THE BUZZ

“Technology is a

significant driver in the

way we will train the

next generation”

- Michael I. Callanan,

Fmr. Executive director

NJATC

In This Issue

Name Change

N.E.C. Corner

OSHA and CFR

Industry Day

Schedule of classes

The Electrical Training Institute’s Low Voltage Lab

Electrical Training Institute Newsletter January 2015

Low Voltage Lab Upgrades

We have made significant changes to the telecommunications lab and class-room over the past few months. These changes represent the latest technolo-gy available for installation. Both our Installer Technicians and Inside Wire-men programs use this hands-on training lab to develop proficiency in nurse call, fire alarm, and networked lighting controls. The electrical industry is continuously evolving towards distributed, intelligent devices that communicate over a common network. Years ago control sys-tems were isolated by protocols, which define how a component structures information. Today, the demands modern buildings place on the network in-frastructure require advanced data networks that seamlessly integrate with multiple manufacturer’s components.

Additions to the curriculum

Apprentices and Journeyman can now fully install and program a WattStopper digital lighting management system, Silent Knight fire alarm panel with initiat-ing and notification devices, and a TekTone nurse call system. We also have the latest in public address systems from Bogen and video surveillance from Bosch security that further enhance the hands-on component of our training.

From the Director’s Desk

The fall semester has been a busy one at the Electrical Training Institute. The Low Voltage Lab underwent a massive remodel. Added were designated systems for Fire Alarm training, a brand new Nurse Call system, and WattStopper digital lighting management system. Andre Grocox and Mike Hopkins spent the better part of our 6 week summer designing and implementing the new systems and it has been met with positive reviews from our telecommunication classes and the 3

rd year Inside apprentices. This spring we will have a BICSI class for any

interested Journeymen so sign up today! The new Confined Space Lab trainer is up and running! See the course description on our website for more in-formation on the class. Sign up for a confined space class today to get your certification. Congratulations go out to the 5

th year 2

nd semester class of apprentices who took their final test on December

19th. All our graduates completed their Associates Degree through Ivy Tech Community College. With this grad-

uating class, the Electrical Training Institute now has over 1,400 graduates since the programs inception in 1995. If anyone with an Associates degree is interested in pursuing their Bachelor’s degree through Purdue School of Technology, please reference the information listed on our website under Journeyman classes. Good Luck to the graduates and hurry back to see us for Journeyman Improvement classes. Continuing Ed classes will keep you up to date with the latest trends of the industry. Chris Madden, one of the recent graduating apprentices, participated with me on the Indiana Youth Institutes Saturday morning radio show. It was a panel discussion with the Associated Builders and Contractors. I would like to thank Chris for participating, he represented our industry very well. Check it out at the Indiana Youth Insti-tute website. Tech Nights will be implemented again in the Spring! This year we will again have our Tech Nights covering top-ics such as low voltage applications, controls, and the NEC. The advantage of the Tech Nights will be to see if Journeymen have an interest in taking a full class of study in the aforementioned classes. The tech nights will last 4 hours and then if the JW or JIT is interested they will have the opportunity to sign up for a full class.

We currently have 17 apprentices that have either served in our Armed Forces or are currently serving in the

National Guard. Thanks to all of our Veteran Apprentices for their service to our country.

Jim Patterson, Director

Continuing education keeps you plugged into the latest technology in the electrical industry

National Electric Code Corner

Two types of protection for motor installations

Code calculations for motors can be daunting. There are conductors, overloads, branch circuit OCPD’s, tables to reference, etc. The NEC gen-erally requires two types of protection for motors: overloads and branch circuits protection. Overloads protect the motor windings from overuse. Motors are machines that will overwork themselves and self destruct if not protected. The over-load is custom sized, based on the nameplate of the motor, to protect it from excessive heat. Branch circuit protection serves a different purpose. These fuses or circuit breakers are sized to protect the conductors in the event of a short circuit or ground fault. During either of these two events, the current typically rises very sharply and to a great magnitude.

What information do I need?

The overloads are sized based on the current value given on the name-plate of the motor. This comes from the manufacturer. The ground fault/short circuit protection comes from the current value listed in the NEC ta-bles of Article 430. Both current values are then are modified using the appropriate multiplier.

Is this acceptable under the NEC?

At first glance, an NEC compliant installation may allow a #14 conductor on a 50A breaker. While this seems to violate the rules of Article 240 re-garding overcurrent protection of small conductors, it is permissible. Remember: overloads protect the motor from small to moderate overcur-rent situations, the OCPD protects from large overcurrent situations.

NJATC’s new name: Electrical Training

ALLIANCE

The National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee changed their name

recently.

The former executive director Michael Cal-lanan stated “our new name better reflects the reality of our op-eration and the way we do business. We are truly an alliance of very diverse indus-try partners united by

a common cause”.

The collaborative ef-forts of training part-ners have allowed the Electrical Training Institute to receive product and tool do-nations. Many of our hands-on labs are built using training

partner donations.

The old URL www.njatc.org will redirect you to the new website www.electricaltrainin

galliance.org.

Apprentices Casey Cox (L) and Jimmy Kovecsi (R)

Confined Spaces Many construction jobsites and facilities we maintain contain specific and unique hazards. One of these potential hazards are hard-to-enter places which may contain atmospheric and/or physical hazards, sometimes consid-ered confined spaces. Confined spaces are “not necessarily designed for people, they are large enough for workers to enter and perform certain jobs. A confined space also has limited or restricted means for entry or exit and is not designed for continuous occupancy. Confined spaces include, but are not limited to, tanks, vessels, silos, storage bins, hoppers, vaults, pits, manholes, tunnels, equipment housings, ductwork, pipelines, etc.” (www.osha.gov)

Construction - 29 CFR 1926.21(b)(6)(i)

Currently, there are very thorough sets of rules for Confined Spaces in 29 CFR 1910 - General Industry and a brief blanket statement regarding Con-fined Spaces in 29 CFR 1926 - Construction. 1926.21(b)(6)(i) states “all em-ployees required to enter into confined or enclosed spaces shall be instructed as to the nature of the hazards involved, the necessary precautions to be tak-en, and in the use of protective and emergency equipment required.” This statement provides a generic requirement for training for individuals partici-pating in confined space work in the construction industry.

Upcoming OSHA Regulations for 2015 There are many reports that lean toward OSHA finalizing and releasing a rule for Confined Spaces in Construction in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA, 1926.1200 in 2015. This update to 1926 would create additional and more specific re-quirements for preparing to work in, training for work in, and performing work in Confined Spaces. A change in this standard means an increased need for educating our employers and members to effectively protect the lives of our electrical workers under State and Federal laws.

Welding Certification

Renewal

We offer a welding class that prepares you to pass the AWS D1.1 SMAW 3G weld-ing exam. Any mem-bers who are current-ly certified are eligi-ble to weld at the Electrical Training Institute to practice and to maintain their

certification.

We have a MIG weld-er and an SMAW (Arc) welder along

with plate steel.

You can use our jack-ets, gloves and hoods or bring your

own.

Contact Paul Meyers at (317)941-7021 or send an email to pmeyers@iejatc.org to schedule a time to

practice.

When does my OSHA card

expire?

We hear this question frequently. Techni-cally speaking, the OSHA card we issue never expires. How-ever, customers and contractors both un-derstand the value in continuing education and are beginning to implement their own

requirements.

It is no longer uncom-mon for a certain jobsite to specify that your OSHA card must have been granted within the past cou-ple of years. Since there is no OSHA ap-proved “refresher” course, you would need to attend an OSHA 10 or 30 hour class to receive a

new card.

We offer both cours-es several times throughout the year to help you stay up to date with OSHA re-

quirements.

CFR 1926 and the Law

29 CFR 1926

The rules pertaining to health and safety in construction fall under the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Title 29, Chapter XVII - Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor, Part 1926 - Safety and Health Regulations for Construction. The text in Part 1926 contains the published permanent rules covering all aspects of construction safety, in-cluding the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees. These rules are updated annually on July 1st.

OSHA – Construction Safety

The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 established a general legal requirement for employers to provide a safe and healthful workplace for all employees regardless of occupation. This is further echoed in the construc-tion safety standards. 29 CFR 1926.10 states “no contractor or subcontrac-tor…shall require any laborer…to work in surroundings or under working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to his health or safety…”

Education/Participation

It is vitally important for all workers to understand their rights and responsi-bilities as outlined in the 29 CFR 1926 publication. Rules for fall protection, electrical work, ladders, aerial lifts, and many other daily work activities are specifically outlined in the subparts of 1926. Safe work practices are estab-lished by these legally enforceable rules. The ultimate goal is to maintain a safe working environment and to return home unscathed each day from work.

Electrical Industry Day 2014

An exothermic welding demonstration and hands-on experience allowed every apprentice to be safety trained and manufacturer certified

Southwire representative Johnny Giannuzzi demonstrates Simpull technology

Electra Products representative Ted Sickels shows attendees the latest technology available

from Greenlee

Instructor Andre Grocox manned the grill to feed close to 300 attendees over two days

We hosted our first annual Electrical Industry Day in October. The day consisted of five sepa-rate product demos from Greenlee, CadWeld, Appleton, Bussman, and Southwire. The vendors donated door prizes to raffle off, with all money going to the IBEW 481 Help Fund. The at-tendees raised over $1,100 and had a chance to win a Milwaukee 18V drill, Greenlee hole saw or twist drill bit kit, or a set of Greenlee hand tools. All apprentices received a certification from CadWeld covering exothermic welding.

Contact Us

Give us a call for more

information about our

training opportunities

Electrical Training

Institute

1751 S. Lawndale Ave

Indianapolis, IN 46241

(317) 270-5282

cagee@iejatc.org

Visit us on the web at

www.iejatc.org

Classes for Spring 2015

EPRI A March 30 through May 7 on Mon/Thurs from 4:30-8:30 P.M. The EPRI journeyman instrumentation class is for individuals who intend to sit for the written exam. You may visit the ETA website for more information on certifica-tion guidelines. Instructor: Paul Meyers Class Fees: $95 BICSI CEC’s: 36

BICSI Jan 15 through Feb 26 on Mon/Thurs from 4:30-8:30 P.M.

This class will prepare you to take the BICSI Technician exam, which will be given at the training center the Saturday following the final day of class. Instructor: Andre Grocox Class Fees: $531

OSHA 10 February 2 and 3 from 4:30 – 10:00 P.M.

This course is considered an introductory lesson in OSHA safety regulations. The topics are designed to create a safer working environment for the electrical worker. Instructor: Jeremy Orcutt Class Fees: $25

Class

Reimbursement

Members who are cur-

rently out of work and

on Book One can ap-

ply for class fee reim-

bursement through the

union hall.

Go to IBEW481.org

and log in as a mem-

ber. Under the mem-

bers section, the nec-

essary form is availa-

ble.

2014 NEC April 6 through 23 on Mon/Thurs from 4:30-8:30 P.M. April 27 through May 14 on Mon/Thurs from 4:30-8:30 P.M. This is a refresher class for the NEC. The topics covered include: Code layout, conductor ampacity, sizing boxes and raceways, and changes to the code. Must have 2014 NEC. Instructor: Mike Hopkins Class Fee: $95

EPRI B Testing January through June 2015 — by appointment The Electrical Training Institute is an EPRI Certified Testing Facility with all the test instruments and equipment necessary to offer certification in EPRI B instrumenta-tion. Instructor: Paul Meyers Class Fees: $25 BICSI CEC’s: 36

OSHA 30 February 2,3,4,5,9,10 from 4:30-10:00 P.M.

This OSHA 30 hour training course is designed for journeyman, foreman, and field supervisors involved in the construction industry. Topics include HAZCOM, fall pro-tection, confined spaces, ladders, and many more. Instructor: Jeremy Orcutt Class Fees: $30 BICSI CEC’s: 30

Master’s License Jan 26 through March 5 on Mon/Thurs from 4:30-8:30 P.M.

This course will prepare the participant to take the Master Electrician’s Licensing Exam. Code calculations such as branch circuits, residential services, and multi-family services will be introduced. Note: $100 exam fee not included in class fee. Instructor: Paul Meyers Class Fees: $305 BICSI CEC’s: 36