BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NEPPA - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20211014T144145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T201542Z UID:10000018-1641978000-1641990600@neppa.org SUMMARY:NEPPA's Customer Service Virtual Roundtable: Breakouts! DESCRIPTION:No conference this year? No problem! Join NEPPA’s Customer Service Subcommittee for a virtual roundtable covering hot topics in the Public Power industry. Members will meet in small groups to share insights into best practices\, discuss current programs and help provide tools for the future! \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend?This course is suitable for anyone new or established in Public Power that works with customers including: \n-General Managers-Business/Office Managers-Customer Service Managers\, Supervisors\, Representatives-Anyone looking to get a better understanding and/or fresh ideas Customer Service \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for printable flyer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\nWednesday\, January 12\, 2022 \n9:00-10:00 am Breakout Round Table Session10:15 – 11:15 am Breakout Round Table Session11:30 – 12:30 pm Wrap-up Webinar (All Participants)12:30 pm Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration fee\nMembers:  $25.00Non-Members: $45.00 \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration NOW Open\n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n CancellationsCancellations are accepted until Wednesday\, January 5\, 2022. Substitutions may be made at any time. \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?Please contact events@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/neppa-customer-service-roundtable/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:Customer Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/CS-RDT-Sq-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210301T130504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T164042Z UID:10000004-1639738800-1639749600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program Graduation DESCRIPTION: URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-graduation/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_5155-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211215T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211215T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210120T182937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T150034Z UID:10000033-1639557000-1639562400@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: Trouble Investigation DESCRIPTION:December 15\, 2021 | Zoom (8:30 am – 10:00 am)\n \n \n \n \n \n At 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\, particularly in the shadows of COVID-19\, we are pleased to continue offering a new series of live\, instructor-led @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions. \nParticipants may register for either an individual session\, for the Spring/Fall Series (8 Session Each) or for the full 2021 Series (16 Total Sessions): \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n@Your-Site Virtual\nPer Session\nSpring Series (8 Sessions)\nFall Series (8 Sessions)\n2021 Series (16 Total Sessions)\n\n\nNEPPA Members\n$45 per person\n$340 per person\n$340 per person\n$660 per person\n\n\nNon-Members\n$90 per person\n$690 per person\n$690 per person\n$1\,380 per person\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n @Your-Site: Virtual – Session Schedule & Length\nAll sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 90-minutes which includes 15-minutes for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \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 the sessions. \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Q: How many @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are offered per year? \nA: For now\, NEPPA is planning to offer a total of 16 @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions in 2021. The per person registration fees are: \n NEPPA Members: $45 per person\, per class\, $340 for each series (8 classes)\, or $660 for the full series (16 classes)\n Non-Members: $90 per person\, per class\, $690 for each series (8 classes)\, or $1\,380 for the full series (16 classes)\n \n Q: How long is each class? \n \nA: Each class is scheduled for a total of 90-minutes which includes a 15-minute\, live Q&A. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions live or pre-recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are live\, instructor-led training sessions. For any registrants unable to participate live\, the sessions are recorded and will be made available after the class. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \nQ: Is this a group registration or do registrants complete class individually? \nA: In order to receive a certificate of completion\, participants need to register for the sessions individually. Certificates of completion only display the registrant’s name. That being said\, you do have the ability to register multiple individuals either one at a time\, or in bulk by submitting a roster to NEPPA. Certificates of completion are only available upon completion of the course. \nQ: Do registrants receive a Certificate of Completion? \nA: At the completion of the course\, registrants will receive an email including a printable Certificate of Completion which includes their name and session title. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants after the program. \nQ: Are there set dates for @Your-Site: Virtual Training\, or do participants login at their own convenience? \nA: Since these are live\, instructor-led sessions\, participants are expected to join according to the schedule once published. Recordings will be made available for anyone unable to join on the specified training date. \nQ: Are the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual recordings still available? \nA: Yes\, NEPPA will continue to process registrations to access the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions of the following topics: \n1 – Switching & Tagging\n2 – Personal Protective Grounding\n3 – Trouble Investigation\n4 – Transformer Review & Connections\n5 – Work Zone Safety\n6 – High Voltage Rubber Gloving \n Contact training@neppa.org to register for and access the 2020 sessions.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Steve Socoby\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, CUSP & Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction) \n Steve has 36 years of hands on experience in all facets of operations\, of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews\, maintenance\, new construction\, reliability and associated plant & sub-station responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance. \nIn his role of Director of Training\, he is responsible for development and quality of safety & technical programs. He also oversees the line-workers’ school and teaches utility management and supervision\, electronic controls and power-line operation programs. \nRecognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda Calderiso\n Trainer\, Certified American Heart Associaiotn & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Linda Calderiso has been a trainer with the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2000 and brings energy and professionalism to all the sessions she teaches. \n As NEPPA’s primary First Aid\, CPR and AED instructor\, Linda is instrumental in ensuring NEPPA members meet their annual requirements in an engaging and fun learning environment.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. Before joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Technical & Safety 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 \n \n Lou Gabriele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Certified American Heart Association & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Lou Gabriele has been a technical and safety trainer with NEPPA for over 20 years. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Lou spent his 30+ year line career with Central Vermont Public Service (CVPS). Prior to being merged with Green Mountain Power\, Central Vermont Public Service Corp. was the largest electricity supplier in Vermont. Its customer base covered 160\,000 people in 163 towns\, villages and cities in Vermont.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scott Larsen\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Scott joined NEPPA in September 2020 and has 32 years of professional experience in the utility industry. Scott retired from his role as the General Line Foreman for Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments in spring 2020. \nHis significant field experience coupled with his passion for safety has made him an excellent addition to NEPPA’s training team. \nWell known for his stellar work with NEPPA’s Lineworkers Rodeo\, Scott is also quite familiar with NEPPA Mutual Aid and has participated in Light Up Navajo. In addition\, Scott serves as an LELWD Commissioner in Littleton\, MA where he resides.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dennis Regele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor \n Dennis has been a trainer for the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2018 and travels throughout the Northeast. \nDennis has a Bachelor’s of Science in Natural Science for Worcester State College\, is married and has 3 sons. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Dennis started his career in the utility industry in 1984 with Massachusetts Electric (now National Grid). He worked his way up from an apprentice lineworker through crew leader and eventually as Line Supervisor and Safety Supervisor. He then moved on to NSTAR (now Eversource) as a Field/Technical Trainer. \nDennis also spent time with Asplundh Utility Line construction as a Regional Safety Supervisor/Trainer and has served as an OSHA Outreach Trainer for the past 12 years. \nIn addition to training for NEPPA\, Dennis is also a part -time instructor at Quinsigamond Community College with the Energy Utility Program. \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\, including as General Manager of Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007. \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 \n \n Thomas (Tom) Succi\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tom has worked in metering in New England for the past 48 years as a meter technician\, instructor\, engineer and manager. He has created instructional programs and taught in the region for most of his career and also ran the meter apprentice training for many years at National Grid as a Principal Trainer. \nHe recently retired as the Supervisor of Meter Test and Engineering at United Illuminating and looks forward to continuing his career as an instructor. Tom holds a BS and an AS in Engineering Technology as well as an advanced certificate in Management from WPI. \nTom and his wife Arlene currently reside in Connecticut. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-trouble-investigation/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-@Your-Site-Virtual-Bannerv2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211214T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210120T182305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T145948Z UID:10000049-1639470600-1639476000@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: Electrical Theory DESCRIPTION:At 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\, particularly in the shadows of COVID-19\, we are pleased to continue offering a new series of live\, instructor-led @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions. \nParticipants may register for either an individual session\, for the Spring/Fall Series (8 Session Each) or for the full 2021 Series (16 Total Sessions): \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n@Your-Site Virtual\nPer Session\nSpring Series (8 Sessions)\nFall Series (8 Sessions)\n2021 Series (16 Total Sessions)\n\n\nNEPPA Members\n$45 per person\n$340 per person\n$340 per person\n$660 per person\n\n\nNon-Members\n$90 per person\n$690 per person\n$690 per person\n$1\,380 per person\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n @Your-Site: Virtual – Session Schedule & Length\nAll sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 90-minutes which includes 15-minutes for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \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 the sessions. \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Q: How many @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are offered per year? \nA: For now\, NEPPA is planning to offer a total of 16 @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions in 2021. The per person registration fees are: \n NEPPA Members: $45 per person\, per class\, $340 for each series (8 classes)\, or $660 for the full series (16 classes)\n Non-Members: $90 per person\, per class\, $690 for each series (8 classes)\, or $1\,380 for the full series (16 classes)\n \n Q: How long is each class? \n \nA: Each class is scheduled for a total of 90-minutes which includes a 15-minute\, live Q&A. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions live or pre-recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are live\, instructor-led training sessions. For any registrants unable to participate live\, the sessions are recorded and will be made available after the class. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \nQ: Is this a group registration or do registrants complete class individually? \nA: In order to receive a certificate of completion\, participants need to register for the sessions individually. Certificates of completion only display the registrant’s name. That being said\, you do have the ability to register multiple individuals either one at a time\, or in bulk by submitting a roster to NEPPA. Certificates of completion are only available upon completion of the course. \nQ: Do registrants receive a Certificate of Completion? \nA: At the completion of the course\, registrants will receive an email including a printable Certificate of Completion which includes their name and session title. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants after the program. \nQ: Are there set dates for @Your-Site: Virtual Training\, or do participants login at their own convenience? \nA: Since these are live\, instructor-led sessions\, participants are expected to join according to the schedule once published. Recordings will be made available for anyone unable to join on the specified training date. \nQ: Are the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual recordings still available? \nA: Yes\, NEPPA will continue to process registrations to access the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions of the following topics: \n1 – Switching & Tagging\n2 – Personal Protective Grounding\n3 – Trouble Investigation\n4 – Transformer Review & Connections\n5 – Work Zone Safety\n6 – High Voltage Rubber Gloving \n Contact training@neppa.org to register for and access the 2020 sessions.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Steve Socoby\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, CUSP & Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction) \n Steve has 36 years of hands on experience in all facets of operations\, of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews\, maintenance\, new construction\, reliability and associated plant & sub-station responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance. \nIn his role of Director of Training\, he is responsible for development and quality of safety & technical programs. He also oversees the line-workers’ school and teaches utility management and supervision\, electronic controls and power-line operation programs. \nRecognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda Calderiso\n Trainer\, Certified American Heart Associaiotn & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Linda Calderiso has been a trainer with the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2000 and brings energy and professionalism to all the sessions she teaches. \n As NEPPA’s primary First Aid\, CPR and AED instructor\, Linda is instrumental in ensuring NEPPA members meet their annual requirements in an engaging and fun learning environment.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. Before joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Technical & Safety 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 \n \n Lou Gabriele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Certified American Heart Association & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Lou Gabriele has been a technical and safety trainer with NEPPA for over 20 years. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Lou spent his 30+ year line career with Central Vermont Public Service (CVPS). Prior to being merged with Green Mountain Power\, Central Vermont Public Service Corp. was the largest electricity supplier in Vermont. Its customer base covered 160\,000 people in 163 towns\, villages and cities in Vermont.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scott Larsen\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Scott joined NEPPA in September 2020 and has 32 years of professional experience in the utility industry. Scott retired from his role as the General Line Foreman for Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments in spring 2020. \nHis significant field experience coupled with his passion for safety has made him an excellent addition to NEPPA’s training team. \nWell known for his stellar work with NEPPA’s Lineworkers Rodeo\, Scott is also quite familiar with NEPPA Mutual Aid and has participated in Light Up Navajo. In addition\, Scott serves as an LELWD Commissioner in Littleton\, MA where he resides.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dennis Regele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor \n Dennis has been a trainer for the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2018 and travels throughout the Northeast. \nDennis has a Bachelor’s of Science in Natural Science for Worcester State College\, is married and has 3 sons. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Dennis started his career in the utility industry in 1984 with Massachusetts Electric (now National Grid). He worked his way up from an apprentice lineworker through crew leader and eventually as Line Supervisor and Safety Supervisor. He then moved on to NSTAR (now Eversource) as a Field/Technical Trainer. \nDennis also spent time with Asplundh Utility Line construction as a Regional Safety Supervisor/Trainer and has served as an OSHA Outreach Trainer for the past 12 years. \nIn addition to training for NEPPA\, Dennis is also a part -time instructor at Quinsigamond Community College with the Energy Utility Program. \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\, including as General Manager of Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007. \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 \n \n Thomas (Tom) Succi\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tom has worked in metering in New England for the past 48 years as a meter technician\, instructor\, engineer and manager. He has created instructional programs and taught in the region for most of his career and also ran the meter apprentice training for many years at National Grid as a Principal Trainer. \nHe recently retired as the Supervisor of Meter Test and Engineering at United Illuminating and looks forward to continuing his career as an instructor. Tom holds a BS and an AS in Engineering Technology as well as an advanced certificate in Management from WPI. \nTom and his wife Arlene currently reside in Connecticut. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-electrical-theory/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-@Your-Site-Virtual-Bannerv2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211218 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210302T202705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T202916Z UID:10000054-1639440000-1639785599@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 4 DESCRIPTION:(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) NEPPA has adopted the 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. \n*NEW* Beginning in 2021\, each 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nClick here for NEPPA’s Apprentice Lineworker Program information and agenda. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact the NEPPA Training Department at training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-4/2021-12-14/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_1036-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211208T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211208T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210201T201313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T153206Z UID:10000027-1638950400-1638972000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 2A-2C Training 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 9\, 2021\nJune 15\, 2021\nSeptember 7\, 2021\nDecember 7\, 2021 \n2A-2C Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 10\, 2021\nJune 16\, 2021\nSeptember 8\, 2021\nDecember 8\, 2021 \n* To request a 2D Hoisting Class\, contact NEPPA at (978) 540-2200. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nNEPPA Training Center\n200 New Estate Road\nLittleton\, MA 01460\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees\nRegistration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion.\n\n\n\n Members:\n$68\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$138\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\n\n\n$68 perperson\, minimum $600 (i.e. 9 participants)\n\n\n\nNon-Members \n\n$138 per person\, minimum $1\,200 (i.e. 9 participants)\n\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 Instructors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete Crowley has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. \nBefore joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!” \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 Littleton – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/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\nClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax\n242 Adams Place\nBoxboro\, MA 01719\n(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $109/night + tax (with breakfast)\n219 Littleton Road\nWestford\, MA 01886\n(978) 692-8200\nClick here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax\n27 Andrews Parkway\nDevens\, MA 01434\n(978) 772-3030\nClick here to make your reservation online. \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax\n59 Andrews Parkway\nDevens\, MA 01434\n(978) 772-0600\nClick here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \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/hoisting-2a-2c-training/2021-12-08/ 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/2021/01/Hoisting-Banner.png-1B-1D-2A-2C.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210119T132857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T133839Z UID:10000064-1638864000-1638885600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 1B-1D Training 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 9\, 2021\nJune 15\, 2021\nSeptember 7\, 2021\nDecember 7\, 2021 \n2A-2C Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 10\, 2021\nJune 16\, 2021\nSeptember 8\, 2021\nDecember 8\, 2021 \n* To request a 2D Hoisting Class\, contact NEPPA at (978) 540-2200. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location NEPPA Training Center200 New Estate Road Littleton\, MA 01460\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees Registration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion.\n\n\n\n Members:\n$68\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$138\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\n\n\n$68 perperson\, minimum $600 (i.e. 9 participants)Non-Members\n\n\n\n\n$138 per person\, minimum $1\,200 (i.e. 9 participants)\n\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 Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete Crowley has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. \nBefore joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!” \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 Littleton – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/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 Public Power Click here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax 242 Adams Place Boxboro\, MA 01719 (978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $109/night + tax (with breakfast) 219 Littleton Road Westford\, MA 01886 (978) 692-8200 Click here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax 27 Andrews Parkway Devens\, MA 01434 (978) 772-3030 Click here to make your reservation online. \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax 59 Andrews Parkway Devens\, MA 01434 (978) 772-0600 Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \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/2021-12-07/ 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/2021/01/Hoisting-Banner.png-1B-1D-2A-2C.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211211 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210302T201725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T202018Z UID:10000070-1638835200-1639180799@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3 DESCRIPTION:(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) NEPPA has adopted the 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. \n*NEW* Beginning in 2021\, each 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nClick here for NEPPA’s Apprentice Lineworker Program information and agenda. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact the NEPPA Training Department at training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-3/2021-12-07/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_2961-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20211103T203336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T173721Z UID:10000133-1638435600-1638450000@neppa.org SUMMARY:2021 Annual Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information and to register URL:https://neppa.org/event/2021-annual-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Springhill Suites bu Marriott Devens Commons Center\, 31 Andrews Parkway\, Devens\, 01434\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Membership Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/2021-Annual-Membership-Meeting-banner-3.1-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210120T181731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T145933Z UID:10000048-1638347400-1638352800@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: Ergonomics DESCRIPTION:At 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\, particularly in the shadows of COVID-19\, we are pleased to continue offering a new series of live\, instructor-led @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions. \nParticipants may register for either an individual session\, for the Spring/Fall Series (8 Session Each) or for the full 2021 Series (16 Total Sessions): \n \n \n \n \n \n   \n\n\n\n@Your-Site Virtual\nPer Session\nSpring Series (8 Sessions)\nFall Series (8 Sessions)\n2021 Series (16 Total Sessions)\n\n\nNEPPA Members\n$45 per person\n$340 per person\n$340 per person\n$660 per person\n\n\nNon-Members\n$90 per person\n$690 per person\n$690 per person\n$1\,380 per person\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n @Your-Site: Virtual – Session Schedule & Length\nAll sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 90-minutes which includes 15-minutes for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \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 the sessions. \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Q: How many @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are offered per year? \nA: For now\, NEPPA is planning to offer a total of 16 @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions in 2021. The per person registration fees are: \n NEPPA Members: $45 per person\, per class\, $340 for each series (8 classes)\, or $660 for the full series (16 classes)\n Non-Members: $90 per person\, per class\, $690 for each series (8 classes)\, or $1\,380 for the full series (16 classes)\n \n Q: How long is each class? \n \nA: Each class is scheduled for a total of 90-minutes which includes a 15-minute\, live Q&A. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions live or pre-recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are live\, instructor-led training sessions. For any registrants unable to participate live\, the sessions are recorded and will be made available after the class. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \nQ: Is this a group registration or do registrants complete class individually? \nA: In order to receive a certificate of completion\, participants need to register for the sessions individually. Certificates of completion only display the registrant’s name. That being said\, you do have the ability to register multiple individuals either one at a time\, or in bulk by submitting a roster to NEPPA. Certificates of completion are only available upon completion of the course. \nQ: Do registrants receive a Certificate of Completion? \nA: At the completion of the course\, registrants will receive an email including a printable Certificate of Completion which includes their name and session title. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants after the program. \nQ: Are there set dates for @Your-Site: Virtual Training\, or do participants login at their own convenience? \nA: Since these are live\, instructor-led sessions\, participants are expected to join according to the schedule once published. Recordings will be made available for anyone unable to join on the specified training date. \nQ: Are the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual recordings still available? \nA: Yes\, NEPPA will continue to process registrations to access the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions of the following topics: \n1 – Switching & Tagging\n2 – Personal Protective Grounding\n3 – Trouble Investigation\n4 – Transformer Review & Connections\n5 – Work Zone Safety\n6 – High Voltage Rubber Gloving \n Contact training@neppa.org to register for and access the 2020 sessions. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Steve Socoby\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, CUSP & Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction) \n Steve has 36 years of hands on experience in all facets of operations\, of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews\, maintenance\, new construction\, reliability and associated plant & sub-station responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance. \nIn his role of Director of Training\, he is responsible for development and quality of safety & technical programs. He also oversees the line-workers’ school and teaches utility management and supervision\, electronic controls and power-line operation programs. \nRecognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda Calderiso\n Trainer\, Certified American Heart Associaiotn & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Linda Calderiso has been a trainer with the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2000 and brings energy and professionalism to all the sessions she teaches. \n As NEPPA’s primary First Aid\, CPR and AED instructor\, Linda is instrumental in ensuring NEPPA members meet their annual requirements in an engaging and fun learning environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. Before joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Technical & Safety 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 \n \n Lou Gabriele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Certified American Heart Association & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Lou Gabriele has been a technical and safety trainer with NEPPA for over 20 years. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Lou spent his 30+ year line career with Central Vermont Public Service (CVPS). Prior to being merged with Green Mountain Power\, Central Vermont Public Service Corp. was the largest electricity supplier in Vermont. Its customer base covered 160\,000 people in 163 towns\, villages and cities in Vermont.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scott Larsen\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Scott joined NEPPA in September 2020 and has 32 years of professional experience in the utility industry. Scott retired from his role as the General Line Foreman for Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments in spring 2020. \nHis significant field experience coupled with his passion for safety has made him an excellent addition to NEPPA’s training team. \nWell known for his stellar work with NEPPA’s Lineworkers Rodeo\, Scott is also quite familiar with NEPPA Mutual Aid and has participated in Light Up Navajo. In addition\, Scott serves as an LELWD Commissioner in Littleton\, MA where he resides.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dennis Regele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor \n Dennis has been a trainer for the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2018 and travels throughout the Northeast. \nDennis has a Bachelor’s of Science in Natural Science for Worcester State College\, is married and has 3 sons. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Dennis started his career in the utility industry in 1984 with Massachusetts Electric (now National Grid). He worked his way up from an apprentice lineworker through crew leader and eventually as Line Supervisor and Safety Supervisor. He then moved on to NSTAR (now Eversource) as a Field/Technical Trainer. \nDennis also spent time with Asplundh Utility Line construction as a Regional Safety Supervisor/Trainer and has served as an OSHA Outreach Trainer for the past 12 years. \nIn addition to training for NEPPA\, Dennis is also a part -time instructor at Quinsigamond Community College with the Energy Utility Program. \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\, including as General Manager of Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007. \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 \n \n \n Thomas (Tom) Succi\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tom has worked in metering in New England for the past 48 years as a meter technician\, instructor\, engineer and manager. He has created instructional programs and taught in the region for most of his career and also ran the meter apprentice training for many years at National Grid as a Principal Trainer. \nHe recently retired as the Supervisor of Meter Test and Engineering at United Illuminating and looks forward to continuing his career as an instructor. Tom holds a BS and an AS in Engineering Technology as well as an advanced certificate in Management from WPI. \nTom and his wife Arlene currently reside in Connecticut. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-ergonomics/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-@Your-Site-Virtual-Bannerv2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211130T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143207 CREATED:20210130T180940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T145919Z UID:10000019-1638261000-1638266400@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: Circuit Breakers & Relays DESCRIPTION:At 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\, particularly in the shadows of COVID-19\, we are pleased to continue offering a new series of live\, instructor-led @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions. \nParticipants may register for either an individual session\, for the Spring/Fall Series (8 Session Each) or for the full 2021 Series (16 Total Sessions): \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n@Your-Site Virtual\nPer Session\nSpring Series (8 Sessions)\nFall Series (8 Sessions)\n2021 Series (16 Total Sessions)\n\n\nNEPPA Members\n$45 per person\n$340 per person\n$340 per person\n$660 per person\n\n\nNon-Members\n$90 per person\n$690 per person\n$690 per person\n$1\,380 per person\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n @Your-Site: Virtual – Session Schedule & Length\nAll sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 90-minutes which includes 15-minutes for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \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 the sessions. \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Q: How many @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are offered per year? \nA: For now\, NEPPA is planning to offer a total of 16 @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions in 2021. The per person registration fees are: \n NEPPA Members: $45 per person\, per class\, $340 for each series (8 classes)\, or $660 for the full series (16 classes)\n Non-Members: $90 per person\, per class\, $690 for each series (8 classes)\, or $1\,380 for the full series (16 classes)\n \n Q: How long is each class? \n \nA: Each class is scheduled for a total of 90-minutes which includes a 15-minute\, live Q&A. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions live or pre-recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are live\, instructor-led training sessions. For any registrants unable to participate live\, the sessions are recorded and will be made available after the class. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \nQ: Is this a group registration or do registrants complete class individually? \nA: In order to receive a certificate of completion\, participants need to register for the sessions individually. Certificates of completion only display the registrant’s name. That being said\, you do have the ability to register multiple individuals either one at a time\, or in bulk by submitting a roster to NEPPA. Certificates of completion are only available upon completion of the course. \nQ: Do registrants receive a Certificate of Completion? \nA: At the completion of the course\, registrants will receive an email including a printable Certificate of Completion which includes their name and session title. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants after the program. \nQ: Are there set dates for @Your-Site: Virtual Training\, or do participants login at their own convenience? \nA: Since these are live\, instructor-led sessions\, participants are expected to join according to the schedule once published. Recordings will be made available for anyone unable to join on the specified training date. \nQ: Are the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual recordings still available? \nA: Yes\, NEPPA will continue to process registrations to access the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions of the following topics: \n1 – Switching & Tagging\n2 – Personal Protective Grounding\n3 – Trouble Investigation\n4 – Transformer Review & Connections\n5 – Work Zone Safety\n6 – High Voltage Rubber Gloving \n Contact training@neppa.org to register for and access the 2020 sessions.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Steve Socoby\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, CUSP & Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction) \n Steve has 36 years of hands on experience in all facets of operations\, of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews\, maintenance\, new construction\, reliability and associated plant & sub-station responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance. \nIn his role of Director of Training\, he is responsible for development and quality of safety & technical programs. He also oversees the line-workers’ school and teaches utility management and supervision\, electronic controls and power-line operation programs. \nRecognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda Calderiso\n Trainer\, Certified American Heart Associaiotn & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Linda Calderiso has been a trainer with the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2000 and brings energy and professionalism to all the sessions she teaches. \n As NEPPA’s primary First Aid\, CPR and AED instructor\, Linda is instrumental in ensuring NEPPA members meet their annual requirements in an engaging and fun learning environment.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. Before joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Technical & Safety 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 \n \n Lou Gabriele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Certified American Heart Association & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Lou Gabriele has been a technical and safety trainer with NEPPA for over 20 years. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Lou spent his 30+ year line career with Central Vermont Public Service (CVPS). Prior to being merged with Green Mountain Power\, Central Vermont Public Service Corp. was the largest electricity supplier in Vermont. Its customer base covered 160\,000 people in 163 towns\, villages and cities in Vermont.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scott Larsen\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Scott joined NEPPA in September 2020 and has 32 years of professional experience in the utility industry. Scott retired from his role as the General Line Foreman for Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments in spring 2020. \nHis significant field experience coupled with his passion for safety has made him an excellent addition to NEPPA’s training team. \nWell known for his stellar work with NEPPA’s Lineworkers Rodeo\, Scott is also quite familiar with NEPPA Mutual Aid and has participated in Light Up Navajo. In addition\, Scott serves as an LELWD Commissioner in Littleton\, MA where he resides.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dennis Regele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor \n Dennis has been a trainer for the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2018 and travels throughout the Northeast. \nDennis has a Bachelor’s of Science in Natural Science for Worcester State College\, is married and has 3 sons. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Dennis started his career in the utility industry in 1984 with Massachusetts Electric (now National Grid). He worked his way up from an apprentice lineworker through crew leader and eventually as Line Supervisor and Safety Supervisor. He then moved on to NSTAR (now Eversource) as a Field/Technical Trainer. \nDennis also spent time with Asplundh Utility Line construction as a Regional Safety Supervisor/Trainer and has served as an OSHA Outreach Trainer for the past 12 years. \nIn addition to training for NEPPA\, Dennis is also a part -time instructor at Quinsigamond Community College with the Energy Utility Program. \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\, including as General Manager of Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007. \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 \n \n Thomas (Tom) Succi\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tom has worked in metering in New England for the past 48 years as a meter technician\, instructor\, engineer and manager. He has created instructional programs and taught in the region for most of his career and also ran the meter apprentice training for many years at National Grid as a Principal Trainer. \nHe recently retired as the Supervisor of Meter Test and Engineering at United Illuminating and looks forward to continuing his career as an instructor. Tom holds a BS and an AS in Engineering Technology as well as an advanced certificate in Management from WPI. \nTom and his wife Arlene currently reside in Connecticut. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-circuit-breakers-relays/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-@Your-Site-Virtual-Bannerv2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211204 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210301T175751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T190359Z UID:10000077-1638230400-1638575999@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2 DESCRIPTION:(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) NEPPA has adopted the 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. \n*NEW* Beginning in 2021\, each 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nClick here for NEPPA’s Apprentice Lineworker Program information and agenda. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact the NEPPA Training Department at training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-2/2021-11-30/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_4900-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211123T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211123T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20211102T165139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T160719Z UID:10000131-1637654400-1637677800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Cybersecurity in OT Networks ***POSTPONED TILL 2022*** DESCRIPTION:In partnership with PLM and Schweitzer Engineering Labs\, this session explores cybersecurity and securing operational technology (OT) networks for substations and industrial plants. Participants will understand the threats to industrial control systems (ICS) and the methods used to secure them\, as well their role in the zones of protection. \n  \nTo register\, please contact Andrew Murray\, at amurray@plmnet.com. \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/introduction-to-cybersecurity-in-ot-networks/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/PLM-INc-Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210317T162532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T193435Z UID:10000114-1637049600-1637319600@neppa.org SUMMARY:2021 Substation II Program DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of Substation I\, NEPPA is pleased to offer a completely redesigned Substation II Program which is held 3.5-days/week for 4 weeks/year. \nSubstation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls\, understanding operations\, schematics and diagrams\, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment. Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, building and manipulating a relay panel\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nBeginning in 2021\, each Friday of the session will be a half-day conducted virtually for review and testing. \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. \nSession I: September 14 – 17\, 2021 Session II: September 28 – October 1\, 2021Session III: October 19 – 22\, 2021Session IV: November 16 – 19\, 2021 \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \nMembers: $2\,625 \nNon-Members: $3\,900 \n \n REGISTER NOW\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 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 – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/night + tax102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public PowerClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \n \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $109/night + tax (with breakfast)219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200Click here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax 27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 Click here to make your reservation online. \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \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/2021-substation-ii-program/2021-11-16/ 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/2021/03/2021-Substation-II-Agenda-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211120 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210301T152536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T160531Z UID:10000090-1637020800-1637366399@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1 DESCRIPTION:(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) \nNEPPA has adopted the 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. \n*NEW* Beginning in 2021\, each 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. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1/2021-11-16/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_2092-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211108T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210318T173716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210723T192714Z UID:10000121-1636358400-1636556400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Metering II Program DESCRIPTION: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. \nCOURSE 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATIONPlease visit the Program’s page for more information or to register.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VISIT PROGRAM PAGE\n \n \n \n \n \n INSTRUCTOR\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thomas (Tom) Succi\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tom has worked in metering in New England for the past 48 years as a meter technician\, instructor\, engineer and manager. He has created instructional programs and taught in the region for most of his career and also ran the meter apprentice training for many years at National Grid as a Principal Trainer. \nHe recently retired as the Supervisor of Meter Test and Engineering at United Illuminating and looks forward to continuing his career as an instructor. Tom holds a BS and an AS in Engineering Technology as well as an advanced certificate in Management from WPI. \nTom and his wife Arlene currently reside in Connecticut. \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/metering-ii-program/ 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/2021/03/2021-Metering-II-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211108T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210301T132257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T132257Z UID:10000007-1636356600-1636556400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program Make-Up Week DESCRIPTION:Apprentice Lineworker Program Make-Up Weeks\nIn 2021\, NEPPA is be establishing the following “Make-Up Weeks” to invite any student who needs to make-up time in the Program and/or conduct competencies for the Program. \nMay 24 – 28\, 2021 (Years I – IV)\nNovember 8 – 10\, 2021 (Years I – IV) \nFor more information NEPPA at (978) 540-2200 or email training@neppa.org. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-make-up-week-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Apprentice-linework-Program-Year-One-1.28.2020.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211106 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210302T202705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T202916Z UID:10000053-1635811200-1636156799@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 4 DESCRIPTION:(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) NEPPA has adopted the 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. \n*NEW* Beginning in 2021\, each 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nClick here for NEPPA’s Apprentice Lineworker Program information and agenda. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact the NEPPA Training Department at training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-4/2021-11-02/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_1036-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211030 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210302T201725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T202018Z UID:10000069-1635206400-1635551999@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3 DESCRIPTION:(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) NEPPA has adopted the 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. \n*NEW* Beginning in 2021\, each 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nClick here for NEPPA’s Apprentice Lineworker Program information and agenda. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact the NEPPA Training Department at training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-3/2021-10-26/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_2961-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210120T175930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T145903Z UID:10000047-1634718600-1634724000@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: System Protection DESCRIPTION:Zoom Meeting \n \n \n \n \n \n At 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\, particularly in the shadows of COVID-19\, we are pleased to continue offering a new series of live\, instructor-led @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions. \nParticipants may register for either an individual session\, for the Spring/Fall Series (8 Session Each) or for the full 2021 Series (16 Total Sessions): \n \n \n \n \n \n   \n\n\n\n@Your-Site Virtual\nPer Session\nSpring Series (8 Sessions)\nFall Series (8 Sessions)\n2021 Series (16 Total Sessions)\n\n\nNEPPA Members\n$45 per person\n$340 per person\n$340 per person\n$660 per person\n\n\nNon-Members\n$90 per person\n$690 per person\n$690 per person\n$1\,380 per person\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n @Your-Site: Virtual – Session Schedule & Length\nAll sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 90-minutes which includes 15-minutes for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \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 the sessions. \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Q: How many @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are offered per year? \nA: For now\, NEPPA is planning to offer a total of 16 @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions in 2021. The per person registration fees are: \n NEPPA Members: $45 per person\, per class\, $340 for each series (8 classes)\, or $660 for the full series (16 classes)\n Non-Members: $90 per person\, per class\, $690 for each series (8 classes)\, or $1\,380 for the full series (16 classes)\n \n Q: How long is each class? \n \nA: Each class is scheduled for a total of 90-minutes which includes a 15-minute\, live Q&A. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions live or pre-recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are live\, instructor-led training sessions. For any registrants unable to participate live\, the sessions are recorded and will be made available after the class. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \nQ: Is this a group registration or do registrants complete class individually? \nA: In order to receive a certificate of completion\, participants need to register for the sessions individually. Certificates of completion only display the registrant’s name. That being said\, you do have the ability to register multiple individuals either one at a time\, or in bulk by submitting a roster to NEPPA. Certificates of completion are only available upon completion of the course. \nQ: Do registrants receive a Certificate of Completion? \nA: At the completion of the course\, registrants will receive an email including a printable Certificate of Completion which includes their name and session title. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants after the program. \nQ: Are there set dates for @Your-Site: Virtual Training\, or do participants login at their own convenience? \nA: Since these are live\, instructor-led sessions\, participants are expected to join according to the schedule once published. Recordings will be made available for anyone unable to join on the specified training date. \nQ: Are the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual recordings still available? \nA: Yes\, NEPPA will continue to process registrations to access the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions of the following topics: \n1 – Switching & Tagging\n2 – Personal Protective Grounding\n3 – Trouble Investigation\n4 – Transformer Review & Connections\n5 – Work Zone Safety\n6 – High Voltage Rubber Gloving \n Contact training@neppa.org to register for and access the 2020 sessions. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Steve Socoby\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, CUSP & Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction) \n Steve has 36 years of hands on experience in all facets of operations\, of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews\, maintenance\, new construction\, reliability and associated plant & sub-station responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance. \nIn his role of Director of Training\, he is responsible for development and quality of safety & technical programs. He also oversees the line-workers’ school and teaches utility management and supervision\, electronic controls and power-line operation programs. \nRecognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda Calderiso\n Trainer\, Certified American Heart Associaiotn & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Linda Calderiso has been a trainer with the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2000 and brings energy and professionalism to all the sessions she teaches. \n As NEPPA’s primary First Aid\, CPR and AED instructor\, Linda is instrumental in ensuring NEPPA members meet their annual requirements in an engaging and fun learning environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. Before joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Technical & Safety 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 \n \n Lou Gabriele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Certified American Heart Association & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Lou Gabriele has been a technical and safety trainer with NEPPA for over 20 years. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Lou spent his 30+ year line career with Central Vermont Public Service (CVPS). Prior to being merged with Green Mountain Power\, Central Vermont Public Service Corp. was the largest electricity supplier in Vermont. Its customer base covered 160\,000 people in 163 towns\, villages and cities in Vermont.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scott Larsen\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Scott joined NEPPA in September 2020 and has 32 years of professional experience in the utility industry. Scott retired from his role as the General Line Foreman for Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments in spring 2020. \nHis significant field experience coupled with his passion for safety has made him an excellent addition to NEPPA’s training team. \nWell known for his stellar work with NEPPA’s Lineworkers Rodeo\, Scott is also quite familiar with NEPPA Mutual Aid and has participated in Light Up Navajo. In addition\, Scott serves as an LELWD Commissioner in Littleton\, MA where he resides.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dennis Regele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor \n Dennis has been a trainer for the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2018 and travels throughout the Northeast. \nDennis has a Bachelor’s of Science in Natural Science for Worcester State College\, is married and has 3 sons. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Dennis started his career in the utility industry in 1984 with Massachusetts Electric (now National Grid). He worked his way up from an apprentice lineworker through crew leader and eventually as Line Supervisor and Safety Supervisor. He then moved on to NSTAR (now Eversource) as a Field/Technical Trainer. \nDennis also spent time with Asplundh Utility Line construction as a Regional Safety Supervisor/Trainer and has served as an OSHA Outreach Trainer for the past 12 years. \nIn addition to training for NEPPA\, Dennis is also a part -time instructor at Quinsigamond Community College with the Energy Utility Program. \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\, including as General Manager of Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007. \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 \n \n \n Thomas (Tom) Succi\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tom has worked in metering in New England for the past 48 years as a meter technician\, instructor\, engineer and manager. He has created instructional programs and taught in the region for most of his career and also ran the meter apprentice training for many years at National Grid as a Principal Trainer. \nHe recently retired as the Supervisor of Meter Test and Engineering at United Illuminating and looks forward to continuing his career as an instructor. Tom holds a BS and an AS in Engineering Technology as well as an advanced certificate in Management from WPI. \nTom and his wife Arlene currently reside in Connecticut. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-system-protection/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-@Your-Site-Virtual-Bannerv2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210120T175023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T145845Z UID:10000042-1634632200-1634637600@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: Capacitors DESCRIPTION:Ocotber 19\, 2021 | Zoom Meeting (8:30 am – 10:00 am)\n \n \n \n \n \n At 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\, particularly in the shadows of COVID-19\, we are pleased to continue offering a new series of live\, instructor-led @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions. \nParticipants may register for either an individual session\, for the Spring/Fall Series (8 Session Each) or for the full 2021 Series (16 Total Sessions): \n \n \n \n \n \n   \n\n\n\n@Your-Site Virtual\nPer Session\nSpring Series (8 Sessions)\nFall Series (8 Sessions)\n2021 Series (16 Total Sessions)\n\n\nNEPPA Members\n$45 per person\n$340 per person\n$340 per person\n$660 per person\n\n\nNon-Members\n$90 per person\n$690 per person\n$690 per person\n$1\,380 per person\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n @Your-Site: Virtual – Session Schedule & Length\nAll sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 90-minutes which includes 15-minutes for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \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 the sessions. \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Q: How many @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are offered per year? \nA: For now\, NEPPA is planning to offer a total of 16 @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions in 2021. The per person registration fees are: \n NEPPA Members: $45 per person\, per class\, $340 for each series (8 classes)\, or $660 for the full series (16 classes)\n Non-Members: $90 per person\, per class\, $690 for each series (8 classes)\, or $1\,380 for the full series (16 classes)\n \n Q: How long is each class? \n \nA: Each class is scheduled for a total of 90-minutes which includes a 15-minute\, live Q&A. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions live or pre-recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are live\, instructor-led training sessions. For any registrants unable to participate live\, the sessions are recorded and will be made available after the class. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \nQ: Is this a group registration or do registrants complete class individually? \nA: In order to receive a certificate of completion\, participants need to register for the sessions individually. Certificates of completion only display the registrant’s name. That being said\, you do have the ability to register multiple individuals either one at a time\, or in bulk by submitting a roster to NEPPA. Certificates of completion are only available upon completion of the course. \nQ: Do registrants receive a Certificate of Completion? \nA: At the completion of the course\, registrants will receive an email including a printable Certificate of Completion which includes their name and session title. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants after the program. \nQ: Are there set dates for @Your-Site: Virtual Training\, or do participants login at their own convenience? \nA: Since these are live\, instructor-led sessions\, participants are expected to join according to the schedule once published. Recordings will be made available for anyone unable to join on the specified training date. \nQ: Are the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual recordings still available? \nA: Yes\, NEPPA will continue to process registrations to access the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions of the following topics: \n1 – Switching & Tagging\n2 – Personal Protective Grounding\n3 – Trouble Investigation\n4 – Transformer Review & Connections\n5 – Work Zone Safety\n6 – High Voltage Rubber Gloving \n Contact training@neppa.org to register for and access the 2020 sessions. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Steve Socoby\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, CUSP & Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction) \n Steve has 36 years of hands on experience in all facets of operations\, of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews\, maintenance\, new construction\, reliability and associated plant & sub-station responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance. \nIn his role of Director of Training\, he is responsible for development and quality of safety & technical programs. He also oversees the line-workers’ school and teaches utility management and supervision\, electronic controls and power-line operation programs. \nRecognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda Calderiso\n Trainer\, Certified American Heart Associaiotn & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Linda Calderiso has been a trainer with the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2000 and brings energy and professionalism to all the sessions she teaches. \n As NEPPA’s primary First Aid\, CPR and AED instructor\, Linda is instrumental in ensuring NEPPA members meet their annual requirements in an engaging and fun learning environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. Before joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Technical & Safety 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 \n \n Lou Gabriele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Certified American Heart Association & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Lou Gabriele has been a technical and safety trainer with NEPPA for over 20 years. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Lou spent his 30+ year line career with Central Vermont Public Service (CVPS). Prior to being merged with Green Mountain Power\, Central Vermont Public Service Corp. was the largest electricity supplier in Vermont. Its customer base covered 160\,000 people in 163 towns\, villages and cities in Vermont.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scott Larsen\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Scott joined NEPPA in September 2020 and has 32 years of professional experience in the utility industry. Scott retired from his role as the General Line Foreman for Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments in spring 2020. \nHis significant field experience coupled with his passion for safety has made him an excellent addition to NEPPA’s training team. \nWell known for his stellar work with NEPPA’s Lineworkers Rodeo\, Scott is also quite familiar with NEPPA Mutual Aid and has participated in Light Up Navajo. In addition\, Scott serves as an LELWD Commissioner in Littleton\, MA where he resides.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dennis Regele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor \n Dennis has been a trainer for the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2018 and travels throughout the Northeast. \nDennis has a Bachelor’s of Science in Natural Science for Worcester State College\, is married and has 3 sons. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Dennis started his career in the utility industry in 1984 with Massachusetts Electric (now National Grid). He worked his way up from an apprentice lineworker through crew leader and eventually as Line Supervisor and Safety Supervisor. He then moved on to NSTAR (now Eversource) as a Field/Technical Trainer. \nDennis also spent time with Asplundh Utility Line construction as a Regional Safety Supervisor/Trainer and has served as an OSHA Outreach Trainer for the past 12 years. \nIn addition to training for NEPPA\, Dennis is also a part -time instructor at Quinsigamond Community College with the Energy Utility Program. \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\, including as General Manager of Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007. \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 \n \n \n Thomas (Tom) Succi\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tom has worked in metering in New England for the past 48 years as a meter technician\, instructor\, engineer and manager. He has created instructional programs and taught in the region for most of his career and also ran the meter apprentice training for many years at National Grid as a Principal Trainer. \nHe recently retired as the Supervisor of Meter Test and Engineering at United Illuminating and looks forward to continuing his career as an instructor. Tom holds a BS and an AS in Engineering Technology as well as an advanced certificate in Management from WPI. \nTom and his wife Arlene currently reside in Connecticut. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-capacitors/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-@Your-Site-Virtual-Bannerv2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211022T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210317T162532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T193435Z UID:10000113-1634630400-1634900400@neppa.org SUMMARY:2021 Substation II Program DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of Substation I\, NEPPA is pleased to offer a completely redesigned Substation II Program which is held 3.5-days/week for 4 weeks/year. \nSubstation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls\, understanding operations\, schematics and diagrams\, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment. Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, building and manipulating a relay panel\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nBeginning in 2021\, each Friday of the session will be a half-day conducted virtually for review and testing. \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. \nSession I: September 14 – 17\, 2021 Session II: September 28 – October 1\, 2021Session III: October 19 – 22\, 2021Session IV: November 16 – 19\, 2021 \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \nMembers: $2\,625 \nNon-Members: $3\,900 \n \n REGISTER NOW\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 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 – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/night + tax102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public PowerClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \n \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $109/night + tax (with breakfast)219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200Click here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax 27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 Click here to make your reservation online. \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \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/2021-substation-ii-program/2021-10-19/ 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/2021/03/2021-Substation-II-Agenda-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T090000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210504T170431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T154840Z UID:10000006-1633424400-1633424400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Climate Initiatives Virtual Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Are you a leader trying to navigate the changing landscape of climate initiatives at the local\, state or federal level? How are you involving key stakeholders in your community to address public perception and demand for a cleaner and socio-economically responsible utility? \nJoin us on Tuesday\, October 5th for NEPPA’s inaugural Climate Initiatives Virtual Roundtable to celebrate Public Power and recognize our members’ climate initiatives across the northeast! The Roundtable will be held virtually from 9:00 am – 10:30 am via Zoom. \nTo kick off the Roundtable\, a panel of utility representatives and joint action agencies will discuss how they or their members are approaching climate initiatives locally. Following the panel\, a robust Roundtable will be held and moderated virtually via breakout rooms in Zoom. \n  \n\n \nAgenda \n\n\nAgenda details are subject to change. \n9:00 am Welcome & Introductions by Bonnie Biocchi\, Executive Director\, NEPPA \n9:05 am Panel Discussion & Presentation \n \nJulia Leopold\, Communications Specialist\, Vermont Public Power Supply Authority (VPPSA)Vermont’s energy transformation\, Renewable Portfolio Standards and strategies to reducing fossil fuel reliance by increasing load. \n \nThomas Belair\, Energy Solutions Manager\, New Hampshire Electric Cooperative\, Inc.NHEC’s Energy Efficiency and Beneficial Electrification programs\, and the positive impact those programs had on carbon reduction. \n \nKen Stambler\, Director\, Energy Procurement and Jesse Fitzmaurice\, Energy Procurement Analyst\, ENE – Energy New EnglandEvolution of climate initiatives in Massachusetts – past\, present and future! \n \nMatthew Ide\, Executive Director of Energy & Financial Markets\, Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC)What’s the impact of Massachusetts’ new Climate Bill? How does this legislation and advocacy affect your utility\, including power supply portfolios? \n \nAmy Watson\, Chief Executive Officer\, Fox Islands Electric Cooperative\, Inc.Meeting renewable energy goals and utility analysis to pair wind generation with energy storage. \n \n 10:00 am Panelist Questions & Answers \n10:15 am Participant Roundtable Discussion (Breakout Rooms) \n10:30 am Roundtable Adjourns \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nThere are no fees to attend this virtual roundtable\, however advanced registration is required. Please click below to register for this event. \n \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/climate-initiatives-roundtable/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Roundtables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Climate-RT-WEB.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211009 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210301T175751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T190359Z UID:10000076-1633392000-1633737599@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2 DESCRIPTION:(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) NEPPA has adopted the 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. \n*NEW* Beginning in 2021\, each 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nClick here for NEPPA’s Apprentice Lineworker Program information and agenda. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact the NEPPA Training Department at training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-2/2021-10-05/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_4900-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210928T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210317T162532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T193435Z UID:10000112-1632816000-1633086000@neppa.org SUMMARY:2021 Substation II Program DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of Substation I\, NEPPA is pleased to offer a completely redesigned Substation II Program which is held 3.5-days/week for 4 weeks/year. \nSubstation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls\, understanding operations\, schematics and diagrams\, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment. Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, building and manipulating a relay panel\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nBeginning in 2021\, each Friday of the session will be a half-day conducted virtually for review and testing. \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. \nSession I: September 14 – 17\, 2021 Session II: September 28 – October 1\, 2021Session III: October 19 – 22\, 2021Session IV: November 16 – 19\, 2021 \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \nMembers: $2\,625 \nNon-Members: $3\,900 \n \n REGISTER NOW\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 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 – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/night + tax102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public PowerClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \n \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $109/night + tax (with breakfast)219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200Click here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax 27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 Click here to make your reservation online. \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \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/2021-substation-ii-program/2021-09-28/ 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/2021/03/2021-Substation-II-Agenda-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210928 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211002 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20210301T152536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T160531Z UID:10000089-1632787200-1633132799@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1 DESCRIPTION:(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) \nNEPPA has adopted the 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. \n*NEW* Beginning in 2021\, each 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. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1/2021-09-28/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IMG_2092-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210921T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143208 CREATED:20201015T191918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T153526Z UID:10000081-1632211200-1632405600@neppa.org SUMMARY:2021 RodE&O Conference and Expo DESCRIPTION:cNEW THIS YEAR: NOW including Lineworkers Rodeo ** Agenda(agenda details are still being finalized and are subject to change) \n \nOperations Track | Management Track | Engineering Track \n\nTuesday\, September 21\, 2021 \n7:30 AM Registration\, Continental Breakfast9:00 AM Competition begins – Lineworkers RodeoNEPPA Training Center\, Littleton\, MA5:00 PM Pig Roast Dinner (at Westford Regency)6:30 PM Awards and Raffle \nWednesday\, September 22\, 2021 \n \n7:30 AM Registration\, Continental Breakfast & Exhibitor Move-in \n8:30 AM General Session – The Impact of an Injury – “What are you Risking” by Gary Norland & his wife JeanneIt was a Friday afternoon and Gary was at work trying to get his job done\, but his focus was on other things. His wife Jeanne was working\, trying to wrap up her week when a co-worker told her that there had been an accident and Gary was going to the hospital. What she didn’t know was Gary took 12\,500 volts\, 200 amps to his right ear and then to the back of his head. In a split second their lives drastically changed. That was over 25 years and roughly 70 surgeries ago. Now\, Gary and Jeanne share a message that focuses on the impact of the choices he made. Through their story\, you will see how a lack of focus can change everything. They have shared their story with employers and employees all over Canada and the US\, and their message is simple. You can speak up and you should speak up when it comes to safety. You deserve a life without experiencing unnecessary tragedy. \n9:45 AM Break10:00 AM Breakout Sessions \n MANAGEMENT TRACK – Transmission Cost – What is happening with NEPOOL? \n OPERATIONS TRACK SAE’s – Grounding Technology by Chris Cox \n ENGINEERING TRACK – Bitcoin & Blockchain – Effect on Utilities by Peter Gomez\, Firstlight Power Services\, LLC. \n11:00 AM Break & Exhibit Hall Opens11:15 AM Breakout Sessions \n MANAGEMENT TRACK Best Practices – Utility Arborist Association by Amy Murray\, Davey \n OPERATIONS TRACK Spacer Cable Systems – Installation\, Operations & Maintenance Discussion by Ted Gardner\, Technical Manager\, Hendrix Aerial Cable Systems & Molded \n ENGINEERING TRACK Exponential Load Growth & EV Impacts by Paul Hubbard\, Principal Analysis Group\, Inc \n12:15 PM Lunch in the Exhibit Hall \n1:30 PM Mutual Aid Committee Meeting \n2:15 PM Breakout Sessions/Demos \n MANAGEMENT TRACK OP-17: Supporting the Grid’s Voltage by Andrew Murray\, PLMnet & Audrey Newcomb ISO New England\, Inc. \n OPERATIONS TRACK NERC AMI (Outage Management\, System Analyst\, growing pains with installing\, day-to-day) Updates – Lessons Learned/ Best Practices & Covering the Operational Benefits by Fred Avila\, Owner\, AvCom\, Inc. \n ENGINEERING TRACK – Ester Fluids and the Enhancement of Transformers Loading Capacity by Alan Sbravati\, Cargill BioIndustrial \n3:15 PM Raffle Drawing in Exhibit Hall3:45 PM Adjourn & Exhibitor Breakdown/Load Out \n\n\nThursday\, September 23\, 2021 \n7:30 AM Breakfast8:30 AM Breakout Sessions \n MANAGEMENT TRACK GM/ GF Roundtable: What are the things that keep you up at night? \n OPERATIONS TRACK: Layering Do’s and Don’ts Arc Flash Protection by Derek Sang \, Bulwark Protectin & Workrite. \n ENGINEERING TRACK : Virtual Situation Room (i.e. Roundtable) facilitator Ken Stone\, Middleborough Gas and Electric Dept \n  \n9:30 AM Break9:45 AM Breakout Sessions \n ENGINEERING TRACK Off Site Tour / Littleton Substation Tour \n11:00 Benevolent Fund Activity:Golf Tournament – Shotgun 11:00 AMGroton Country Club – 9 holes \n11:00 AM Conference Adjourns \nThank you to our Conference Sponsors! Your logo could go here! \nPlease click on the links bleow to register online or download the appropriate forms below. \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 Team Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the Attendee Registration Form.\nClick here to download the Exhibitor Registration Form.\nClick here to download the Sponsor Registration Form.\nClick here to download the Team Registration Form\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for Rules & Guidelines\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our Conference Sponsors! Add your logo! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Platinum Level Sponsor: \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 Gold Sponsor: \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 \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 Silver Sponsor: \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 \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 Bronze Sponsor: \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 Lodging\nIf you need overnight accommodations\, please contact the hotel directly to make your reservation. Be sure to mention the Northeast Public Power Association or NEPPA to get the negotiated rate. Rooms and rates are held until Friday\, September 10\, 2021. Based on availabilty. \nWestford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $119/night + tax219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200 \nYou may also make your reservations online at: Click here \nQuestions? Please call the office at (978) 540-2200. \n \n \n \n \n \n Rodeo Agenda\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 Team Registration \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 Click here for printable Team Registration Form\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for Printable Rodeo Agenda \nClick below for Rodeo Event Description:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for Hurt Man RescueClick here for 4kV Alley Arm Insulator ChangeoutClick here for Tranformer ChangeoutClick here for Obstacle CourseClick here for 4kV Pole TransferClick here for Speed Climb with Bell\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Benevolent Fund GOLF Registration URL:https://neppa.org/event/2021-engineerin-operations-conference-and-expo/ LOCATION:Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center\, 219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/2021-EOLWR-IV.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210917T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143209 CREATED:20210317T162532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T193435Z UID:10000111-1631606400-1631876400@neppa.org SUMMARY:2021 Substation II Program DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of Substation I\, NEPPA is pleased to offer a completely redesigned Substation II Program which is held 3.5-days/week for 4 weeks/year. \nSubstation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls\, understanding operations\, schematics and diagrams\, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment. Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, building and manipulating a relay panel\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nBeginning in 2021\, each Friday of the session will be a half-day conducted virtually for review and testing. \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. \nSession I: September 14 – 17\, 2021 Session II: September 28 – October 1\, 2021Session III: October 19 – 22\, 2021Session IV: November 16 – 19\, 2021 \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \nMembers: $2\,625 \nNon-Members: $3\,900 \n \n REGISTER NOW\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 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 – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/night + tax102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public PowerClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \n \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $109/night + tax (with breakfast)219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200Click here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax 27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 Click here to make your reservation online. \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \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/2021-substation-ii-program/2021-09-14/ 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/2021/03/2021-Substation-II-Agenda-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143209 CREATED:20210109T174022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T151100Z UID:10000073-1631176200-1631181600@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: Lock Out/Tag Out and Switching & Tagging DESCRIPTION:@Your-Site Virtual: Lockout/Tagout and Switching & Tagging\nSeptember 22\, 2021 | Zoom Meeting (8:30 am – 10:00 am)\n \n \n \n \n \n At 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\, particularly in the shadows of COVID-19\, we are pleased to continue offering a new series of live\, instructor-led @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions. \nParticipants may register for either an individual session\, for the Spring/Fall Series (8 Session Each) or for the full 2021 Series (16 Total Sessions): \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n@Your-Site Virtual\nPer Session\nSpring Series (8 Sessions)\nFall Series (8 Sessions)\n2021 Series (16 Total Sessions)\n\n\nNEPPA Members\n$45 per person\n$340 per person\n$340 per person\n$660 per person\n\n\nNon-Members\n$90 per person\n$690 per person\n$690 per person\n$1\,380 per person\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n @Your-Site: Virtual – Session Schedule & Length\nAll sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 90-minutes which includes 15-minutes for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \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 the sessions. \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n INSTRUCTOR(S)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mike Pazzanese\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, CUSP \n Mike joined NEPPA as part of the training team in April 2021. \nMike is a Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) with 38 years of experience in all aspects of electric and gas utility operations\, as well as contractor management\, employee health and safety\, and utility technical training\, particularly in underground distribution and cable splicing. \nMike holds both the OSHA 30-hour General Industry and 20-hour Leadership Certifications. \nAs a graduate of Bridgewater State University with a teaching degree\, Mike’s background and utility technical training experience strengthens NEPPA’s capacity to provide top-tier training. \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/your-site-virtual-lock-out-tag-out-and-switching-tagging/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-@Your-Site-Virtual-Bannerv2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210908T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210908T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T143209 CREATED:20210108T173419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210810T145827Z UID:10000072-1631089800-1631095200@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: Advanced Transformers DESCRIPTION:January 27\, 2021 | Zoom Meeting (8:30 am – 10:00 am)\n \n \n \n \n \n At 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\, particularly in the shadows of COVID-19\, we are pleased to continue offering a new series of live\, instructor-led @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions. \nParticipants may register for either an individual session\, for the Spring/Fall Series (8 Session Each) or for the full 2021 Series (16 Total Sessions): \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n@Your-Site Virtual\nPer Session\nSpring Series (8 Sessions)\nFall Series (8 Sessions)\n2021 Series (16 Total Sessions)\n\n\nNEPPA Members\n$45 per person\n$340 per person\n$340 per person\n$660 per person\n\n\nNon-Members\n$90 per person\n$690 per person\n$690 per person\n$1\,380 per person\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n @Your-Site: Virtual – Session Schedule & Length\nAll sessions will be recorded and made available to any registrants unable to participate at the time of the training. Sessions are scheduled for 90-minutes which includes 15-minutes for Q&A. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \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 the sessions. \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Q: How many @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are offered per year? \nA: For now\, NEPPA is planning to offer a total of 16 @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions in 2021. The per person registration fees are: \n NEPPA Members: $45 per person\, per class\, $340 for each series (8 classes)\, or $660 for the full series (16 classes)\n Non-Members: $90 per person\, per class\, $690 for each series (8 classes)\, or $1\,380 for the full series (16 classes)\n \n Q: How long is each class? \n \nA: Each class is scheduled for a total of 90-minutes which includes a 15-minute\, live Q&A. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions live or pre-recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions are live\, instructor-led training sessions. For any registrants unable to participate live\, the sessions are recorded and will be made available after the class. Recordings are available for 1-year after the date of broadcast. \nQ: Is this a group registration or do registrants complete class individually? \nA: In order to receive a certificate of completion\, participants need to register for the sessions individually. Certificates of completion only display the registrant’s name. That being said\, you do have the ability to register multiple individuals either one at a time\, or in bulk by submitting a roster to NEPPA. Certificates of completion are only available upon completion of the course. \nQ: Do registrants receive a Certificate of Completion? \nA: At the completion of the course\, registrants will receive an email including a printable Certificate of Completion which includes their name and session title. \nQ: Are @Your-Site: Virtual Training Sessions recorded? \nA: The @Your-Site: Virtual Training sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants after the program. \nQ: Are there set dates for @Your-Site: Virtual Training\, or do participants login at their own convenience? \nA: Since these are live\, instructor-led sessions\, participants are expected to join according to the schedule once published. Recordings will be made available for anyone unable to join on the specified training date. \nQ: Are the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual recordings still available? \nA: Yes\, NEPPA will continue to process registrations to access the 2020 @Your-Site Virtual Training sessions of the following topics: \n1 – Switching & Tagging\n2 – Personal Protective Grounding\n3 – Trouble Investigation\n4 – Transformer Review & Connections\n5 – Work Zone Safety\n6 – High Voltage Rubber Gloving \n Contact training@neppa.org to register for and access the 2020 sessions.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Steve Socoby\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, CUSP & Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction) \n Steve has 36 years of hands on experience in all facets of operations\, of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews\, maintenance\, new construction\, reliability and associated plant & sub-station responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance. \nIn his role of Director of Training\, he is responsible for development and quality of safety & technical programs. He also oversees the line-workers’ school and teaches utility management and supervision\, electronic controls and power-line operation programs. \nRecognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Linda Calderiso\n Trainer\, Certified American Heart Associaiotn & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Linda Calderiso has been a trainer with the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2000 and brings energy and professionalism to all the sessions she teaches. \n As NEPPA’s primary First Aid\, CPR and AED instructor\, Linda is instrumental in ensuring NEPPA members meet their annual requirements in an engaging and fun learning environment.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Peter Crowley\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Pete has been an instructor for the Northeast Public Power Association since April of 2015 and travels all throughout New England. Before joining NEPPA\, Pete started as a lineman in May of 1984 with Green Mountain Power. Then he moved over to Burlington Electric in 2002 where he was working as a line foreman. \nPete has an Associate’s degree of applied science in Power Technology and has his Mass. 1B/2A Hoisting License. \nPete currently lives in Winooski\, VT and has been married to his wife\, Mary Ann\, for the past 30 years. They have two children together\, Nathan and Natalie. His hobbies are woodworking\, beekeeper and rabbit hunting with his beagles. \nPete goes on to say\, “teaching has been a big part of my career and NEPPA gives me a chance to continue teaching\, which I love to do!”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Technical & Safety 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 \n \n Lou Gabriele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Certified American Heart Association & Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \n Lou Gabriele has been a technical and safety trainer with NEPPA for over 20 years. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Lou spent his 30+ year line career with Central Vermont Public Service (CVPS). Prior to being merged with Green Mountain Power\, Central Vermont Public Service Corp. was the largest electricity supplier in Vermont. Its customer base covered 160\,000 people in 163 towns\, villages and cities in Vermont.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scott Larsen\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Scott joined NEPPA in September 2020 and has 32 years of professional experience in the utility industry. Scott retired from his role as the General Line Foreman for Littleton Electric Light and Water Departments in spring 2020. \nHis significant field experience coupled with his passion for safety has made him an excellent addition to NEPPA’s training team. \nWell known for his stellar work with NEPPA’s Lineworkers Rodeo\, Scott is also quite familiar with NEPPA Mutual Aid and has participated in Light Up Navajo. In addition\, Scott serves as an LELWD Commissioner in Littleton\, MA where he resides.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dennis Regele\n Technical & Safety Trainer\, Authorized OSHA Outreach Instructor \n Dennis has been a trainer for the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2018 and travels throughout the Northeast. \nDennis has a Bachelor’s of Science in Natural Science for Worcester State College\, is married and has 3 sons. \nPrior to joining NEPPA\, Dennis started his career in the utility industry in 1984 with Massachusetts Electric (now National Grid). He worked his way up from an apprentice lineworker through crew leader and eventually as Line Supervisor and Safety Supervisor. He then moved on to NSTAR (now Eversource) as a Field/Technical Trainer. \nDennis also spent time with Asplundh Utility Line construction as a Regional Safety Supervisor/Trainer and has served as an OSHA Outreach Trainer for the past 12 years. \nIn addition to training for NEPPA\, Dennis is also a part -time instructor at Quinsigamond Community College with the Energy Utility Program. \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\, including as General Manager of Belmont Municipal Light Department from 1995 – 2007. \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 \n \n Thomas (Tom) Succi\n Technical & Safety Trainer \n Tom has worked in metering in New England for the past 48 years as a meter technician\, instructor\, engineer and manager. He has created instructional programs and taught in the region for most of his career and also ran the meter apprentice training for many years at National Grid as a Principal Trainer. \nHe recently retired as the Supervisor of Meter Test and Engineering at United Illuminating and looks forward to continuing his career as an instructor. Tom holds a BS and an AS in Engineering Technology as well as an advanced certificate in Management from WPI. \nTom and his wife Arlene currently reside in Connecticut. URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-advanced-transformers/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-@Your-Site-Virtual-Bannerv2.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR