BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NEPPA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NEPPA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://neppa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NEPPA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T164051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T164054Z UID:10000315-1715673600-1715954400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3 DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-3-4/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T163108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T163111Z UID:10000311-1714464000-1714744800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program -- Year 2\, Group B DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-2-group-b-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T110000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20240226T123831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T121458Z UID:10000364-1714464000-1714734000@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Substation I Program - Session III DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s is pleased to offer the Substation I Program which is held in 4-day sessions 4 times a year.  Substation I is designed to be an introduction to substations including safety\, design\, operation\, equipment and theory.  Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \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. Each Friday of the session will be conducted virtually for review and testing. \nClick Here for More Course Information\n  \n  \n \n \n \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\nCourse Dates & Hours \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nSession III: Tuesday\, April 30 – Friday\, May 3\, 2024 \nDay 1 – Tuesday\, April 30 – 8:00am – 2:00pm (in person)Day 2 – Wednesday\, May 1 – 8:00am – 2:00pm (in person)Day 3 – Thursday\, May 2 – 8:00am – 2:00pm (in person)Day 4 – Friday\, May 3 – 8:00am – 11:00am (virtual) \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 \n CLICK HERE FOR DETAILED AGENDA\n\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. \nTotal Fee for all 4 Sessions: \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$2\,795\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$4\,150\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations\nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, March 5\, 2024. 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 \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/2024-substation-i-program-session-iii/ 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/2024/02/2024-Substation-I-16.9-updated-2.22.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T162354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T162356Z UID:10000307-1713859200-1714140000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2\, Group A DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-2-group-a-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20240205T161155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T132603Z UID:10000341-1713859200-1714060800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Public Utility Management Program (PUMP) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is pleased to offer the Public Utility Management Program (PUMP) again in 2024.  The (PUMP) begins in April and ends in November. It features 6 days of in-person training sessions and two additional 1/2-day-virtual sessions\, The in-person sessions will be held on April 23 – 25 and October 29 – 31\, 2024 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460).  Each of these 3-day session will include information on leadership challenges\, best practices\, knowledge/skill/behavior development\, and practical applications. One virtual sessions will be held on June 4th and September 24\, 2024. Each ½-day virtual session will cover additional presentation content that is of interest to the participants\, along with application of learning with coaching and sharing of experiences based on individual learning plan objectives and assignments. \n  \nPUMP is a robust course of study and interaction which covers a variety of management\, leadership\, and operations disciplines necessary for leaders of Public Power\, today and in the future.  Due to the extremely interactive nature of this training experience\, class size is limited. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, participants will have gained 39 Professional Development Hours\, a Certificate of Completion and special recognition for completing the Program. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nTo help position public power to address the growing number of retirements and position changes in the industry\, PUMP is designed for anyone who wants to learn what it takes to be an effective leader including: \n  \n• General Managers• General Foremen• Assistant General Managers• Supervisors• Managers or Team Leads• Aspiring Leaders \n  \nThe Program is designed to address varying levels of experience and perspectives\, from utilities of varying sizes and complexities. Participants may have significant management experience and responsibilities\, be individual contributors with oversight\, or individuals expected to rise into management in the future. \n \n \n \n \n \n What makes PUMP different? \nNow in its 32nd year\, PUMP is the only program of its kind in New England. Participants have a unique opportunity to learn\, grow and network with colleagues from around the region as they hone their skills and knowledge in a thorough\, interactive professional development.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n In-Person and Virtual Sessions & Agenda \nThe 6-Day Program is split into two sessions\, held in April and October. \nThe 2-Virtual half day sessions will by June and September \nClick here to download the detailed agenda\n  \nProgram Objectives\nThe Public Utility Management Program is designed to accomplish the following objectives: \n\nProvide an overview of leadership philosophy and key leadership concepts\, specifical for Public Power organizations.\nEnable participants to better understand their own leadership styles\, strengths and limitations to support ongoing learning and development\nBuild competencies that encourage leadership development in a diverse work environment\nDevelop specific knowledge\, skills and practices around Public Power including utility operations\, finances\, and management.\nHelp participants build and sustain cultures of safe and effective operations.\nUnderstand and build awareness around trends\, technologies\, challenges and changes that impact the utility of the future.\nCreate an interactive learning environment that supports practical application of concepts and uses real-world utility examples.\nEnsure transfer and application of learning to an on-the-job setting.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Topics Covered \nThe following topics will be covered in the Program: \n  \n• Overview of the Electric Utility Industry• Local Public Power System• Financial Management• Introduction to Leadership• Self-Awareness• Organization Awareness• Character• Community• Empowerment• Service• Customer Relations• Sustainability• Strategic Planning• Governance• Delivering Value to Your Organization as a Leader \n \n \n \n \n \n For more detailed informtion\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \nDue to the extremely interactive nature of this training experience\, class size is limited. Registration fees include coffee and lunch\, all program materials\, supplemental assignments\, certificates and special recognition. \nMembers: $3\,195 \nNon-Members: $5\,150 \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, Apirl 9\, 2024 (two-weeks prior to the start of the Program). Substitutions may be made at any time prior to Session I. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nThese in-person training sessions will be held at: \nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/public-utility-management-program-pump-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:PUMP ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-PUMP-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T161719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T161722Z UID:10000303-1712649600-1712930400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1\, Group B DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1-group-b-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T160804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T160807Z UID:10000299-1712044800-1712325600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1 - Group A DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1-group-a/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20240130T151818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T185633Z UID:10000340-1712044800-1712239200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Underground Residential Distribution Program (URD) DESCRIPTION:****NEW Program****\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA’s Underground Residential Distribution (URD) Program will be held April 2 – 4\, 2024\, at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for more information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/underground-residential-distribution-program-urd-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Underground Residential Distribution (URD) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/URD-Web-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20240108T205052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T130947Z UID:10000338-1711614600-1711630800@neppa.org SUMMARY:General Foreman Roundtable DESCRIPTION:2024 General Foreman RoundtableMarch 28\, 2024 (8:30 am – 1:00 pm) | NEPPA Training Center\n\nNEPPA will be having a General Foreman’s Roundtable\, Thursday\, March 28\, 2024 hosted by NEPPA.   \n Agenda \n\n\nThe agenda is being finalized and is therefore subject to change.\n8:30 am       Coffee & Baked Goods Available \n9:00 am       Welcome & Scope of GF RT Meetings – Anthony Calascibetta\, CUSP NEPPA Director of Safety & Training \n9:15 am       Introductions – Facilitator:  Ken Rollins\, Safety Trainer NEPPA \n 9:30 am       Near-Miss Information (Discussion on how to share Best Practices and Lessons Learned). – Presenter: Anthony Calascibetta               \n10:15 am      Break  \n10:30 am      Shifting Seasons (Capitol Projects) – Presenter: Ken Rollins and Dan Flynn  \nElectric utility capital projects typically refer to significant investments made by electric utility companies in infrastructure\, facilities\, equipment\, and technology to improve\, expand\, or maintain their electricity generation\, transmission\, and distribution systems. These projects are essential for ensuring reliable electricity supply\, meeting growing demand\, complying with regulations\, and integrating renewable energy sources. \n\nCrew Commitment / Staff Meeting to discuss upcoming projects.\nHiring Contractors to fill the void.\nProcurement placement.\nBalancing Budgets.\nIs your crew willing to work scheduled overtime? Is it long days or weekends?\n\n11:15 am      Work Zone Safety – Presenter: Anthony Calascibetta\, CUSP NEPPA Director of Safety & Training \nNoon            Lunch and Next Meeting Discussion \n1:00 pm       Adjourn \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for printable agenda\n \n \n \n \n \n RegistrationMembers:  $50.00Non-Members:  $75.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Don’t hesitate to call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/general-foreman-roundtable-5/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Roundtables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-GF-RT-3.28.24-banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20240216T125123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T134313Z UID:10000347-1711440000-1711549800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Metering I Program DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s Metering I Program will be held March 26 – 27\, 2024 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. \n \n MORE COURSE DETAILS\n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nMetering I is designed for: \n\nNew or Transitioning Meter Technicians\nLineworkers\nSupervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments\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 bi-directional metering.\nAccurately identify faulty equipment and troubleshoot solutions\n\nCLICK HERE TO VIEW DETAILED AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n  Registration \nRegistration fees includes supplemental materials above\, as well as\, coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary or other restrictions\, please note them on your registration. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$975\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$1\,500\n\n\n\n  \nCancellation Policy \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, March 12\, 2024 (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 Register Now\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/2024-metering-i-program/ 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/2024/02/2024-METERING-I-16.9-2.12.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T164455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T164458Z UID:10000318-1710835200-1711116000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 4 DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-4-3/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T110000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20240215T194432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T121134Z UID:10000359-1710835200-1711105200@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Substation I Program - Session I DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s is pleased to offer the Substation I Program which is held in 4-day sessions 4 times a year.  Substation I is designed to be an introduction to substations including safety\, design\, operation\, equipment and theory.  Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \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. Each Friday of the session will be conducted virtually for review and testing. \nClick Here for More Course Information\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nWho 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\nCourse Dates & Hours  \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nSession I: Tuesday\, March 19 – Friday\, March 22\, 2024 \nDay 1 – Tuesday\, March 19 – 8:00am – 3:00pm (in person)Day 2 – Wednesday\, March 20 – 8:00am – 2:00pm (in person)Day 3 – Thursday\, March 21 – 8:00am – 2:00pm (in person)Day 4 – Friday\, March 22 – 8:00am – 11:00am (virtual) \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 \n CLICK HERE FOR DETAILED AGENDA\n\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. \nTotal Fee for all 4 Sessions: \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$2\,795\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$4\,150\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations\nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, March 5\, 2024. 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 \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/2024-substation-i-program-session-i/ 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/2024/02/2024-Substation-I-16.9-updated-2.22.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20240207T163907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T115331Z UID:10000346-1710835200-1710860400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is offering a 1-day basic and technical prerequisite course for anyone looking to attend technical programs or to gain a basic understanding of electrical theory\, concepts and mathematic principles. \nNEPPA’s Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations course is scheduled to be held on March 19\, 2024 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460). \nBasic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations is designed to be an introduction to the electrical concepts and mathematic principles needed to understand electricity and electrical equipment. This course is a foundational level course that is a basis for additional course work in specific disciplines such as substation\, overhead lines and metering. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nBasic Electricity & Mathematics is designed for: \nAll field operations personnel including: \n>Meter Technicians>Lineworkers>Substation Technicians>Customer Service or Office Personnel looking to understand the product they sell every day>Supervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments or disciplines \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nThis 1-day\, in-person training will be held at: NEPPA Training Center 200 New Estate Road Littleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \n\nPractice and solve mathematic problems used in electrical power measurements\nDemonstrate a basic understanding of electrical theory including electricity and magnetism\nAbility to differentiate between how DC and AC circuits function\nExplain the difference and interconnection of generation\, transmission and distribution of electricity\nDemonstrate an understanding of energy and demand\, and the difference between Kw and Kwh\nAbility to recognize the utmost importance of electrical safety\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n Agenda details are subject to change. \n 8:00 am Welcome & Introductions8:15 am Module 1: Basic Electricity9:45 am Break10:00 am Module 2: Basic Mathematics11:30 am Lunch12:00 pm Module 3: Electric Power & Energy1:00 pm Module 4: Electrical Safety1:30 pm Module 5: Power System Overview3:00 pm Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here to download the detailed agenda \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites There is no prerequisite for Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations. This course is a basic\, foundational course for NEPPA’s technical training programs. \n \n \n \n \n \n RegistrationRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary or other restrictions\, please note them on your registration. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$285\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$565\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION CLOSED\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 5\, 2024 (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 Instructor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Anthony Calascibetta\, CUSP\n Director of Safety & Training \n Anthony is NEPPA’s Director of Safety & Training. He has 40 years of Electrical experience and 25 years of Electric Utility experience. Starting out as a Lineworker\, he moved to the Substation Division as a Lead Substation Technician. \nHe is proficient in relay testing\, transformer testing\, circuit breaker testing\, and all aspects of wiring in overhead\, underground\, metering\, and substations. \nAnthony is an OSHA Authorized General Industry Trainer\, and OSHA Authorized Construction Trainer. \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  \nJanuary 1 – April 30\, 2024 – $142/night + taxMay 1 – October 31\, 2024 – $168/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2024 – $142/night + tax102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 540-5040  \nReservation Link:  https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1677160713279&key=CORP&app=resvlink \n  \nThe Boxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax \n242 Adams PlaceBoxborough\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \n  \nThe Westford Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $119/night +tax \n219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200 \n  \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – 10% Discount on Prevailing rate at time of booking. \n27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 \n  \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – 10% Discount on Prevailing rate at time of booking. \n59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600 \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/2024-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/2024/02/BEM-16.9-1-2.7.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T163922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T172904Z UID:10000314-1710230400-1710511200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3 DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-3-3/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20240112T224036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T135016Z UID:10000339-1709625600-1709726400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 1B - 1D - 2A-2C DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers hoisting Continuing Education and Test Prep classes for: \n> Hoisting 1B-1D: hoisting machines\, i.e. cranes and bucket trucks\n> Hoisting 2A-2C: digging machines\, i.e. excavators and backhoes \nPer mandated requirement\, all classes are scheduled for 4 hours. These classes are for both\, continuing education (to renew the license) and the test prep (to prepare for the test to receive a brand-new license). \nONLY test prep attendees are NOT required to attend the full 4 hours of class. \nStudents attending classes for continuing education will need to bring their hoisting license for verification and will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each class. If the hoisting license is not brought to class for verification\, or if the license has been expired for more than a year\, the certificate will not be issued. In this case\, you will have to take the test again. Those who attend for the test prep will receive information to study for the test. \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Schedule*\nHoisting classes are scheduled to be held quarterly at the NEPPA Training Center\, however dates are subject to change and may be cancelled if there is lack of interest. \nHoisting Training is also offered @Your-Site. Please indicate your preference on the registration form. \n1B-1D Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 5\, 2024July 23\, 2024October 15\, 2024    \n2A-2C Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 6\, 2024 July 23\, 2024 October 16\, 2024  \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 \n Registration Fees\nRegistration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion.\n\n\n\nMembers:\n$80\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$160\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$80 per person\, minimum $675 (i.e. 9 participants) \nNon-Members \n$160 per person\, minimum $1\,350 (i.e. 9 participants) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now for Hoisting 1B - 1D\n \n Register Now for Hoisting 2A - 2C\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/hoisting-1b-1d-5/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Hoisting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hoisting-1B-1C_-2A-2C-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240301T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T162937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T162940Z UID:10000310-1709020800-1709301600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2\, Group B DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-2-group-b/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T162225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T162228Z UID:10000306-1707811200-1708092000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2\, Group A DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-2-group-a/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T161518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T161521Z UID:10000302-1707206400-1707487200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1\, Group B DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1-group-b/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231106T160252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T160558Z UID:10000298-1706601600-1706882400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Linework Program - Year 1 - Group A DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-linework-program-year-1-group-a/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231213T181217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T141717Z UID:10000332-1706169600-1706193000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Customer Service: Electricity 101 & Customer De-Escalation DESCRIPTION:2024 Customer Service Training January 25\, 2024 (8:00 am – 2:30 pm) | NEPPA Training Center\n\nNEPPA will be having a training on  Understanding the Inner Workings of Electric Distribution and Operations for a Customer Service Representative & Using Verbal De-Escalation Techniques – Dealing with Customer and Public Interactions\, Thursday\, January 25\, 2024 hosted by NEPPA.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend:    \nAll customer service representatives who respond to the customer’s questions.  Anyone who interacts with customers\, whether on the phone or in person. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Overview:  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Understanding the inner workings of Electric Distribution and Operations for a Customer Service Representative.Public power utilities need to be adaptable and responsive to changing customer expectations. Customer Service (CS) Representatives need to understand when a customer asks about the electric utility\, how it operates\, and what and why when speaking with the customer. After taking this course\, the CS rep will gain a better knowledge of how the electric distribution system works\, understand the essential components and definitions of the electric distribution system\, and know how to answer the customer without diverting the call to operations or engineering. This course defines good customer service\, how to identify and meet the needs of different types of customer questions\, and how to create a culture of commitment to excellence in customer service across all areas of utility management\, operations\, and customer interactions—focusing on building customer service as a strategy\, not simply an administrative function. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Topics:   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nGain a better understanding of where the power is coming from.\nHow to use social media productively.\nDiscuss a greener utility.\nUnderstand who owns what- Electric Utility Responsibility vs. Customer Responsibility.\nGain a better knowledge of what’s on the utility pole.\nExplain the difference between overhead and underground distribution.\nUnderstand what your Electric Utility Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is.\nWhat are some of the causes of power disruptions or outages?\nThe dangers of a down power line.\nGain a better understanding of how to work safely around downed electric lines.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Understand what your Electric Utility Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is.\nWhat are some of the causes of power disruptions or outages?\nThe dangers of a down power line.\nGain a better understanding of how to work safely around downed electric lines.\nUnderstand Electricity generation\, transmission\, and distribution.\nThe difference between a trouble call vs. a work order.\nThe Dig Safe process\nUnderstand the Electric Distribution Markers.\nThe reason for a Police Detail.\nVegetation Management.\nGain a better knowledge of the electric utility definitions.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Using Verbal De-Escalation Techniques – Dealing with Customer and Public InteractionsAs a customer service representative\, you will encounter a threatening situation when the customer becomes unruly. This course will teach you some de-escalation tactics to calm the customer down politely. Also\, you will understand the barriers to communicating. While not placing yourself in a compromising position. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Topics:   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWhat is verbal de-escalation?\nRefrain from using physical force.\nGain knowledge of verbal de-escalation tactics.\nLearn how to communicate effectively.\nUnderstand the difference between positive and negative.\nUnderstand how to be an empathic listener and not be dismissive.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRecognize and understand body language.\nUnderstand the encroachment of personal space.\nUnderstand what a challenging posture is and how to avoid them.\nUnderstand the tone of your voice.\nKnow when to ask for help.\nThe dos and don’ts when addressing a customer.\n\n \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 \n\n\nThe agenda is being finalized and is therefore subject to change.\n8:00 am       Coffee & Baked Goods Available \n8:30 am       Welcome & Introductions – Anthony Calascibetta\, CUSP NEPPA Director of Safety & Training    \n8:45 am       Understanding the inner workings of Electric Distribution and Operations for a Customer Service Representative – Part  I. \n10:15 am      Break  \n10:30 am      Understanding the inner workings of Electric Distribution and Operations for a Customer Service Representative – Part II.  \n12:00 pm      Lunch  \n12:30 pm       Using Verbal De-Escalation Techniques – Dealing with Customer & Public Interactions \n2:30 pm       Adjourn \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for printable agenda\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \nMembers:  $275.00Non-Members:  $450.00\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Don’t hesitate to call the office at (978) 540-2200.\n \n Register NOW URL:https://neppa.org/event/understanding-the-inner-workings-of-electric-distribution-and-operations-for-customer-service-rep-using-verbal-de-escalation-techniques-dealing-with-customer-and-public-interactions/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Customer Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024-CS-Electric-101.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231201T160509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T130952Z UID:10000331-1705998600-1706106600@neppa.org SUMMARY:OSHA 10 General Industry DESCRIPTION:OSHA 10 General Industry January 23 & 24\, 2024 (8:30 am – 2:30 pm) | NEPPA Training Center \nThe goal is to have a heightened awareness of the hazards associated with electric utility work and understand control measures to avoid injuries. \n\n Agenda  \n\n\nThe agenda is being finalized and is therefore subject to change. \nDAY ONE Total Contact Hours: 5 \nExact Timing Topic/Subject Number of Hours 08:00am – 09:15am FOCUS: Introduction to OSHA 1.25-hours 09:15am – 09:30am Break 09:30am – 10:30am FOCUS: Walking & Working Surfaces 1-hour 10:30am – 10:45am Break 10:45am – 11:45am FOCUS: Exit Routes\, EAP\, Fire Prevention & Protection 1-hour 11:45pm – 12:15pm Lunch 12:15pm – 01:15pm ELECTIVE: Ergonomics 1-hour01:15pm – 01:30pm Break 01:30pm – 02:30pm ELECTIVE: Machine Guarding 1-Hour\nDAY TWO Total Contact Hours: 5\nExact Timing Topic/Subject Number of Hours 08:00am – 09:00am FOCUS: Personal Protective & Equipment 1-hour 09:00am – 09:15am Break 09:15am – 10:15am FOCUS: Electrical Hazards 1-hour 10:15am – 10:30am Break 10:30am – 11:30am FOCUS/Hazard Communication 1-hour 11:30am – 12:00pm Lunch 12:00pm – 01:00pm ELECTIVE: Material Handling 1-hour 01:15pm – 01:30pm Break 01:30pm – 02:30pm OPTIONAL: ARC FLASH/Insulate & Isolate 1-hour\n\nRegistrationMembers:  $145Non-Members:  $265\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for printable agenda\n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Don’t hesitate to call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/osha-10/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:OSHA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/OSHA-10-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070516 CREATED:20231107T171505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T172313Z UID:10000326-1702456200-1702472400@neppa.org SUMMARY:General Foreman Roundtable DESCRIPTION:2023 General Foreman RoundtableDecember 13\, 2023 (8:30 am – 1:00 pm) | NEPPA Training Center\n\nNEPPA will be having a General Foreman’s Roundtable\, Wednesday\, December 13\, 2023 hosted by NEPPA.   \n Agenda \n\n\nThe agenda is being finalized and is therefore subject to change.\n8:30 am       Coffee & Baked Goods Available \n9:00 am       Welcome & Scope of GF RT Meetings \nAnthony Calascibetta\, CUSP NEPPA Director of Safety & Training \n9:15 am       Introductions \nFacilitator:  Ken Rollins\, Safety Trainer NEPPA                \n10:15 am      Break  \n10:30 am      What is the Difference Between a Supervisor and a Manager? \nQualities of a Good Supervisor- \n\nStrong Verbal and Written Communication\nEmotional Intelligence\nAbility to Delegate\nBeing flexible\nMaintaining a Positive Attitude\nPassion for the Organization\nDiversity Awareness\nProblem Solving\nCoaching\, Mentoring/Staff Development\nTeamwork\n\n 11:15 am      Winter Preparedness: Is your Utility Ready? \n                   Presentation: Anthony Calascibetta\, CUSP NEPPA Director of Safety & Training \nNoon            Lunch and Next Meeting Discussion \n 1:00 pm       Adjourn \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for printable agenda\n \n \n \n \n \n RegistrationMembers:  $50.00Non-Members:  $75.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Don’t hesitate to call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/general-foreman-roundtable-4/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Roundtables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/GF-RT-12.2023-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070517 CREATED:20221207T170557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T220711Z UID:10000127-1702368000-1702659600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year IV DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-iv-3/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-Revised-2.3.23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070517 CREATED:20221103T164622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T221115Z UID:10000202-1702368000-1702400400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year IV DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-iv/2023-12-12/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-Revised-2.3.23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070517 CREATED:20230214T160522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T160523Z UID:10000120-1701763200-1702054800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year III DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-iii-3/2023-12-05/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-Revised-2.3.23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070517 CREATED:20221103T175838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T180334Z UID:10000135-1701158400-1701352800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program Make-up DESCRIPTION: URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-make-up/2023-11-28/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-Make-ups-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231121T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070517 CREATED:20230717T130406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T130407Z UID:10000262-1700553600-1700568000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 2A - 2C DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers hoisting Continuing Education and Test Prep classes for: \n> Hoisting 1B-1D: hoisting machines\, i.e. cranes and bucket trucks\n> Hoisting 2A-2C: digging machines\, i.e. excavators and backhoes \nPer mandated requirement\, all classes are scheduled for 4 hours. These classes are for both\, continuing education (to renew the license) and the test prep (to prepare for the test to receive a brand-new license). \nONLY test prep attendees are NOT required to attend the full 4 hours of class. \nStudents attending classes for continuing education will need to bring their hoisting license for verification and will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each class. If the hoisting license is not brought to class for verification\, or if the license has been expired for more than a year\, the certificate will not be issued. In this case\, you will have to take the test again. Those who attend for the test prep will receive information to study for the test. \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Schedule*\nHoisting classes are scheduled to be held quarterly at the NEPPA Training Center\, however dates are subject to change and may be cancelled if there is lack of interest. \nHoisting Training is also offered @Your-Site. Please indicate your preference on the registration form. \n1B-1D Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 14\, 2023July 11\, 2023November 14\, 2023 \n2A-2C Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 21\, 2023July 18\, 2023November 14\, 2023 \n* To request a 2D Hoisting Class\, contact NEPPA at (978) 540-2200. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees\nRegistration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion.\n\n\n\nMembers:\n$75\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$150\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n If you are looking to hold Hoisting Training @Your-Site\, please be sure to select “1B-1D Hoisting: @Your-Site” or “2A-2C Hoisting: @Your-Site” on the registration form. \nClasses scheduled @Your-Site are subject to the same per person and minimum class size as other 3-hour @Your-Site Training Sessions: \n          NEPPA Members (Utility & Affiliate) \n$75 perperson\, minimum $675 (i.e. 9 participants) \nNon-Members \n$150 per person\, minimum $1\,350 (i.e. 9 participants) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Instructors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Safety & Technical Trainer \n Dan Flynn has been a safety trainer with Northeast Public Power Association\, since September 2018 after retiring from Wakefield Municipal Gas and Light Dept with more than a 40 year career in public power. \nDan started in the electric meter department in the 1970’s and worked his way through the electric line department as a lineman/line foremen and his last position as the electric department superintendent. Some of Dan’s responsibilities covered construction\, maintenance\, and safety of the electric line division. Dan continues to maintain his 1B/2A Mass. hoisting license and a Mass. Class A Driving license. \nDan is a lifelong resident of Wakefield\, MA where he lives with his wife Alayne of 39 years they have two adult children. \nHe says “It is a privilege to continue to be involved with the public power industry in New England to give back any knowledge I’ve acquired over these many years.”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: \nCourtyard by Marriott LittletonJanuary 1 – April 30\, 2023 – $142/night + taxMay 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $169/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $142/night + taxRate code:  BZL102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public Power \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference CenterJanuary 1 – March 31\, 2023 – $105/night + taxApril 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $125/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $105/night + tax219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200 \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $149/night + tax27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $149/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/hoisting-2a-2c-2-2/2023-11-21/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Hoisting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hoisting-1B-1C_-2A-2C-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070517 CREATED:20230214T160522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T160523Z UID:10000119-1699948800-1700240400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year III DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-iii-3/2023-11-14/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-Revised-2.3.23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070517 CREATED:20230111T155539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T160035Z UID:10000255-1699948800-1699963200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 1B - 1D DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers hoisting Continuing Education and Test Prep classes for: \n> Hoisting 1B-1D: hoisting machines\, i.e. cranes and bucket trucks\n> Hoisting 2A-2C: digging machines\, i.e. excavators and backhoes \nPer mandated requirement\, all classes are scheduled for 4 hours. These classes are for both\, continuing education (to renew the license) and the test prep (to prepare for the test to receive a brand-new license). \nONLY test prep attendees are NOT required to attend the full 4 hours of class. \nStudents attending classes for continuing education will need to bring their hoisting license for verification and will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each class. If the hoisting license is not brought to class for verification\, or if the license has been expired for more than a year\, the certificate will not be issued. In this case\, you will have to take the test again. Those who attend for the test prep will receive information to study for the test. \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Schedule*\nHoisting classes are scheduled to be held quarterly at the NEPPA Training Center\, however dates are subject to change and may be cancelled if there is lack of interest. \nHoisting Training is also offered @Your-Site. Please indicate your preference on the registration form. \n1B-1D Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 14\, 2023 July 11\, 2023 November 14\, 2023  \n2A-2C Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 21\, 2023 July 18\, 2023 November 14\, 2023  \n* To request a 2D Hoisting Class\, contact NEPPA at (978) 540-2200. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees\nRegistration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion.\n\n\n\nMembers:\n$75\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$150\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n If you are looking to hold Hoisting Training @Your-Site\, please be sure to select “1B-1D Hoisting: @Your-Site” or “2A-2C Hoisting: @Your-Site” on the registration form. \nClasses scheduled @Your-Site are subject to the same per person and minimum class size as other 3-hour @Your-Site Training Sessions: \n          NEPPA Members (Utility & Affiliate) \n$75 perperson\, minimum $675 (i.e. 9 participants) \nNon-Members \n$150 per person\, minimum $1\,350 (i.e. 9 participants) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n Instructors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n Safety & Technical Trainer \n Dan Flynn has been a safety trainer with Northeast Public Power Association\, since September 2018 after retiring from Wakefield Municipal Gas and Light Dept with more than a 40 year career in public power. \nDan started in the electric meter department in the 1970’s and worked his way through the electric line department as a lineman/line foremen and his last position as the electric department superintendent. Some of Dan’s responsibilities covered construction\, maintenance\, and safety of the electric line division. Dan continues to maintain his 1B/2A Mass. hoisting license and a Mass. Class A Driving license. \nDan is a lifelong resident of Wakefield\, MA where he lives with his wife Alayne of 39 years they have two adult children. \nHe says “It is a privilege to continue to be involved with the public power industry in New England to give back any knowledge I’ve acquired over these many years.”\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: \nCourtyard by Marriott LittletonJanuary 1 – April 30\, 2023 – $142/night + taxMay 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $169/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $142/night + taxRate code:  BZL102 Constitution AvenueLittleton\, MA 01460(978) 440-5040 – If calling to make your reservation\, be sure to mention either NEPPA or Northeast Public Power \nBoxboro Regency Hotel & Conference Center – $99/night + tax242 Adams PlaceBoxboro\, MA 01719(978) 263-8701 \nThe Westford Regency Inn & Conference CenterJanuary 1 – March 31\, 2023 – $105/night + taxApril 1 – October 31\, 2023 – $125/night + taxNovember 1 – December 31\, 2023 – $105/night + tax219 Littleton RoadWestford\, MA 01886(978) 692-8200 \nSpringHill Suites Devens Common Center – $149/night + tax27 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-3030 \nHilton Garden Inn Devens – $149/night + tax59 Andrews ParkwayDevens\, MA 01434(978) 772-0600 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/hoisting-1b-1d-3/2023-11-14/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Hoisting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hoisting-1B-1C_-2A-2C-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231110T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T070517 CREATED:20221103T162314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T185902Z UID:10000201-1699344000-1699635600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year II DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-ii/2023-11-07/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2023-APP-LW-1-3-RR.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR