Trainings and Roundtables

The Purchasing Roundtable provides a forum for purchasing personnel to meet with their peers from other member utilities to discuss work procedures, policies and practices, industry changes; and other topics of interest.

The Regional Crew Leader Roundtable provides an opportunity for foremen or crew leaders to meet with their other member utilities to discuss common issues and best practices. 

The Regional Crew Leader Roundtable provides an opportunity for foremen or crew leaders to meet with their other member utilities to discuss common issues and best practices. 

The substation training series is designed to provide participants with in-depth instruction on substation-related topics and is tailored to the specific equipment of the attendee’s utilities, where possible.

The course curriculum has been developed by Pam Tompkins and Scott Young with SET Solutions, LLC.  Pam is the President and CEO of SET Solutions, and is a 37-year veteran of the electric utility industry.  Scott has over 36 years of electrical substation experience and is a published substation safety author.

The Regional Crew Leader Roundtable provides an opportunity for foremen or crew leaders to meet with their other member utilities to discuss common issues and best practices. 

The Regional Crew Leader Roundtable provides an opportunity for foremen or crew leaders to meet with their other member utilities to discuss common issues and best practices. 

Who Should Attend: The roundtable is open to foremen, crew leaders or others who make daily crew or task assignments. This is a small group meeting, and each utility is asked to limit attendance to no more than two from their utility.

Region: This region includes the following member utilities:

• Ocala Electric
• City of Mount Dora
• City of Bushnell
• City of Leesburg
• City of Winter Park
• Utilities Commission of New Smyrna Beach

However, any FMPA member utility is welcome to attend.

The Regional Crew Leader Roundtable provides an opportunity for foremen or crew leaders to meet with their other member utilities to discuss common issues and best practices. 

This certification series provides courses specifically designed for lineworker personnel. It is a good fit for up and coming leaders or those already in the role. It provides crew leaders and general foremen with the knowledge and tools to lead crews efficiently, responsibly, and safely. The course will be presented by certified training specialists from Tennessee Valley Public Power Association (TVPPA).

Teleconference Option Available

FMPA is hosting representatives from Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Central Florida Intelligence Exchange (CFIX) , Electricity Information Sharing and Analysis Center (E-ISAC), and others to present on the recent substation attacks, what our members should be aware of, providing opportunities to connect with law enforcement or governmental agencies, and understand what considerations members should review for their own substations.

The workshop will cover the recent substation attacks that have happened across the nation, how the federal resources work with local law enforcement in these kinds of events, a discussion on who, how, and when to reach out if an attack were to happen on your facility, and considerations for best practices for physical security of substations.

Please be sure to register early for this workshop; space is limited.

MinMax Technologies’ eSMART is an asset management, inspection, and meter exchange tool designed by utility industry professionals. It is a complete asset management and inspection system from power generation to meters at customer service points.

As a North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) registered Transmission Owner (TO), Generator Owner (GO), and Distribution Provider (DP) you are required to comply with reliability standard PRC-005-6 Protection System, Automatic Reclosing, and Sudden Pressure Relaying Maintenance. The purpose of PRC-005-6 is to document and implement programs for the maintenance of all Protection Systems, Automatic Reclosing, and Sudden Pressure Relaying affecting the reliability of the Bulk Electric System (BES) so that they are kept in working order.

MinMax has created a connection between the Protection System Maintenance Program (PSMP) procedure for PRC-005-6 and its Asset Management and Inspection program called eSMART 9.1. The eSMART software from MinMax allows its compliance users to quickly set up their PSMP programs by following the guidelines from their enforcing regional entities.  eSMART allows PSMP to track Verification, Monitoring, Testing, Inspection, and Calibration. Using the asset management part of the eSMART program, the users can organize the PRC-005 Components and Component Types with eSMART’s Asset IDs and Equipment Types.  With eSMART’s Time-based and Performance (Condition)-based inspections, the users can perform numerous time-bound inspections (Requirements) on time while meeting the compliance due dates.  The various pieces of evidence required by PRC-005-6 can be comfortably furnished using the document management system of eSMART and its rich portfolio of easy-to-use predefined reports that are easily configurable for audit purposes

MinMax will be available after the training to speak with utilities.

The Lineman’s Roundtable provides a forum for line crews to exchange ideas on operating practices, safety, training, tools and equipment, and other common issues. The roundtable is open to all levels of utility line crew personnel.

The Purchasing Roundtable provides a forum for purchasing personnel to meet with their peers from other member utilities to discuss work procedures, policies and practices, industry changes; and other topics of interest.

The Meter Tech Roundtable provides an opportunity for meter technicians and meter maintenance staff to discuss topics such as operating practices, equipment, tools, safety, training, and more.

This certification series provides courses specifically designed for lineworker personnel. It is a good fit for up and coming leaders or those already in the role. It provides crew leaders and general foremen with the knowledge and tools to lead crews efficiently, responsibly, and safely. The course will be presented by certified training specialists from Tennessee Valley Public Power Association (TVPPA).

Teleconference Option Available

The AMI Roundtable provides an opportunity to discuss topics such as AMI technology, equipment, training, and more.

The substation training series is designed to provide participants with in-depth instruction on substation-related topics and is tailored to the specific equipment of the attendee’s utilities, where possible.

The course curriculum has been developed by Pam Tompkins and Scott Young with SET Solutions, LLC.  Pam is the President and CEO of SET Solutions, and is a 37-year veteran of the electric utility industry.  Scott has over 36 years of electrical substation experience and is a published substation safety author.

This certification series provides courses specifically designed for lineworker personnel. It is a good fit for up and coming leaders or those already in the role. It provides crew leaders and general foremen with the knowledge and tools to lead crews efficiently, responsibly, and safely. The course will be presented by certified training specialists from Tennessee Valley Public Power Association (TVPPA).

Teleconference Option Available

The Substation Roundtable provides a forum for substation related crews to exchange ideas on operating practices, safety, training, tools and equipment, and other common issues. The event is open to all levels of utility substation crew personnel.

Dates:  Thursday, November 30, 2023 – 9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

              Friday, December 1, 2023 – 8:30 a.m. – noon.

 (Breakfast snacks provided; lunch provided on Thursday)

Hotel and parking details will be provided closer to the event date.

Discussion on the significance of oil-spillage regulations and their applicability to oil-filled equipment like transformers; along with the identifying sources of oil spills and typical designs and methods for dealing with oil containment and control of oil spills

The Human Resources Roundtable will provide a forum for Florida public power employees interested in HR-related topics, and will offer the opportunity to exchange information including best practices, policies, procedures, legal considerations and other relevant issues.

The roundtable discussion allows each member to share issues that impact their utility. Please come prepared to discuss new developments, programs, and concerns. Please email suggested topics to [email protected]. 

This event will be co-hosted by FMEA and FMPA as we work together to bring value and content to our municipal members. 

The Lineman’s Roundtable provides a forum for line crews to exchange ideas on operating practices, safety, training, tools and equipment, and other common issues. The roundtable is open to all levels of utility line crew personnel.

Lunch will be provided.

The Purchasing Roundtable provides a forum for purchasing personnel to meet with their peers from other member utilities to discuss work procedures, policies and practices, industry changes; and other topics of interest.

Lunch will be provided.

The AMI Roundtable provides an opportunity to discuss topics such as AMI technology, equipment, training, and more.

Lunch will be provided.

For SCADA-EMS personnel to come together to share what types of equipment, EMS and software they are using for their Distribution and Transmission Networks.

Members can also share issues and failures with their systems and potentially find solutions together.

Please share discussion topics and/or questions that can be inserted into the PowerPoint for the group to review during the roundtable.

Lunch will be provided.

Participants gain an overview of rigging equipment and practices; inspections and records on chokers and slings; lifting equipment inspections and regulations; maintenance and inspection of hand and power tools; safe work practices; machine guarding requirements; employee training and records; and personal protective equipment.

The course is part of Tennessee Valley Public Power Association’s (TVPPA) Certified Safety Coordinator (CSC) program.

CERTIFIED SAFETY COORDINATOR (CSC): Individuals responsible for safety management must have current, professional knowledge and expertise to achieve and maintain a safe work environment and work practices for utility employees. TVPPA developed the Certified Safety Coordinator (CSC) to address modern health and safety issues. All course requirements satisfactorily completed within four years of starting the program by taking a required core course.

COURSES TO COMPLETE TO EARN CSC CERTIFICATE:

1. OSHA 30 Hr. Card – Part 1
2. OSHA 30 Hr. Card – Part 2
3. Utility Work Practices Rule Compliance
4. Rigging, Hoisting, Hand and Power Tool Safety
5. Transportation Safety
6. Accident Investigation
7. National Electrical Safety Code Review

Participants may complete the course as a standalone course outside of pursuing CSC certification.

Morning snacks and lunch will be provided.

This course covers transportation maintenance and mechanical inspection programs; Commercial Drivers License requirements and applicability; substance abuse screening; motor carrier regulations; safety measures to reduce the occurrence of accidents; accident investigations; and resources available to assist safety coordinators in their transportation safety efforts.

The course is part of Tennessee Valley Public Power Association’s (TVPPA) Certified Safety Coordinator (CSC) program.

CERTIFIED SAFETY COORDINATOR (CSC): Individuals responsible for safety management must have current, professional knowledge and expertise to achieve and maintain a safe work environment and work practices for utility employees. TVPPA developed the Certified Safety Coordinator (CSC) to address modern health and safety issues. All course requirements satisfactorily completed within four years of starting the program by taking a required core course.

COURSES TO COMPLETE TO EARN CSC CERTIFICATE:

1. OSHA 30 Hr. Card – Part 1
2. OSHA 30 Hr. Card – Part 2
3. Utility Work Practices Rule Compliance
4. Rigging, Hoisting, Hand and Power Tool Safety
5. Transportation Safety
6. Accident Investigation
7. National Electrical Safety Code Review

Participants may complete the course as a standalone course outside of pursuing CSC certification.

Morning snacks and lunch will be provided.

The roundtable provides a forum for participants discuss reliability related topics. The roundtable is a great opportunity to discuss best practices among participating utilities.

Participants can share topics they want to discuss when registering for the event.

Lunch will be provided for all participants.

The Lineman’s Roundtable provides a forum for line crews to exchange ideas on operating practices, safety, training, tools and equipment, and other common issues. The roundtable is open to all levels of utility line crew personnel.

Lunch will be provided.

The Substation Roundtable provides a forum for substation related crews to exchange ideas on operating practices, safety, training, tools and equipment, and other common issues. The event is open to all levels of utility substation crew personnel.

Dates:  Thursday, October 17, 2024 – 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

                Friday, October 18, 2024 – 8:30 a.m. – noon

 (Breakfast snacks provided; lunch provided on Thursday)

Some Hotel Accommodations are as follows:

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Pierce West

7151 Okeechobee Rd

Fort Pierce, FL 34945

Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Pierce

1985 Reynolds Dr

Fort Pierce, FL 34945

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Pierce I-95

6485 Metal Dr

Fort Pierce, FL 34945

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Fort Pierce

6502 Metal Dr

Fort Pierce, FL 34945

Comfort Suites Fort Pierce I-95

6505 Metal Drive between I-95 and Florida’s Turnpike

Fort Pierce, FL 34945

The program is part of Tennessee Valley Public Power Association’s (TVPPA) Certified Safety Coordinator (CSC) program.

CERTIFIED SAFETY COORDINATOR (CSC): Individuals responsible for safety management must have current, professional knowledge and expertise to achieve and maintain a safe work environment and work practices for utility employees. TVPPA developed the Certified Safety Coordinator (CSC) to address modern health and safety issues. All course requirements satisfactorily completed within four years of starting the program by taking a required core course.

COURSES TO COMPLETE TO EARN CSC CERTIFICATE:

1. OSHA 30 Hr. Card – Part 1
2. OSHA 30 Hr. Card – Part 2
3. Utility Work Practices Rule Compliance
4. Rigging, Hoisting, Hand and Power Tool Safety
5. Transportation Safety
6. Accident Investigation
7. National Electrical Safety Code Review

Participants may complete the course as a standalone course outside of pursuing CSC certification.

Morning snacks and lunch will be provided.

OSHA Hot Weather: This is an updated program that deals with the prevention of heat-related illnesses, recognizing symptoms and treatment of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Prevention methods that need to be followed before a more serious issue occurs are monitoring employees to recognize symptoms early on to prevent exhaustion and stroke. Methods of calculations included Dry Bulb Category 2 and 3 levels of heat conditions and how humidity affects Dry Bulb Category 2 and 3 levels of heat conditions and how humidity affects and complicates the conditions.

Fleet Safety Training: This includes shop safety, chemical storage, and usage, PEL limit of chemicals, machine guarding, correct use of tools and equipment, service calls to the field for running repairs, and hazardous electrical conditions that must be identified by fleet personnel, i.e., Substation entry, energized work areas, and MAD distances if the equipment is near energized conductors and equipment.

Training provided by TVPPA instructors

Morning snacks and lunch will be provided

Are you looking to stay ahead in the utility sector? Our specialized training on Air Compliance is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complex regulatory landscape.

Why Attend?

• Stay Compliant: Ensure your utility meets all regulatory requirements, avoiding costly fines and operational disruptions.
• Boost Efficiency: Learn best practices for permitting, reporting, and testing to streamline your compliance processes.
• Enhance Reputation: Demonstrate your commitment to environmental stewardship and regulatory excellence.
• Expert Insights: Gain valuable knowledge from industry experts with extensive experience in air compliance and utility operations.
• Strategic Relationships: Understand how to build and maintain effective relationships with regulatory agencies, ensuring smoother compliance interactions.

Limited Spots Available!
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your utility’s compliance capabilities and operational efficiency. Register now to secure your spot!

This certification series provides courses specifically designed for lineworker personnel. It is a good fit for up and coming leaders or those already in the role. It provides crew leaders and general foremen with the knowledge and tools to lead crews efficiently, responsibly, and safely. The course will be presented by certified training specialists from Tennessee Valley Public Power Association (TVPPA).

• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 1
• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 2
• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 3

Effective Safety Culture Through Leadership Direction and Support

An opportunity for your whole organization to participate in a program that takes the safety dialogue to entirely new levels.  The facilitator has broken the sessions into four discussion areas:

• Communicating Safety Across the Utility​
• The Barometer – Gauge for Safety Programs and Tools​
• Elements of an Effective Safety Program​
• Leadership Commitment​

This program is intended for all levels of your organization from the craft worker to the director.  It is designed to provide foundational information that can fit into organizations of any size.

Who should attend?  EVERYONE. This program approaches your safety culture at a foundational level, providing participants with a common understanding and language upon which your program can thrive.  

Recommended Member Utilities to Attend:

• Quincy
• Tallahassee 
• Havana
• Chattahoochee 
• Blountstown

Don’t live in one of these areas? Consider registering for one of the other Regional Safety Leadership Trainings available in an area near you:

• Gainesville – May 22
• Homestead – June 10
• Lakeland – September 17
• Kissimmee – October 29

Click the city name to learn more about the recommended Member cities to attend in each region.

Hotels:

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tallahassee-University, 3096 N. Monroe St. Tallahassee, FL 32303, 850-848-8604

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tallahassee-University Area, FL in Tallahassee, Florida – ReservationCounter.com

Holiday Inn & Suites, Tallahassee Conference Ctr. North an IHG Hotel, 2725 Graves Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32303, 850-536-2000

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Tallahassee Conference Ctr N, an IHG Hotel in Tallahassee, Florida – ReservationCounter.com

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham, 2900 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303, 850-727-5541

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tallahassee Conf Center I-10 – Guest Reservations

Effective Safety Culture Through Leadership Direction and Support

An opportunity for your whole organization to participate in a program that takes the safety dialogue to entirely new levels.  The facilitator has broken the sessions into four discussion areas:

• Communicating Safety Across the Utility​
• The Barometer – Gauge for Safety Programs and Tools​
• Elements of an Effective Safety Program​
• Leadership Commitment​

This program is intended for all levels of your organization from the craft worker to the director.  It is designed to provide foundational information that can fit into organizations of any size.

Who should attend?  EVERYONE. This program approaches your safety culture at a foundational level, providing participants with a common understanding and language upon which your program can thrive.  

Recommended Member Utilities to Attend:

• Alachua
• Bushnell
• Gainesville
• Green Cove Springs
• Jacksonville
• Jacksonville Beach
• Leesburg
• Newberry
• Ocala
• Starke
• Williston

Don’t live in one of these areas? Consider registering for one of the other Regional Safety Leadership Trainings available in an area near you:

• Tallahassee – May 21
• Homestead – June 10
• Lakeland – September 17
• Kissimmee – October 29

Click the city name to learn more about the recommended Member cities to attend in each region.

Hotel

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
1714 SW 34th Street, Gainesville, FL 32607

Effective Safety Culture Through Leadership Direction and Support

An opportunity for your whole organization to participate in a program that takes the safety dialogue to entirely new levels.  The facilitator has broken the sessions into four discussion areas:

• Communicating Safety Across the Utility​
• The Barometer – Gauge for Safety Programs and Tools​
• Elements of an Effective Safety Program​
• Leadership Commitment​

This program is intended for all levels of your organization from the craft worker to the director.  It is designed to provide foundational information that can fit into organizations of any size.

Who should attend?  EVERYONE. This program approaches your safety culture at a foundational level, providing participants with a common understanding and language upon which your program can thrive.  

Recommended Member Utilities to Attend:

• Keys Energy Services
• Homestead
• Lake Worth
• Clewiston
• Moore Haven
• Fort Pierce

Don’t live in one of these areas? Consider registering for one of the other Regional Safety Leadership Trainings available in an area near you:

• Tallahassee – May 21
• Gainesville – May 22
• Lakeland – September 17
• Kissimmee – October 29

Click the city name to learn more about the recommended Member cities to attend in each region.

Pricing: FMPA has partnered with Leidos to deliver this pilot program to our members.  To encourage participation from all members, FMPA will provide this initial program at no cost to the participants.

Lunch will be provided.

Hotels in the Area

• Hampton Inn & Suites Homestead
• Courtyard Miami Homestead
• TownePlace Suites Miami Homestead

The 8-hour refresher course must be taken annually by those who have completed a 24 or 40-hour course.

This training will cover much of the same material in a condensed form, with little or no hands-on training required.

This course is intended for the individuals who will come in contact with hazardous substances.

It is also intended for those who will be working at contaminated sites without exposure to hazardous substances at or above the permissible limits in the Z Table from OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000.

Hazardous substances included in Table Z:

1. Mineral oil
2. Diesel oil (benzene and formaldehyde) 

The certification from this 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher course is valid for up to 1 year.

This certification series provides courses specifically designed for lineworker personnel. It is a good fit for up and coming leaders or those already in the role. It provides crew leaders and general foremen with the knowledge and tools to lead crews efficiently, responsibly, and safely. The course will be presented by certified training specialists from Tennessee Valley Public Power Association (TVPPA).

• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 1
• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 2
• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 3

Effective Safety Culture Through Leadership Direction and Support

An opportunity for your whole organization to participate in a program that takes the safety dialogue to entirely new levels.  The facilitator has broken the sessions into four discussion areas:

• Communicating Safety Across the Utility​
• The Barometer – Gauge for Safety Programs and Tools​
• Elements of an Effective Safety Program​
• Leadership Commitment​

This program is intended for all levels of your organization from the craft worker to the director.  It is designed to provide foundational information that can fit into organizations of any size.

Who should attend?  EVERYONE. This program approaches your safety culture at a foundational level, providing participants with a common understanding and language upon which your program can thrive.  

Recommended Member Utilities to Attend:

• Orlando
• Kissimmee (if unable to attend the one hosted at KUA)
• St. Cloud
• Lakeland
• Bartow
• Fort Meade
• Wauchula
• Fort Pierce

Don’t live in one of these areas? Consider registering for one of the other Regional Safety Leadership Trainings available in an area near you:

• Tallahassee – May 21
• Gainesville – May 22
• Homestead – June 10
• Kissimmee – October 29

Click the city name to learn more about the recommended Member cities to attend in each region.

Pricing: FMPA has partnered with Leidos to deliver this pilot program to our members.  To encourage participation from all members, FMPA will provide this initial program at no cost to the participants.

Lunch will be provided.

This certification series provides courses specifically designed for lineworker personnel. It is a good fit for up and coming leaders or those already in the role. It provides crew leaders and general foremen with the knowledge and tools to lead crews efficiently, responsibly, and safely. The course will be presented by certified training specialists from Tennessee Valley Public Power Association (TVPPA).

• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 1
• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 2
• Foreman Academy Certification – Track 3

Effective Safety Culture Through Leadership Direction and Support

An opportunity for your whole organization to participate in a program that takes the safety dialogue to entirely new levels.  The facilitator has broken the sessions into four discussion areas:

• Communicating Safety Across the Utility​
• The Barometer – Gauge for Safety Programs and Tools​
• Elements of an Effective Safety Program​
• Leadership Commitment​

This program is intended for all levels of your organization from the craft worker to the director.  It is designed to provide foundational information that can fit into organizations of any size.

Kissimmee Utility Authority meeting. Lunch will be provided for all participants.

Who should attend?  EVERYONE. This program approaches your safety culture at a foundational level, providing participants with a common understanding and language upon which your program can thrive.  

Recommended Member Utilities to Attend:

• Bushnell
• Lakeland
• Leesburg
• Mount Dora
• New Smyrna Beach
• Orlando
• St. Cloud
• Winter Park

Don’t live in one of these areas? Consider registering for one of the other Regional Safety Leadership Trainings available in an area near you:

• Tallahassee – May 21
• Gainesville – May 22
• Homestead – June 10
• Lakeland – September 17

Click the city name to learn more about the recommended Member cities to attend in each region.

Vendor: Leidos

FMPA has partnered with Leidos to deliver this pilot program to our Members. To encourage participation from all Members, FMPA will provide this initial program at no cost to the participants.