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:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20190101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220228 CREATED:20201015T124927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T192844Z UID:10000079-1618992000-1619103600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Metering I Program DESCRIPTION:In direct response to members’ feedback\, NEPPA announced a completely revitalized Metering Program in 2020. As the Program continues to evolve\, we encourage members and students to provide their honest feedback on the program. \nNEPPA’s Metering I Program will be held April 21 – 22\, 2021 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460). \nNEPPA’s Metering I Program is designed to be an introduction to the fundamentals of meter equipment and safety. The Program will introduce how meters are used as an integral part of the distribution system and why their accurate and efficient readings are critical to a utility’s success. \nClick here to download the detailed agenda. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend \nMetering I is designed for: \nNew or Transitioning Meter Technicians \nLineworkers \nSupervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments \nLocation \nNEPPA Training Center \n200 New Estate Road \nLittleton\, MA 01460 \n  \nLearning Objectives \n \nDemonstrate a foundational/introductory knowledge of meter use\, demand and digital vs. analog meters. \nPractice hands-on safe installation and removal of a meter \nCalculate and demonstrate the safe measurement of electricity \nRecognize meter theft\, revenue protection controls\, and how to safely install service and conduct inspections. \nDemonstrate a basic understanding of net metering\, demand metering and reverse metering. \nAccurately identify faulty equipment and troubleshoot solutions \n \n \n \n \n \n Prerequisites \n Students are expected to participate in the new Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations course\, or have a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts\, theory and mathematics. \n Registration \nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary or other restrictions\, please note them on your registration. \n  \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$875\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$1\,300\n\n\n\n  \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging \nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: \n\nCourtyard by Marriott Littleton – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/night + tax \n102 Constitution Avenue\, Littleton\, MA 01460 \n(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Power \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \n  \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $120/night + tax \n219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA 01886 \n(978) 692-8200 \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \n\nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax \n27 Andrews Parkway\, Devens\, MA 01434 \n(978) 772-3030 \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \n  \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax \n59 Andrews Parkway\, Devens\, MA 01434 \n(978) 772-0600 \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/metering-i-program/2021-04-21/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Metering I Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/2021-Metering-I-Banner.png-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210420 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210424 DTSTAMP:20260406T220228 CREATED:20210203T194601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T190048Z UID:10000002-1618876800-1619222399@neppa.org SUMMARY:2021 Substation I Program - Session 2 DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s Substation I Program is held 4-days/week for 4 weeks/year. Substation I is designed to be an introduction to substations including safety\, design\, operation\, equipment and theory. \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. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation I Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, field visits and tours of different installations\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion.\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Who should Attend \nThis program is designed for the following: \n>Lineworkers or operations employees\n>Substation Technicians\n>Employees or Supervisors transitioning from other departments\n>Engineers\n>Construction Supervisors\n>Project Managers \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Dates & Hours \nUnless otherwise notes\, in-person sessions are held from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm each day. \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. \n Session II: April 20 – 23\, 2021 Session III: May 18 – 21\, 2021 Session IV: June 15 – 18\, 2021 \n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nNEPPA Training Center\n200 New Estate Road\nLittleton\, MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \n>Recognize safety hazards in a substation\n>Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of how electricity is transmitted through substations\n>Practice safely entering\, exiting and performing maintenance in a substation.\n>Apply concepts of the substation’s role in a distribution system.\n>Identify and classify equipment found in a substation\, including applicable safety precautions including PPE\n>Demonstrate an understanding of SCADA\, as well as basic switching and tagging.\n>Ability to deenergize and reenergize a power transformer\n>Recognize applicable standards\, specifications and regulations such as OSHA and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites \nStudents are expected to take NEPPA’s Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations (BEM) course\, and/or demonstrate a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts\, theory and mathematics through prequalification testing. The BEM Class will be held on the first day of Substation I from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees \nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \n\n\n\n Members:\n$2\,625\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$3\,900\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n CancellationsCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, March 16\, 2021. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session.\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 Tim Richardson\n P.E.\, Safety & Technical 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 Safety & Technical Trainer - Day 1: Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations \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 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. \n  \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 \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/2021-substation-i-program-session-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation I Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2021-Substation-I-Banner-all-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210413 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210417 DTSTAMP:20260406T220228 CREATED:20210301T175751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T190359Z UID:10000075-1618272000-1618617599@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-2/2021-04-13/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20210406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210410 DTSTAMP:20260406T220228 CREATED:20210301T152536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T160531Z UID:10000088-1617667200-1618012799@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-1/2021-04-06/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20210331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210403 DTSTAMP:20260406T220228 CREATED:20210304T173145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T175450Z UID:10000041-1617148800-1617407999@neppa.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Electrical Hazards & Safety Training DESCRIPTION:Based on member demand\, NEPPA is pleased to be offering a brand-new Introduction to Electrical Hazards & Safety Training course being held March 31 – April 2\, 2021 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460). \nIntroduction to Electrical Hazards & Safety Training is designed for new hires in the electric and telecommunications industries. Participants may elect to attend one-\, two-\, or all three-days of the program. \nTopics covered in this program meet the introductory standards required to enter these industries. Over the course of their employment\, participants will require further training for each work duty and responsibility. \nNOTE: In addition to the topics covered in this program\, each employer is responsible for the site-specific training of any new hire or employee. See Employer Responsibilities below. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nBasic Electricity & Mathematics is designed for: \n>Any New Hire in Electric or Telecommunications Industries>New Lineworkers>New or Existing Telecommunications Technicians>New Substation or Meter Technicians>New Operations Personnel>New Office Personnel (Days 1 & 3) \n \n \n \n \n \n Testing & Demonstrations \n Final Exam (25 Questions) \nAll participants are required to demonstrate and perform a pole top\, bucket and enclosed/confined space rescue. NOTE: Only individuals qualified to climb will perform a pole top rescue. \n \n \n \n \n \n Employer Responsibilities \nWhile this program provides awareness and general safety training required for and to begin employment\, the employer is still responsible for providing tool\, equipment\, and site-specific training for each employee. \nEmployer-specific training includes but is not limited to: \n>Site-specific Safety Data Sheets>Written emergency action plans>Tool-specific training>Use of job-specific PPE including harnesses>Utility-specific bucket trucks and/or rescue equipment\, etc. \nNOTE: Only qualified employees may work on or with exposed energized lines or parts of equipment. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nThis 2.5 day\, in-person training will be held at: \nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate Road Littleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda \nAgenda details are subject to change. \nDay 1 – March 31\, 2021 \n8:00 am Welcome & Introductions8:30 am Module 1: Hazardous Communications9:30 am Break9:45 am Module 2: Emergency Action & Evacuations Plans\, Incl. Fire Extinguisher10:45 am Break11:00 am Module 3: Tools & Equipment11:30 am Lunch12:00 pm Module 3: Tools & Equipment (cont.)12:30 pm Module 4: Personal Protective Equipment1:30 pm Module 5: Fall Protection2:30 pm Adjourn \nDay 2 – April 1\, 2021 \n8:00 am Module 6: Electrical Hazard Awareness9:00 am Break9:15 am Module 6: Electrical Hazard Awareness (cont.)10:15 am Break10:30 am Module 7: Work Zone Protection11:30 am Lunch12:00 pm Module 8: Pole Top & Bucket Rescue1:00 pm Module 9: Enclosed/Confined Space Rescue2:30 pm Adjourn \nDay 3 – April 2\, 2021 \n8:00 am Module 10: First Aid/CPR/AED Blended Learning Model **11:30 am Adjourn \n ** Participants are required to complete a portion of their First Aid/CPR/AED training online in advance of the hands-on session. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites \nThere is no prerequisite for Introduction to Electrical Hazards & Safety Training however only individuals qualified to climb will perform a pole top rescue. \nThis is a basic\, foundational course for NEPPA’s technical training programs. \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees \nRegistration fees include lunch on Days 1 & 2. If you have any dietary or other restrictions\, please note them on your registration. \n  \n\n\n\n \nMembers\nNon-Members\n\n\n1-Day Program:\n$245\n$415\n\n\n2-Day Program:\n$475\n$825\n\n\n2.5-Day Program:\n$525\n$1\,025\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 Cancellations Cancellations are accepted until Wednesday\, March 17\, 2021 (or two weeks prior to the start of the class). Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the class. \n \n \n \n \n \n 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\, Authorized OSHA outreach Instructor (Construction)\, Certified Medic First Aid Trainer for First Aid\, CPR\, AED \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 & substation responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance. \nIn his role of Director of Technical Training\, he oversees NEPPA’s lineworker program 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 \n Dennis Regele\n Safety & Technical Trainer\, Authorized OSHA outreach Instructor (General Industry) \n Dennis has been a trainer for the Northeast Public Power Association since November 2018 and travels throughout the Northeast. Dennis 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. Dennis 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 Scott Larsen\n Safety & Technical 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 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 PowerClick 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 + tax242 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) 772-3030Click here to make your reservation online. \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax 59 Andrews Parkway Devens\, 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/introduction-to-electrical-hazards-safety-training/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Intro to Electrical Hazards & Safety Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Intro-to-Hazards-Banner-without-dates.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220228 CREATED:20210127T190729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T193038Z UID:10000034-1617091200-1617116400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations DESCRIPTION:As with most in-person training\, we ask that participants remain flexible as we approach the coming year. Although every effort will be made to hold classes in-person at NEPPA’s Training Center in Littleton\, MA\, we will likely have a combination of in-person\, hybrid and virtual sessions. \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA is pleased to continue offering a 1-day basic and technical prerequisite course for anyone looking to attend technical programs or to gain a basic understanding of electrical theory\, concepts and mathematic principles. \n NEPPA’s Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations course is scheduled to be held March 30\, 2021 and August 10\, 2021 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460) as part of the first day of two other technical programs. \n Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations is designed to be an introduction to the electrical concepts and mathematic principles needed to understand electricity and electrical equipment. This course is a foundational level course that is a basis for additional course work in specific disciplines such as substation\, overhead lines and metering. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nBasic Electricity & Mathematics is designed for: \n\nAll field operations personnel including:\n\nMeter Technicians\nLineworkers\nSubstation Technicians\n\n\nCustomer Service or Office Personnel looking to understand the product they sell every day\nSupervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments or disciplines\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nThis 1-day\, in-person training will be held at: NEPPA Training Center 200 New Estate Road Littleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \n\nPractice and solve mathematic problems used in electrical power measurements\nDemonstrate a basic understanding of electrical theory including electricity and magnetism\nAbility to differentiate between how DC and AC circuits function\nExplain the difference and interconnection of generation\, transmission and distribution of electricity\nDemonstrate an understanding of energy and demand\, and the difference between Kw and Kwh\nAbility to recognize the utmost importance of electrical safety\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n Agenda details are subject to change. \n 8:00 am Welcome & Introductions8:15 am Module 1: Basic Electricity9:45 am Break10:00 am Module 2: Basic Mathematics11:30 am Lunch12:00 pm Module 3: Electric Power & Energy1:00 pm Module 4: Electrical Safety1:30 pm Module 5: Power System Overview3:00 pm Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites There is no prerequisite for Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations. This course is a basic\, foundational course for NEPPA’s technical training programs. \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Registration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary or other restrictions\, please note them on your registration. \n  \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$245\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$415\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations Cancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, March 16\, 2021 or Tuesday\, July 27\, 2021 (or two weeks prior to the start of the class)\, respectively. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the class.\n \n \n \n \n \n Instructor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 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) 540-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Power Click here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $120/night + tax 219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA 01886 (978) 692-8200 Click here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \n SpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax 27 Andrews Parkway\, Devens\, MA 01434 (978) 772-3030 Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \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 Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/basic-electricity-mathematics-for-utility-operations-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/2021-BEM-Banner-3.30.21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210330 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210403 DTSTAMP:20260406T220228 CREATED:20210203T185851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T172035Z UID:10000032-1617062400-1617407999@neppa.org SUMMARY:2021 Substation I Program - Session 1 DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s Substation I Program is held 4-days/week for 4 weeks/year. Substation I is designed to be an introduction to substations including safety\, design\, operation\, equipment and theory. \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. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation I Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, field visits and tours of different installations\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \n  \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion.\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Who should Attend \nThis program is designed for the following: \n\nLineworkers or operations employees\nSubstation Technicians\nEmployees or Supervisors transitioning from other departments\nEngineers\nConstruction Supervisors\nProject Managers\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Dates & Hours \nUnless otherwise notes\, in-person sessions are held from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm each day. \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: March 30 – April 2\, 2021 *\n * Day 1\, March 30th: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm\nSession II: April 20 – 23\, 2021\nSession III: May 18 – 21\, 2021\nSession IV: June 15 – 18\, 2021\n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nNEPPA Training Center\n200 New Estate Road\nLittleton\, MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \n\nRecognize safety hazards in a substation\nDemonstrate a foundational knowledge of how electricity is transmitted through substations\nPractice safely entering\, exiting and performing maintenance in a substation.\nApply concepts of the substation’s role in a distribution system.\nIdentify and classify equipment found in a substation\, including applicable safety precautions including PPE\nDemonstrate an understanding of SCADA\, as well as basic switching and tagging.\nAbility to deenergize and reenergize a power transformer\nRecognize applicable standards\, specifications and regulations such as OSHA and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites\nStudents are expected to take NEPPA’s Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations (BEM) course\, and/or demonstrate a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts\, theory and mathematics through prequalification testing. The BEM Class will be held on the first day of Substation I from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm. \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees \nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \n\n\n\n Members:\n$2\,625\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$3\,900\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations\nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, March 16\, 2021. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session. \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 Tim Richardson\n P.E.\, Safety & Technical 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 Safety & Technical Trainer - Day 1: Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations \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 Lodging\nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: \n Courtyard by Marriott Littleton – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/night + tax 102 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. \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax 242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, 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) 772-3030Click here to make your reservation online. \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax 59 Andrews Parkway Devens\, 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/substation-i-program/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation I Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2021-Substation-I-Banner-all.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210120T145603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T174455Z UID:10000058-1616661000-1616666400@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual Substation Components & Safety DESCRIPTION:March 25\, 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-substation-components-safety/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/@Your-Site-Virtual-Sub-Comp-Safety.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210120T144308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T174354Z UID:10000057-1616574600-1616580000@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual Meter Safety DESCRIPTION:March 24\, 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-vurtual-meter-safety/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/@Your-Site-Virtual-Meter-Safety.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210120T135446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T174415Z UID:10000014-1616488200-1616493600@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual Rigging\, Ropes & Safety DESCRIPTION:March 23\, 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-rigging-ropes-safety/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/@Your-Site-Virtual-Rigging-Ropes-Safety.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210316 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210320 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210302T202705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T202916Z UID:10000051-1615852800-1616198399@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-4/2021-03-16/ 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_1036-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210201T201313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T153206Z UID:10000024-1615363200-1615384800@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/2021-03-10/ 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:20210309T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210119T132857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T133839Z UID:10000061-1615276800-1615298400@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/2021-03-09/ 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:20210309 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210313 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210302T201725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T202018Z UID:10000067-1615248000-1615593599@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-3/2021-03-09/ 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;VALUE=DATE:20210302 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210306 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210301T175751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T190359Z UID:10000074-1614643200-1614988799@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-2/2021-03-02/ 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_4900-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210227 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210301T152536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T160531Z UID:10000087-1614038400-1614383999@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-1/2021-02-23/ 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:20210128T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210128T193633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T174651Z UID:10000017-1611822600-1611828000@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: AC Power System DESCRIPTION: URL:https://neppa.org/event/your-site-virtual-ac-power-system/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T100000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210120T134114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T174736Z UID:10000066-1611822600-1611828000@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual AC Power Systems DESCRIPTION:January 28\, 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-ac-power-systems/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/@Your-Site-Virtual-AC-POWER-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210128 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210119T200354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T174801Z UID:10000065-1611705600-1611791999@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site APPA Safety Manual (Part 2) 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\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/appa-safety-manual-2/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/@Your-Site-Virtual-APPA-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210127 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20210113T144107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T174829Z UID:10000015-1611619200-1611705599@neppa.org SUMMARY:@Your-Site Virtual: APPA Safety Manual (Part 1) DESCRIPTION:January 26\, 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-appa-safety-manual-1/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:@Your-Site Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/@Your-Site-Virtual-APPA-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T114500 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20201014T183352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T192651Z UID:10000086-1607076000-1607082300@neppa.org SUMMARY:2020 Annual Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Please join us for NEPPA’s Annual Membership Meeting being held Friday\, December 4\, 2020 Virtually 10:00 am – 11:45 am. \nReview 2020\, learn about NEPPA’s plans for 2020\, build relationships with your professional colleagues and industry partners and meet with old and new friends. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda \nThe agenda is still being finalized and is therefore subject to change. \n9:30 am Pre check-in \n10:00 am Members Welcome & President’s Address\, Mr. Justin Connell\, President \n10:10 am Keynote – TBD \n10:30 am Commissioner Service & Century Awards \n10:40 am Executive Director’s Report\, Ms. Bonnie Biocchi\, Executive Director\, NEPPA \n10:50 am Francis “Skip” Willey Individual Achievement & Distinguished Awards \n11:00 am Financial Reports\, Ms. Elizabeth Dailey\, Director of Administration & Finance\, NEPPA \n11:10 am Outstanding Affiliate Member & NEPPA Service Awards \n11:20 am Legislative Update\, Meguire Whitney\, LLC\, Ms. Elizabeth Whitney \n11:35 am Person of the Year Award \n11:45 am Adjourn \nRegistration – Opening Soon \n \n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n \nThis event is free to members; However\, it is important that we know you are coming so Please RSVP today\, so we can plan accordingly. \nPlease contact Wendy Esche at wesche@neppa.org if you have any questions. \nQuestions? Don’t hesitate to call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/2020-annual-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtually ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/2020-Annual-Membership-Meeting-banner-3.1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20201015T124927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T192844Z UID:10000078-1605600000-1605711600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Metering I Program DESCRIPTION:In direct response to members’ feedback\, NEPPA announced a completely revitalized Metering Program in 2020. As the Program continues to evolve\, we encourage members and students to provide their honest feedback on the program. \nNEPPA’s Metering I Program will be held April 21 – 22\, 2021 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460). \nNEPPA’s Metering I Program is designed to be an introduction to the fundamentals of meter equipment and safety. The Program will introduce how meters are used as an integral part of the distribution system and why their accurate and efficient readings are critical to a utility’s success. \nClick here to download the detailed agenda. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend \nMetering I is designed for: \nNew or Transitioning Meter Technicians \nLineworkers \nSupervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments \nLocation \nNEPPA Training Center \n200 New Estate Road \nLittleton\, MA 01460 \n  \nLearning Objectives \n \nDemonstrate a foundational/introductory knowledge of meter use\, demand and digital vs. analog meters. \nPractice hands-on safe installation and removal of a meter \nCalculate and demonstrate the safe measurement of electricity \nRecognize meter theft\, revenue protection controls\, and how to safely install service and conduct inspections. \nDemonstrate a basic understanding of net metering\, demand metering and reverse metering. \nAccurately identify faulty equipment and troubleshoot solutions \n \n \n \n \n \n Prerequisites \n Students are expected to participate in the new Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations course\, or have a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts\, theory and mathematics. \n Registration \nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary or other restrictions\, please note them on your registration. \n  \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$875\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$1\,300\n\n\n\n  \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging \nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: \n\nCourtyard by Marriott Littleton – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/night + tax \n102 Constitution Avenue\, Littleton\, MA 01460 \n(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Power \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \n  \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $120/night + tax \n219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA 01886 \n(978) 692-8200 \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \n\nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax \n27 Andrews Parkway\, Devens\, MA 01434 \n(978) 772-3030 \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \n  \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $129/night + tax \n59 Andrews Parkway\, Devens\, MA 01434 \n(978) 772-0600 \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \n Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/metering-i-program/2020-11-17/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Metering I Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/2021-Metering-I-Banner.png-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201119 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20201016T131519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T192903Z UID:10000082-1605571200-1605743999@neppa.org SUMMARY:Project Management & Customer Relations DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Collaborative Learning\, Inc.\, NEPPA is pleased to offer a two half day Project Management & Customer Relations course being held in conjunction with the Public Utility Management Progam (PUMP) on Tuesday\, November 17 & Wednesday\, November 18\, 2020. \nThis course provides a basic understanding project management principles\, policies and processes. The course also helps participants understand dynamics of the municipal-utility customer relationship as well as financial management\, budgeting and long-term financial planning methods.\n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend? This course is suitable for anyone new or established in the electric utility industry including: \n-General Managers -Business/Office Managers -Customer Service Managers\, Supervisors\, Representatives -Commissioners/Board Members -Anyone looking to get a better understanding of the electric utility industry \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Purpose & Objectives The purpose of the Project Managment module is to help participants understand and apply basic principles of project and program management in their work as municipal utility managers. Included is an overview of project/program policies\, structures\, processes and tools that is designed to acquaint participants with basic issues of creating and managing projects and project teams. Participants in this program will be better able to effectively organize people and resources\, schedule major activities and milestones\, monitor and report progress\, close\, and evaluate both the results and management process. \nThe purpose of the Customer Relations program is to help participants understand the traditional municipal utility – customer relationship and some of the dynamics that are changing that relationship. This program begins with an overview of typical customer service rules and regulations (i.e. basic and value-added service offerings\, business terms\, technical requirements\, etc.)\, and some of the challenges that are inherent in applying those rules and regulations objectively\, but with flexibility. This program also provides participants with insight and understanding on the principles and practices that allow funding of projects and programs to improve the utility systems and the delivery of services that provide good value for the cost. Participants will explore financial management\, budgeting techniques\, long-term financial planning methods\, and various forms of electric rates. Participants will also learn how to convey these principles and practices to utility policy makers. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Topics\nPrinciples of Project/Program Management \n\n\n\nPolicies and practices for identifying\, documenting\, and prioritizing projects and programs\n\n\n\nProject Organization \n\nThe project/program manager’s role\, responsibility\, authority\, accountability and evaluation criteria.\nProject/program team member’s role\, responsibility\, authority\, accountability and evaluation criteria.\nDevelopment of project/program objectives\, scope and team charter.\n\nProject/Program Planning \n\n\n\nDevelopment of a work breakdown structure with milestones\, tasks\, subtasks\, and work products.\nBasic principles of scheduling using Gantt charts and critical path analysis.\nEstimating resource requirements and make work assignments to project team members.\n\n\n\nProject/Program Execution \n\n\n\nMonitoring and reporting project/program progress in terms of tasks completed\, work products delivered\, and resources used.\nTechniques for leading the project team and avoiding potential problems\nHandling the unexpected\nClosing and evaluation the project/program\nProject management tools and other resources\n\n\n\nCustomer Relations \n\n\n\nCustomer services (basic and value-added services)\nCustomer service rules and regulations (standards\, business terms\, technical requirements)\nDefining Revenue Requirements\nDeveloping Key Financial Targets\nDeveloping Financial Plans\nContributions to the City\nBasic Cost of Service Terminology\nBasics of Rate design and implementation\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n Tuesday\, November 17\, 2020 \n9:00 am Introductions & Objectives \n9:30 am Project Management \n12:30 pm Adjourn \n Wednesday\, November 18\, 2020 \n9:00 am Customer Relations \n12:30 pm Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nRegistration fees include coffee\, baked goods and lunch each day. Registration fees DO NOT include overnight accommodations (please see “Lodging” below for booking information at nearby hotels with a negotiated rate). \n Members: $495 \nNon-Members: $945 \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations \n Cancellations are accepted until Thursday\, October 15\, 2020. Substitutions may be made at any time. \n  \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n CancellationsCancellations are accepted until Thursday\, October 15\, 2020. Substitutions may be made at any time. \n \n \n \n \n \n Instructors\nR. John Miner\, P.E. John is President and owner of Collaboration Unlimited and Collaborative Learning\, Inc. since 1995 and has worked as a management consultant since 1987\, providing services to clients in the electric\, water\, wastewater and communications utility industries. He lives and works out of Austin\, Texas and Cedar\, Michigan. \nJohn consults with utilities throughout the United States in a wide range of areas related to business strategy\, governance\, performance management\, organizational development\, and technical operations. He is nationally known and respected for his subject area knowledge of utility enterprises and his skills as a consultant and facilitator. John is often called on to organize and lead governing board and executive management retreats as well as guide management and employee work teams and interventions aimed at resolving specific performance problems. \nJohn works with governing boards on policy and strategy development\, executive recruitment and executive evaluation. He has also conducted numerous organizational and management reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of and recommend changes to existing organizational structures\, work processes and practices\, and support facilities and equipment. John has delivered management and technical education programs for organizations throughout the U.S. and in six overseas locations. \nDawn Lund is Vice President of Utility Financial Solutions and has over 20 years of experience in financial analysis for utility systems. She provides financial assessment\, cost of service studies and financial plans for utilities throughout the U.S.\, Canada\, Guam and the Caribbean and teaches a variety of financial planning courses for the American Public Power Association \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: \n\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 PowerClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL *** Due to COVID\, please call the hotel directly. \n  \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $120/night + tax219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200Click here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \n\n\nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $129/night + tax27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL. \n  \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 Questions?\n Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/project-management-customer-relations/ LOCATION:Virtually CATEGORIES:PUMP ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Project-Mgt-Cust.-Relations-Banner.png-Nov-17-18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220229 CREATED:20201102T183541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T163242Z UID:10000071-1604574000-1604577600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Professional Networking DESCRIPTION:NEPPA Webinar Series\nNEPPA and Collaborative Learning\, Inc. have partnered to offer a series of four 1-hour webinars to help NEPPA members better understand regulatory requirements\, leadership skills\, a changing workforce\, and emerging technologies in the utility industry. \nThe NEPPA Webinar Series is being offered as part of NEPPA’s Public Utility Management Program (PUMP). Participation in at least two of four webinars is expected as part of completing PUMP. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The 1-Hour Professional Networking Webinar will be held Thursday\, November 5th beginning at 11:00 am and covers the following: \n\nWhat Networking Is and What It Is not\nWhy Networking Is Important\nHow to Identify Networking Opportunities\nHow to Employ Different Methods for Networking\n\nNetworking is an important way to engage with others for the purpose of exchanging information and building relationships. \nIn this webinar\, we will explore together the opportunities that networking offers for public power leaders to continuously expand and renew their knowledge and awareness…enhance their leadership skills and impact…even find new approaches that others have used successfully to handle difficult situations and problems. \nWe will also explore the benefits and limitations of various networking methods and ways to keep your network viable and useful to you and your networking colleagues.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nMembers: $80 \nNon-Members: $125 \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations\nCancellations are accepted until Thursday\, October 22\, 2020. Substitutions may be made at any time. \n \n \n \n \n \n Webinar Facilitator\nJohn Miner\, P.E.\, President\, Collaborative Learning\, Inc. \nBefore forming his own company in 1995\, John worked as a management consultant with two nationally recognized consulting/engineering firms\, served as Chief Operating Officer for the Austin\, Texas\, Electric Utility Department\, and as General Manager of the Rochester\, Minnesota Public Utilities. John has been an instructor of technical and management courses for the American Public Power Association for 35 years and for the University of Wisconsin Madison for 20 years. \nJohn’s technical seminars and workshops for utilities have covered such topics as application of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)\, overhead and underground distribution systems\, electric system planning\, construction\, operations and maintenance. John earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering\, with honors\, and a Master of Science degree in Engineering Science\, both from the University of Toledo. He is a member of Tau Beta Pi and Eta Kappa Nu engineering honorary societies. John is a Senior Life Member of the IEEE.\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/professional-networking/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Webinars/Virtual Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/NEPPA-Webinar-Professional-Networking.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201103T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220230 CREATED:20201022T184206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T175808Z UID:10000016-1604390400-1604491200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Basic Cost of Service & Strategic Rate Design (APPA) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA has partnered with the American Public Power Association to bring two high caliber cost of service and rate design training in-house. Participants may elect to participate in one\, or both days of the training program. \nWho Should Attend\nThese courses are designed for: \n\nGeneral managers\nCommissioners\nFinance and accounting personnel\nRate analysts\nFinancial planners\nPolicymakers\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda. \n \n \n \n \n \n Basic Cost of Service: Concepts & Rate Planning\nCourse Overview (1-Day\, November 3\, 2020) \nExplore the ins and outs of cost of service—from basic concepts to leveraging data for decision making. Learn how to determine revenue requirements and key financial targets and relate them to cost of service. Find out how to develop a long-term rate plan and use financial targets to determine customer rates\, borrowing needs\, and capital improvements. \nThis course does not have prerequisites\, nor does it require advance preparation. \nCourse Topics \n\n\n\nBasic cost of service concepts\, terminology\, and processes\nCollect and use of cost of service data\nDetermine revenue requirements using cash and utility-based approaches\nSet key financial targets related to cost of service\nDevelop a cash reserve policy\nDetermine rate policies and long-term rate plans\nCommunicate rate changes to policymakers and customers\nUse customer rates to fund infrastructure replacements\n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes \nUpon completion of this virtual course\, participants will be able to successfully: \n\n\n\n\n\nRecognize the objectives of a cost of service (COS) study.\nIdentify data needed for a COS and how it is used.\nDiscuss revenue requirements.\nIdentify key financial targets that help determine rate changes.\nDefine common Cost of Service terminology.\nClassify Functionalization\, Classification\, and Allocation methods.\nReview COS results to identify rate structure applications to your utility.\nDiscuss best rate practices.\nExplain rate changes to the end user\, board or council.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Strategic Rate Design: Trends and Distributed Generation Impacts\nCourse Overview (8:30 am – 12:00 pm\, November 4\, 2020) \nReview the latest industry rate trends\, evaluate new rate structures\, and learn how to recover fixed costs and fund infrastructure investments. Hear how other utilities are integrating distributed energy resources and restructuring rates to properly recover costs. \nThis course does not have prerequisites\, nor does it require advance preparation. \n  \nCourse Topics \n\n\n\n\n\nAnalyze industry rate trends and future rate structures\nDetermine the role of a monthly customer charge in rate design\nDevelop rates that reflect utility costs\, maintain financial stability\, and promote energy conservation\nDevelop time-of-use rate structures and real-time pricing rates\nDevelop marginal cost-based prices signals\nUnderstand rate options for rooftop solar installations\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion of this virtual course\, participants will be able to successfully: \n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify alternative methods and factors to consider when modifying current line extension methodology.\nDescribe the types of rates and methodology used to promote energy conservation\, reflect utility costs or create revenue stability for the utility.\nDiscuss the positives and negatives of the various rate structures and applications to your utility.\nExplain the benefits and application of economic development rates.\nDiscuss the types of power cost adjustment methods used in the electric industry.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\nBasic Cost of Service\nTuesday\, November 3\, 2020 \n8:30 a.m. Section One \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Introduction and Overview\nDiscussion of Learning Objectives\nDefinition of Cost of Service and Objectives\nInformation Gathering for a COS\nDefining Revenue Requirements\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:30 a.m. Break \n9:40 a.m. Section Two \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey Financial Targets\nDetailed Calculations\nSetting Minimums and Industry Standards\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10:30 p.m. Break \n10:40 a.m. Section Three \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost of Service Terminology\nOverview of Functionalization\, Classification and Allocation\nBasic COS Results\nUsing COS Results\nCurrent Rate Structures Compared to COS Results\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:30 a.m. Section Four \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRate Adjustment Assessments\nBest Practices\nHow to Explain Rate Changes to End User\, Board and Council\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNoon Adjourn \n Strategic Rate Design: Trend and Distributed Generation Impacts \nWednesday\, November 4\, 2020 \n8:30 a.m. Section One \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Introduction and Overview\nDiscussion of Learning Objectives\nIndustry Challenges\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:15 a.m. Section Two: Industry Rate Trends: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCustomer Charges Positives & Negatives\nWhat Costs Are Included in the Customer Charge\nPositives and Negatives of Various Rate Structures\nDynamic Pricing Structures\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10:00 a.m. Break \n10:15 a.m. Section Three – Developing Marginal Cost-Based Rate Structures \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime-Differentiated Pricing Theories\nTime based rate structures\nReal-Time Pricing\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00 a.m. Section Four – Rate Options for solar & EV \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMetering and Billing Requirements for Renewable Generation\n\no Net Metering\n\nWhy Potential Cost-Shifting Can Occur with Net Metering\n\n\no Net Billing\n\nWhy Net Billing May Only Partially Correct Cost-Shifting\nNeed to Correct Customer Rate Structures\n\n\no Buy All\, Sell All\n\nFully Recovering Costs without Modifying Rate Structures\n\n\no Developing commercial and residential electric vehicle rates\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNoon Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n jkfasfjd;aj \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 1-Day Program (Either November 3rd OR November 4th) \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$525\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$1\,095\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2-Day Program (November 3rd AND November 4th) \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$750\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$1\,425\n\n\n\n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? \nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/basic-cost-of-service-strategic-rate-design-appa/ LOCATION:Virtually ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/NEW-DATE_-COS-Rate-Design-Banner2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201005T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201005T093000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220230 CREATED:20200922T191057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T175059Z UID:10000085-1601884800-1601890200@neppa.org SUMMARY:General Manager / General Forum Roundtable DESCRIPTION:2020 General Manager & General Forman Resource Roundtable\n \nOctober 5\, 2020 (8:00 am – 9:30 am) | NEPPA Headquarters\, Littleton\, MA; Web Meeting\nNEPPA is pleased to announce we will be offering a FREE In person / Virtual General Manager Roundtable on Monday\, October 5th beginning at 8:00 am via In-person & Zoom. \n\nTo maintain security best practices for Zoom meetings\, registration and approval are required. Please submit your registration using the “Register Now” button below and once approved\, unique login credentials will be sent to you. \nWho Should Attend? \nThis Roundtable is designed for anyone involved with Mutual Aid Software: \n\nGeneral Managers\nGeneral Foreman\nMutual Aid Software Users\n\nAgenda \nThe agenda is being finalized and is therefore subject to change. \n8:00 am Guest Presenter: Nick Lawler\, GM\, LELWD and Chair of NEPPA’s Mutual Aid Committee \nWorried about the storm season ahead? Not sure how to call for Mutual Aid? We are offering a training session to learn about NEPPA’s new outage notification software! \nCome and learn how the Veoci system will simplify the process for requesting and tracking mutual aid\, followed by a Q & A session. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to be prepared for the storm season! \n 9:00 am Q&A \n9:30 am Adjourn \nRegistration \nRegistration is required\, Complimentary to members. \n \nQuestions? \nPlease contact Wendy Esche\, Director of Marketing\, Communications & Events at wesche@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2207. URL:https://neppa.org/event/general-manager-general-forum-roundtable/ LOCATION:In Person or Virtual\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Roundtables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/GM-GF-Rtable-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200922T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200922T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220230 CREATED:20210128T193324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T175134Z UID:10000040-1600761600-1600794000@neppa.org SUMMARY:2020 Substation I Program DESCRIPTION:2020 Substation I Program \n September – November\, 2020 | NEPPA Training Center (Littleton\, MA) \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/2020-substation-i-program/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Substation I Program END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T143000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220230 CREATED:20200825T200920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T193423Z UID:10000083-1600160400-1600180200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Active Shooter & Workplace Violence DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to partner with Blue-U Defense Seminars and offer this highly engaging and interactive Active Shooter & Workplace Violence: Understanding Policy and Procedure’s Critical Role in Prevention Seminar\, followed by a facilitated roundtable discussion. \n  \nDue to the emergency COVID-19 pandemic response\, this session has been rescheduled and will be held Tuesday\, September 15\, 2020 beginning at 9:00 am at NEPPA’s Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA).\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nThis seminar is designed for anyone involved in or impacted by safety preparedness policies and procedures\, including: \n\nGeneral Managers\nOccupational Safety & Health Professionals\nCrew Leaders\nGeneral Foremen\nOffice Managers\nCustomer Service Representatives\nMetering & Field Personnel\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Overview\nVery few organizations have effective and practical policy and procedure in place for an incident of violence or active shooter incident. For many\, policies and procedures look great on paper\, however\, when you examine what’s expected of employees it’s simply not possible to carry out under the circumstances of an incident. \nPolicy and procedure is an area where limitation of vulnerability to organizational liability is critical. \nThis seminar brings a very high-level understanding to policy and procedure and its real effectiveness in what it’s designed to accomplish. \nThe facilitated Roundtable will be an open discussion about what other policies and procedures are being used\, what resources are available\, and what are best practices to follow. \n Click here to download the Seminar Agenda & Brochure. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\nThe agenda is still being finalized and is therefore subject to change. \n8:30 am Registration\, Coffee & Baked Goods Available \n9:00 am Policy & Procedure’s Critical Role in Prevention \nLt. Terry Choate & Det. Joe Hileman\, Blue-U Defense Seminars \n12:00 pm Lunch \n1:00 pm Roundtable Discussion \n2:30 pm Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructors \nTerry Choate is a Co-Founder and Training Specialist for Blue-U Defense. He has served as TeamTerry Choate is a Co-Founder and Training Specialist for Blue-U Defense. He has served as TeamCommander of the Monadnock Regional Special Response (SWAT) Team and for 14 years as a Lieutenantwith the Jaffrey (NH) Police Department. \n Prior to law enforcement\, Mr. Choate spent over 20years in management positions with Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Choate is an author and subjectmatter expert on Criminal Behavior and Drug Abuse & Abusers.In addition\, Mr. Choate’s experience with Executive Security International provides expertise in SecuritySurveys\, Advances\, Personal and Executive Protection\, CCTV Surveillance\, Stalking and DangerousHuman Behavior\, Anti/Counter Terrorism\, and Business Security. \n Joe Hileman is a Co-Founder and Training Specialist for Blue-U Defense. He served as the Assistant Team Commander of the Monadnock Regional Special Response (SWAT) Team and for 11 years as a Detective with the Jaffrey (NH) Police Department. Prior to his career in Law Enforcement\, he served as Security Supervisor at the corporate management level of a Fortune 500 company. \n Mr. Hileman holds two A.A. degrees in Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice – Corrections\, Probation\, and Parole. His extensive tactical training includes: \n \n\nSWAT 1 and 2 Certification\, Tactical Officers and LEADS Consulting\nSWAT Team Leader/Commander\nUse of Force\, Active Shooter Instructor\nNarcotics – Covert Surveillance\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \nRegistration fees include coffee\, breaks and lunch. \n  \nNEPPA Members: $235 \nNon-Members: $395 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, September 1\, 2020. Substitutions may be made at any time. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: \n  \nCourtyard by Marriott Littleton – King: $155/night + tax; Queen/Queen: $165/night + tax \n102 Constitution Avenue \nLittleton\, MA 01460 \n(978) 540-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Power \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Corporate Rate: BZL \n  \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center – $120/night + tax \n219 Littleton Road \nWestford\, MA 01886 \n(978) 692-8200 \nClick here to make your reservation online using the Rate Access Code: NEPPA. \n  \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 using the Group Code: BZL. \n  \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? \n Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/active-shooter-workplace-violence/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/NEW-DATE_-Active-Shooter_-Policy-Prevention-Icon.-small.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T220230 CREATED:20200827T211916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T175219Z UID:10000084-1600156800-1600182000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations DESCRIPTION:2020 Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations\n \nSeptember 15\, 2020 (8:00 am – 3:00 pm) | NEPPA Training Center (Littleton\, MA ) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In direct response to members’ feedback\, NEPPA is pleased to announce a brand new 1-day basic and technical prerequisite course for anyone looking to attend technical programs\, to gain a basic understanding of electrical theory\, concepts and mathematic principles. \nNEPPA’s Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations course will be held September 15\, 2020 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460) as part of the first day of our new Substation I Program. \nBasic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations is designed to be an introduction to the electrical concepts and mathematic principles needed to understand electricity and electrical equipment. This course is a foundational level course that is a basis for additional course work in specific disciplines such as substation\, overhead lines\, and metering. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nBasic Electricity & Mathematics is designed for: \n\nAll field operations personnel including:\n\nMeter Technicians\nLineworkers\nSubstation Technicians\n\n\nCustomer Service or Office Personnel looking to understand the product they sell every day\nSupervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments or disciplines URL:https://neppa.org/event/basic-electricity-mathematics-for-utility-operations/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/NEW-DATE_-Basic-Electricity-Math-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200520 DTSTAMP:20260406T220230 CREATED:20200221T212927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T175256Z UID:10000103-1589760000-1589932799@neppa.org SUMMARY:Engineering & Operations Conference and Expo DESCRIPTION:***NEW THIS YEAR: NOW including Customer Service Track*** Agenda\n(agenda details are still being finalized and are subject to change)Operations Track | Management Track | Engineering Track | Customer Service Track \n\n\n Monday\, May 18\, 2020 \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 Jeanne It 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. \n9:30 AM \nBreak 9:45 AM \nBreakout Sessions \n MANAGEMENT TRACK Transmission Cost \n OPERATIONS TRACK OSHA Standards & Compliance Panel\nThis panel session will ask a series of questions about OSHA standards and compliance as it relates to the electric utility industry and will have an open Q&A session as well. \n ENGINEERING TRACK Bitcoin & Blockchain – Effect on Utilities by Prakash Santhana\, Managing Director Deloitte Transactions & Business Analytics\, LLP \nCUSTOMER SERVICE TRACK Mindful Thinking – The Skills to Free Yourself When Stress Takes Over by Jon Wortmann\, thought LEADERS\, LLC Stress\, which can drive us crazy\, is actually a valuable signal from our brain. This workshop teaches how to reduce\, manage\, and recover from stress faster and with intention. \n10:45 AM Break & Exhibit Hall Opens \n11:00 AM Breakout Sessions \n MANAGEMENT TRACK Best Pratices – 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 Behind the Meter Generation to Calculate Network Load & ISO by David Cavanaugh\, ENE \nCUSTOMER SERVICE TRACK Conflict Resolution – Focusing on the Customer by Jon Wortmann\, thought LEADERS\, LLC The customer is not always right\, and we have to manage conflict with intention and poise. How? This workshop invites a new attitude and the specific techniques that transform customers from angry to partners in solving their problems. \n12:00 PM Lunch in the Exhibit Hall \n2:00 PM Breakout Sessions/Demos \n MANAGEMENT TRACK Commonwealth Fusion Center – Massachusetts Cybersecurity Program by Sergeant Brian Gavioli\, Massachusetts State Police. \n OPERATIONS TRACK NERC Distributed Energy and the Impacts on the UFLS Program by Brian Robinson\, Utility Services \n ENGINEERING TRACK Understanding Moisture Transformers by Thomas Prevost\, VP Innovation and R&D – Weidmann Electrical Technology \nCUSTOMER SERVICE TRACK Changing Work Place Ethics/ Different Generations by Dierdre Lawrence\, Duncan & Allen \n3:00 PM Raffle Drawing in Exhibit Hall \n3:30 PM Adjourn & Exhibitor Breakdown/Load Out \n3:00 PM Mutual Aid Committee Meeting \n\n\nTuesday\, May 19\, 2020 \n7:30 AM Breakfast \n8:30 AM Breakout Sessions \n MANAGEMENT TRACK GM/ GF Roundtable: What are the things that keep you up at night? What are your plans if a catastrophic event happens? Are you ready? Facilitated by Ken Stone\, BELD \n OPERATIONS TRACK: SAFETY SUMMIT Switching & Tagging – Transmission vs. Distribution? by TBD . \n ENGINEERING TRACK Engineering Roundtable/ TBD by TBD \n9:00 AM NEPPA Board of Directors Meeting \n9:30 AM Break \n9:45 AM Breakout Sessions \n OPERATIONS TRACK TBD by TBA \n ENGINEERING TRACK Engineering Roundtable/ TBD \n11:00 AM Conference Adjourns \nThank you to our Conference Sponsors! Your logo could go here! \nPlease click on the link to register online or download the appropriate forms below. \n \nClick here to download the Attendee Registration Form. \nClick here to download the Exhibitor Registration Form. \nClick here to download the Sponsor Registration Form. \nLodging\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\, April 24\, 2020. Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center – $149/night + tax 1657 Worcester Road Framingham\, MA 01701 (800) 325-3535 You may also make your reservations online at: Book your group rate for NEPPA Engineering & Operations Conference Questions? Please call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/engineering-operations-conference-and-expo/ LOCATION:MA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR