Note:
The pre-registration is currently closed. If you would like to attend this event, please come to the NWPPA registration desk at the hotel, and our onsite coordinator will be happy to help you.
Who Should Attend:
Engineers, staking technicians, foremen, and construction contractors who are responsible for making the hard decisions regarding interpretation and application of the NESC at their utility.
Related Events:
NWPPA/APA Alaska Electric Utility Conference, October 31, 2022
Arc Flash Hazards and Update, October 31, 2022
Design & Joint Use Considerations for Utility Fiber, October 31, 2022
Electric Utility System Operation, October 31, 2022
Course Overview:
The 2023 National Electrical Safety Code was released August 1, 2022, and becomes effective January 1, 2023. With many changes or additions to the NESC—most directly affecting distribution systems—learning these changes is imperative for personnel responsible for the safe design, construction, and operations of an electric utility system. This two-day course focuses on the application of the 2023 National Electrical Safety Code, with particular emphasis on the changes to the existing rules and new rules. In this class, you will learn the meaning of the safety code rules as well as how to apply the rules in everyday design.
Course Highlights:
Section 1 – Introduction to NESC
Section 9 – Grounding Methods
Part 1 – Electric Supply Stations
Section 21 – General Requirements
Section 25 – Loading of Lines
Section 26 – Strength Requirements
Section 27 – Line Insulation
Section 23 – Clearances
Part 3 – Underground Lines
Part 4 – Operation of Electric Supply
Course Instructor:
Hi-Line Engineering
Course Schedule:
Registration will begin at 8 a.m. Alaska Time, and the class will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on both days. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Course Location:
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
600 W 7th Ave.
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 263-2850
Course Hotel:
Marriott Downtown Anchorage
820 W 7th Ave.
Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 279-8000
Room Rate: $139
Please book your room as soon as possible, but no later than 10/9/2022, to secure this room rate.
Course Fees:
Utility Member Early Bird (EXTENDED to 10/14/22): $1,740
Utility Member Standard: $1,815
Associate Member Early Bird (EXTENDED to 10/14/22): $2,610
Associate Member Standard: $2,685
Non-member Early Bird (EXTENDED to 10/14/22): $3,480
Non-member Standard: $3,630
Note: Organizations that register a group of employees will receive every fifth registration for free. For example, if you register five employees, you only pay for four; register 10 employees, you only pay for eight; and so on. There is nothing additional you need to do to receive this discount.
Cancellation Policies:
For webinars, virtual classes, and section meetings: cancellation at least five days prior to the event, full refund; within 1-4 days or no show, 100% of the registration fee.
For in-person events: cancellation at least 30 days prior to the event, full refund; within 15-29 days, $100 fee; and within 1-14 days or no show, 100% of the registration fee.
If canceling because the attendee is showing COVID-19 symptoms any time before the event, a full refund will be issued; if leaving during the event for COVID-19 reasons, a prorated refund will be issued.
When possible, please send a substitute instead of canceling; NWPPA does not charge a fee for substitutions. To request a refund, please contact Customer Service, via email, registration@nwppa.org, or call 360-816-1457.
Safety Measures:
As we continue to monitor and evaluate COVID-19 levels, we understand that the health and safety of our members, staff, and the community are of highest concern. We are asking everyone to do their part. NWPPA and local venues will follow applicable federal, state, and local health protocols. Assumption of Risk: COVID-19 has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. It is not possible for NWPPA or anyone else to completely prevent the presence of the disease. Therefore, if you choose to attend a conference organized by NWPPA and voluntarily enter onto premises where its conference is held, you are accepting the risk, without right of claim against NWPPA and its directors, employees, or agents, of being exposed to, contracting, and/or spreading COVID-19 and its variants.
This course qualifies for 12 continuing hours. Certificates are available online upon full completion of the course.