Trainings and Roundtables

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 – August 27
• 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.

Project Management Professional Training

35 PMI Contact Hours or 35 PDU Credits Included

All classes are officially recognized by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and include 35 Contact Hours (amount required to take the PMP exam). For those who are already certified and looking into the class as a refresher, the 35 PDU credits can be used towards keeping their certification current. This course is designed to help individuals prepare for the PMP exam; however, taking the exam afterward is optional.

Cost includes the following: 

PMI® Membership + PMP Exam voucher bundle – Valid for 1 year

PMP Practice Exam System (Latest version)

PMI® Student License

The following are the minimum PMP certification requirements:

• Minimum 36 months project management experience for individuals with a four-year degree or global equivalent
• Minimum 60 months project management experience for individuals without a secondary degree (high school, associate’s degree, or global equivalent)
• Project Management Education: 35 contact hours of formal education
• Ethics: Agree to PMI’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
• Pass the PMP Exam 

Hotel Accommodations near FPUA: 

Hilton Garden Inn at PGA Village/Port St. Lucie – 8540 Commerce Centre Dr, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

Home2 Suites – 1990 Reynolds Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34945

Fairfield Inn & Suites – 6502 Metal Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34945

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. 

Lunch will be provided.

Please visit FMEA’s website to register. Do not complete the form below to register.

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]. 

Who Should Attend?

• Managers, supervisors, analysts, specialists, and any utility staff member who has an interest in human resources-related topics.

Registration Information:

• No cost as a benefit to FMEA members (please register for planning purposes).
• You must be logged in to FMEA’s website to register.
• Lunch provided.
• There will be a virtual option if in-person attendance is not possible.

FMEA Continuing Education Program:

There are 1.5 PDH (Professional Development Hours) available for attending this event.