audiences.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n R. John Miner\, P.E.\n Predident & Principal Consultant \n John is President and owner of Collaboration Unlimited and Collaborative Learning\, Inc. since 1995 and has worked as a management consultant since 1987\, providing services to clients in the electric\, water\, wastewater and communications utility industries. He lives and works out of Austin\, Texas and Cedar\, Michigan. \nJohn consults with utilities throughout the United States in a wide range of areas related to business strategy\, governance\, performance management\, organizational development\, and technical operations. He is nationally known and respected for his subject area knowledge of utility enterprises and his skills as a consultant and facilitator. John is often called on to organize and lead governing board and executive management retreats as well as guide management and employee work teams and interventions aimed at resolving specific performance problems. \nJohn works with governing boards on policy and strategy development\, executive recruitment and executive evaluation. He has also conducted numerous organizational and management reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of and recommend changes to existing organizational structures\, work processes and practices\, and support facilities and equipment. John has delivered management and technical education programs for organizations throughout the U.S. and in six overseas locations.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/public-power-utility-program-pump-virtual-session-2/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:PUMP ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2023-PUMP-Event-Banner-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230110T192535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T173119Z UID:10000246-1694527200-1694530800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Tactical Tuesday - Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining DESCRIPTION:Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining\n \n \n \n \n \n Steps in negotiating a Union Contract: From Proposals to Acceptance\nPresenter:  Dr. Art Graziano\, Human Capital Consultant \n \n Register Now URL:https://neppa.org/event/tactical-tuesday-13/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:Tactical Tuesday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Tactical-Tuesday-lll-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20221103T162314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T185902Z UID:10000108-1694505600-1694797200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year II DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-ii/2023-09-12/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-1-3-RR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T034751 CREATED:20230828T163912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T170518Z UID:10000285-1693900800-1694181600@neppa.org SUMMARY:2023 Substation II Program DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to be offer Substation II Program.   \nSubstation II Program will continue to be held 4-days/week for 4 weeks/year. NEPPA’s Substation II Program is designed to build upon the foundations learned in the Substation I Program\, and focus on the principles of substation design\, construction\, operations and maintenance. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, field visits and tours of different installations\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION DATES & HOURS\nClasses are held Tuesday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; and Fridays 8:00 am – 11:00 am. \nEach Friday of the session will consist of a virtual review of the week’s material and online testing. Students should plan to attend classes in-person at the Training Center Tuesday – Thursday\, and join the session(s) remotely on Friday. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nDATES: \nSession I: September 5 – 8\, 2023 Session II: September 19 – 22\, 2023 Session III: October 10 – 13\, 2023Session IV: October 24 – 27\, 2023  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information and to Register click here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n QUESTIONS?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/2023-substation-ii-program/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023-Substation-II-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR