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PEARL Technician Certification Takes another Giant Step in 2017
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Doug Powell, PEARL President
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In May 2014, PEARL made good on a promise to the membership and rolled out the PEARL Technician Certification Program. With the help of dozens of subject matter experts from both within and outside of PEARL's membership, a project that had been underway for nearly 3 years completed a major milestone with its Level l technician certification. It was a very proud moment for those of us who had worked so hard on the programs development. Since that first technician certification in 2014, PEARL has received nearly 100 applications from technicians who want to become certified. Both business owners and technicians alike are beginning to realize the value that an industry specific certification program can bring to their business, employee morale and to the career path of a technician in our industry. In fact, the program has been so successful, the most frequently asked question we hear from owners and technicians is, when will the Level ll certification be available? The answer to this question is, very soon. We have a very hardworking and dedicated committee of exam developers that are putting the final touches on the Level ll exam. Our goal is that we will be ready to start receiving applications by February or March 2017.
As we approach another milestone with PEARL and Technician Certification, I would like to discuss what you can expect at Level ll certification. As you might have noticed in the Certification Handbook, exam eligibility requirements start to change beginning at level ll. Unlike Level l, which had few Educational/Training requirements except for a High School/GED degree, Level ll PEARL certification will have increased eligibility requirements. Specifically, the new eligibility requirements will be in the area of continued education and training requirements for work safety and technical training. Beginning at Level ll, a technician will be required to show evidence that they have received a minimum of 20 hours of safety training and 40 hours of technical training within the past 3 years. Training certificates or transcripts will be required as part of the Verification Form which will be mailed to your employer after completion of your online application. Although this requirement will add slightly to the application and verification process, we expect that most of our members and technicians will understand that this requirement will add greater credibility to the PEARL Technician Certification Program throughout the industry.
For those technicians wanting to advance their careers by achieving Level ll PEARL certification, but finding that they are slightly short of the required training hours, no worries PEARL has your back. Both technical and safety training will be offered at this year's PEARL conference. If you sign-up for the pre-conference technical workshop on Friday and the technician training workshop on Saturday, you will receive 10 continued education hours that will count toward your Level ll application eligibility.
For those who are interested in taking the Level II exam at the Newport Beach conference this year, look for more news coming soon from PEARL on how to be ready for Level ll certification at the conference.
Please make plans now to join us on April 6-9, 2017 at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach California for the 20th Annual PEARL Electrical Safety, Reliability and Sustainability Conference & Exhibition. Plan to have your technicians in attendance to learn firsthand from industry subject matter experts.
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Doug Powell, PEARL President
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Moving from Withdrawable to Fixed Circuit Breaker Switchgear in ANSI Medium-Voltage Applications - White Paper
In the United States, medium-voltage (MV) power distribution typically uses withdrawable circuit breaker switchgear (WCBS). Withdrawable breakers allow for regular maintenance and provide an easily visible confirmation of circuit isolation but at a cost - having removable parts and the act of inserting and withdrawing breakers could result in the possibility of arc flash incidents. Modern fixed circuit breaker switchgear (FCBS), which uses highly reliable and virtually maintenance-free vacuum and gas breakers, eliminates this concern and introduces other potential advantages.
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Monster Electrical's Jim Clippard Retiring
Jim Clippard, Monster Electrical's long-time CFO, is retiring from the fuse specialist company. Taking Clippard's place is Nick Palmer, controller. Palmer brings a background in finance, accounting and customer relations.
Items Related to Thomas Edison Fetch $64,000 Plus at Auction
Right now, a pack of six standard 60 watt incandescent light bulbs will cost you about $15 on Amazon. If you want something a bit more special (say bulbs connected to Thomas Edison) it's going to cost you - a lot.
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Viewpoint: Why Can't Reman Growth Match Recycling?
How could annual sales growth in remanufactured products begin to match that seen in recycled materials over the past 20 years? And if this is to be done, which public policy instruments will make that growth possible? Thanks to the recent leadership of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation in combination with the long-term commitment from individual leaders such as Rolf Steinhilper, Walter Stahl, Binshi Xu, Nabil Nasr, Bob Lund, Henrique Rozenfeld, Mitsutaka Matsumoto and Bin Song, it looks now as if policy thinkers at the United Nations, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, European Union and within some governments are going to answer these two questions.
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The PEARL$AFE Leadership Corner is focused on professional and leadership development and ways to increase your business's internal effectiveness. Contributions come from Leanne Edwards, president of Leadership Management International.
The Power of Consistency
In this ever-changing, dot-com world of ours, the notion of consistency doesn't seem to have much of a place. In fact, the very concept of consistency can sound quite "boring." But don't let that fool you. Consistency will never be out of style, because it is such a crucial component of success.
The dictionary defines consistent as "conforming to a regular pattern." Indeed, consistency is all about discipline -- developing habits that will serve you and contribute toward your personal and professional growth.
Let's examine four areas where consistency can take you to a higher level. READ MORE
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PEARL Wishes You a Happy Holiday Season 
As a supporter of PEARL, we want to wish you, your family, and those closest a warm and happy holiday season. 2016 has been a very big year for PEARL, and with your continued support, 2017 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years in our history. With the launch of a new brand, a newly redesigned website, the Technician Certification Level II Program, the ANSI Standard, and so much more, 2017 will have more benefits to offer you! Happy Holidays!
Time to Renew Your Membership!
It's that time of the year when we look to wrap up projects and tasks for 2016 and start to plan for the coming year. To help make things easier in a time where
schedules filling up with travel, meetings, and hopefully some holiday fun, we at PEARL want to remind you that your membership expires December 31, 2016. The main contact of your organization should have received a renewal notice in the past weeks. With the new membership database system, renewing is easier than ever, but should you or the person renewing experience issues, please contact PEARL headquarters at 877-287-3275.
Welcome New Full Dealer Member, Bay Breakers!
PEARL and the Membership Committee are thrilled to announce that Bay Breakers has been approved as a Full Dealer Member! Welcome aboard!
PEARL In-Person Board Meeting Scheduled for January 14
This January, the PEARL Board of Directors will be meeting in Houston, Texas for their bi-annual in-person winter board meeting. Taking place Saturday, January 14, at the JW Marriott Houston Galleria, the in-person board meeting allows the PEARL leadership to meet for a full day to work on important issues facing the organization. This trip will also include a site visit.
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Sponsorship and Exhibit Opportunities Now Available for the 2017 Annual Conference
Sponsorship and exhibit opportunities for the 2017 Annual Conference have been made available, and options are going fast! Be sure to secure your sponsorship or booth space before they're gone. Click here to review this year's options.
And be sure to be with PEARL April 6-9, 2017, as we head to Newport Beach, California! This year's conference will have a sub-theme focused around disaster recovery. Schedule of events are coming soon!
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Dec 2016, Vol. 90
IN THIS ISSUE
Leadership Corner
PEARL News
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Congratulations to the Newest Level I Certified Technicians!
Tyler Reid Holland
Southland Electrical Supply
Tim Burgess
Southwest Electritech Services
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25th Annual IEEE IAS Electrical Safety Workshop
January 31, 2017
NETA PowerTest Conference
February 27 - March 3, 2017
Anaheim, CA
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PEARL is now accepting applications for Level 1 Technician Certification. For more information, click here, or contact
pearl@pearl1.org.
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PEARL offers some of the most competitive advertising rates in the industry with the PEARL$AFE monthly newsletter. Reach over 11,000 people with your ad!
Click here to review the e-Newsletter media kit. Have questions? Contact PEARL at
pearl@pearl1.org.
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