Virtual Training
Join us as we debut this course as a series of three interactive, virtual sessions. It’s a convenient way to 'attend' the course, while still having the opportunity to interact with the instructor, your industry peers, and earn PDH credits. This course combines real-time presentation and Q&A sessions.
Timing
Attend three real-time sessions from Noon – 3:30 p.m. ET on May 16, 17, and 18. There will be two 10-minute breaks during each session.
Course Overview
The APPA Safety Manual helps establish the fundamentals of compliance and instill best practices to establish a commitment to a safe work culture for utility employees. The 17th edition of the manual was published in 2023. Since 1955, it has set the public power standard for safety compliance information.
The manual has been revised and expanded since its last publication in 2017 to incorporate a number of U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and other federal and industry standards. Updates include revisions and additions to the following sections: Definitions, General Rules (section 1), Health and Environmental Control (section 2), Chemical and Physical Hazard Control (section 3), Personal Protective Equipment (section 4) and Electric Utility Operations (section 5).
Learn the origins, organization and practical applications of the APPA Safety Manual, as well as the important changes effective with the 2023 edition (with special emphasis on Section 5: Electric Utility Operations). Hear the reasons for each change.
Attendees will receive a complimentary digital copy of the 17th edition of the Safety Manual.
Course Topics
- APPA Safety Manual application, organization, purpose, and the update/revision process
- Review of important changes contained in the 2023 edition
- Rule intents and interpretations; rule interpretation questions and issues contributed by course participants
- In-depth discussion of manual changes anticipated to require utility policy and procedure reviews, specifically:
- New content and requirements related to Aerial Lift Devices and Overhead Operations
- New content and requirements related to Radio Frequency (RF) safety
- New content and requirements related to Switching
- Revised, reorganized, and consolidated content on Grounding
Recommended for
Managers, safety professionals, electric utility engineers, designers, technicians, field personnel and utility staff who are responsible for or who make decisions concerning safety within transmission and distribution systems.
Complimentary Digital Copy: APPA’s Safety Manual
Each registrant will receive a complimentary virtual copy of the 17th edition of the APPA Safety Manual. You’ll receive information on how to access the manual through APPA’s electronic document portal prior to the class.
What to Bring
It is recommended that participants have a copy of the 17th edition of the APPA Safety Manual accessible during the class for reference (either hard copy or electronic version).
Course Level
Basic: No prerequisites; no advanced preparation.
Course Access and Materials
- Zoom Links: Zoom log in credentials will be sent out 24 hours before the start of Session 1.
- Course Materials: Attendees will receive an electronic copy of the presentation material, as well as a digital copy of the new Safety Manual, which can be accessed through APPA’s electronic document portal (you’ll receive access one week prior to the first session in this course).
- Recordings: All sessions will be recorded and can be accessed through APPA’s document portal (within a week of the last class in the series), in case you can’t attend the live versions. Recordings will be accessible for 90 days after the last course session. Note: Continuing education credits can only be issued for attending live sessions.
Accreditation
The following continuing education credits will be provided, after successfully completing 90% of all three live sessions. Completion certificates will be available within two weeks of the last session. These sessions will be recorded, though certificates can only be awarded to those who meet the attendance requirements for attending the live sessions (click here to review requirements).
Recommended CEUs .9/PDHs 9.6/CPEs 11.4 (for all three sessions)
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Instructors
Tom Bruhl, Electric Utility Supervisor, City of Naperville, Illinois
Tom has been with the City of Naperville for three years where his focus has been on substation operations. He has dedicated considerable effort and energy to the safety aspects of electric utility work and sits on the Board of Directors for the Energy Education Council, which has a mission of communicating electricity safety to the general public. He also serves on the APPA Safety Manual Review Team.
Prior to coming to Naperville, Tom spent 18 years at the City of St. Charles, Illinois managing the planning and maintenance activities for the transmission, distribution, and substations for the city. He also worked at Exelon after graduating from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
Anthony Calascibetta, CUSP, Safety & Risk Manager, Town of Danvers Electric Division, Massachusetts
Anthony has 40 years of electrical experience and 25 years of electric utility experience. He has worked at the Danvers Electric Division for 25 years, starting as a lineworker and moved his way through a variety of technical and leadership positions to his current position as Safety & Risk Manager.
Anthony services on the APPA Safety Manual Review Team and is in the process of assisting with revising APPA’s eSafety Tracker. Additionally, he teach for the Northeast Public Power Association (NEPPA), which serves utilities across New England. He is a Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP), an OSHA Authorized General Industry and Construction Trainer, and a CPR/AED/First Aid Medic Basic Life Support Level 2 instructor. He holds Master and Journeyman Electrical licenses in the state of Massachusetts.
Questions?
Registration/Billing
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Registration fees
- $575 for members
- $1,150 for nonmembers
Group Discounts
Save money on each registration when your organization registers five or more people. The larger your group, the more you save!
Your group discount will be automatically applied when you register a group of 5 or more people. Registrations must be submitted on the same order (at the same time) to qualify for the group discount; discounts cannot be retroactively applied to previous orders.
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Number of registrants |
Discount (per person) |
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1-4 |
n/a |
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5-9 |
$50 |
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10-14 |
$100 |
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15-24 |
$150 |
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25+ |
$200 |
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Cancellations/No-Show/Refunds/Substitutions
All events will be recorded and attendees will automatically receive a copy of the recordings, in case you can’t attend live.
Registrants who cancel in writing on or before May 9, 2023, are entitled to a refund of their registration fee, minus a $50 cancellation fee. Registrants who cancel after May 9 will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for this event only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel by May 9 are responsible for the full registration fee and are not entitled to a refund.
Cancellation requests can be made through your My.PublicPower portal, or addressed to [email protected].
Communication
- 24 hours after registering: You’ll receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of registering, which contains some preliminary information.
- 1 week out: You’ll receive a more comprehensive logistics/prep email a week out from the start of the first session.
- 24 hours before:
- You’ll receive your Zoom log in link the day before the first session (sent from the APPA Academy’s Zoom account <[email protected]>)
- You’ll also receive a final logistics email 24 hours in advance of the first class.
- If you don’t receive this correspondence, email [email protected]
Course Access and Materials
- Zoom Links: Zoom log in credentials will be sent out 24 hours before the start of Session 1.
- Course Materials: Attendees will receive an electronic copy of the presentation material, as well as a digital copy of the new Safety Manual, which can be accessed through APPA’s electronic document portal (you’ll receive access one week prior to the first session in this course).
- Recordings: All sessions will be recorded and can be accessed through APPA’s document portal (within a week of the last class in the series), in case you can’t attend the live versions. Recordings will be accessible for 90 days after the last course session. Note: Continuing education credits can only be issued for attending live sessions.
Questions?
Registration/Billing
Email: [email protected]
Schedule/Content/Accreditation
Email: [email protected]
Earn While You Learn!
Participate in virtual programs to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Professional Development Hours (PDHs) and Continuing Professional Education credits (CPEs). This event is eligible for the following credits:
Recommended CEUs .9/PDHs 9.6/CPEs 11.4 (for all three sessions)
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
What educational credits are available?
You can earn the following kinds of continuing education credits for attending live sessions during this event—provided the following requirements are met:
Requirements for Successful Completion
- Attendees are required to attend and participate in 90% of each live session and complete an online evaluation at the end.
- Partial credit cannot be given for partial attendance
- Attendance is monitored by an APPA staff member during the event, through an online report log, and upon review of the post-event evaluation data
- Completion certificates will be available within two weeks of the last session in a live event (for those who meet the requirements). You’ll receive one certificate for all three sessions.
- Virtual sessions are recorded (attendees automatically receive access to recordings within a week of the last session), though continuing education credits can only be given for attending live events. Recordings will be accessible for 90 days after the last session.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): The American Public Power Association is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is authorized to issue the IACET CEU. For information regarding certification status, attendance requirements and obtaining attendee transcripts, contact [email protected] or 202-467-2965.
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits: The American Public Power Association is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org. Unless noted, there are no prerequisites for the courses offered and no advance preparation is required. Courses are group-internet based offerings at the basic program level (unless otherwise noted). Credit hours and areas of study for the courses are listed on the individual course pages. For more information regarding administrative policies, such as clarification of requirements, complaints, and refunds, please contact [email protected].
Professional Development Hours (PDHs): The American Public Power Association’s educational practices are consistent with the criteria for awarding Professional Development Hours (PDHs) as established by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES). Course eligibility and number of PDHs may vary by state.
Format and Log-In Information
This class will be offered on the Zoom meeting platform. Presented in three, 3.5-hour sessions, featuring real-time presentation, group discussion, and Q&A sessions.
Communication
- 24 hours after registering: You’ll receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of registering, which contains some preliminary information.
- 24 hours before:
- You’ll receive your Zoom log in link the day before the first session (sent from the APPA Academy’s Zoom account <[email protected]>)
- You’ll also receive a final logistics email 24 hours in advance of the first class.
- If you don’t receive this correspondence, email [email protected].
New to Zoom?
If you haven't participated in a Zoom meeting before, please download the Zoom web client from the Zoom Download Center. This will enable you to access all of the Zoom tools and functionality vs. using the web version. Then, visit Zoom.us/test to ensure you are able to join a meeting.
If you are not able to download the Zoom web client, you can still participate via your Internet browser. We recommend using Chrome for the best results. If you use your Internet browser, your functionality may be more limited (for example, you will only be able to see one video feed at a time), and you will need to create a Zoom account. (account creation is a free and straightforward process, but you will want to do this in advance so you do not miss any part of the meeting).
- Internet access: You will need a strong Internet connection to run the Zoom meeting platform.
- Audio and webcam: You will need to enable computer audio to listen and speak (alternatively a call-in number will be provided). A webcam is encouraged but not required to fully engage in the discussions.
Privacy and Security
The American Public Power Association takes your privacy and security very seriously. For this reason, we have put the following security measures in place for this course:
- A random Meeting ID
- Password-protected
- Enabled waiting room to screen meeting participants
- Restricted screen sharing to hosts only
Code of Conduct
Participants agree to abide by the APPA Code of Conduct. If participants engage in unacceptable behavior as outlined in the code, the Association may take any action it deems appropriate, including but not limited to, expulsion from the current and future meetings, with no warning or refund.
Questions?
Registration/Billing
Email: [email protected]
Schedule/Content/Accreditation
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