Environmental Professional Program (EPP)

Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures

1 Day: This course develops foundational skills for environmental compliance within electric distribution operations. Participants learn how to read and interpret federal and state environmental regulations relevant to daily operations such as Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state equivalent agencies. This course also provides an in-depth understanding of the SPCC regulations under 40 CFR Part 112 and their application in electric utility operations. Participants will learn the purpose of the SPCC rule, how to comply with the federal regulations, develop compliant SPCC Plans, conduct inspections, and implement spill countermeasures.

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) in the Electric Industry

1 Day: Participants will gain an understanding of the EPA regulations governing the use, storage, clean up, and disposal of PCBs, with emphasis on electric distribution equipment. The course covers proper set of storage areas, inspections, identification, labeling, and recordkeeping, and manifesting and disposal requirements for PCB and PCB-contaminated materials. The course also discusses cleanup requirements, techniques, and training for clean up crews for recent and long term spills. Participants learn how to contain and clean up mineral oil and PCB-containing oil released from transformers, regulators, and breakers. The course emphasizes spill response protocols, cleanup techniques, regulatory reporting, and effective coordination with emergency responders.

Waste Generation, Management, and Disposal

1 Day: This course provides an overview of the regulatory framework and best practices for managing waste streams generated by electric distribution activities. Participants will learn how to properly classify, label, store, and transport wastes—including hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, and electronic materials—in compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements. This course also highlights recycling and sustainability initiatives within electric distribution systems. Participants learn proper recycling procedures for metals, wires, wood poles, and equipment, as well as recovery and handling of SF₆ from breakers and switchgear.

Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act

1 Day: This course provides an overview of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and its relevance to electric utility operations. Participants will learn about Sections 302–312, which govern facility emergency planning, coordination with Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs), and community hazard communication. This course provides comprehensive guidance on stormwater permitting and management requirements for electric distribution construction activities under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) program and applicable state aquatic resource regulations. Participants will learn how to identify when permits are required, implement effective erosion and sediment control best management practices, and maintain compliance documentation such as Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and inspection records. This course focuses on managing construction spoils — soil, rock, and debris — generated during electric distribution and substation work. Topics include classification, reuse, and disposal practices to ensure environmental compliance.

Asbestos Management, Manifesting, and Shipping

1 Day: This course provides guidance on managing asbestos-containing materials (ACM) in electric utility facilities and field environments. It covers identifying ACM in vaults, conduits, and older structures, performing small-scale abatement projects safely, and complying with EPA NESHAP, OSHA, and DOT regulations for packaging, manifesting, shipping, and contractor oversight under Asbestos Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Class III requirements. This course also equips participants with tools and techniques to prepare for environmental regulatory inspections by state and federal agencies. It emphasizes the use of compliance calendars, training matrices, and legal registers to demonstrate ongoing compliance.