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This resource outlines the significance of RP3 designation for public power utilities, emphasizing the importance of striving for excellence in operations and service. The RP3 (Reliable Public Power Provider) program provides essential benchmarking and a structured framework to enhance reliability and safety in electric systems. By achieving RP3 levels, utilities can effectively market their strengths and improve community relations. Active participation in peer benchmarking not only drives continuous improvement but also supports workforce development and economic growth within communities.
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Why Utilities Should Seek Excellence Michael J. Hyland, PE VP – Engineering Services American Public Power Association
Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren't used to an environment where excellence is expected. Steve Jobs • Excellence is a process that should occupy all our days.Ted W. Engstrom
Starting our 7th Cycle Surpassed all of our expectations 176 RP3 recognized systems Idea for RP3 John Humphries – Princeton, KY Quality vs. Reliable/Safe Piloted 5 systems in 2003/04 Reliable Public Power Provider
RP3 is a utility operational “self-check” RP3 provides public power benchmarking Achieving an RP3 level gives public power utilities a tool for marketing what we do best within our communities RP3 application results provide a structured framework for sustaining or improving a reliable electric system Why Participate in Peer Benchmarking?
Economic Development Engineers Planning Customers Utility Management RP3 Employees Board Commission Council Finance SafetyOfficers Operations Staff Focusing on Results
RP3 Review Panel • 2 Large • 2 Medium • 2 Small • 1 JAA/SA • 3 T&D • 3 Safety • 2 HR • 3 Sys Plan
Missouri Very Active in RP3 • Bill Bach – Popular Bluffs • Chair of the System Planning Committee • Mike Conyers – MPUA • Chair of the Safety Committee • Brent McKinney – Springfield • Chair of T&D Committee • Chair of System Planning Committee • Will serve as Reliability Representative
Gold Level – for the utility that meets 80 percent of the RP3 program criteria. Platinum Level – for the utility that meets 90 percent of the RP3 program criteria. Diamond Level – for the utility that meets 100 percent of the RP3 program criteria. Earning Your RP3 Designation
Reliability Indices and use Benchmarking Mutual Aid Disaster Planning NERC Standards - Physical / Cyber
Safety Manual Use & adoption Work Practices Meetings, OSHA Training, AED’s, etc Disaster Drills Benchmarking
Networking Continuing Education Succession Planning Recruitment IDP’s Committee Participation Workforce Development
Research & Development Power Supply System Planning Energy Conservation & DSM System Betterment
DEED - R&D • DEED – created in 1980 • 100 Members • Less than $100 K year • DEED – 2010/11 • $669,600 awarded for 35 new projects • 22 projects completed • 62% of grant applications received funding • DEED earned a national Associations Advance America Award
Missouri • DEED Membership Survey - Please respond by Sept. 30. 2. DEED Student Research Grant/Internship Applications due October 15, 2011. Put a student to work at your utility. DEED pays for the student and the utility obtains a free temporary employee. 3. Apply in 2012 for a grant if you are doing a cool project.
Recognition – both utility and JAA or SA National and Local Media RP3 Award Plaques. Access / Use of the RP3 Logo Use the logo on utility bills, vehicles, business cards, Web site, etc. Insurance/Workman’s Comp rates. Bond Ratings – NES example Take advantage of what UAMPS and others already offer. Benefits of Becoming an RP3 Designated Provider
Achieving an RP3 level gives you a tool for marketing what you do best within your community Why Participate in RP3?
Helps MPUA and APPA support you on a state, regional and national level. Why Participate in RP3?
RP3 DEADLINE is September 30, 2011. Applications and Procedure Manual are available for download in Word or PDF at www.PublicPower.org/RP3 Hard copy application packets are available by contacting RP3@PublicPower.org Questions can be addressed to RP3@PublicPower.org or the Engineering Services Department at 202-467-2900 or your peers. Schedule a one-on-one webinar or conference call. Applying for RP3 Status
Perfection is not attainable. But if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence. ~Vince Lombardi
Michael J. Hyland Sr. Vice President, Engineering Services American Public Power Association (202) 467–2986 MHyland@APPAnet.org