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OSHA Compliance Deadlines

3/31/2015

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by Jim Wolfe, IAMU Electric Services Coordinator

Believe it or not, it has almost been a year since OSHA released the Electric Generation, Transmission and Distribution standard revision. Electric utility members have spent a lot of time researching products and equipment, accessing their systems, and interpreting what the standard says. This has also been a challenge for IAMU to provide members with information about compliance with the revisions. The biggest challenge right now is the fact that this affects every utility whether you have utility employees or contract all work out.


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Waverly Light and Power Adopts New Name

3/30/2015

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News release from Waverly Utilities


For more than a century, Waverly Light and Power has been providing electricity to area homes and businesses. A lot has changed during this time, and Waverly Light and Power has been on the forefront of that change every step of the way, giving the citizens of Waverly accessible, affordable and responsible energy options. Investments in wind, hydro and solar energy generation reflect their commitment to renewable, alternative energy sources.


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Risk Management Webinar: Developing a Safety and Health Program

3/30/2015

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IAMU and EMC Insurance Companies will host a special risk management webinar for IAMU members on April 21 at 1:30 p.m. (60 – 90 minutes long).  The title of the webinar is Developing a Safety and Health Program. 


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Roundtable Discussions at Broadband Conference

3/29/2015

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by Curtis Dean, IAMU Broadband Services Coordinator

At the 2015 Broadband Conference attendees once again participated in roundtable discussions on a variety of topics.  One of the topics addressed is what should IAMU be providing for broadband members that we aren't now.  This article will address that input and provide some feedback.


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Incorporating Distributed Generation into the Grid 

3/25/2015

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by Joel Logan, IAMU Director of Energy Services

Requests by customers for interconnected distributed generation (DG) facilities are on the rise in Iowa. The trend, fueled in large part by deep declines in the cost of solar PV, is likely to continue.


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Legal Battles Begin Over Recent FCC Rulings

3/25/2015

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As expected, legal challenges to two key rulings by the Federal Communications Commission have begun to trickle in.  Both the FCC's Open Internet ruling and it's pre-emption of anti-municipal broadband laws in two states are now subject to legal actions.


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DOE Seeking Input on LED Streetlight Reliability

3/25/2015

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The US DOE Municipal Solid-State Street Lighting Consortium (MSSLC) is soliciting feedback to learn more about end-user experiences with large-scale installations of LED Street and Area lighting. As part of its mission of gathering and sharing information among its membership, the MSSLC has developed a short questionnaire to collect member data on LED street and area lighting failures. 

To participate in the questionnaire, CLICK HERE.

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Apply Now For 2015 APGA Safety Contest

3/23/2015

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by the American Public Gas Association

Your gas system is invited to partici­pate in the Annual APGA Safety Con­test. All APGA members are eligible to enter this contest, and contestants will be divided into groups determined by the annual number of man-hours worked. 


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Green Power Leadership Awards

3/23/2015

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The application period for EPA's Green Power Leadership Awards is now open! EPA's Green Power Leadership Awards recognize exceptional achievement among EPA Green Power Partners and among green power suppliers. Green Power Partners and green power suppliers may apply for an award, or another party may nominate them. 

For more information on the Green Power Leadership Awards, CLICK HERE.

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Back Pain At Work: Preventing Pain and Injury

3/23/2015

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provided By Mayo Clinic Staff

Heavy lifting, repetitive movements and sitting at a desk all day can take a toll on your back. Get the facts about back pain at work and how to prevent it. 


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