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APPA Engineering & Operations Conference 2025
Join APPA at the SAFE Credit Union Conv. Center in Sacramento, CA from March 30 – April 2! Join the national network of public power professionals focused on designing, developing, and maintaining the nation's electric system. Connect and collaborate with experts, discover new ideas and best practices, and learn from practical case studies in the critical areas of: Environmental, Generation, and Fuels Grid Modernization Transmission & Distribution Safety* *NEW! The inaugural Safety Summit is taking place concurrently with the Engineering & Operations Conference! March 30 - April 2, 2025 | Sacramento, California Please visit: www.publicpower.org/education/events Explore Opportunities at the Engineering & Operations Conference Enjoy inspiring keynotes, delve into thought-provoking preconference seminars and best-in-class breakout sessions, celebrate excellence at our awards ceremonies, renew your networks, and discuss it all at lively receptions. Utilize these opportunities to elevate your experience and connect with like-minded peers in public power.
APPA Legislative Rally, Washington D.C.
Tell Your Representatives in Washington, D.C. Why Public Power Matters Join us in Washington, D.C. for the 2025 American Public Power Association Legislative Rally, the annual event for public power executives, policymakers, and staff to take public power’s message to Capitol Hill. Connect with public power peers and advocate collectively for the industry at the federal level. APPA will give you the tools you need to communicate public power’s value and help you influence federal policymakers whose decisions will impact your community’s future. APPA has made exciting changes for the 2025 Rally, with programming for all attendees beginning on Monday, February 24, 2025. Please see the Agenda and FAQs for more details! Visit: www.publicpower.org/education-and-events.
January eSource Newsletter _ Employee-in-Charge Requirements
EICs have an important responsibility that requires a plan for success
When was the last time your organization discussed or highlighted the importance of the employee in charge (EIC)? The EIC has the responsibility to ensure job site success, so it is one of the most important job functions within your company. And because electric utility workers perform jobs with extremely high-risk hazards that require successful planning and execution, organizations must assess whether they have equipped employees with the knowledge, skills, tools, responsibility and accountability required to successfully implement EIC duties. Read More .....
September eSource Newsletter: Fatigue in the Workplace
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August Insider Newsletter: IMEA. Our Members. Our Mission. To Serve!
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September Insider Newsletter: IMEA Apprentice 613 Workshop
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August eSource Newsletter: Supervising Staff in the Field
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August Insider Newsletter: IMEA. Our Members. Our Mission. To Serve!
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July eSource: Heat Related Illnesses and First Aid
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July Insider Newsletter: 2023 IMEA Scholarship Recipient, Van Skinner Interning with Scottsburg Electric Department
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June eSource Newsletter: What is Safety and Emergency Preparedness?
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June Insider: IMEA Board of Directors & Staff take pride in the Members we serve
Featuring: The Town of Williamsport and Williamsport Utilities
Please join us as we congratulate Kevin Strickler on his many years of service representing Williamsport Utilities. Kevin has led Williamsport Utility for over 45 years, since 1983, playing an additional role in the electric department which was added under his leadership in 2017, over 7 years ago. Read More...
May eSource Newsletter: Fall Protection and Prevention
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Falls are among the most common causes of serious work related injuries and deaths. Employers must set up the work place to prevent employees from falling off of overhead platforms, elevated work stations or into holes in the floor and walls. Read More...
May Insider: Mother's Day Tribute to Women in Public Power
Women represent an increasing share of Indiana Municipalities and surrounding states, and not just in traditional roles of the past. As you look around your public power utilities, you’ll find women in many roles—from lineworkers to engineers to financial managers and in top leadership roles. Presently, the industry has embraced women in public power in every aspect. Read More...
April eSource Newsletter : How to Stay Safe When a Power Line is Down
Be aware of hazards presented by downed power lines. Your life or the life of someone else depends on it. Read More..
April Insider: IMEA Member Spotlight Paoli, Indiana
The Hoosier of Hospitality. Paoli is a town in Paoli Township, Orange County, Indiana, United States. Paoli was laid out and platted in 1816. It was named for Pasquale Paoli Ash, the son of North Carolina governor Samuel Ashe. A post office has been in operation at Paoli since 1817.Read More...
March eSource Newsletter : 12 Tips to Protect Against Common Lineworker Safety Hazards
Every day, line workers endanger themselves with respiratory ailments, among other complications. It’s best to consider prevention of safety hazards when the contractor adheres to safety measures, such as proper clothing. Although there is no way to eliminate accidents, there are actions and tips to reduce them. Check out the tips below to protect your line workers from common safety hazards. Read More..
March Insider People and Places: New Leadership Team Member Mishawaka Utilities Electric Division
We are pleased to announce Don Beck has earned a well-deserved promotion to Construction Foreman for Mishawaka Utilities, Electric Division. Don’s career with Mishawaka began June 2002 when he was hired as an apprentice lineman, earning his journeyman card with IBEW Local 1392 in 2006. Read More..
February eSource Newsletter: Chemical Hazards and Toxic Substances
Chemical hazards and toxic substances pose a wide range of health hazards (such as irritation, sensitization, and carcinogenicity) and physical hazards (such as flammability, corrosion, and explosibility). This page provides basic information about chemical hazards and toxic substances in the workplace. While not all hazards associated with every chemical and toxic substance are addressed here, we do provide relevant links to other pages with additional information about hazards and methods to control exposure in the workplace. Read More...
February Insider People and Places: Justin Fry Auburn Electric General Manager
Please join us in welcoming Justin Fry as the Auburn Electric General Manager. Justin grew up in Auburn, graduating from Dekalb High School in 2008. He then went on to the University of Northwestern Ohio where he earned an Associates in Applied Science in 2010. Read More..
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