BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NEPPA - ECPv6.15.20//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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20241112T134050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T190242Z UID:10000430-1739953800-1739970000@neppa.org SUMMARY:General Manager/Leadership Roundtable DESCRIPTION:General Manager / Leadership RoundtableThursday\, February 13\, 2025 POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER – NEW DATE Wednesday\, February 19\, 2025 (8:30 AM – 1:00 PM)NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Rd.\, Littleton MA 01460)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA’s GM/Leadership Roundtable is an opportunity for small group discussion among public power leadership professionals. The facilitator will encourage and prompt exploration of the topic. Attendee participation is vital to the success of each roundtable. Participants should arrive ready to be actively engaged.   \n \n\n\n \n MORE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nThis Roundtable is designed for: \n\nManagers\nExecutives\nDirectors\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nRegistration Fees\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note them on your registration. \nRegistration will open shortly for this class. \n  \nIf you are interested in attending and want to be notified when registration opens please email training@neppa.org. \n  \nRegistration Fees for 2025: \n\n\n\nMembers: $ 50\n\n\n\nNon-Members: $ 75\n\n\n\n\n \n \nCancellations \n\n\n\n\nCancellations are accepted until Thursday\, January 30\, 2025.  Substitutions may be made up until the day before the event. \n\n\n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n   \nQuestions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. \n​ URL:https://neppa.org/event/general-manager-leadership-roundtable-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/GM-Roundtable-11.24.31-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240923T132431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T132822Z UID:10000390-1738656000-1738936800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1\, Group B (Session 1) 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. \n  \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. \n  \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  \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1-group-b-session-1/ 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/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240923T134750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T124830Z UID:10000406-1738051200-1738332000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1\, Group A (Session 1) 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. \n  \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. \n  \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 \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1-group-a-session-1/ 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/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T143000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20241112T132516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T124449Z UID:10000429-1737014400-1737037800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Customer Service 101: Basics of Electric Operations & Customer De-Escalation DESCRIPTION:Customer Service 101: Basics of Electric Operations & Customer De-Escalation(1-Day Course)\n\nThursday\, January 16\, 20258:00 AM – 2:30 PM\n \nNEPPA Training Center – 200 New Estate Road\, Littleton MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA is pleased to offer this training on understanding the inner workings of electric distribution and operations for customer service representatives.This course also includes training on how to use verbal de-escalation techniques in interactions with the public. \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nAll customer service representatives who respond to the customer’s questions.\nAnyone who interacts with customers\, whether on the phone or in person.\n\nCourse Overview:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding 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 \nUsing Verbal De-Escalation Techniques – Dealing with Customer and Public Interactions \nAs 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 \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. \n  \n2025 Registration Fees \nMember: $285 \nNon-Member: $465 \n\n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations \nCancellations are accepted until two-weeks prior to the start of the Program. Substitutions may be made at any time.  \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/customer-service-101-basics-of-electric-operations-customer-de-escalation/ 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/2024/11/CS-101-sq-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20241031T143300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T144219Z UID:10000424-1733821200-1733842800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Managing Conflict Course DESCRIPTION:This in-person\, instructor-led program will be presented in one full-day session being held Tuesday\, December 10th from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton MA 01460). \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA has partnered with Robert J. Awkward\, Ph.D.\, from Framingham State University\, to provide high-caliber leadership training in the area of conflict management. Dr. Awkward’s progressive\, diverse and successful human resources experiences in varied industries\, and in academia\, makes him an invaluable resource on this topic. This course will build an understanding of the nature and common causes of conflict\, as well as strategies to manage it. It highlights escalation\, de-escalation and the conflict and negotiation process. \n \n More Course Information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nTo register\, please click the button below. Upon completion of the Program\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from NEPPA. Registration fees include coffee and lunch. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \n  \nRegistration fees are as follows:  \nNEPPA Members: $289Non-Members: $585  \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation Policy\nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, November 26th (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 Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/managing-conflict-course/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Leadership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-Managing-Conflict-16.9-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T164904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T164907Z UID:10000321-1733212800-1733407200@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-4-6/ 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:20241119T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T164338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T164341Z UID:10000317-1732003200-1732284000@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-3-6/ 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:20241119T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240226T125336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T125336Z UID:10000368-1732003200-1732273200@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Substation II Program - Session IV DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of Substation I\, NEPPA is pleased to offer the Substation II Program which is held in 4-day sessions 4 times a year. Substation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls\, understanding operations\, schematics\, and diagrams\, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment.  Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, building\, and manipulating a relay panel\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. Each Friday of each session will be a half-day conducted virtually for review and testing. \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION DATES & HOURS\nClasses are held Tuesday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; and Fridays 8:00 am – 11:00 am. \nEach Friday of the session will consist of a virtual review of the week’s material and online testing. Students should plan to attend classes in-person at the Training Center Tuesday – Thursday\, and join the session(s) remotely on Friday. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nSession IV: Tuesday\, November 19 – Friday\, November 22\, 2024 \n \n \n \n \n \n WHO SHOULD ATTEND\nThis course is designed for \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 CLICK HERE TO VIEW DETAILED AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n COURSE PREREQUISITES\nIn order to be successful in the Substation II Program\, students are expected to complete the Substation I program and participate in the new Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations course (which is day one of Substation I). \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \nMembers: $2\,795 \nNon-Members: $4\,150 \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, August 27\, 2024.  Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session. \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-ii-program-session-iv/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Substation-II-16.9-updated-2.21.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T173101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T173104Z UID:10000325-1730793600-1730988000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program Make-Ups DESCRIPTION:Hands-on & Make-upJune 25 (years 1 + 2) June 26 (years 3 + 4) \nTesting Make-upsJune 27 \nHands-on & Make-upNovember 5 (years 1 + 2) November 6 (years 3 + 4) \nTesting Make-upsNovember 7 \n  \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-make-ups/ 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-Make.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T163718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T163721Z UID:10000313-1730188800-1730469600@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-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:20241029T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240205T162124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T133016Z UID:10000342-1730188800-1730390400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Public Utility Management Program (PUMP) Session II 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 24th 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\n• General Foremen\n• Assistant General Managers\n• Supervisors\n• Managers or Team Leads\n• 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\n• Local Public Power System\n• Financial Management\n• Introduction to Leadership\n• Self-Awareness\n• Organization Awareness\n• Character\n• Community\n• Empowerment\n• Service\n• Customer Relations\n• Sustainability\n• Strategic Planning\n• Governance\n• 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 Center\n200 New Estate Road\nLittleton\, 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-session-ii/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:PUMP ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-PUMP-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T162534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T162536Z UID:10000308-1729584000-1729864800@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-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:20241022T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240226T125441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T125441Z UID:10000367-1729584000-1729854000@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Substation II Program - Session III DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of Substation I\, NEPPA is pleased to offer the Substation II Program which is held in 4-day sessions 4 times a year. Substation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls\, understanding operations\, schematics\, and diagrams\, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment.  Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, building\, and manipulating a relay panel\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. Each Friday of each session will be a half-day conducted virtually for review and testing. \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION DATES & HOURS\nClasses are held Tuesday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; and Fridays 8:00 am – 11:00 am. \nEach Friday of the session will consist of a virtual review of the week’s material and online testing. Students should plan to attend classes in-person at the Training Center Tuesday – Thursday\, and join the session(s) remotely on Friday. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nSession III: Tuesday\, October 22 – Friday\, October 25\, 2024 \n \n \n \n \n \n WHO SHOULD ATTEND\nThis course is designed for \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 CLICK HERE TO VIEW DETAILED AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n COURSE PREREQUISITES\nIn order to be successful in the Substation II Program\, students are expected to complete the Substation I program and participate in the new Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations course (which is day one of Substation I). \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \nMembers: $2\,795 \nNon-Members: $4\,150 \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, August 27\, 2024.  Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session. \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-ii-program-session-iii/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Substation-II-16.9-updated-2.21.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240102T212010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T142144Z UID:10000334-1729065600-1729173600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Crew Leadership Program - MA DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s is pleased to offer our revitalized Crew Leadership Program in two locations this year.\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Dates & Hours\n \n \n \n \n \n October 16 – 17\, 2024 – Littleton\, MA(8:00 am – 2:00 pm) \nCrew Leadership Program is designed to build upon existing leadership skills to work more effectively and efficiently in the field\, while meeting standards and regulatory requirements. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Crew Leadership Program includes 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. \nClick here to download the 2024 detailed agenda. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nThis program is designed for the following: \n\nCurrent or aspiring crew leaders\nLineworkers or operations employees\nEmployees or Supervisors transitioning from other departments\nConstruction Supervisors\nProject Managers\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n \n \n \n \n \n October 16 – 17\, 2024\nNEPPA Training Center\n 200 New Estate Road\nLittleton\, MA 01460\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \nUpon completion of this two-day program\, participants will be able to successfully: \n\nDevelop an understanding of different leadership styles and their applications in a crew setting.\nPractice tactics and strategies to transition from an employee to a leader.\nCultivate practical communication skills to convey instructions\, provide feedback\, and resolve conflicts within the crew.\nEnhance problem-solving abilities to address challenges and obstacles that arise during crew activities.\nAcquire knowledge of team dynamics and how to foster a positive and productive work environment within the crew.\nLearn techniques for motivating and inspiring crew members to achieve common goals and objectives.\nGain proficiency in decision-making processes relevant to crew operations\, considering safety\, efficiency\, and resource management factors.\nDevelop organizational skills to plan and coordinate crew tasks\, schedules\, and resources effectively.\nUnderstand the importance of accountability and responsibility as a leader within the crew\, including the ability to take ownership of mistakes and learn from them.\nExplore strategies for building trust and rapport among crew members to enhance collaboration and cohesion.\nEvaluate personal leadership strengths and areas for growth and create a plan for continuous self-improvement as a crew leader.\nUnderstand the management of emergent situations that require mutual aid assistance and coordination.\n\n  \nThese objectives serve as a framework for a comprehensive crew leadership course that addresses various aspects of leadership within the utility. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites \nThe Crew Leadership Program is designed to build upon learning concepts in the Apprentice Lineworker and Advanced Lineworker Programs. \nThe ideal participant has at least 3 – 5 years experience working in the field. \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 form. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$935\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$1\,445\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 \nCancellations are accepted until two week prior to meeting date: Wednesday\, October 10\, 2024. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session. \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 Anthony Calascibetta\n Trainer \n Anthony 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 and a Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dan Flynn\n 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. Dan is a Certified First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor. \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 included 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 lives with his wife of 43 years\, Alayne\, and they have two adult children and three grandchildren. \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 \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/crew-leadership-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Leadership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Crew-Leadership-3.1-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240213T212522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T162350Z UID:10000350-1728979200-1729512000@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\, 2024July 24\, 2024October 21\, 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-1s-1d-2a-2c/ 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/2024/02/2024-Hoisting-1B-1C-2A-2C-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T162052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T162055Z UID:10000305-1728374400-1728655200@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-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:20241008T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240703T140556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T141105Z UID:10000381-1728374400-1728568800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Underground Residential Distribution Program DESCRIPTION:This course is a mix of classroom and hands-on learning in all aspects of URD/UCD installation\, operation\, and maintenance. This course is only held twice a year and class size is limited. Register today!\n \n Click Here for More Info & to Register URL:https://neppa.org/event/underground-residential-distribution-program/ 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/2024/07/URD-10.2024-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T161312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T161315Z UID:10000301-1727769600-1728050400@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-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:20241001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240226T125546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T125547Z UID:10000366-1727769600-1728039600@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Substation II Program - Session II DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of Substation I\, NEPPA is pleased to offer the Substation II Program which is held in 4-day sessions 4 times a year. Substation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls\, understanding operations\, schematics\, and diagrams\, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment.  Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, building\, and manipulating a relay panel\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. Each Friday of each session will be a half-day conducted virtually for review and testing. \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION DATES & HOURS\nClasses are held Tuesday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; and Fridays 8:00 am – 11:00 am. \nEach Friday of the session will consist of a virtual review of the week’s material and online testing. Students should plan to attend classes in-person at the Training Center Tuesday – Thursday\, and join the session(s) remotely on Friday. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nSession II: Tuesday\, October 1 – Friday\, October 4\, 2024 \n \n \n \n \n \n WHO SHOULD ATTEND\nThis course is designed for \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 CLICK HERE TO VIEW DETAILED AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n COURSE PREREQUISITES\nIn order to be successful in the Substation II Program\, students are expected to complete the Substation I program and participate in the new Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations course (which is day one of Substation I). \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \nMembers: $2\,795 \nNon-Members: $4\,150 \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, August 27\, 2024.  Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session. \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-ii-program-session-ii/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Substation-II-16.9-updated-2.21.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240216T135605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T120719Z UID:10000348-1727164800-1727362800@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Metering II Program DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s Metering II Program will be held September 24- 26\, 2024 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460). \nNEPPA’s Metering II Program is designed to build upon the introductory concepts of Metering I. Metering II explores advanced application of concepts\, how to apply theory in practice and understand system design elements and equipment. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, including a final exam\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n MORE COURSE DETAILS\n \n \n \n \n \n WHO SHOULD ATTEND\nThis course is designed for: \n• Intermediate or transitioning Meter Technicians \n• Lineworkers \n• Supervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\nUpon completion of the program\, participants will be able to successfully: \n\nDemonstrate a foundational knowledge of how electricity is measured through meters.\nPractice advanced applications of meter installations and measurements.\nApply advanced programming\, testing and design concepts to real-world applications.\nDevelop a system design that demonstrates a deep understanding of the system’s configuration.\nRecognize applicable standards and specifications such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).\nDemonstrate an understanding of meter multipliers.\nTest the impacts of metering on billing and revenue protection.\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n CLICK HERE FOR A DETAILED AGENDA \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees includes supplemental materials listed above and lunch each day. \nMembers: $1\,450 \nNon-Members: $2\,260 \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024 (two weeks prior to the start of the class). Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the class. \nTo register\, please click the button below and complete your registration online. \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-metering-ii-program/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Metering II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-METERING-II-16.9-2.12.24-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T164741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T164744Z UID:10000320-1726560000-1726840800@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-4-5/ 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:20240910T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T164217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T164220Z UID:10000316-1725955200-1726236000@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-3-5/ 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:20240910T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240226T125655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T125656Z UID:10000361-1725955200-1726225200@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Substation II Program - Session I DESCRIPTION:Building on the success of Substation I\, NEPPA is pleased to offer the Substation II Program which is held in 4-day sessions 4 times a year. Substation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls\, understanding operations\, schematics\, and diagrams\, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment.  Upon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, building\, and manipulating a relay panel\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. Each Friday of each session will be a half-day conducted virtually for review and testing. \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n SESSION DATES & HOURS\nClasses are held Tuesday – Thursday from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm; and Fridays 8:00 am – 11:00 am. \nEach Friday of the session will consist of a virtual review of the week’s material and online testing. Students should plan to attend classes in-person at the Training Center Tuesday – Thursday\, and join the session(s) remotely on Friday. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nSession I: Tuesday\, September 10 – Friday\, September 13\, 2024 \n \n \n \n \n \n WHO SHOULD ATTEND\nThis course is designed for \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 CLICK HERE TO VIEW DETAILED AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n COURSE PREREQUISITES\nIn order to be successful in the Substation II Program\, students are expected to complete the Substation I program and participate in the new Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations course (which is day one of Substation I). \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \nMembers: $2\,795 \nNon-Members: $4\,150 \nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, August 27\, 2024.  Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session. \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-ii-program-session-i/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation II Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2024-Substation-II-16.9-updated-2.21.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T163550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T163553Z UID:10000312-1724140800-1724421600@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-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:20240813T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T162753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T162756Z UID:10000309-1723536000-1723816800@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-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:20240806T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T161914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T161917Z UID:10000304-1722931200-1723212000@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-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:20240723T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240213T212241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T175027Z UID:10000349-1721721600-1721822400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 1B - 1A\, 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 24\, 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 perperson\, 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-1a-2a-2c/ 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/2024/02/2024-Hoisting-1B-1C-2A-2C-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240103T165226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T190603Z UID:10000335-1719388800-1719414000@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Mutual Aid Disaster Exercise DESCRIPTION:2024 Mutual Aid Disaster Exercise \nJune 26\, 2024 (8:00 am – 3:00 pm)NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460\nNEPPA is pleased to announce we will be offering our second in-person Annual Mutual Aid Disaster Exercise Wednesday\, June 26th beginning at 8:00 am. The workshop will allow all utility representatives the opportunity to ‘game play’ during a future disaster exercise. Attendees will learn how the National and NEPPA Mutual Aid programs operate. As part of this workshop participants will see a demonstration of the Rapid Pole Restoration Device.  \n\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend \n \n \n \n \n \n \nGeneral Managers\nAssistant General Managers\nGeneral/Working Foreman/Lineworkers\nOperations Personnel\nEngineering Personnel\nMutual Aid Coordinators\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\nThis agenda is subject to change. \n\n\n\n8:00 am – 8:30 am\nCoffee and Registration\n\n\n8:30 am – 9:30 am\nMutual Aid 101 Training\n\n\n9:30 am – 9:45 am\nIntroductions\n\n\n9:45 am – 10:15 am\nExercise Overview/Scenario\n\n\n10:15 am – 10:30 am\nBreak\n\n\n10:30am – 12:00 pm\nTabletop Exercise\n\n\n12:00 pm – 1:00 am\nLunch and Demo\n\n\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm\nTabletop Exercise\n\n\n2:30 pm – 3:00 pm\nWrap-up\n\n\n3:00 pm\nAdjourn\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mike Hyland\, PE\n Executive Director\, Northeast Public Power Association \n Michael ‘Mike’ Hyland is currently the Executive Director of the Northeast Public Power Association (NEPPA)\, located in Littleton\, Massachusetts. Mike took over the helm of NEPPA in May 2022 after a 40 year utility career that started inside a #6 fuel oil generation plant at Philadelphia Electric. \nPrior to his role at NEPPA\, Mike was the Energy & Technical Programs Manager for the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) in Hughesville\, Maryland\, and his main responsibility was the oversight of the Solar Interconnection and Electric Vehicle programs. \nBefore his stint at SMECO\, Mr. Hyland served as the Senior Vice President of Engineering Services at the American Public Power Association (APPA) in Washington DC for 24 years. In that position\, he was responsible for all the engineering\, safety\, cyber security\, reliability\, system planning\, mutual aid and operations for the associations 2000+ municipal utilities operating in the United States. \nMike is a Professional Engineer with an Electrical Engineering degree from Drexel University in Philadelphia\, is co-inventor on three US Patents\, and now resides in Nashua\, NH. Mike has been married to his wife Colleen for over 33 years. Together they have raised three engineering children: Reid\, Erik and Jodie. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration fees include coffee and lunch. \nNEPPA Member:  $169Non- Members:    $222 \nCancellations can be made up until 2 weeks prior to the start of the course. Substitutions are accepted prior to the day of the course.  \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \nLodging\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  \nQuestions?\nPlease contact communications@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2207. URL:https://neppa.org/event/mutual-aid-disaster-exercise-2024/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Mutual Aid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Annual-Mutual-Aid-Disaster-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T140000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20231106T172454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T172454Z UID:10000323-1719302400-1719496800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Linework Program Make-Ups DESCRIPTION:Hands-on & Make-upJune 25 (years 1 + 2) June 26 (years 3 + 4) \nTesting Make-upsJune 27 \nHands-on & Make-upNovember 5 (years 1 + 2) November 6 (years 3 + 4) \nTesting Make-upsNovember 7 \n  \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-make-ups/ 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-Make.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T153000 DTSTAMP:20260416T015105 CREATED:20240320T175935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T121019Z UID:10000371-1718613000-1718724600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Public Utility Accounting (APPA) DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 17\, 2024 to Tuesday\, June 18\, 2024NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460)8:30am – 3:30pm\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Electric utility accounting isn’t taught in schools\, yet the industry has numerous unique factors that affect how to handle its finances. Especially if you are new to the industry\, you might be looking for information to help you in your day-to-day work\, and in particular\, will want to know about the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s Uniform System of Accounts\, or USoA. \nJoin this course to learn the basics of how the electric utility business works\, get a grasp on the ins-and-outs of FERC accounting\, and review practical examples of how you can use the FERC USoA. Get up-to-speed on how to use the language of the FERC USoA for accounting\, how the system is organized\, and how it can serve as a reference guide for your work. \nThis course uses a combination of instructor presentations\, videos\, practical exercises\, discussions\, and quizzes to reinforce the lessons and appeal to a variety of learning styles. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nThis course is designed for personnel who are new to utility accounting practices or unfamiliar with the FERC accounting structure. It is also for experienced accountants\, management\, technical personnel and policymakers looking to understand how accounting processes impact employees and operations will also benefit. \n\nAuditors\nAccounting Managers\nBilling/Accounting Clerks\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Level & Prerequisites\nBasic: This course does not have prerequisites\, nor does it require advance preparation. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n NEPPA Training Center 200 New Estate Road Littleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n Supplemental Materials\nAttendees will receive a copy of APPA’s Public Utility Accounting Guidebook publication. \nCourse Topics\n\nElectricity basics and costs\nHow the electric utility business is organized\nIntroduction to the FERC Uniform System of Accounts\nSimilarities and differences between governmental accounting standards board (GASB) and the FERC Uniform      System of Accounts (USoA)\nDetailed walk-through and examples of the FERC Uniform System of Accounts – Assets\, Liabilities\, Revenues\,     and Expenses\nCapital vs. maintenance (and why it matters)\nFixed asset accounting\nRecording labor costs\nA year in the life of a utility accountant (classifying invoices and building financial statements)\nBuilding financial statements\nConducting financial analysis\nDetermining when your utility needs to increase rates\n\nLearning Outcomes\nUpon completion of this course\, participants will be able to: \n\nDiscuss the basics of the electric business and the fundamentals of how electric utility accounting works.\nDefine the accountant’s role as a service provider to internal and external customers and describe how those     customers use the data provided\nCorrectly explain the structure and usage of the FERC Uniform System of Accounts and how it tells the story of     your utility.\nAccurately differentiate between the FERC balance sheet\, revenue and expense accounts and describe how     these fit the utility business model.\nDefine the key concepts and basic tools of utility construction accounting.\nExplain how to build and analyze a financial statement.\nDiscuss the process for evaluating financial results and potential rate increases.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Instructors\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Russ Hissom\, CPA\n \n Russ is a consultant for Baker Tilly and principal of Utility Accounting & Rates Specialists. Russ has over 35 years of power and utilities\, accounting and finance experience. He provides utility accounting\, cost of service\, rates\, financial analysis consulting\, and expert witness testimony for rate cases and accounting matters. His goal is to help your organization deliver effective and reliable utility services to your customers by maximizing the efficiencies in your accounting\, rates\, and business processes. He has authored dozens of articles on power and utilities accounting and rates issues and co-authored industry financial and governance-related textbooks. Russ is an instructor for several APPA Academy courses and a frequent speaker at national industry conferences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bethany Ryers\, CPA\, MAS\n \n Bethany is a Partner in Baker Tilly’s energy practice with a focus on assurance and advisory services for power and utility organizations. Bethany has helped some of the country’s largest public power systems implement the latest governmental accounting standards. She is involved with a number of state electric\, water and wastewater organizations and is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and several state accounting associations. Bethany is co-author of the APPA Advanced Public Utility Accounting publication and is a frequent speaker at industry events. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\nCLICK HERE TO VIEW DETAILED AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \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\nMembers:\n$925\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$1\,850\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\nCancellations are accepted until Monday\, June 3\, 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 Lodging\nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: \n CLICK HERE FOR LODGING INFORMATION \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/public-utility-accounting-appa/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:APPA In-House Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/APPA-PUA-2024-16.9-1-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR