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Natural Gas Pressure Regulation and Over-Pressure Protection Workshop - Nov. 9

10/26/2022

Presented by Nelson Technologies

Click Here – Registration is Open!

Understanding basic principles, proper installation, maintenance, and testing of pressure regulation and over-pressure protection devices is a key component in providing the safe and effective delivery of natural gas to customers. This workshop is designed to provide natural gas personnel with the opportunity to gain knowledge and provide hands-on training from industry experts specific to Mooney and BelGas pressure regulation and over-pressure protection devices.

If you have any questions, please contact Nick Vandegriff, IAMU Gas Services Compliance Specialist at nvandegriff@iamu.org, or (641) 919-8411.

IAMU OSHA 300 Log Illness & Injury Recordkeeping & Reporting Workshop (Dec 8)

10/26/2022

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Lunch and breaks included

*** A certificate with 4 contact hours will be awarded ***

You should attend if…

You are responsible for the entry of employee illness or injuries on the OSHA 300 log
Your signature is on the 300A form
You have 11 or more employees at any time throughout the year (the threshold for reporting)
You have 20 employees in your utilities (water, electric, sewer, gas) departments (threshold for electronic reporting)
You are the person that needs to report a recordable injury to the staff person managing the OSHA 300 log

Workshop discussion will include first aid, employee involvement in your reporting system, and how to inform employees of their right to report work-related injuries, or illnesses, free from retaliation. The workshop will also include electronic reporting requirements, applicability, and updates to the standard. Attendees will also learn how to complete the OSHA 300, 301, and 300A forms and whose signature must be on the annual summary.

Registration is OPEN!
Click HERE

Note: This is an in person workshop. No webinar will be offered.

If you have any questions, please reach out to IAMU Safety Outreach Coordinator and workshop instructor, Margret Meade, at mmeade@iamu.org or (515) 210-6617.

EMC Insights: Be Alert About Workplace Fatigue!

10/26/2022

Overly tired workers are not only a danger to themselves, but also their coworkers and your bottom line. Find tips to minimize fatigue in your employees and keep them safe.

Click here to read the EMC Loss Control Insights article.

IWRC & IAEE Presents: The Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on the Energy Industry Webinar

10/26/2022

The Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC) in partnership with the Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency (IAEE) will host a webinar on The Impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on the Energy Industry on Wednesday, November 30 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. The 90-minute event will include a presentation by Jacob Goldman, LEED AP, Chief Engineer and Vice President of Energy Tax Savers as well as a Q&A.

With the recent signing of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law, a myriad of tax incentives for the energy community have opened up. attendees will learn about the Impact of the new legislation, new and revived incentives, tax-exempt project categories and who can benefit from the new provisions.
This webinar is designed to give attendees a thorough understanding of how to include all these incentives in the calculations of energy and building project ROIs and help the energy industry continue to innovate. The event will conclude with a Q&A session.

The webinar is being offered at no charge, but space is limited. Reserve your seat now at https://uni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2CI7sB2pS_eTHPmsNgZG3g.

IAMU Fall Broadband Forum - October 24th & 25th

10/19/2022

Registration for IAMU’s Fall Broadband Forum is still available. The conference takes place October 24 - 25 at Waverly City Hall.

Don’t miss out on the Waverly Utilities tour and a chance to meet with other broadband professionals.

Questions?
Contact Curtis Dean at curtis@smartsourceconsulting.com or (515) 650-0251.

Natural Gas Pressure Regulation and Over-Pressure Protection Workshop - Nov. 9

10/19/2022

Presented by Nelson Technologies

Click Here – Registration is Open!

Understanding basic principles, proper installation, maintenance, and testing of pressure regulation and over-pressure protection devices is a key component in providing the safe and effective delivery of natural gas to customers. This workshop is designed to provide natural gas personnel with the opportunity to gain knowledge and provide hands-on training from industry experts specific to Mooney and BelGas pressure regulation and over-pressure protection devices.

If you have any questions, please contact Nick Vandegriff, IAMU Gas Services Compliance Specialist at nvandegriff@iamu.org, or (641) 919-8411.

IAMU’s 28th Annual Water & Wastewater Operator’s Training Workshop

10/19/2022

Join us for a three-day workshop for water and wastewater operators featuring both basic and advanced topics for Water Treatment, Water Distribution, and Wastewater (1.2 CEUs) at Prairie Meadows Events Center in Altoona, IA December 6 – 8, 2022.

Registration is live! Click HERE now!

Early registration through November 22, 2022!

Questions? Contact Steve Marsh at smarsh@iamu.org or (515) 210-8156

EMC Insights: Don’t Overlook These 5 Fire Hazards

10/19/2022

Fires can start anywhere and causes are diverse—ranging from faulty wiring or machinery to dust, chemicals, hot work and even poor housekeeping. Learn more about fire hazards you might not have thought of.

Click here to read the EMC Loss Control Insights article.

Municipal Utility Law 101 Workshop - Nov. 9

10/12/2022

Presented by Ahler’s & Cooney, P.C.

This one-day workshop will provide an overview of a wide range of important municipal utility related legal topics, and is designed for municipal utility personnel including general managers, superintendents, finance officers, and utility clerks. Opportunities will be provided to ask questions in advance of the workshop and throughout the presentations.

Please click HERE for registration and additional information.

IAMU Fall Broadband Forum - October 24th & 25th

10/12/2022

Registration for IAMU’s Fall Broadband Forum is still available. The conference takes place October 24 - 25 at Waverly City Hall.

Don’t miss out on the Waverly Utilities tour and a chance to meet with other broadband professionals.
Questions?

Contact Curtis Dean at curtis@smartsourceconsulting.com or (515) 650-0251.