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Jean D. Jewell , Secretary
Idaho Public Utilities Commission
472 WestWashington Street
P. O. Box 83720
Boise, Idaho 83720-0074
He:Case No. IPC-07-
Phillips v. Idaho Power
Dear Ms. Jewell:
Please find enclosed for filing an original and two (2) copies of Idaho Power
company s Response to Petitioner s First Set of Interrogatories, Requests for Production of
Documents and Requests for Admission in the above-referenced matter.
I would appreciate it if you would return a stamped copy of this transmittal letter in
the enclosed self-addressed , stamped envelope.
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Idaho Power Company
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BEFORE THE IDAHO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
JERENE PHILLIPS
Respondent.
) CASE NO. IPC-07-
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'
RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'
FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF
DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR
ADMISSION
Petitioner
IDAHO POWER COMPANY
TO:PETITIONER AND HER ATTORNEY OF RECORD:
COMES NOW Idaho Power Company ("Idaho Power" or the "Company ) by and
through its attorneys of record and responds and objects to Petitioner s First set of
Interrogatories, requests for Production of Documents and Requests for Admission as
follows:
This response is qualified by virtue of the fact that discovery is not yet complete
in this matter. Other pertinent facts and witnesses on which Respondent may rely
during the course of the matter may be discovered and Respondent reserves the right
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION -
to supplement this response to set forth such facts and witnesses. It is premature to
require a full and complete response to this discovery and a limited objection is made
on that basis.
Petitioner interrogatories and document requests are objectionable to the
extent that they seek or may be deemed to seek information which is protected from
disclosure by attorney-client or other privilege , as attorney work-product, or as
containing mental impressions , conclusions, opinions, or legal theories of one or more
of Respondent's attorneys.
Petitioner s interrogatories are objectionable to the extent that they are overly
broad , general interrogatories such as those that ask defendant to state all facts on
wh ich a contention is based.
Documents will be produced at a time and place mutually convenient to counsel
for the parties, and/or reasonable under the circumstances.
Confidential information will be produced only subject to entry of an appropriate
protective order.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 2
INTERROGATORIES
INTERROGATORY NO.Please identify all persons answering these
interrogatories.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.: The response to this request and
those that follow were prepared by Mark Heintzelman, Delivery Services Leader, Idaho
Power Company and/or Bill Homan , Delivery Services Representative , Idaho Power
Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney II , Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 3
INTERROGATORY NO.Please set forth in detail the complete circumstances
of how the Company determined that it was utilizing the wrong multiplier for the
Petitioner s residence.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.As previously explained in Idaho
Power s Answer filed February 7 , 2007, Jerene Phillips has taken continuous service at
16625 Basin Way in Boise since it was constructed in 1994. Given the service
requirements of her all-electric home , the construction plan called for a Current
Transformer (CT) installation , thus requiring a meter multiplier (a.a. meter constant) to
calculate the actual kWhs for billing.
On March 26, 2006 during a periodic test Idaho Power visually inspected the CT
wiring and exchanged the meter at Ms. Phillips' address for testing as part of a planned
maintenance meter exchange. When processing the exchange order, the new meter
information and the correct multiplier of 40 were entered into the billing software system.
Idaho Power sent the old meter to its Meter Test Facility and determined that it
accurately performed its role towards recording energy usage. After Ms. Phillips called
Idaho Power on June 13, 2006 regarding the high energy use on her bill, Idaho Power
scheduled an appointment with Ms. Phillips on June 22nd at the premises to help
determine why her energy usage had doubled. On June 23rd it was determined a
billing error had occurred when a multiplier of 20 rather than 40 had been erroneously
inputted into Idaho Power s billing system in 1994 when Ms. Phillips' service was initially
established. As a result, Ms. Phillips was charged for only half of her electric usage
during the subsequent 12 years.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 4
Later that same day on June 23, the Company advised Ms. Phillips of the error
and that an Idaho Power employee would return to the premises to verify that the
multiplier of 40 was correct before a corrected billing would be sent. Idaho Power
confirmed that the CTs are the correct size, are installed correctly and are still installed
at the premises.
On July 12 , 2006 , an Idaho Power representative called Ms. Phillips to explain
that the under-billed usage for the three-year period between April 2003 and March
2006 would be included on her August 8th bill. The representative also explained that
payment arrangement options were available , including increased payments over 36
months to pay the re-billed amount.
Ms. Phillips contested the amount of the corrected billing and attempts to settle
the matter were not successful. Idaho Power representatives have visited with Ms.
Phillips several times to help her better understand her power consumption. The
Company also conducted an energy audit of her home and installed a survey meter that
records 15-minute intervals to better identify areas in which energy savings can be
achieved. Idaho Power has visited the residence several times to confirm the amount of
energy used at the premises and provide information promoting energy saving
opportunities.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 5
INTERROGATORY NO.Please identify the nine (9) accounts with billing
account errors due to incorrect multipliers referenced in your Answer to the Complaint
including how each one was resolved.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.Idaho Power objects on the
grounds that the information requested involves confidential customer account
information and is not relevant to the subject matter of this complaint.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 6
INTERROGATORY NO.Please identify the four (4) accounts with billing
errors due to the wire installation problems referenced in your Answer to the Complaint
including how each one was resolved.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.Idaho Power objects on the
grounds that the information requested involves confidential customer account
information and is not relevant to the subject matter of this complaint.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 7
INTERROGATORY NO.Please provide in detail the current status of the
other "62 previously uninspected installations" referenced in your Answer to the
Complaint.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.Idaho Power objects on the
grounds that the information requested involves confidential customer account
information and is not relevant to the subject matter of this complaint.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman, Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 8
INTERROGATORY NO.Please identify each and every person known to you
or your attorney who has any knowledge of, or who purports to have any knowledge of
any of the facts of this matter. Please also state the following:
(a)The relevant facts which you understand to be within the knowledge of
such person; and
(b)The substance of any testimony expected to be elicited from such person
at the hearing, if any, of this matter.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.Idaho Power objects on the
grounds that the request is overly broad and burdensome. Furthermore, the Company
cannot ascertain which witnesses Idaho Power will present, or the substance of
testimony expected to be elicited at hearing, until Ms. Phillips prefiles direct testimony.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 9
INTERROGATORY NO.Please state whether you are aware of or obtained
any admissions of Petitioner, if any, including the content of said admissions.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.To better assist Ms. Phillips in
lowering her future electric bills , Bill Homan made site visits to the Phillips residence to
monitor energy usage. On August 3 , 2006 , Mr. Homan called Ms. Phillips to advise that
high energy consumption (over 5000 kWh) continued and would be reflected in the
7/6/06 to 8/4/06 billing. Mr. Homan recommended adjusting thermostat and closing all
window coverings to help increase energy savings. Ms. Phillips returned Bill Homan
call , indicating that she understood but couldn t make adjustments as she was
McCall and planned to remain there until the mosquito abatement ended. Ms. Phillips
also made oral admissions to Bill Homan on or about August 18 , 2006 concerning her
willingness and intent to make usage changes necessary to reduce her energy
consumption and future billings.Other than documents filed by Petitioner legal
counsel in this matter, the only written communication Idaho Power has received from
Ms. Phillips was a settlement offer letter dated October 26 , 2006.
The response to this request was prepared by Bill Homan , Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 10
INTERROGATORY NO.Please identify in detail the types of meters normally
installed when Idaho Power is using a meter multiplier of 20.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.Electrical meters are identified by
American National Standard Institute s "Form" designations. The industry designation
for the single-phase, transformer rated , three wire, 120/240 volt service meter is Form
3S. Form 3S meters from any manufacturer are physically and electrically the same.
Idaho Power uses Form 3S meters for all single-phase, transformer rated , three wire
120/240 volt services. Form 3S meters are designed and wired such that the meter
multiplier is equal to 1/2 times the ratio of the current transformers applied. Thus , a
meter multiplier of 20 would be appropriate for a Form 3S meter if 200/5 ratio current
transformers were installed.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION -
INTERROGATORY NO.Please identify in detail the types of meters normally
installed when Idaho Power is using a multiplier of 40.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO.As explained in the response to
Interrogatory No., electrical meters are identified by standard "Form" designation. The
industry designation for the single-phase, transformer rated , three wire, 120/240 volt
service meter is Form 38. Form 3S meters from any manufacturer are physically and
electrically the same. Idaho Power uses Form 3S meters for all single-phase
transformer rated , three wire , 120/240 volt services. Form 3S meters are designed and
wired such that the meter multiplier is equal to 1/2 times the ratio of the current
transformers applied. Thus, a meter multiplier of 40 would be appropriate for a Form 3S
meter if 400/5 ratio current transformers were installed.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 12
INTERROGATORY NO. 10 Please set forth in detail the difference in the types
of meters installed when using a multiplier of 20 versus a multiplier of 40.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 10:For single-phase, transformer
rated, three wire , 120/240 volt service , Idaho Power uses the Form 3S meter. Although
each meter manufacturer has their own model designations, the form number identifies
the meter type and application. The multiplier is not built into the meter; the number is
manually added to the Company s billing system when a current transformer is used to
properly account for the reduced current value recorded by the meter.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 13
INTERROGATORY NO. 11 Please identify what types of meters identified in
either Interrogatory No.8 or 9 were installed at the Residence in 1994 and in 2006.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 11:All meters installed at the
Residence were Form 3S. From 1994 to March of 2006 the meter installed was a Form
3S General Electric model 150S. The meter installed from March 2006 until October
2006 was a Form 3S General Electric model 170S. In October at the request of Ms.
Phillips and the Idaho Public Utilities Commission Staff, Idaho Power installed a Form
3S meter with load recording capabilities. That meter is a Form 3S Elster model A1T-
the L designates load recording capabilities.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 14
INTERROGATORY NO. 12 Please identify the Idaho Power employee who first
installed Meter No. 62128615 at the Residence.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 12 Idaho Power is unable to identify
the Idaho Power employee who first installed Meter No. 62128615 at the Petitioner
residence in 1994.
The response to this request was prepared by Bill Homan , Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 15
INTERROGATORY NO. 13:Please identify the specific training the Idaho
Power employee received as to the installation of Meter No. 62128615 at the
Residence.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 13:At the time the meter was
installed , Idaho Power required a Journeyman Meterman to install transformer rated
meters. Meterman must complete a four-year apprenticeship that includes classroom
and on the job training. Installation of transformer rated metering is covered
classroom and on the job training. Idaho Power training materials have been produced
in response to Production Request No.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 16
INTERROGATORY NO. 14 Please identify the Idaho Power employee who
contacted Jerene Phillips in approximately July of 2006 , and informed her that Idaho
Power had installed a meter with a 20 multiplier.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 14:Bill Homan, Delivery Services
Representative, contacted Jerene Phillips in July 2006 to inform her of the billing error.
The response to this request was prepared by Bill Homan , Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 17
INTERROGATORY NO. 15:Please identify each Idaho Power employee or
person who inspected and tested Meter No. 62128615.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 15: The transformer rated meter site
was inspected at the residence by Journeyman Meterman William Harshman on March
, 2006 as part of Idaho Power periodic meter maintenance program.Meter
62128615 was removed from service at that time and delivered to the Meter Test
Facility for testing. Meter 62128615 was subsequently tested on March 28 , 2006 by
Meter Tester II Lewis McKillop in the Idaho Power Meter Test Facility.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
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INTERROGATORY NO. 16:Please identify the individual who put the new
meter information of the multiplier of 40 into Idaho Power s billing software system.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 16:Meter Service Coordinator
Christine Anderson completed the periodic test meter exchange order online in the CIS+
billing system for the meter exchange that took place on March 26 , 2006. The meter
multiplier entered at that time was 40.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 19
INTERROGATORY NO. 17:Do you plan on putting on evidence, either
testimony or through documentation.If so, please state the witness, substance of
testimony and produce the documentation.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 17:Idaho Power objects on the
grounds that the Company cannot ascertain what evidence Idaho Power will present, or
the substance of testimony expected to be elicited at hearing, until Ms. Phillips prefiles
direct testimony.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 20
INTERROGATORY NO. 18 Please identify each matter where Idaho Power or
any other utility s request for back billing has been denied or refused by the Idaho Public
Utilities Commission.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 18 Idaho Power objects on the
grounds that the interrogatory seeks information that is publicly available to the extent
that it exists and is no more burdensome for the Petitioner to locate than it is for Idaho
Power.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 21
INTERROGATORY NO. 19 Please explain why an Idaho Power employee was
required to return to the Residence on June 23 , 2006 to verify that the multiplier of 40
was correct.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 19: Out of an abundance of caution
Delivery Services Representative Bill Homan requested that a second meter technician
verify the multiplier of 40 was correct before a large corrected billing was sent to the
Petitioner.
The response to this request was prepared by Bill Homan , Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
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INTERROGATORY NO. 20:Please identify the person who was originally
responsible for the improper use of the 20 multiplier at the Petitioner s Residence.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 20 Idaho Power is unable to identify
the Idaho Power employee originally responsible for the improper use of the 20
multiplier at the Petitioner s residence. The multiplier was either 1) written on the field
order as 20 in error, or 2) inputted into the billing system as 20 in error. Idaho Power
did not retain the 1994 field order in the ordinary course of business.
The response to this request was prepared by Bill Homan , Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 23
INTERROGATORY NO. 21:Please explain in detail what "field verification
means as referenced in your Answer to the Complaint.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 21: Field Verification " refers to a
qualified person performing a "Meter Site Verification" in accordance with the "Meter
Site Verification Criteria" documented in the Meter Quality Manual MQM-1. In the case
of transformer rated metering, a journeyman meter technician is qualified to perform
field verifications.The Meter Site Verification Criteria is provided in Production
Response No.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
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INTERROGATORY NO. 22 Please explain why if it was merely an office billing
error that Idaho Power conducted a field verification on 500 installations to review meter
multipliers.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 22 Idaho Power has historically found
few instances where the wrong multiplier was used. When Jerene Phillips' multiplier
was found to be incorrect, Idaho Power took the precaution of checking all similar meter
installations to ensure the correct multiplier had been entered in the billing system
based on the metering equipment installed at each site.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman, Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
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INTERROGATORY NO. 23 Please identify the circumstances under which a
multiplier of 20 versus a multiplier of 40 is used.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 23: Idaho Power uses the Form 3S
meter for single-phase, transformer rated , three wire, 120/240 volt service. If 200/5 ratio
current transformers are installed , the correct multiplier would be 20 (% the current
transformer ratio). If 400/5 ratio current transformers are installed, then the correct
multiplier would be 40 (% the current transformer ratio).
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 26
INTERROGATORY NO. 24:Please identify whether a meter or current
transformers have an internal multiplier of 20 or 40.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 24: Current transformers have fixed
primary to secondary turns ratios; the current in the secondary circuit is equal to the
current in the primary circuit divided by the turns ratio. Form 3S meters can be
purchased with special registers that reverse the effect of specifically applied current
transformer ratios , such meters are considered direct read meters and would have a
multiplier of 1 in the billing system. Meter No. 62128615 was not equipped with a
special register.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 27
INTERROGATORY NO. 25 Please identify the head of the Meter Department
at Idaho Power.
RESPONSE TO INTERROGATORY NO. 25:Duane Van Patten is Idaho
Power s Manager of Metering.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
, Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
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REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce a copy of each and
every document identified in or related in any way to your answers to the
Interrogatories.
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.the extent
documents have not been provided in response to Production Requests 2 and 5 , Idaho
Power provides the following documents:
a. Settlement Letter referenced in Interrogatory Response 7 , provided in response
to Production Requests 1 , 5 and 8;
b. Meterman Training Materials reference in Interrogatory Response 13 , provided in
response to Production Requests 1 and 9;
c. Meter Location History and Meter Test History reports referenced
Interrogatories 11 and 15, provided in response to Production Requests 1 , 2 and
d. CASMETER archive system report for 1994 meter installation referenced in
Interrogatory 15, provided in response to Production Requests 1 2 and 5;
e. Meter Quality System Account Reports referenced in Interrogatory 14 , provided
in response to Production Requests 1 and 5;
f. Meter Site Verification Criteria MQM-1 referenced in Interrogatory 21 , provided
in response to Production Request 1 ;
g.
Meter test results referenced in Interrogatory 15 , provided in response to
Production Requests 1 , 2 and 5;
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
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h. Emails re: multiplier verification referenced in response to Interrogatory 15
provided in response Production Requests 1 , 2 and 5;
i. Screen shots of completed orders related to Jerene Phillips' account referenced
in response to Interrogatory 14 , provided in response to Production Requests 1
and 5;
j.
Periodic Meter Test Order containing notes of Journeyman Meterman Bill
Harshman when he removed Meter No. 62128615 for testing on March 26 , 2006
referenced in response to Interrogatory 15, provided in response to Production
Requests 1 , 2 and 5; and
k. Screen shots of completed meter exchange order with correct multiplier of 40 as
entered into billing system on March 26 , 2006 by Meter Service Coordinator
Christine Anderson (User LD. CXA5195 on the meter exchange entry audit trail)
referenced in Interrogatories 11 and 16, provided in response to Production
Requests 1 , 2 and 5.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman, Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 30
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce any and all documents
relating to the inspection and testing of Meter No. 62128615.
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.the extent
documents have not already been provided in response to Production Requests 1 and
, Idaho Power provides the following:
I. 1994 and 2006 Periodic Meter Test History for Meter No. 62128615; and
m. Screen shots detailing meter testing results and retirement due to obsolescence.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION -
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce the actual Meter No.
62128615.
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.3: Meter No. 62128615
was retired and disposed of on March 28, 2006 after it was tested and the results were
recorded. This meter was purchased in 1976 and had gone through one periodic
maintenance cycle prior to being installed at the Petitioner s residence in 1994. It was
retired based on purchase year and model criteria. Documents detailing these events
have been provided in response to Production Requests 1 and 2.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman, Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 32
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce the multiplier tags that
were attached to Meter No. 62128615.
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.4: Meter No. 62128615
was retired and disposed of on March 28 , 2006 after it was tested and the results were
recorded. To the extent that multiplier tags for Meter No. 62128615 existed , they are no
longer within Idaho Power s possession or control.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
, Idaho Power Company.
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REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 33
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce any and all documents
relating to Jerene Phillips account for the residence located at 16625 Basin Way, Boise
Idaho 83714. '
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.To the extent
documents have not already been provided in response to Production Requests 1 and
, Idaho Power provides the following:
n. Phillips energy usage data 2004-2006;
o. Phillips Account Information before and after the billing correction;
p.
Customer Contact Log for Phillips account (both screen shots and print out);
q.
Raw 15-minute interval graphs and data for Phillips account;
r. Phillips billing and energy usage from July 1995 to present showing rebilled
amounts (with and without degree day data);
s. Bill Homan s investigation notes written on service order initiated when Jerene
Phillips called Idaho Power with high bill concerns;
t. Meter Management Subsystem reports for current transformer serial #6317544
and #6318185 installed in 1993 after 11/19/93;
u. Customer Information System report showing meter reading history from 9/30/99
to 11/3/06. No trouble codes reported for this account;
v. Customer Information System archived information on microfiche showing
account history from 4/30/95 through 3/29/2000; and
w. Idaho Power response to Jerene Phillips' settlement offer.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 34
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 35
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce a copy of each and
every document, diagram, sketch , photograph or other items of tangible physical
evidence which you might use as an exhibit at a hearing.
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Idaho Power
objects on the grounds that the Company cannot ascertain what evidence Idaho Power
will present, or the substance of testimony expected to be elicited at hearing, until Ms.
Phillips prefiles direct testimony.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 36
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce copies of any Idaho
Public Utilities Commission Orders where back billing has been denied or refused.
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Idaho Power
objects on the grounds that the interrogatory seeks information that is publicly available
to the extent that it exists and is no more burdensome for the Petitioner to locate than it
is for Idaho Power.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 37
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce copies of any written
statements given by the Petitioner in this matter.
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Other than
documents filed by Petitioner legal counsel in this matter, the only written
communication Idaho Power has received from Ms. Phillips was a settlement offer letter
dated October 26 , 2006.The settlement offer letter was produced in response to
Production Request No.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 38
REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.Please produce the written training
manual and materials provided to employees on the correct installation of meters back in
1994.
RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION NO.At the time the
meter was installed , Idaho Power required a Journeyman Meterman to install
transformer rated meters. A Meterman must complete a four-year apprenticeship that
includes classroom and on the job training. Installation of transformer rated metering is
covered in classroom and on the job training. Idaho Power training materials have been
produced in response to Production Request No.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 39
REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION
REQUEST FOR ADMISSION NO.: Please admit that Jerene Phillips was denied
the opportunity to implement conservation measures to reduce consumption of power over
the three (3) years that she is now being back billed for.
RESPONSE TO ADMISSION NO.Idaho Power denies that Jerene Phillips
was denied the opportunity to implement conservation measures to reduce her power
consumption. All customers have the opportunity to conserve energy and have been
frequently encouraged to do so by Idaho Power and the Idaho Public Utilities
Commission.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative , Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 40
REQUEST FOR ADMISSION NO.Please admit that Jerene Phillips promptly
paid her monthly account with Idaho Power from 1994 until the current dispute arose.
RESPONSE TO ADMISSION NO.According to Idaho Power s records
Jerene Phillips has promptly paid her Idaho Power account from 1994 until this billing
dispute arose in 2006.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom, Attorney II
Idaho Power Company.
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 41
REQUEST FOR ADMISSION NO.Please admit that the error in utilizing the
incorrect multiplier was solely that of Idaho Power and not as a result of anything that
Jerene Phillips did or did not do.
RESPONSE TO ADMISSION NO.Idaho Power admits that the error in
utilizing the incorrect multiplier was solely its own and not that of Jerene Phillips.
The response to this request was prepared by Mark Heintzelman , Delivery
Services Leader, Idaho Power Company and Bill Homan Delivery Services
Representative, Idaho Power Company, in consultation with Lisa Nordstrom , Attorney
Idaho Power Company.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED this day of March 2007.
;11, ?f~~Lisa D. Nordstro
IDAHO POWER COMPANY'S RESPONSE TO PETITIONER'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES,
REQUESTS FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS AND REQUESTS FOR ADMISSION - 42
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on this ~day of March 2007, I served a true and
correct copy of the within and foregoing upon the following party by the methods
indicated below and addressed to the following:
Stanley J. Tharp
Eberle , Berlin , Kading, Turnbow
McKlveen & Jones, Chartered
O. Box 1368
Boise, ID 83701
---X- Hand Delivered
S. Mail
Overnight Mail
Electronic Mail
FAX
Jerene Phillips
16625 Basin Way
Boise , ID 83714
Hand Delivered~ U.S. Mail
Overnight Mail
Electronic Mail
FAX
Cecelia A. Gassner
Deputy Attorney General
Idaho Public Utilities Commission
O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0074
Hand Delivered
S. Mail
Overnight Mail
Electronic Mail
FAX
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ID AH POWER CO MP ANY
CASE NO. IPC-O7-
FIRST PRODUCTION REQUEST
0 F PETITIONER
RESPONSE TO
REQUEST NO.
Jerrene Phillips
16625 Basin Way
Boise, ID 83714
Idaho Power
Attn: Sam Turner
10790 W. Franklin Rd.
Boise, ID 83709 October 26, 2006
Dear Mr. Turner
First, I'd like to thank Idaho Power and the Public Utilities Commission for coming to
my house in attempt to assess my disputed power bill. Hopefully, we are on the right
track to troubleshooting power consumption.
I would like to disagree that the responsibility is entirely mine, as I paid my bills in full
and on time according to what I was billed. I also strongly feel that had I received an
accurate accounting of my power consumption, I could have taken measures to conserve.
However, a mistake beyond my control made by Idaho Power denied me that
opportunity .
This being said, I would like to make a proposal to settle the disputed amount in a one
time payment of$3l53.l7. This is an offer of good faith in an attempt to resolve this
matter.
Please respond in writing by November 30 , 2006.
Sincerely,
Jerrene Phillips
cc: Public ~ties Commission
Attn: Tammie Estberg
O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0074
Idaho
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METERMAN TRAINING
PROGRAM
PROGRAM OUTLINE
METERMAN TRAINING PROGRAM
METER HELPER LEVEL
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
TRAINING SECTION
JUNE, 1983
II.
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POLICY
After January 1, 1983, any employee hired as, or transferred to a
meterman classification at less than journeyman level is requiredto enroll in the Meterman Training Program. Other employees,
including journeymen metermen, and those employees classified as
apprentice metermen before January 1, 1983, may voluntarily enroll
in the program.
PURPOSE
It is in the best interest of Idaho Power Co, those served by
Idaho Power, and the Company employee to have metermen who are
well trained in their profession. With a comprehensive Training
Program, the Company profits from a more competent work force, and
the customer gains a more rel iable service at a lower cost. But,
perhaps the biggest advantage of such a program is the increased
confidence technicians have in their ability. Confident metermen
know what they are capable of, realize their limitations, have a
feeling of belonging and contribution, and are safer workers.
It is therefore the responsibil ity of the Company to:
Provide a comprehensive, structured program for training
metennen.
Provide the guidance and counseling necessary to assist those
in the Training Program.
Offer proficiency training to keep those metermen in the
journeyman bracket abreast of changes and practi ces in the
industry.
It is the responsibility of those in the Training Program to:
III.
Rea 1 i ze the necessi ty and importance of such a
program.
Devote the necessary energy and time to
satisfactorily complete the training.
Provide input and feedback to those administering the
program to assure the training is serving the
i ntended purpose.
STRUCTURE
Training for a meterman is accomplished at three levels:
Meter Helper - Here the trainee becomes acquainted with the
basic Company requirements, basic knowledge of electricity,
a 11 meters, tools, methods and procedu res of meteri ng and
assists apprentices and journeymen in their normal duties.
Training received here will prepare the individual to enter
the apprentice level.
The time frame for a meter he1 per i s very f1 exib1e, but
normally the trainee must serve at this level for at least 6
months, but not more than 24. Regardless of the time spent,
the helper must complete all the objectives required at this
level before advancing to the apprenticeship bracket.
The supervisor is responsible for training a meter tester and
can utilize the trainee s ability as seen fit. There are,
however, restrictions. Those restrictions are:
Pole c1 imbing - A meter he1 per wi 11 c1 imb on the job
only under constant supervision. For training in a
controlled environment, a 16 hour pole climbing course
is available.
IV.
Voltages - the meter helper will not work with
unfamil iar voltages, except with constant supervision.
Vehicle operation - the helper must attend the defensive
driving course and the vehicle operation and maintenance
class before operating a 6,OOO-series vehicle alone.
Apprentice - Here person learns to climb, build on and
improve one knowledge and procedures learned as a metertester. Normally it will take the apprentice 36 months to
reach the top step of the apprenticeship bracket.
Journeyman - Once an apprentice reaches the journeyman
bracket, the skills learned in the Training Program are
constantly used. Although not in a progression-type Training
Program the journeyman will always want and need training to
refresh knowledge and skills, and to learn new methods and
practices.
ADMINISTRATION
The Training secti on of the Human Resources Department i s respon-
sible for implementing, coordinating, and controlling the Meterman
Training Program. It will, however, be the responsibility of the
respective divi sions and departments invol ved in the program to
provide instructors and instruction in certain areas.
To maintain consistency throughout the Company, the training
section will supervise the program by providing checks and
recommendations before each trainee is advanced.
WAGE/TRAINING ADVANCEMENT RELATION
Nonnally a meterman will be eligible for a merit salary increase
each s i x months. That i ncrease depends on the performance of the
trainee. The progress of the individual in the Training Program
VI.
VII.
must be considered a part of that performance. If both job accom-
pl ishment and training are acceptable, there will be no problem
getting step increases. However, if either job accomplishment or
training is less than desirable, that will be grounds for
postponing a step increase, transferring the employee to a more
suitable fiel d, or terminating the trainee I S employment.
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Each Division and Department involved with training metermen will
establish an advisory committee. This committee will be selected
by the respecti ve superintendents and shoul d have at east three
members who are closely related to the metering profession. One
purpose of the committee is to periodically review the Meterman
Training Program and provide feedback to the Human Resources
Department for changes, emphasis in different areas, or confirm-
ation of a val id program.
The advisory committee must be famil iar with the number of
trainees in the Meterman Training Program and their progress.
DUAL CHANNEL TRAINING
The employee enrolled in the Meterman Training Program will be
required to advance simultaneously in two channels in order to
advance to each step:
On-The-Job Training
Related Studies
On-The-Job Training Is experience
performance duri ng the nonna 1 workday.
objecti ves that must be sati sfactori ly
advance in this channel. The objectives
on-the-job training, field training.
ga i ned from actual
There are certai
met ; n order to
are outlined under
VIII.
IX.
Related Studies The trainee will be requir~d to take a
home-study course and successfully complete each block of the
course before advancing in each step. There are classes that
supplement the home-study course, and the trainee must attend
these classes, even though they may be held during after-work
hours.
There will be no cost to the trainee for the home-study
cou rse.
TRAINING RECORD
Each trainee in the Meterman Training Program is required to main-
tain a training record. It is the responsibility of the trainee
to have training objectives signed off as they are accomplished.
The training record is self-explanatory.
TRAINING
Figure 1 shows the ideal progression of a trainee at the meter
helper level. The progress is divided into two periods. The time
spent in each peri od depends on the ti me s pent as a meter helper.
For reasons of organization and clarity, the outl ine is divided
into the same two periods.
Fi rst Time Peri
Field Training:
This is a probationary period. The objectives for this
period need not be done in any particular order.
However, they must all be accomplished by the end of the
time period. It is in the best interest of the trainee
to not wait until the end of the period to be evaluated
on the obj ect i ves .
The letters in parenthesis after the stated task/objec-
tive indicate the level of training required. Refer to
the Training ~ecord for an explanation fo the letters.
Safety The meter helper must become familiar with
the Company acci dent prevention program and all
applicable safety rules.
The trainee will explain the Company and/or
department safety requi rements for: (A)
(1 )Test Boards
(a) Fusing
(b) Exposed Voltages
(2)
(3)
(4 )
Causti c Cleaning Sol utions
Broken Gl ass
Rubber protective equipment
(a) Low Voltage Gloves
(b) Hi gh Voltage Gloves
(c) High Voltage Mat
(5) Hard Hat(6) Safety Glasses
(7) Safety Goggles(8) Vehicle Safety(9) First Aid ~t
(10) Fire Extinguisher
Company Radio The meter helper must be familiar
wi th the Company radi 0, i ts purpose, and how to
correctly use i t.
Usi ng the correct i dent i fi ca t i on numbers and call
sign, the trainee will correctly: (A)
(1 )
(2)
Place Radio Calls
Answer Call s
Testing Instruments Test instruments are very
important to a meterman. Here, the meter hel per
must begin recognizing those instruments and what
they are used for.
The trainee will identify the following and briefly
explain the use of each. (A)
(1)Vol tmeter
(a)
(b)
Indicating
Recording
(2)Ammeter
(a) Indicating
(b) Recording
(c) Maxi-Meter
(3)
(4 )
(5)
(6)
(7)
Rotation Meter
Ohm Meter
Watt Meter
Phase Ang 1 e Meter
Appl i ance Meter
Single-Phase Meter The single phase self-
contained meter is the most widely used meter.
The meterman must have a thorough understanding of
the principle of operating and an ability to
troubleshoot any problem with the single-phase
meter.
That understanding and ability to repair this meter
must begin with familiarization of the
components.
The trainee will identify the following components
of a meter and show their location on a working
meter: (A)
(1) Base
(2) Frame(3) Potential Coil
(4) Current Coi
(5) Disc(6) Bearing & Guide Pins
(7) Magnet(8) Full Load Adjustment(9) Light Load Adjustment
(10) Balance
(11) Potential Link
(12) Register
(13) Face P1 ate
(14) G1 ass Cover
Test Equipment Testing is an obvious and im-
portant part of a meter helper s job. In order to
become proficient in the use of this equipment, the
trainee must first recognize the equipment, its
use, limitations, and safety precautions.
The trainee will explain the use of the following,
to include safety precautions. (B)
(1)Test Board
(a) Phantom Load
(b) Standard
(c) Counter
(d) E1 ectri c Eye
(e) Fusing(f) Maintenance
(g)
Relays
(h) Running Board(i) Installation of Meter
(2)Computer-controlled test facility
(si ng1 e-phase)
(a)Insta 11 ati on of Meter
S- Type
A- Type
(b) Operation
(c) Programming
(d) Maintenance
Test Fundamenta 1 s Before the meter helper can
begin actually testing meters, certain basic
concepts have to be understood.
The trainee will correctly explain and perform the
following: (B)
(1)Mathemati cs
testi ng
used finding ratios for
(a) Fractions
(b) Decimal s
(2)Products used in determi ni ng meter accuracy
(3 )
(4 )
(a) Gear Rati 0
(b) Regi ster Rati 0
(c) Watthour Constant (K ) of Meter
(d) Watthour Constant (K of Standard
(e) Vol tage
(f) Amperes
(g)
Stators
Those parts of a meter that requi re cl eani ng
during the testing process
(a) Beari ng
(b) Jewel s
(c) Guide Pins
(d) Magnet
(e) Regi ster
Adjustments to be made and recorded for
future reference
(a) Meter History Record (Form 713)
(b) Meter Test Record (Form 714)
(c) Special Meter Test Record (Form 716)
(d) Light Load
(e) Full Load
(f) Balance
(g)
Power Factor
(5 )The PUG-mandated meter test imits,
percent.
(a) Li ght Load
(b) Full Load
(c) Combined Total
(%)
. h.
Meter Di agrams The meter helper must be fami 1 i ar
with the wiring diagrams of various meters.
Using a meter diagram, the trainee must correctly
explain and make the correct connections for the
following meters and their components. (A&B)
(1 )
(2 )
Single-phase, two-wire, self-contained meter
Single-phase, two-wire, current transformer
(CT) meter.
(a) Current coil
(b) Voltage Coil
(3 )Single-phase, three-wire, meter
(a) Current coi
(b) Vol tage coi 1
Meter Base Connections . A very important part of a
meterman s job, connections of a meter base must be
thorough ly understood. At thi poi nt the meter
helper must know the difference in those
connecti ons, wi th the help of a wi ri ng di agram.
Using a wiring diagram for each of the following
meter bases, the trainee wi 11 i ndi cate the
connecti on poi nts and the respective conductors,
and make those connecti ons. (A&B)
(1)Si ngl e-phase,three-wi re
(2)Si ng 1 e-pha se,two-wi re,se 1 f conta i ned
(3)Si ngl e-phase,two-wi re, current transformer
(CT)
(4)Si ngl e-phase,two-wire base using a
s i ngl e-phase,three-wi re meter.
i .Single-Phase Meter Testing Up to this point, the
meter helper has trained on the theory and applica-
tion of meters. Now actual testing of the meters
is approached. Here, everything previously learned
is "plugged in " to produce a meter test.
The trainee will test the following meters, and
explain the corrective action required when a meter
does not meet the standards. (Here it is trained
to the "B" level.
(1)Westi nghouse
(a)
(b)
(c)D2S
(d)D3S
(e)D4S
(2)Sangamo
(a)J2S
(b)J3S
(c)J4S
(d)J4ES
(3)General Electric
(a)30S
(b)50S
(c)60S
(d)70S
Re 1 ated Studies
Supplemental Classes During the first time period
the meter he1 per should attend the following
classes.
(1)
(2 )
Orientation This class will be held during
normal work hours. The purpose of the classis to exp1 ain the Company to the new
employee. Also, the Meter Department'
importance and objectives will be covered, as
we 11 as an i ntroduct i on to the equi pment,
rules and regulations of the department.
On-The-Job Safety This eight-hour class
will be conducted by the Division Safety and
Security Supervisor. The Company Safety
Manual will be exp 1 a i ned. A 1 so covered wi
be the hazards common to all technicians
within our operations. This class will be
conducted duri ng work hours.
(3 )Fi rst Aid/CPR Thi s ei ght-hour c1 ass wi 11 be
conducted during normal work hours. The
Safety and Security Supervi sor of each
division is responsible for the course.
( 4)Defensive Driving Course Thi s eight-hour
course is given by each division during work
hours. This class is required for all
employees who drive Company vehicles.
(5 )Operator s Responsibilities Also required
for all operators of Company vehicles, this
short video course is to be completed on an
employee s own time.
(6)Print Reading An eight hour course designedto introduce the trainee to prints and
symbols used by Idaho Power. This class is
held after work hours.
(7)Distribution Standards A four-hour, after
work hours class. This training is designed
to i ntroduce a trai nee to the val ue and use
of our Company Di stribution Standards.
Home Study Course
During this period, the meter helper must complete the
following unit of the Home Study Course.
Construction Safety (6457). A single unit, this volume
will also require just a few hours of study. The text
di scusses causes and costs of acci dents, the importance
of good housekeepi ng, the proper handl i ng and storage of
materials, and the precautions to be taken when using
tools and equipment.
Second Time Period
If the probationary meter hel per successfully completes all
the training requirements and is reconmended for permanent
employment, the second training period will be entered.
Field Training.
In this period, the meter helper will accomplish the
following objectives to the indicated level. The
objectives do not have to be done in any particular
order, but do have to be accomplished before the end of
the second period in the Metennan Training Program.
Meter Changes (Single-phase)In order to properly
change a single-phase meter, there are certain
procedures that must be followed.
The trainee will explain the importance
procedure for and correctly perform: (D)
and
(1)Breaking the Load
(2)Sea 1 s
(a)Removi ng
(b)Install ing
(3)Meter Ri ngs
(a)Removing
(b)Install ing
(4)Meter
(a)Remova 1
(5)
(b) Installation
(c) Inspection
(1) Termi na 1 s
(2) Base terminals
(3) Power theft
Completing Customer Order
Field Testing Meters One of the responsibilities
of a meterman is to field test meters. The trainee
must begin to understand the procedures for that
test.
The trainee will correctly explain the applicationof the following items when field testing a
complaint meter: (A)
(1)
(2 )
(3 )
(4 )
(5 )
(6)
(7)
(8)
Special Meter Test Record (Form 716)
Kilowatt Hour (KWH) Reading
Constant Load
Amperage/Current
Vo 1 tage
Revolutions Per Second
Accuracy
Connecting standard and phantom load
(a) Single-phase, two-wire, self-contained
meter
(b) Single-phase, two-wire, current
transformer (CT)
(c) Single-phase, three-wire
(9) Register ratio
(10) Watthour constant (K ) ratios
(a) Meter
(b) Standard
(11) As-found test
(12) Average percentage of error
(13) As-left test
Fonns One of the necessary tasks for a meterman
is paperwork and recordkeepi ng.
The trainee will identify and explain the purpose
of and correctly use: (0)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5 )
( 6)
Customer Order
Repa i r Orde r
Meter Hi story Card
Transformer Hi story Card
Procedure for Selective Test
Mi crofi che System
Current Transformers The meterman must have a
thorough knowl edge of current transformers, thei r
uses and wiring specifications.
The trainee will explain what the following ,terms
mean when appl ied to current transformers: (A)
(1 )
( 2)
(3)
( 4)
(5 )
( 6)
2 Wi re
3 Wi re
Parallel
Si ngl e-phase,
Rati 0
Multipliers
short-ci rcui t base
Voltage Transformers The helper must have a
thorough knowledge of the voltage transformer
uses and wiring specifications.
The trainee will explain what the following terms
mean when appl ied to a voltage transformer: (A)
(1)
( 2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Hi gh Voltage Transforme r
Low Vol tage Transformer
Physi ca 1 Des i gn
Safety Precautions
Ratios
Multipl iers
Step-up
Step-down
Accuracy
Line Transfonners Another type transformer that
must be understood is the 1 i ne transfonner.
The trainee must explain the following tenns as
they apply to a 1 ine transfonner: (A)
(1)Primary
(a) Voltage
(b) Connections
( 2)Seconda ry
(a)Connection
(b)Voltage
(3)Ground i ng
(4 )
(5 )
(a) Neutral
(b) Case
Kilovolt Amp (KVA)
Current
(a) Di recti on of Flow
(b) Ba 1 anced/Unba 1 anced Load
Recording Meters The meterman must be able to
connect and operate recording ammeters and
vol tmeters in order to check vol tage complaints as
well as for ine loading studies.
The trainee will explain the importance of and
procedures for the fo 11 owi ng when worki ng wi th
recordi ng ammeters and voltmeters: (D)
(1)Install ation
(a) Location
(b) Grounding
( c) Connect ion
(2)
( 3)
(4 )
(5 )
Paper Install ati
Ri bbon Change
Adjustment
Safety
Max-i-meter Another device used for load studies,
the max-i -meter must be thoroughly understood by
the meterman.
The trainee will explain the use of a max-i-meter
to include:. (A)
(1)Installation
(a)Connecti on
(b)Vol tages
(c)Location
(2)Safety
Test Equipment Testing is an obvious and im-
portant part of a meter helper s job. In order to
become profi ci ent in the use of thi s equi pment, the
trainee must first recognize the equipment, its
use, limitations, and safety precautions.
The trainee wi 11 expl ain the use of the following,to include safety precautions, and utilize the
equi pment. (C&D)
(1 )Test Board
(a) Phantom Load
(b) Standard
(c) Counter
(d) Electric Eye
(e) Fusing
( f) Ma i ntena nce
( g)
Re 1 ays
(h) Running Board(i) Installation of Meter
(2 )Computer-controlled test facility
(single-phase)
(a)Installation of Meter
1 )S- Type
A- Type
(b) Operation
(c) Programming
(d) Maintenance
Test Fundamentals Before the meter hel per can
begin actually testing meters, certain basic
concepts have to be understood.
The trainee will correctly explain and perform the
following: (C&D)
(1 )Mathematics
testi ng
used finding ratios for
(a) Fracti ons
(b) Decimal s
(2 )Products used in determining meter accuracy
(a) Gear Rati 0
(b) Register Ratio
(c) Watthour Constant (K ) of Meter
(d) Watthour Constant (K of Standard
(e) Voltage
(f) Amperes
(g)
Stators
(3 )Those parts of a meter that require cleaning
during the testing process
(a) Bearing
(b) Jewel s
(c) Guide Pins
(d) Magnet
(e) Regi ster
(4)Adjustments to be made and recorded for
future reference
(a) Meter History Record (Form 713)
(b) Meter Test Record (Form 714)
(c) Special Meter Test Record (Form 716)(d) Li ght Load
(e) Full Load
(f) Balance
(g)
Power Factor
(5 )The PUC-mandated 1 i mi ts ,meter test i n
percent.
(a) Li ght Load
(b) Full Load
(c) Combined Total
(%)
Meter Diagrams The meter helper must be familiar
with the wiring diagrams of various meters.
Using a meter diagram, the trainee must correctly
explain and make the correct connections for the
following meters and their components. (0)
(1)
( 2)
Single-phase, two-wire, self-contained meter
Single-phase, two-wire, current transformer
(CT) meter.
(a) Current coil
(b) Voltage Coil
(3 )Si ngl e-phase, three-wi re, meter
(a) Current coil
(b) Voltage coil
Meter Base Connections . A very important part of a
meterman I s job, connections of a meter base must be
thorough 1y understood. At thi poi nt the meter
helper must be able to make the necessary
connections, with the help of a wiring diagram.
Using a wiring diagram for each of the following
meter bases, the trai nee wi 11 make the correct
connecti on s : (C&O)
(1)Single-phase,three-wi re
(2)Si ng1 e-phase,two-wi re,self contained
(3)Si ng1e-phase,two-wi re, current transformer
(CT)
(4)Si ng1 e-phase,tWO-Wl re base using a
single-phase,three-wi re meter.
Single-Phase Meter Testing The helper first began
to test single phase meters in the first 6 months
of the meter tester level of this training program.
Training on the single phase meter is completed
here.
The helper wi 11 test the fo 11 owi ng meters, and
explain the corrective action required when a meter
does not meet the standards and perform the
corrective action:(C&O)
(I)Westinghouse
(a)
(b)
(c)02S
(d)03S
(e)04S
(f)OSS
(2)Sangamo
(a)J2S
(b)J3S
(c)J4S
(d)J4ES
(e)J5S
(3)General El ectri c
(a)30S
(b)I - 50S
(c)55S
(d)I -60S
(e)70S
Related Studies
Supplemental Classes During this second time
period, the meter helper must attend the following
classes.
(1)Rates This class deals with the rates as
charged by Idaho Power. Reasons for highbill complaints are explored and
explanation of appl iance consumption is
given. This class is conducted by division
personne 1 and is held after work hours.
(2)Power Diversion This division-conducted
class is also held after work hours. Its
purpose is to educate employees on the ways
power is illegally diverted.
(3 )Si ngl e-Phase Watthour Meter Course Thi s
14-hour program is designed to introduce the
meter tester to the single-phase watthour
meter. It is conducted by division personnel
after work hours.
Home Study Course At this level the meter tester
is required to complete the following unit of the
Home Study Course.
Working Safely with Electricity (4400)This
volume should not take more than a couple hours to
compl ete. It deal s, i n part, wi th el ectri cal
safety standards and codes, electric shock, safety
precautions, first aid for electric shock, and
protective clothing.
TRAINING RECORD
Meterman Training
Program
Meter Helper level
Human Resources Department
Training Section
June 1983
TRAINING RECORD
Meterman
Training Program
The purpose of this training record is to detail the requirements of a
Meter Helper/Apprentice in the Meterman Training Program. It also serves as a
check on the timely progression of an employee in the On-The-Job Training channel
of the two-channel training concept.
The traininee is responsible for keeping and maintaining an accuratetraining record. When the trainee has been exposed to a training objectiveand can accompl ish that task to the required level , the trainee must date andinitial the appropriate block, then request the supervisor verify the levelof competency by initialing the same block. The initials by both parties verify
the tasks have been presented and accompl ished.
If, for any reason, the trainee is not exposed to a task, the supervisor
should note that in the COMMENTS block and initial it. Items that are trained
on, but are not isted in the record should be annotated in the end of the
training record.
Training is not required at those levels lined through. Those same objec-
tives may appear later, but the training will be required at a higher level.
There are four levels of training: A , B , C, and
explanations of the levels are as follows:The defi ni ti ons and
Have a knowledge of, and be able to explain the basic facts. There is no
performance at this level. It is a level that must be judged by thesupervisor. It usually can be verified by questions and brief explanations.
Be able to explain the general facts and perform with supervision. At this
1 eve 1 , the understandi ng of the task must be much greater than the prev; ousone. Here, performance is accomplished under constant supervision, while
on-the-spot corrections are being made by the supervisor. In other words,
when performing to the B level , the trainee cannot be expected to perform
well, without constant supervi sion.
Be able to explain in detail and perform with a minimum of supervision.
At the C leve 1, the trainee understands the task well enough and can performwithout a supervisor constantly looking over the work.
Explain the theory and operation fully and perform with little, or supervision. Here, the trainee has mastered the objective in theory andperformance, and constant supervision is not necessary when performing
the task.
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HELPER LEVEL
The following is a summary of the task/objective title followed by the time
period and the performance level required in that period.
Tas k/Obj ect i ve
Time
A & B
A & B
A & B
A & B
A & B
1. Safety2. Company Radio3. Testing Instruments4. Si ngl e-Phase Meter5. Test Equipment (single-phase)6. Test Fundamentals7. Meter Di agrams8. Meter Base Connecti ons
9. Single-Phase Meter Testing10. Meter Changes (s i ngl e-phase)11. Field Testing (single-phase)12. Forms13. Current Transformers14. Vol tage Transformers15. Line Transformers16. Recordi ng Meters17. Maxi -Meters
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Period
C & 0
C & 0
C & 0
C & 0
C & 0
TRAINING RECORD
Meterman
Tra i ni ng Program
Meter Hel per level
The columns A, B, C, & D indicate the levels of training in the required tasks,or training objectives. The four levels are as follows:
Have a knowl edge of, and be able to exp 1 a in the bas i c facts.
Be able to explain the general facts and perform with supervision.
Be able to explain in detail and perform with a minimum of supervision.
Explain the theory and operation fully and perform with little, or no
supervi s i on.
TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Fi rst Time Peri
Safety The trainee will explain the Company and/or department safety
requ rements fo r:
Test boa rds
Fus i ng
Exposed voltages
Caustic cleaning
solutions
Broken gl ass
Rubber protecti ve
equi pment
Low voltage gloves
Hi gh voltage gloves
High voltage mat
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Hard hat
Safety gl asses
Safety goggl
Vehicle safety
Fi rst aid kit
10.Fi re exti ngui sher
Company Radio Using the correct identification numbers and call sign, thetranee will correctly:
Pl ace radio calls
Answer call s
Testing Instruments The trainee will identify the following and briefly explain
e use o eac
Val tmeter
Indicating
Recording
Ammeter
Indicating
Recording
Maxi -meter
Rotation meter
Ohmmeter
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Watt meter
Phase angle meter
Appl i ance meter
Single-Phase Meter The trainee will identify the following components of a
meter an ow t eir location on a working meter:
Base
Frame
Potenti a coi 1
Current coi 1
Disc
Beari ng gui de pins
Magnet
-_.
Full load adjustment
Li ght load adjustment
10.Balance
11.Potential 1 i nk
12.Regi ster
13.Face plate
14.Gl ass cover
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Test E
iuipment
The trainee will explain the use of, and perform the following,
to nc u e applying the correct safety precautions:
Test board (single-phase)
Phantom load
Standard
Counter
El ect ri c eye
Fus i ng
Ma i ntenance
Re 1 ays
Runni ng board
Insta 11 ati on
of meter
Computer-contro 11 ed testfacil ity (single-phase)
Install ation
of meter
type
type
Operati on
Programmi ng
Ma i ntenance
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Test Fundamentals.The trainee will correctly explain and perform the following:
Mathemati cs used to find
ratios for testing
Fractions
Decimals
Products used to
determi ne meter accuracy
Gear rati 0
Regi ster rati 0
Watthour constant
of meter
Watthour constant
of standa rd
Voltage
Ampe rs
Stators
Those pa rts of a meter
that requi re cl eani ng
during the testing
process
Beari ng
Jewe 1 s
Gu i de pins
Magnet
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
. "
Regi ster
Adjustments to be made
and recorded for
future ' reference
Meter Hi story
Record (Form 713)
Meter Test
Record (Form 716)
Speci a 1 Meter Test
Record (Form 716)
Light Load
Full load
Balance
Power factor
The PUC-mandated meter
test 1 imits, in percent
Li ght load
Full load
Combi ned total
(%)
Meter Diagrams Using a meter diagram, the trainee must correctly explain the
correct connections for the following meters and their components:
Si n91 e-phase, two-wi re,
sel f-conta i ned meter
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Si ng1 e-phase, two-wi re,
current transformer
Current coi
. Voltage coil
Si ng1 e-phase,
three-wire, meter
Current coi
Voltage coil
Meter Base Connections Using a wiring diagram for each of the following meterases, t e tra nee w l indicate the connection points and the respective
conductors:
Si ng1 e-phase,three-wi re
Si ng1 e-phase, two-wi re,
se 1 f conta i ned
Si ng1 e-phase, two-wi re,
current transformer
Single-phase, two-wire
base using a sing1e-
phase, three wi re meter I --
Single-Phase Meter Testing The trainee will test the following meters and
exp ain an perform t e corrective action required when a meter does not meet
the standards.
Westinghouse
D2S
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
D3S
D4S
Sangamo
J2S
J3S
J4S
J4ES
Genera 1 E1 ectri c
30S
50S
I - 60S
70S
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Other Objectives List and identify any objectives not covered in this recordat t per was trained on. Indicate by initials the levels to which such
training was performed. Use additional pages if it is necessary.
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Second Ti me Peri od
Meter Chan~es (single-phase)The trainee will explain the importance and
proce ure or, correct y perform:
Breaki ng the load
Seal s
Removi ng
Install ing
Meter ri ngs
Removi ng
Install ing
Meter
Remova 1
Installation
Inspection
Termi na 1 s
Base terminals
Power theft
Field Testing Meters The trainee will correctly explain the application of the
ng tems w en field testing a complaint meter:
Sepcial Meter Test
Record (Form 716)
Kilowatt Hour reading
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Constant load
Amperage/Current
Vol tage
Revo 1 uti ons per second
Accuracy
Connecting standard and
phantom load
Si ngl e-phase,two-
wi re, se 1 f -conta i ned
meter
Si ngl e-phase,two-
wi re,current
transformer
Si ngl e-phase,
three-wi re
Register ratio
10.Watthour constant ratios
Meter
Standard
II.As-found test
.,.
12.Average percentage
of error
13.As-l eft test
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Forms The trainee will identify and explain the purpose of and correctly use:
Customer Order
Repa i r" Order
Meter Hi story Card
Transformer Hi story Card
Procedure for selectivetest
Microfiche sys tern
Current Transformers The trainee will explain what the following terms mean
en app to current transformers:
2 wi re
3 wi re
Para 11 el
Single-phase,short-ci rcuit base
Ratio
Multipliers
Voltage Transformers.The trainee will explain what the following terms mean
en app to a vo tage transformer:
Hi gh vol tage transformer
Low voltage transformer
Phys i ca 1 desi gn
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Safety precautions
Ratios
Multipliers
Step-up
Step-down
Accuracy
Line Transformers The trainee must explain the following terms as they apply
to a 1 i ne transformer:
Primary
Voltage
Connect ions
Secondary
Connect ion
Voltage
Grounding
Neutral
Case
Kilovolt Amp (KV A)
Cu rrent
Di rect i on of flow
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Ba 1 anced/unba 1 anced
load
Recording Meters The trainee wi 11 explain the importance of and perform the
ng w recording ammeters and voltmeters:
Installation
Loca t ion
Grounding
Connect ion
Paper Installation
Ri bbon Change
Adjustment
Safety
Max-i -meter.The trai nee wi
Installation
Connecti on
Vol tages
Location
Safety
explain the use of a Max-i-meter, to include:
i .Test Equipment The trainee will perform the following, to include a proper
emonstrat on of safety precautions:
Test board
Phantom load
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
i .Standard
Counter
El ectri c eye
Fusing
Ma i ntenance
Re 1 ays
Running board
Installation
of meter
Computer-controlled test faci 1 ity (single-phase)
Installation
of meter
type
type
Operation
Programmi ng
Maintenance
--
Test Fundamentals. The trainee will correctly explain and perform the following:
Mathemati cs used
find ratios for
testing
Fractions
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
, "
Deci ma 1
Products used to
determj ne meter
accuracy
Gear ratio
Regi ster ratio
Watthour constant
of meter
Watthour constant
of standard
Voltage
Ampe rs
Stators
Those pa rts of a meter
that require cleaning
during the testing
process
Bearing
Jewe 1 s
Gui de pins
Magnet
Regi ster
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Adjustments to be made
and recorded for
future reference
Meter Hi story
Record (Form 713)
Meter Test
Record (Form 716)
Special Meter Test
Record (Form 716)
Light Load
Full load
Ba 1 ance
Power factor
The PUC-mandated meter
test 1 imi ts, in percent
Li ght load
Full load
Comb i ned total
(%)
Meter Diagrams Using a meter diagram, the trainee must correctly explain. ande t e correct connections for the following meters and their components:
--
Si ngl e-phase, two-wi re,
se 1 f -conta i ned meter
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Single-phase, two-wire,
current transformer
Current coil
Voltage coil
Si ngl e-phase,
three-wi re, meter
Current coil
Voltage coil
--
Meter Base Connections Using a wiring diagram for each of the following meterases, t e tra nee w l indicate the connection points and the respective
conductors and ma ke all the connections:
Single-phase,three-wi re
Si ngl e-phase, two-wi re,
se 1 f conta i ned
Single-phase, two-wire,
current transformer
Singl e-phase, two-wi re
base using a single-
phase, three wi re meter
m. Single-Phase Meter Testing The helper will test the following meters, explain
e correct ve action required when a meter does not meet the standards and" perform the corrective action:.
Westinghouse
02S
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
D3S
D4S
- D5S
Sangamo
J2S
J3S
J4S
J4ES
J5S
General El ectri c
30S
I -50S
55S
I -60S
70S
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Other Objectives list and identify any objectives not covered in this recordthat t per was trained on. Indicate by initials the levels to which suchtraining was performed. Use additional pages if it is necessary.
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PROGRAM OUTLINE
METERMAN TRAINING PROGRAM
APPRENTICE LEVEL
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
TRAINING SECTION
JUNE , '1983
II.
Meterman Training Program
Apprentice level
PURPOSE
After a trainee in the Meterman Training Program successfully
completes the training at the meter helper level,
apprenti ceship may be started. The purpose of the apprenti ceshi p
is to begin putting the knowledge learned as a helper, to work.
Also the apprentice practices and develops new skills and learns
new phases of metering necessary to become a journeyman meterman.
The time for an apprentice to complete training through top
apprentice is normally 36 months. The dual-channel training
undergone as a helper is applied in the apprentice training as
well. There are requirements for successfully completing home-
study courses that correlate, where possible, with the on-the-job
training portion of the program. Just as in the meter helper
level, there are specific objectives as well as blocks of related
studies that must be completed every six months if the trainee is
to advance in the wage scale.
It is important to remember the apprentice is in training and has
not achieved the level of competence of a journeyman meterman.
The apprenti ceshi p can be expected, however, to acqui re more and
improve skills as the training continues, and these skills must be
utilized.
By the time the apprentice attains the level of top apprentice,
the abi 1 iti es possessed must qualify the trai nee for journeyman
status. The apprentice is then eligible to bid on a journeyman
slot when one becomes available.
STRUCTURE
The Meterman Training Program is established as a guide for super-
visors as well as participants in the program. The intent is not
III.
IV.
to lock a division or participant into specific time frames or
demand time be spent training in areas or skills the employee
knows or possesses. The purpose of this program is to guide those
in the training program through the objectives that must be
accompl ished, both through on-the-job training and related
studies.
ADMINISTRATION
The Training Section of the Human Resources Department is respon-
sible for developing and coordinating the program for Meterman
Training. The Meter Department Supervisor, or equivalent, in each
division is responsible for implementing, controlling, and super-
vising the program within that division.
It is important the divisions maintain an effective line of
communication with the training section in order to assure the
quality and consistency of training throughout the system.
WAGE/TRAINING ADVANCEMENT RELATION
Training, advancements, and accomplishments in the training
program are very much a part of an employee s perTormance. If the
training accomplishments of a trainee are not satisfactory, that
trainee s performance is substandard and is justification enough
to deny or postpone a meri t increase in wages.
AGREEMENT
Upon selection for entry -into an apprenticeship in the Meterman
Training Program, an employee will be required to sign a formal
agreement wi th the Company. The main purpose of the agreement i s
to make sure there is no misunderstanding of the requirements in
the training program. The agreement also states that the trainee
must complete specific phases of training wi thin given time
frames, to a sati sfactory degree, or the Company may exerci se
certain options.
VI.
VI I.
Those options are:
The employee may be given more time to complete the
particular troublesome phase of training while postponing a
step increase of the wages.
The employee may be withdrawn from training, and
Reassigned to a field more suited to the employee
ability, or
Returned to the field the employee was previously in.
Of course, there is a third option -- release from the
Company.
TRAINING RECORD
Each mandatorily-enrolled trainee in the Meterman Training Program
is require~ to maintain a training record. It is the responsi-
bility of the trainee to have training objectives annotated and
si gned off as they are accompl i shed.
The Training Record is self-explanatory.
TWO-CHANNEL TRAINING
Just as in the meter tester level, the employee enrolled in the
apprentice level will be required to advance simultaneously in two
channels in order to progress. Figure ~ graphically illustrates
thi s two-channel concept.
On-the-Job Training This is the hands-on application, or
field experience. There are particular objectives that must
be met. These objectives, or tasks, must be accomplished to
specified levels. These objectives are detailed under
On-the-Job Training. The levels of training are defined and
outlined in the Training Record.
Related Studies The trainee must complete a home-study
course and will accomplish specific blocks within each time
frame in order to progress satisfactorily in training. There
are Supplemental Classes that are mandatory for the trainee,
and will be held on the employee s own time, in most cases.
For the employee mandatorily enrolled in the training
program, there is no cost for the home-study course. There
is no cost for attending Supplemental Classes.
The Related Studies and Supplemental Classes are explained
under "Related Studies
VII 1.TRAINING
Fi rst Six-months
On-The-Job Training
In this period the apprentice will be introduced to new
tasks and objecti ves. At the same time, there are those
tasks and objectives started at the meter tester level
that must be conti nued.
During most of the time periods, there will be new tasks
and objectives introduced , some will be continued, and
others wi 11 be completed.
The letters appearing after the task/objective indicate
the level of training required (e.
g.
(0) (A&B). For
explanation of the levels, refer to the Training Record.
Climbing During this period, the apprentice will
be introduced to pole c1 imbing. Most of this
exposure will be in four, two-hour supplemental
class sessions. However, the apprentice may begin
climbing on the job, provided no work is done on
any energi zed conductors on a pole other than low
voltage (600 volt or less) secondaries and
servi ces.
The apprentice will climb poles in order to:(A&B)
(1)
(2 )
(3 )
(4 )
Install current transformers (CTs)
Connect meter control wi res
Connect servi ces
Install
(a)
(b)
Vol tmeters
Ammeters
Vehicle Operation The apprentice will drive and
operate the vehicles used by the department. The
safety and protection of equipment and personnel
to be primary in the attitude of the apprenti ceoIf the apprentice does not display a mature,
professional, and confident attitude while driving
or operating Company vehicles and equipment, it
must be noted in the Tra in i ng Record.
Until the apprentice reaches a level of proficiency
with vehicles and equipment, constant supervision
must be given. The apprentice will: (A&B)
(1 )With the department vehicles:
(a) Conduct the proper preoperational checks
and inspections
(b) Demonstrate an ability to safely drive
the vehicle
(2)In order to operate a bucket truck:
(a) Properly align the vehicle for the job
to be done
(b) Conduct the proper preoperational check
and inspection
(c) Correctly lower the outri ggers for
stability and to level the vehicle
(d) Properly maneuver the bucket according
to the job to be done
Demand Regi sters/Meters The apprenti ce must
become knowledgeable of the basic parts and
functions of metering, and how demand is obtained.
With the makes of timing motors indicated, the ap-
prentice will identify and explain the purpose of
the listed parts: (A)
(1)Gene ra 1 El ect ri c
(a)Rotor
(b)Coi 1 s
(c)Over-running cl utch
(2)Westinghouse motor rotor
(3)Sangamo motor rotor
Registers The apprentice must begin to obtain a
knowledge of registers and their components. Also,
an understanding of the importance of cleanl iness,
tolerances, and friction and how it affects
different makes of kilowatt (KW) registers must be
known.
The apprentice must correctly identify the locationof the parts of the fo 11 ow; ng meters
1 ; s ted : (A&B )
(1)General El ectr; c 30jM-
(a)Reg; ster worm gear
(b)Clutch shaft assembly
(c)Demand gear train
(d)Geneva mechani
(e)Pointer pusher
(f)(KWH) gear train
(g)
Pointer shaft assembly
(h)Demand scale
(i)Zero adjustment
(j)
Name pl ate
(2)
(k) Decimal bar
(1) Regi ster rati 0
(m) Accuracy check points
Westinghouse Mark la/IlIa
(a) Block Interval Type
1) Regi ster Worm Gear2) Magneti c Cl utch3) Demand Gear Train4) Pointer Pusher5) KWH Gear Train6) Pointer Shaft Assembly7) Demand Scale8) Zero Adjustment
9) "Name Pl ate
10) Decimal Bar
11) Regi ster Rati 0
12) Accuracy Check Poi nts
(b) Therma 1 Type
1 )Maximum Demand Pointer
Zero Adjustment
Pusher Pointer
Deflection Adjustment
(3 )Sangamo DR-l/DE
(a) Block Interval Type
4 )
Regi ster Worm Gear
Magneti c Cl utch
Demand Gear Train
Poi nter Pusher
5) KWH Gear Train6) Pointer Shaft Assembly7) Demand Scale8) Zero Adjustment9) Name Plate
10) Decimal Bar
11) Register Ratio
12) Accuracy Check Poi nts
(b)Therma 1 Type
1 )Maximum Demand Pointer
Zero Adjustment
Pusher Pointer
Defl ecti on Adjustment
Meter Wiring Configurations In order to make the
various tests on polyphase meters, it is important
for the apprentice to learn the wi ring diagrams of
the current and vol tage coi 1 s of the various poly-
phase meters used by the Company.
Using a wiring diagram of the indi cated meter, the
apprentice will explain the listed connections: (A)
(1 )
( 2)
(3 )
(4 )
(5 )
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9 )
(10)
Three-phase, three-wi re, delta
Three-phase, four-wire, delta
Three-phase, four-wi re, wye
One-stator meter
Two-stator meter
2!-stator meter
Three-stator meter
Four-stator meter
Socket type (s-type)
Bottom-connected base (A-base) meter
Polyphase Test Equipment.As a meter tester, the
trainee was required to explain the use, limita-
tions, and safety precautions associated with test
equipment. At this point, the apprentice is
expected to begin working with this equipment in
the correct manner, using all applicable safety
precautions.
The apprentice will operate the following: (A&B)
(1)Polyphase Test Boards, to include
(a) Phantom load
(b) Standard
(c) Counter
(d) E1 ectri c eye
(e) Fusing
(f) Maintenance
( g )
Re 1 ays
(h) Running board(i) Installation of meter
( 2)Computer Control 1 ed Test Faci 1 i ty (polyphase)
(a)Installation of meter
Socket type (S-type)
Bottom-connected base (A-base)
(b) Operation
(c) Programming
(d) Maintenance
Polyphase Meter Testing The apprentice was intro-
duced to single phase meter testing procedures
previously. A large part of Idaho Power s revenue
is derived from polyphase metering. These meters
are more complex, and more experience and knowledge
is required to maintain their accuracy.
The apprenti ce wi 11 perform the fo 11 owi ng,
related to polyphase metering: (A&B)
(1)
(2)
(3)
Connecting current coils in series
Connecting voltage coils in parallel
Watthour Constant (K ) ratios
(a) Mul ti -stator meter
(b) One-stator standard
(c) Voltage of meter
(d) Voltage of standard
(e) One stator of multi-stator
against a one-stator standard
meter
(4 )Accuracy adjustments
(a)
(b)
(c)
( d)
Full Load (FL) adjustment
Li ght Load (LL) adjustment
Balance adjustment
Power Factor (PF) adjustment
Safety Since the initial exposure to safety
the meter tester level of this program, the trainee
has had an opportunity to become fami 1 i ar with many
of the requi rements of a meterman. It shoul d be
apparent by this time that safety is a very
important part of the job. Al though the formal,
on-the-job training portion of safety will
satisfied at this objective, the apprentice must
realize the advantages of adopting a positive
atti tude toward the safety program of the Company.
Here, the apprenti ce must demonstrate a knowl edge
of and an ability to relate and explain the Company
and Department safety requirements for: (B)
(1 )Test boards
(a) Fusing
(b) Exposed voltages
(2)
(3)
(4 )
Caustic cleaning solutions
Broken gl ass
Rubber protective equi pment
(a) Low vol tage gloves
(b) High voltage gloves
(c) High voltage mat
(5) Hard hat
(6) Safety gl asses(7) Safety goggles
(8) Vehi cl e safety
( 9 ) Firs t Aid kit
(10) Fire extinguisher
Testing Instruments As meter tester, the
trainee was required to identify and briefly
explain the use of the testing instruments used by
the metermen. Now, the apprentice must begin using
the instruments in a sound and safe manner.
The apprentice will correctly use the following
test instruments: (B)
(1)Vol tmeter
(a)Indi cati ng
(b)Recording
(c)Maxi -meter
(2)Arrmeter
(a)Indicating
(b)Recordi ng
(c)Maxi -meter
(3)Rotati on meter
(4)Ohmmeter
(5)Watt meter
(6)Phase angl e meter
(7)Appl iance meter
Field Testing Polyphase Meters This is another
objective that the trainee began training on during
the meter tester level of this training program.
At that time this objective was a knowledge-level
objective. Now the apprentice begins the practical
appl i cati on of that knowl edge.
The apprentice will safely and correctly field test
polyphase meters to include: (A&B)
(1)
( 2)
(3 )
(4 )
(5)
( 6)
(7)
(8)
Special Meter Test Record (Form 716)
Kilowatt Hour (KWH) reading
Constant load
Amperage/current
Voltage
Revo 1 uti ons per second
Accuracy
Connecting standard and phantom load,
incl ude
(a) Single-phase, two-wire, self-contained
meter
(b) Single-phase, two-wire, current
transformer (CT)
(c) Si ngl e-phase, three-wi re
(d) Three-phase, three-wire, self-contained
(e) Three-phase, four-wire delta,
self-contained
(f) Three-phase, four-wire wye,
se 1 f-conta i ned
(g) Three-phase, three-wire,
bottom-connected
(h) Three-phase, four-wire delta, A-base
(i) Three-phase, four-wi re wye, A-base
(9) Register ratio
(10) Watthour Constant (K ) ratios
(a) Meter
(b) Standard
(11) As-found test
(12) Average percentage of error
(13) As-l eft test
Related Studies
As in the meter helper level of the training program
the apprentice must complete portions of the Home Study
Course and attend specified Supplemental Classes.
Suppl ementa 1 Cl asses Those cl asses that must be
attended by the apprentice are:
(1 )General Electric Polyphase Meters . Section
Thi s three-hour cl ass wi 11 cover the back-
ground and history of metering. It
conducted after hours.
Home Study Course During this time period, the
apprenti ce i s requi red to successfully compl ete the
following units of the Home Study Course:
(1)Practical Arithmetic (2750 A-F) A complete
synopsis of the Home Study Course appears at
the end of thi s program.
Second Six-months
On-The-Job Training
In this phase of training, the apprentice will be intro-
duced to new objectives and tasks that must be trained
on. At the same time, training is continued on tasks
and objectives that were introduced previously.
Polyphase Meter Installation At this point the
apprentice is introduced to the task of installing
single and polyphase meters.
The apprentice will safely and correctly:(A&B)
(1)Perform a pre-installation check to incl ude
(a) Customer Order
(b) Correct meter
Type
Voltage
(c)Base wiring configuration
(2)
(3 )
(4 )
Insta 11 meter in base
Reset ki owatt (KW) to zero
Install
(a)
(b)
Ring
Seal
Polyphase Meter Removal Here the apprentice is
requi red to remove a meter from its base.
Us ing the proper safety precauti ons, the apprenti ce
will correctly: (A&B)
(1 )
(2)
(3)
(4 )
(5 )
Review Customer Order
Record kilowatt hour/kilowatt
Reduce current flow
Remove
( KWH/KW)
(a) Seal
(b) Meter ring
(c) Meter
Insta 11
(a) Cover plate
(b) Ring
(c) Seal
Distribution Transformers Here, for the first
time, the apprenti ce is introduced to di stribution
transformers, their type and connections.
The apprentice will correctly identify:(A)
(1)The following transformers
(a) Single phase
1 )Overhead
Padmount
(b) Three-phase
1 )Overhead
Padmount
(2)The fo 11 owi ng trans former connections
(a) Single-phase 120/240 volt secondary
(b ) Wye -wye
(c) Wye-de 1
(d) Open wye-open delta
(3 )
(4 )
Cl uster mounted transformer connections
Rack mounted transformer connections
Metering Distribution Transformers Once the
apprentice can identify distribution transformers,
the connecti ons , and vo tages , meteri ng can
applied. For the first time, the apprentice is
introduced to that task at thi s point.
The apprentice will safely and correctly install
meters on: (A)
(1 )$i ngl e-phase transformers
(a)
(b)
Overhead
Padmount
(2 )Three phase transformers
(a) Wye-wye
(b) Wye-de 1
(c) Open-wye, open-delta
(4 )
C1 uster mounted transformers
Rack mounted transformers
Current Transformers Current transformers are an
important part of metering. Here the apprentice is
introduced to them.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(A)
(1)
(2)
Explain what must be considered while working
wi th current transormers to i ncl ude:
(a) Flow of current
(b) Burden
(c) Polarity
(d) Seconda ry termi na
(e) Shorting terminals
(f) Paralleling current transformers (CTs)
(g)
Ratios
(h) High voltage current transformers (CTs)
(i) Low voltage current transformers (CTs)
Safely and correctly series a current trans-
former (CT) with the current coils of a meter
for a
(a) Two-wire current transformer (CT)
(b) Three-wi re current transformer (CT)
(c) Three-phase, three-wire delta
installation
(d) Three-phase, four-wire delta
i nsta 11 ati on
(e) Three-phase, four-wire wye installation
Vol tage Transformers The apprenti ce must become
familiar with this type of metering transformer.
This is the introduction to this objective for the
apprenti ceo
The apprentice must:(A)
(1)Explain the safety precautions when working
with a voltage transformer (VT)
( 2)Identify
(a) Hi gh-vol tage transformer
Primary
Secondary
(b) Low-vol tage transformer
1 )Primary
Seconda ry
(3 )Explain the following connections
(a) Three-phase, wye
(b) Three-phase, delta
(c) Single-phase
CT Meter and Equipment Installation Here the
apprentice is introduced to the installation of CT
meters and the related equipment.
The apprentice will explain the procedures and safe
practices involved in: (A)
(1)Wi ri ng test swi tches
meters to include:
po lyphase A-base
(a)Bottom-connected base (A-base)meter
(b)Ei ght-po 1 e test swi tch
(c)Ten-pole test switch
(d)Number 12 AWG TW copper conductor
(e)Number 14 AWG TW copper conductor
(f)Install at i on of
1 )Three-phase, three-wire
Three-phase, four-wi re del ta
Three-phase, four-wi re wye
(2)Installing current transformer (CT) meters to
include:
(a) Service type
Three-phase, three-wi re
Three-phase, four-wi re del ta
Three-phase, four-wi re wye
(b) Current transformer
(c) Meter enclosure
(CT)pl acement
1 )Meter
Test Switch
( d) Condu it
1 )
4 )
Three-quarter inch
One-i nch
Entrance cap
Connectors
(e)Conductor
1 )Size
Insulation
Protective Rubber Equipment When a meterman workswith energized equipment protective rubber
equipment must sometimes be used. At this point
the apprentice is introduced to working energized
lines and equipment with rubber goods. The safety
aspects of thi s type of undertaki ng cannot be
stressed enough. Unti 1 the apprenti ce demonstrates
a thorough knowledge and ability with rubber goods,
a qualified employee must always be present when
the apprentice works with this gear.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(A)
(1)
( 2)
Explain the use and safety rules governing
the use of
(a) Rubber gloves
(b) Rubber sleeves
(c) line hose
(d) Insulator hoods
(e) Rubber blankets
Explain the procedures and safety require-
ments for
(a)Coveri ng hori zonta 1 conductors wi
1 )A single line hose
Two 1 ine hoses
(b)
(c)
Installing a rubber
conductor connecti
Covering an insulator using
blanket over
1 )An insul ator hood
A rubber blanket
(d)Installing a rubber blanket on a fused
di sconnect
Covering a primary bushing and riser of
transformer using a blanket and hose
(e)
(3 )Identify the hazards involved with
safety rules governing using
protect i ve equi pment when working
pole.
and the
rubber
from a
(4 )Explain the procedures for and safety rules
that cover
(a) Untyi ng an energ i zed conductor
(b) Movi ng an energized conductor to another
position
(c) Tying in an energized conductor
(d) Install ing temporary mechanical jumpers
(e) Making permanent jumpers while temporary
jumpers are bei ng used
i .Reference Material Standards and procedures are
necessary for a Company as large as ours. Here the
apprenti ce i s introduced to those materi a 1 s and the
way they relate to the job of metering.
The apprentice will explain the following as they
relate to metering: (A)
(1)
(2)
(3)
Distribution Standards
Corporate Policy Guide
Rules and Rates governing
(a) Residential (rate 1,91,92)
(b) Commercial (rate 11-12)
(c) Irrigation (rate 24)
(d) Large commercial (rate 19)
Climbing At this point the apprentice must
demonstrate. an advanced ability to climb poles.
However, it must be noted that the supervi sor
determines the conditions under which the trainee
does c1 imb.
The apprentice will climb poles in order to:( C)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4 )
Install current transformers
Connect meter control wires
Connect servi ces
Insta 11
(a) Vol tmeters
(b) Ammeters
Vehicle Operation At this point in the training
program the apprentice must be demonstrating an
ability to safely drive and operate Company
vehicles. Here that training continues.
The apprentice wi 11 :( C)
(1)With a department vehicle
(a) Conduct the proper preoperational checks
and inspections
(b) Demonstrate an ability to safely drive
(2)Operate a bucket truck in order to
(a)Properly align the vehicle for the job
to be done
Conduct the proper preoperati ona 1 checks
and inspection
Correctly lower the outri ggers for sta-
bi1 ity and to level the vehicle
Properly maneuver the bucket accordi ng
to the job to be done
(b)
(c)
(d)
Registers This is the second time the apprentice
has been exposed to training on registers. The
first time all that was required was a knowledge
the components. Now the apprentice must begin
working with these parts.
The apprentice will perform required maintenance on
the following makes of registers: (C)
(1)
(2)
(3 )
General Electric M-30/M-
Westinghouse Mark la/IlIa
Sangamo DR- I/DE
Meter Wiring Configurations The first time the
apprentice was exposed to this objective was just
to explain the connections and related equipment of
polyphase meters. Now, however, the apprentice
must begin to work with that knowledge in a
hands-on situation.
The apprentice will connect the following makes of
meters in the listed configurations: (8)
(1)Three-phase,three-wire, delta
(2)Three-phase,four-wi re, delta
(3)Three-phase,four-wi re, wye
(4)One-stator meter
(5)Two-stator meter
(6)2~-stator meter
(7)Three-stator meter
(8)Four-stator meter
(9)Socket type (s-type)
(10)Bottom-connected base (A-base) meter
Polyphase Test Equipment The apprentice began the
hands-on appl i cation of test equi pment duri ng the
last period of training. That hands-on application
continues here in this period.
The apprenti ce wi 11 correctly use the foll owi ng
test equipment while applying the applicable safety
ru 1 e s : ( C)
(1)
(2)
Polyphase test boards to incl ude
(a) Phantom load
(b) Standard
(c) Counter
(d) Electric eye
(e) Fusing
(f) Ma i ntenance
(g)
Relays
(h) Running board(i) Installation of meter
Computer-control 1 ed test faci 1 i ty (polyphase)
(a)Insta 11 ation of meter
1 )Socket type (S-type)
Bottom-connected base (A-base)
(b) Operation
(c) Programmi ng
(d) Maintenance
Polyphase Meter Testing This is the second level
of exposure to polyphase meter testing. The first
stage had just a knowledge level requirement, but
now the apprentice must begin putting that
knowl edge to practi ce.
The apprentice will accomplish the following tasks
in a safe and correct manner: (C)
(1)
(2 )
(3 )
Connect current coi 1 s in ser; es
Connect voltage coils in parallel
Compute and apply kilowatt (K ) ratios for
(4 )
(a) Mul ti -stator meter
(b) One-stator standard
(c) Voltage of meter
(d) Vol tage of standard
(e) One stator of multi-stator
aga i nst a one-stator standard
meter
Make the following adjustments
(a) Full Load (FL)
(b) Light Load (LL)
(c) Balance
(d) Power Factor (PF)
Testing Instruments In this time period the
apprentice is required to continue training on
testing instruments.
The apprentice will safely and correctly use the
following test instruments: (C)
(1)Vo 1 tmeter
(a) Indi cati ng
(b) Recording
(2)Ammeter
(a) Indicating
(b) Recording
(c) Maxi-meter
(3 )
(4 )
(5 )
(6 )
(7)
Rotati on meter
Ohmmeter
Watt meter
Phase angle meter
Appl i ance meter
Field Testing Polyphase Meters This is another
objective that the apprenti ce is to continue
training during this time period.
The apprentice will correctly field test polyphase
meters applying all applicable safety rules. Those
tests must include: (C)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4 )
(5 )
(6)
(7)
(8)
Special Meter Test Record (Form 716)
Kilowatt hour (KWH) reading
Constant load
Amperage/current
Voltage
Revolutions per second
Accuracy
Connecting standard and phantom load,
incl ude
(a) Single-phase, two-wire, self-contained
meter
(b) Si ngle-phase, two-wi re, current
transformer (cT)
(c) Single-phase, three-wire
(d) Three-phase, three-wire, self-contained
(e) Three-phase, four-wire delta,
self-contained
(f) Three-phase, four-wire wye,
sel f-contained
(g) Three-phase, three-wire,
bottom-connected
(h) Three-phase, four-wire delta, A-base
(i) Three-phase, four-wi re wye, A-base
(9) Register ratio
(10) Watthour constant (K ) ratios
(a) Meter
(b) Standard
(11) As-found test
(12) Average percentage of error
(13) As-left test
Related Studies
As in the previous period of training, the apprentice
must complete portions of the Home Study Course and
attend specified Supplemental Classes.
Supplemental Classes Those classes that must be
attended by the apprentice are:
(1 )General Electric Polyphase Meters Section
II of thi s three-hour cl ass will cover the
Principles of Electricity as it is applied to
meters. This training is conducted after
work hours.
(2)Transformers and Metering This eight-hour
cl ass is conducted after work hours. Here
division personnel will demonstrate and
explain the theory and application of
distribution, current, and voltage transfor-
mers as they apply to metering.
Home Study Course During this time period, the
apprentice is required to successfully complete the
fo 11 owi ng un its of the Home Study Course:
(1 )
(2 )
Formul as (2468)
El ectri city (4210 A-
, 8
Thi rd Si x-months
On- The-Job Tra i n i ng
As in the past periods of training, the apprentice will
be introduced to new objectives and t~sks during this
time frame. Also, training will be continued on those
subjects introduced previously.
Hot Sticks The apprentice was introduced to
rubber protect i ve equ i pment du ri ng the second
six-month phase of this training program. Because
it is against the safety rules of the Company to
work on any energi zed 1 ine or equi pment over 15 Kv
wi th rubber protective equi pment, other means must
be learned. That means of working 15 Kv and hlgher
voltages is with hot sticks.
It is difficult to train an Apprentice Meterman
the appl i cation of hot sti cks because of the
limited exposure to that task. However, when it
possible the apprentice should be exposed to such
training.
The following objective should be accomplished by
the apprentice, but if the depa rtment does not have
the opportunity or capabilities for performing the
task, it must not reflect unfavorably on the
apprentice s progression.
The apprentice will identify, select, and inspect
the following hot sticks and tools: (A)
(1)
(2)
(3 )
Nylon strap hoist with insulated
Grip-all clamp stick (shotgun)
Switch stick
handle
(4 )
( 5)
(6)
(7)
Hotl i ne wi re gri p
Wi re cutters
Link stick
Tie stick
Special attention must be given to the care, main-
tenance, and inspection of hot sticks by the
apprentice. There should be no misunderstanding of
the importance of such care.
SAFETY NOTE: IPCo employees are not allowed to
rubber glove ci rcui ts over 15 Kv, phase-to-phase
voltage. Ci rcui ts up to 5 Kv, phase-to-phase can
be covered and worked from a pole or structure.
Five Kv to 15 Kv circuits can be covered while on a
pole or structure, but work on those circuits
cannot be done unless the employee is on or in an
isolation platform.
Polyphase Meter Installation During this phase of
training, the apprentice continues training on
meter installation.
The apprentice will safely and correctly:( C)
(1 )Perform a pre-installation check to include
(a)
(b)
Customer Order
Correct Meter
1 )
2 )
Type
Voltage
(c)Base wiring configuration
(2 )Insta 11 meter in base
(3 )
(4 )
Reset kilowatt (KW) to zero
Insta 11
(a)
(b)
Ring
Seal
Polyphase Meter Removal Here the apprenti ce
required to remove a meter from its base.
Using the proper safety precautions, the apprentice
will correctly: (C)
(1)Revi ew Customer Order
(2)Record kilowatt hour/kilowatt (KWH/KW)
(3)Reduce current flow
(4)Remove
(a)Seal
(b)Meter ri
(c)Meter
(5)Ins ta 11
(a)Cover plate
(b)Ring
(c)Seal
Distribution Transformers Although this is
knowledge only objective, it is a very important
one. During this second exposure of distribution
transformers, the trainee must be able
acocmp1 ish the objective to the "B" level. The
apprentice will correctly identify: (B)
(1)The following transformers
(a)Single phase
(2)
( 3)
(4 )
1 )Ove rhead
Padmount
(b) Three-phase
1 )Overhead
Padmount
The foll owi ng transformer connections
(a) Si ngle-phase
(b) Wye-wye
(c) Wye-de 1
(d) Open wye-open
120/240 volt seconda ry
delta
Cluster mounted transformers
Rack mounted transformers
Metering Distribution Transformers In the last
time period, the apprentice was required to
accomp 1 i sh only a knowl edge 1 eve 1 of meteri ng
distribution transformers. Now the apprentice is
to assume more of an active role in that objective.
The apprenti ce wi 11 safely and correctly install
meters on: (B)
(1)Si ng1 e-phase transformers
(a) Overhead
(b) Padmount
( 2)Three phase transformers
( a ) Wye -wye
(b) Wye-de 1
(c) Open-wye, Open-del ta
(3 )
(4)
C1 uster mounted transformers
Rack mounted transformers
Current Transformers Continuing with the training
requirements for current transformers, (CTs) the
apprentice must complete the following objective.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(B)
(1)Explain the safety precautions that must be
taken with current transformers, to include
(a) Flow of current
(b) Burden
( c) Po 1 a ri
(d) Seconda ry termi na
(e) Shorting terminals
(f) Paralleling current transformers (CTs)
(g)
Ratios
(h) High voltage current transformers (CTs)(i) Low voltage current transformers (CTs)
(2)Safely and correctly series a current trans-
former wi th the current coi 1 s of a meter for
(a) Two-wi re current transformer (CT)
(b) Three-wi re current transformer (CT)
(c) Three-phase, three-wire delta
install ation
(d) Three-phase, four wire delta
install ation
(e) Three-phase, four wire wye installation
Voltage Transformers The apprentice must continue
working with the voltage transformer as part of
metering.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(B)
(1)Explain and exercise the correct safety
precautions when working with voltage
transformer (VT).
(2)Correctly identify
(a) Hi gh-vol tage transformer
(1) Primary
(2) Secondary
(b) Low-voltage transformer
(1) Primary
( 2) Seconda ry
(3)Correctly explain and connect
(a) Three-phase, wye
(b) Three-phase, delta
(c) Single-phase
CT Meter and Equipment Installation The appren-
tice was introduced to this objective during the
last period of training. Now, actual hands-on
training must begin with the training level at the
performance step.
The apprentice will safely and correctly:(B)
(1)Wi re test switches to polyphase bottom
connected base (A-base) meters, to. include:
(a) Bottom-connected base (A-base) meter
(b) Eight-pole test switch
(c) Ten-pol e test swi tch
( 2)
(d) Number 12 AWG TW copper conductor
(e) Number 14 AWG TW copper conductor
(f) Installation of
Three-phase, three-wi re
Three-phase, four-wi re delta
Three-phase, four-wi re wye
Insta 11 current transformer (CT) meters, to
include:
(a)Service type
1 )Three-phase, three-wi re
Three-phase, four-wi re delta
Three-phase, four-wi re wye
(b) Current transformer
(c) Meter enclosure
(d)
(CT)placement
1 )Meter
Test swi tch
Conduit
4 )
Three-quarter inch
One-i nch
Entrance cap
Connectors
(e) Conductor
Size
Insul ati on
i .Protective Rubber Equi pment When a meterman works
with energized equipment protective rubber
equipment must sometimes be used.
The safety aspects of this type of undertaking
cannot be stressed enough. Until the apprenti ce
demonstrates a thorough knowledge and abil ity with
rubber goods, a qualified employee must always be
present when the apprentice works with this gear.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(8 )
(1)Explain the use and safety rules governing
the use of
(a) Rubber gloves
(b) Rubber sleeves
(c) Line hose
(d) Insulator hoods
(e) Rubber blankets
(2 )Explain the procedures and safety require-
ments for
(a) Covering horizontal conductors with
1 )A single line hose
Two 1 i ne hoses
(b) Insta 11 i ng a rubber blanket over a con-
ductor connecti
(c) Covering an insulator using
1 )An insulator hood
A rubber blanket
(d)Coveri ng a primary bushi ng and ri ser of
transformer using a blanket and hose
Climbing The apprentice continues to climb on thejob. The necessary safety precautions must be
exerci sed here to be certai the apprenti ce
capable of climbing more in order to accomplish the
foll owi ng obj ecti ves to the " 0" evel .
The apprentice will climb poles in order to:(D)
(1 )
(2 )
(3 )
(4 )
Install current transformers (CTs)
Connect meter control wi res
Connect servi ces
Insta 11
(a) Voltmeters
(b) Ammeters
Vehicle Operation At this last formal on-the-job
training requirement for vehicle operation, the
apprentice must be able to display a complete know-
. ledge of the vehicles used by the Meter Department.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(D)
(1 )With a department vehicle
(a) Conduct the proper preoperational checks
and inspections
(b) . Demonstrate an ability to safely drive
( 2)Operate a bucket truck in order to
(a)Properly align the vehicle for the job
to be done
(b) Conduct the proper preoperati ona 1 checks
and inspection
(c) Correctly lower the outriggers for sta-
bility and to level the vehicle
(d) Properly maneuver the bucket according
to the job to be done
Registers Training with
during this time frame. Like
the apprenti ce i s expected to
this time than the last.
regi sters continues
any other objective,
display more ability
The apprenti ce wi 11 perform requi red mai ntenance on
the following makes of registers: (0)
(1)
(2 )
( 3)
General Electric M-30/M-
Westinghouse Mark la/IlIa
Sangamo Or- I/OE
Meter Wiring Configurations Continuing with the
objective of meter wiring configurations, the
apprentice is required to accomplish the following
to a more advanced evel .
The apprenti ce wi 11 connect the fo 11 owi ng ma kes
meters in the listed configurations: (C)
(1) Three-phase, three-wire, delta
(2) Three-phase, four-wire, delta
(3) Three~phase, four-wire, wye
(4) One-stator meter(5) Two-stator meter
(6) 2i-stator meter
(7) Three-stator meter
(8) Four-stator meter
(9) Socket type (S-type)
(10) Bottom-connected base (A-base) meter
Polyphase Test Equi pment By the time the
apprentice completes this objective, a thorough
knowledge of test equi pment shoul be evident.
This is the last time this objective will appear in
the formalized portion of OJT.
The apprentice will correctly use the following
polyphase test equipment while applying the
applicable safety rules: (0)
(1)Test board to include
(a) Phantom load
(b) Standard
(c) Counter
(d) Electric eye
(e) Fusing
(f) Ma i ntenance
(g)
Relays
(h) Running board(i) Installation of meter
( 2)Computer-controlled test facility (polyphase)
(a)Installation of meter
1 )Socket-type (S-type)
Bottom-connected (A-base)
(b) Operation
(c) Programmi ng
(d) Maintenance
Testing Instruments In this time period the
apprentice is required to continue training
testi ng instruments.
The apprentice will safely and correctly use the
fo 11 owi ng test instruments: (D)
(1)
(2)
(3 )
(4 )
(5 )
(6 )
(7)
Voltmeter
(a) Indicating
(b) Recording
Ammeter
(a) Indicating
(b) Recordi ng
(c) Maxi -meter
Rotation meter
Ohmmeter
Watt meter
Phase angl e meter
Appl i ance meter
Polyphase Meter Testing Here the apprentice must
continue training on thi~ objective.
The apprentice will accomplish the following tasks
in a safe and correct manner: (0)
(1)
(2)
(3 )
Connect current coi 1 s in seri es
Connect voltage coils in parallel
Compute and apply watthour constant
rati os for
( K
(a) Mul ti -stator meter
(b) One-stator standard
(c) Voltage of meter
(d) Voltage of standard
(e) One stator of multi-stator
against a one-stator standard
meter
(4 )Make the following adjustments
(a) Full Load (FL)
(b) Light Load (LL)
(c) Balance
(d) Power Factor (PF)
Field Testing Polyphase Meters This is another
objective that the apprenti ce is to conti nue
training during this time period.
The apprentice will correctly field test polyphase
meters applying all applicable safety rules. Those
tests must include: (0)
(1 )
(2 )
(3)
(4 )
(5 )
( 6)
(7)
(8)
Speci a 1 Meter Test Record (Form 716)
Kilowatt hour (KWH) reading
Constant load
Amperage/current
Voltage
Revolutions per second
Accuracy
Connect i ng s tanda rd and phantom load,
incl ude
(a) Single-phase, two-wire, self-contained
meter
(b) Si ngl e-phase, two-wi re, current
transformer (CT)
(c) Single-phase, three-wire
(d) Three-phase, three-wire, self-contained
(e) Three-phase, four-wire delta,
se 1 f-conta i ned
(f) Three-phase, four-wi re wye,
self-contained
(g) Three-phase, three-wire,
bottom-connected
(h) Three-phase, four-wi re delta, A-base
(i) Three-phase, four-wi re wye, A-base
(9) Register ratio
(10) Watthour constant (K ) ratios
(a) Meter
(b) Standa rd
(11) As-found test
(12) Average percentage of error
(13) As-left test
Related Studies
As in the previous periods of training, the apprentice
must complete portions of the Home Study Course and
attend specified Supplemental Classes.
Supplemental Classes The following is a brief
description of the classes that must be attended
the apprentice.
(1)General Electric Polyphase Meters Section
III of this course will require about three
hours of the apprentice own time. The
subject i Polyphase Meter Components and
Functi ons.
(2)Regi sters Thi s cl ass wi 11 consi st of three
hours of instruction; one hour each
General Electric, Westinghouse, and Sangamo
demand registers. This is an after-hours
class.
(3)Transformers and Transformer Connections
Here the apprenti ce will attend 16 hours of
instructi on on the theory of transformers,
different types of transformers, and the
connections for various voltage configura-
tions. This is an after-hours class.
Home Study Course.Ouri ng thi s time frame, the
apprentice is required to complete the following
uni ts of the Home Study course.
(1 )Transformers (4040)
(2)Electrical Measuring Instruments (4146 A-
Fourth Six-months
On-The-Job Training
Continuing on in the training, the apprentice will be
introduced to new objectives in this time frame. At the
same time, some objectives will requi re repeated
exposure, and some wi 11 be presented here for the ast
time in the formal presentati on.
Check-Meter Installation One of the responsibili-
ties of the Meter Department is to install a
check-meter in order to determine if existing
meters are registering correctly. At this point,
the apprentice is introduced to thi s facet of
training.
The apprentice will explain and perform
necessary steps and safety precautions
installing check-meters to monitor: (A&B)
the
for
(1 )Single-phase meter
(a)
(b)
Se 1 f-conta i ned
Current transformer (CT)
(2)Polyphase meter
(a) Se 1 f-conta i ned
(b) Current transformer (CT)
(3 )Current transformers (CTs)
Substation During this period, the apprentice
will spend 40 hours with a substation mechanic.
The purpose of this effort is to gain an insight
into the safety procedures for working in a
substation and to learn the basics of metering in a
substation, as well as safety precautions observed
while in a substation.
While under the direct and constant supervision of
qualified substation mechanic, the apprentice
will: (A&B)
(1 )Demonstrate an abi 1 i ty to correctly read a
substati on schemati c to incl ude
(a) Feeders
(b) Voltage
(c) Current transformer ratios
(d) Auxil iary Current Transformer
(C.D. )
(e) Meter multipliers
Ratios
(2 )Exp 1 ai n the purpose of , procedures for, and
issue Hot Line Hold.
(3 )Explain the steps required to test or remove
kilowatt/kilovolt amperes reactive
(KW/KVAR) meter for testing, and perform.
(4 )Demonstrate and explain
procedures in a substation.
safe worki ng
Overhead Distribution During this period of
training the Meterman apprentice will spend 40
hours wi th 1 i necrew worki ng on overhead
distribution. The primary purpose is to gain an
insight into safe working practices.
While under the direct and constant supervision of
a qualified lineman, the apprentice vii": (A&B)
(1)
(2)
(3)
Demonstrate an abi 1 i ty to correctly read and
interpret an overhead distribution print to
include
(a) Feeders
(b) Voltage
(c) Transformer
1 )Location
Size
Request and initiate hot line hold.
Demonstrate safe worki ng procedures.
Underground Distribution The apprentice will
spend 40 hours with a underground crew. Like in
the overhead crew, the primary purpose is to learn
the safe working practices of URD.
While under the direct and constant supervision of
qui3:lified lineman, the apprentice will: (A&B)
(1)Demonstrate an abi 1 i ty to correctly read and
interpret an underground distribution print
to i ncl ude:
(a) Feeders
(b) Vol tage
(c) Transformer1) Locat ion2) Size
(d) Secondary
(2)Request and initiate hot line hold.
(3 )Demonstrate safe worki ng procedures.
Primary Metering One of the responsibilities of
the Meter Department is metering of the primary for
large industrial and irrigation loads. This is the
first time the apprenti ce wi 11 be exposed to thi s
objective.
The apprenti ce wi 11 exp 1 ai n the fo 11 owi ng:(A)
(1)The pre-install ation checks,i ncl ude
(a) Vol tage to be metered
(b) Insulation value required for trans-
formers
(c) Si ze of load to be metered
(d) Size of current transformer (CT) needed
(e) Load increase value requirements
( 2)The type of meteri ng requi red, to i nc 1 ude
(a) Ki 1 owatt-kil owatt hour /ki 1 ovol t amperes
hour (KW - KWH/KVAH)
(b) Kilowatt-kilowatt hour/kilowatt amperes
reactive hour (KW - KWH/KVARH)
(c)' Ki 1 owatt-kil owatt hour/ki lo-hour
(KW - KWH/KQH)
(d) Three connection points from a pulse
i ni ti a to r (KYZ)
(3)Required pulse/revolutions
(4)Recorder type
(5)Register
(a) Ra t i 0
(b) Multiplier
(6 )Requ ired equ i pment, to i nc 1 ude
(a) Voltage transformer (VT)
(b) Current transformer (CT)
(c) Meters
(d) Recorder
(e) Test switches
(f) Enclosures
(g)
Conduit
(h) Conductor
Pulse Metering Pulse metering is a relatively new
method for metering commercial and irrigation loads
more accurately. The apprentice is exposed to this
objective for the first time, formally, here.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(A)
(1 )Explain the procedures for installing and
troubleshooting the following makes of pulse
i ni ti ators
(a) Westinghouse
(b) General El ectri c
(c) Sangamo
(2 )Explain the necessary procedures for the fol-
lowing actions concerning a Westinghouse
recorder.
(a) Read
(b ) In stall
(c) Remove from service
(d) Troubleshoot
(e) Repair
(f) Compute calculations
(g)
Change tape
(3 )Relate the basic operation for the following
operations of Robinton load Profile
Recorder
(a) Phone type
(b) Reader/Programmer type
(c) Install, to include
Wiring
Initial ize to incl ude reader type
(d) Troubleshoot
Power Factor Measurements The meteri ng and
calculations of lost power is another
responsibility of the Meter Department.
The apprentice will explain and perform
following phase angle measurements: (A&B)
the
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4 )
(5)
(6 )
Phase angl e measurements
Phasor diagrams
Degrees 1 ead
Degrees 1 ag
Tri gonometri c functi ons
Power tri angl es
(Form 712)
h. Micro-Joule Standard The Micro-Joule Standard is
a precise energy measuring device used to calibrate
division test standards (IB-10 and SC-10) and
Company interchange meters.
The apprentice wi 11 exp 1 a in the fo 11 owi ng as they
apply to the Micro-Joule Standard: (A)
(1)Accuracy
(2 )
(3)
(4)
(5)
Stabil ity
Layout
Function
Set-up
Electronic' Metering like in many areas of the
utility business, electronics is beginning in the
metering area of the Company. We must begin here
by becoming familiar with the basic application.
The apprentice will explain the following:
(1)
(A)
Mechanical operations replaced by electronic
means, to include
(a) JEM, which include
1 )
(b)
Basic operation
Basic construction
Troubleshooti n9
Capabil ities
JET, which involves
(2 )
Basic operation
Basic construction
Troub 1 eshooti n9
Capabil ities
Future replacements, which include
(a) Mechanical to electronic
(b) Load control meters
(c) Time-of-use meters
(d) Two-way communications
regi sters
Hot Sti cks The apprenti ce was i ntroduced to the
use of hot sticks in the last time period. During
this time, hands-on experience must begin, if
possible.
The safety note given during the last time period
must be understood to apply duri ng any phase of
training and operation.
The apprentice will use the following hot sticks.
That use will include giving the sticks the proper
care, maintenance, and inspection: (8)
(1)
( 2)
(3)
(4 )
( 5)
(6 )
(7)
k. .
Nylon strap hoi st
Grip-all clamp stick
Switch stick
Hotline wire grip
Wi re cutters
Link stick
Tie stick
with insulated
(shotgun)
handle
Polyphase Meter Installation This is the third
time period that the apprentice is to be exposed to
this objective. Training continues here.
The apprentice wi 11 safely and correctly:(D)
(1)Perform a pre-installation check to inc lude
(a) Customer Order
(b) Correct meter
Type
Vo ltage
(c) Base wiring configuration
(2)
(3)
(4)
Insta 11 meter in base
Reset KW to zero
Insta 11
(a) Ring
(b) Seal
Polyphase Meter Removal Training continues on the
objective of removing meters from service.
Using the proper safety precautions, the apprentice
will correctly: (D)
(1)
(2)
(3 )
(4 )
Review Customer Order
Record kilowatt hour/kilowatt
Reduce current flow
Remove
( KWH/KW)
(a) Seal
(b) Meter ri
(c) Meter
(5)Insta 11
(a) Cover plate
(b) Ring
(c) Seal
Metering Distribution Transformers
continues on this objective.
Training
The apprentice will safely and correctly install
meters on: (C)
(1)Si ngl e-phase transformers
(2)
(3)
(4 )
(a) Overhead
(b) Padmount
Three-phase transformers
( a ) Wye -wye
(b) Wye-de 1
(c) Open wye-open delta
Cl uster-mounted transformers
Rack-mounted transformers
Current Transformers This is the third time the
apprentice is required to advance the training
level on current transformers (CTs).
The apprentice wi 11 :(C)
(1 )Demonstrate an ability
correctly work with current
(CTs), to include:
safely and
transformers
(a) Flow of current
(b) Burden
(c) Polarity
(d) Secondary terminals
(e) Shorting terminals
(f) Paralleling current transformers (CTs)
(g)
Ratios
(h) High voltage current transformers (CTs)
(i) Low voltage current transformers (CTs)
(2)Safely and correctly series a current trans-
former (CT) with the current coils of a meter
for a
(a) Two-wire current transformer (CT)
(b) Three-wi re current transformer (CT)
(c) Three-phase, three-wire delta instal-
l ation
(d) Three-phase, four-wire delta instal-
lation
(e) Three-phase, four-wire wye installation
Vol tage Transformers The apprenti ce must continue
working with the voltage transformer as part of
meteri ng.
The apprenti ce wi 11:( C)
(1)Explain and exercise the correct safety
precautions when working with voltage
transformer (VT).
(2)Correctly identify
(a) High-voltage transformer1) Primary2) Seconda ry
(b) Low-vol tage transformer1) Primary2) Secondary
(3)Correctly explain and connect
(a) Three-phase, wye
(b) Three-phase, delta
(c) Single-phase
CT Meter and feui pment Install ation~The appren-
tice must continue training on this objective.
The apprenti ce wi 11 safely and correctly:(C)
(1 )Wi re test switches to polyphase
bottom-connected base (A-base) meters, to
include:
(a) Bottom-connected base (A-base) meter
(b) Eight-pole test switch
(c) Ten-pole test switch
(d) Number 12 AWG TW copper conductor
(e) Number 14 AWG TW copper conductor
(f) Installation of
Three-phase, three-wi re
Three-phase, four-wire delta
Three-phase, four-wi re wye
(2)Install current transformer (CT) meters, to
i ncl ude:
(a) Service type
1 )Three-phase, three-wi re
Three-phase, four-wire delta
Three-phase, four-wire wye
(b) Current transformer
(c) Meter enclosure
(CT)placement
Meter
Test swi tch
(d) Conduit
1 )Three-quarter inch
One-i nch
Entrance cap
Connectors
(e)Conductor
Size
Insulation
Protective Rubber Equipment Here the apprentice
is required to train on this objective to the "
1 eve 1 . As with the past time peri od, the
apprentice must have a qualified employee present
when worki ng wi th rubber goods.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :
(1)
(2)
( C)
Demonstrate a safe and correct use of
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
Rubber gloves
Rubber sleeves
Li ne hose
Insul ator hoods
Rubber blankets
Demonstrate
correctly
the ability safe ly and
(a)Cover hori zonta 1 conductors wi
A single 1 ine hose
Two 1 i ne hoses
(b)Insta 11 rubber blanket over
(c)
conductor connecti
Cover an insulator using
1 )An insulator hood
A rubber blanket
(d) Cover a primary bushing and riser of a
transformer using a blanket and hose
Meter Wiring Configurations This is the last time
this objective will appear in this program.
Because this objective is trained to the "D" level,
the apprenti ce must demonstrate a competent abi ity
when performi ng the fo 11 owi ng.
The apprenti ce will safely and correctly connect
the fo 11 owi ng ma kes of meters in the 1 i sted
confi gurations: (D)
(1) Three-phase, three-wi re, delta
(2) Three-phase, four-wire, delta
(3) Three-phase, four-wire, wye
(4) One-stator meter(5) Two-stator meter
(6) 2! stator meter(7) Three-stator meter(8) Four-stator meter(9) Socket type (S-type)
(10) Bottom-connected base (A-base) meter
Related Studies
As in previous periods of training, the apprentice must
complete portions of the Home Study Course and attend
specified Supplemental Classes.
Supplemental Classes The following is a brief
description of the class that must be attended by
the apprenti ce.
(1)General Electric Polyphase Meters Section
IV of thi course wi 11 requi re about three
hours of the apprenti ce I s own time. The
subject is Polyphase Meter Application and
Insta 11 ati on.
(2)Phase Ang1 e Meter Operati Thi s i nstruc-
tion consists of two hours on the principles
of operation and the connections for the
Westinghouse phase angle meter. It
presented on the emp10yeess ' own time.
(3)Solid State Testing Equipment Here the
apprenti ce spends two hours of after-hours
time on the operation of the Scientific
Co1 umbus Mi crojou1e and SC-IO sol d-state
standards.
Home Study Course During this time, the
apprentice is required to complete the following
uni ts of the Home Study Course.
Algebra (2469 A-
Fifth Six-months
On-The-Job Traini ng
Here the apprentice continues training on previously
introduced objectives. . There will be no further tasks
or o~ ecti ves i ntroduced from thi s poi nt on. Some of
the tasks wi 1 1 be completed in this time frame.
Check-Meter Installation The apprentice was
introduced to the objective of installing
check-meters last time period. Here, that training
continues.
The apprentice
monitor: (C)
wil 1 install check-meters
(1)Si ngl e-phase meter
(a) Self-contained
(b) Current transformer (CT)
(2)Po lyphase meter
(a)
(b)
Se 1 f-conta i ned
Current transformer (CT)
(3)Cu rrent transformers (CTs)
Primary Metering Here the apprentice must
continue training on the objective of primary
metering.
The apprentice will safely and correctly:(8)
(1)Perform a pre-installation check, to insure
the proper
(2)
(3 )
(4 )
(5 )
(a) Voltage to be metered
(b) Insulation value required for
transfonners
(c) Size of load to be metered
(d) Size of current transformer (CT) needed
(e) Load increase value requirements
Determine the type of metering required , to
include
(a) Kilowatt-kilowatt hour/kilovolt ampere
hour (KW - KWH/KVAH)
(b) Kilowatt-kilowatt hour/ki1o-hour
(K~I - KWH/ KQH )
(c) Three connection points from a pulse
initiator (KYZ)
Determine the required pulse/revolutions
Install a recorder-type meter
Insta 11 a regi ster wi th the correct
(a) Rati 0
(b) Mu1tip1 ier
(6 )Install the required equipment for metering,
to inc1 ude
(a) Voltage transformer (VT)
(b) Current transformer (CT)
(c) Meters
(d) Recorder
(e) Test switches
(f) Enclosures
(g)
Conduit
(h) Conductor
Pulse Metering Here the apprentice must train on
pulse metering for the second time.
The apprentice will:(8 )
(1)
(2 )
(3 )
Insta the following makes pul se
initiators
(a) Westinghouse
(b) General Electric
(c) Sangamo
Troubleshoot the following makes of pulse
initiators in a correct and safe manner
(a) Westinghouse
(b) General E1 ectri c
(c) Sangamo
Correctly perform the following tasks for a
Westi nghouse recorder
(a) Read
(b) Ins ta 11
(c) Remove from servi ce
(d) Troubleshoot
(e) Repair
(f) Compute calculations
(g)
Change tape
(4 )Perform the following tasks for a Robinton
Load Profi 1 e Recorder
(a) Insta 11
(b) Wire
(c) Initialize to
(d) Troubleshoot
inc1 ude reader type
Power Factor Measurements The meteri ng
calculations of lost power continues.
and
The apprentice will explain and perform
following phase angle measurements: (C)
the
(1)
(2)
(3)
( 4)
(5)
( 6)
(Form 712)Phase angle measurements
Phasor di agrams
Degrees 1 ead
Degrees 1 ag
Trigonometric functions
Power triangles
Hot Sticks Training on the use of hot sticks
continues in this time frame, if at all possible.
It is understood that the apprentice Meterman does
not have an opportunity to work with these tools
often.
The apprentice will use the following hot sticks.
That use will include giving the sticks the proper
care, maintenance, and inspection: (C)
(1)Nylon strap hoi st with insulated handl e
(2)Grip-all clamp stick (shotgun)
(3)Switch stick
(4)Hotl i ne wi re gri p
(5)Wi re cutters
(6)Link stick
(7)Tie stick
Metering Distribution Transformers Training con-
tinues on this objective. This is the last time
this objective appears in this formal program.
The apprentice will safely and correctly install
meters on: (D)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4 )
Si ngl e-phase transformers
(a) Overhead
(b) Padmount
Three-phase transformers
(a) Wye-wye
(b) Wye-delta
(c) Open wye-open delta
Cluster-mounted transformers
Rack-mounted transformers
Current Transformers This is the last time the
apprentice is required to advance the training
level on current transformers.
The apprentice wi 11 :(D)
(1)Demonstrate an abi 1 i ty
correctly work with current
(CTs) t to include:
safely and
transformers
(a) Flow of current
(b) Burden
(c) Polarity
(d) Secondary terminals
(e) Shorting terminals(f) Paralleling current transformers (CTs)
(g)
Ratios
(h) Hi gh vol tage current transformers (CTs)(i) Low voltage current transformers (CTs)
(2)Safely and correctly series a current trans-
former (CT) wi th the current coi 1 s of a meter
for a
(a) Two wi re current transformer (CT)
(b) Three wire current transformer (CT)
(c) Three-phase, three-wire delta instal-
lation
(d) Three-phase, four-wire delta instal-
l ation
(e) Three-phase, four-wire wye installation
Voltage Transformers The apprentice must continue
working with the voltage transformer as part
meteri ng.
The apprent ice wi 11 :(D)
(1)Exp 1 a i n and exerc i se the correct sa fety
precautions when working with a voltage
transformer (VT).
(2)Correctly identify
(a)Hi gh-vo 1 tage transformer
(1) Primary
( 2 ) Seconda ry
(b)Low-vol tage transformer
(1) Primary
(2) Secondary
(3)Correctly exp 1 a in and connect
(a) Three-phase, wye
(b) Three-phase, delta
(c) Single-phase
CT Meter and Equipment Installation This is the
last time the apprentice will be required to
perform this objective in this
program.
formal training
The apprenti ce wi 11 . safely and correctly~
(1)
(0)
Wi re test swi tches to po lyphase
bottom-connected (A-base) meters, to include:
(a) Bottom-connected base (A-base) meter
(b) Eight-pole test switch
(c) Ten-pole test switch
(d) Number 12 AWG TW copper conductor
(e) Number 14 AWG TW copper conductor(f) Installation of
( 2)
Three-phase, three-wi re
Three-phase, fou r-wi re delta
Three-phase, four-wi re wye
Install current transformer (CT) meters, to
include:
(a) Service type
1 )Three-phase, three-wi re
Three-phase, four-wi re del
Three-phase, four-wi re wye
(b) Current transformer
(c) Meter enclosure
(d) Conduit
(CT)placement
1 )Meter
Test swi tch
(e)
1 )Three-quarter i nch
One-i nch
Entrance cap
Connectors
Conductor
Size
Insulation
Protecti ve Rubber Equi pment.Here the apprenti ce
is required to train on this objective to the "level. As with the past time period, the
apprentice must have a qual ified employee present
when worki ng wi th rubber goods.
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(D)
(1 )
(2)
Demonstrate a safe and correct use of
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
Rubber gloves
Rubber sleeves
Li ne hose
Insul ator hoods
Rubber blankets
Demonstrate
correctly
abi 1 itythe safely and
(a)Cover hori zonta 1 conductors wi th
A single line hose
Two 1 i ne hoses
(b)Install blanketrubber over
(c)
conductor connecti
Cover an insulator using
1 )An insulator hood
A rubber blanket
(d)Install a rubber blanket on a fused
di sconnect
(e) Cover a primary bushi n9 and ri ser of
transformer using a blanket and hose
Re 1 ated Studi es
The apprentice must continue with the Related Studies
during this time period.
Supplemental Classes
the foll owi ng cl ass.
The apprenti ce must attend
General Electric Polyphase Meters Section V of
thi s course wi 11 requi re about three hours of the
apprentice own time. The subject
Installation, Testing and Maintenance.
Home Study Course The units of the Home Study
Course required for this time frame are described
be low.
Practical Geometry and Trigonometry ( 5567)
Electricity and Magnetism (4010 A-
Si xth Si x-months
On- The-Job Tra i ni
Training continues on those tasks and objectives that
were introduced in previ ous time peri ods. Some wi 11 be
completed here.
Check-Meter Installation Training continues here
for the objective of installing check-meters.
The apprentice
monitor: (D)
check meterswillinstall
(1)Si ngl e-phase meter
(a) Se 1 f-conta i ned
(b) Current transformer (CT)
(2 )Polyphase meter
(a) Self-contained
(b) Current transformer (CT)
(3)Current transformers (CTs)
Primary Metering Training on the objective of
metering primary feeders continues in this time
peri od.
The apprenti ce wi 11 safely and correctly:( C)
(1 )Perform a pre-installation check, to insure
the proper
(a) Voltage to be metered
(2)
(b) Insulation value required for
transformers
(c) Size of load to be metered
(d) Size of current transformer (CT) needed
(e) Load increase value requirements
Determine the type of metering required, to
include
(a) Kilowatt-kilowatt hour/kilovolt ampere
hour (KW-KWH/KVAH)
(b) Kilowatt-kilowatt hour/kilo-hour
( KW- KWH/ KQH)
(c) Three connection points from a pulse
i ni ti ator (KYZ)
(3)
(4 )
(5 )
Determine the required pulse/revolutions
Insta 11 a recorder-type meter
Install a register with the correct
(a) Ratio
(b) Multiplier
(6)Insta 11 the requi red equi pment for meteri ng,
to i ncl ude
(a) Vol tage transformer (VT)
(b) Current transformer (CT)
(c) Meters
(d) Recorder
(e) Test switches
(f) Enclosures
(g)
Conduit
(h) Conductor
Pul se Meteri ng Tra i ni ng
conti nues here to the " C" evel .
this objecti ve
The a pprent ice wi 11 :(C)
(1)
(2)
(3)
Insta 11 the following makes pulse
initiators
(a) Westinghouse
(b) General Electric
(c) Sangamo
Troubleshoot the following makes of pulse
initiators in a safe and correct manner
(a) Westinghouse
(b) General Electric
(c) Sangamo
Correctly perform the following tasks for a
Westi nghouse recorder
(a) Read
(b) Install
(c) Remove from servi
(d) Troubleshoot
(e) Repa i r(f) Compute ca cul ati ons
(g)
Change tape
(4 )Perform the following tasks for a Robinton
Load Profi 1 e Recorder
(a) Install
(b) Wire
(c) Initial ize to
(d) Troubleshoot
incl ude reader type
Power Factor Measurements The metering
calculations of lost power continues.
and
The apprentice will explain and perform
following phase angle measurements: (D)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4 )
(5 )
(6 )
the
Phase angl e measurements
Phasor di agrams
Degrees 1 ead
Degrees 1 ag
Tri gonomet ri c functi ons
Power triangles
(Form 712)
Hot Sticks If it is possible, the apprentice will
continue training on the use of hot sticks. The
previ ous safety notes apply here as well as anytime
the apprenti ce uses sti cks. Thi s is the ast time
i n thi s formal program that the apprentice is
required to train on this objective.
The apprentice will use the following hot sticks.
That use will include giving the sticks the proper
care, maintenance, and inspection: (D)
(1 )
(2)
(3)
(4)
( 5)
(6 )
(7)
Nylon strap hoist with insulated
Grip-all clamp stick (shotgun)
Switch stick
Hotline wire grip
handl e
Wi re cutters
Link stick
Tie stick
Related Studies
The apprentice must continue with the related Studies
during this time period.
Supplemental Classes The following class must be
attended by the apprenti
General Electric Polyphase Meters Section VI of
thi s course wi 11 requi re about three hours of the
apprentice s own time. The subject is Kilovarhour
Polyphase Metering.
Home Study Course The following units of the Home
Study Course must be completed during this time
period.
Principles of A-C Circuits (4018 A-
Seventh Si x-months
On-The-Job Training
This is the last time period during this formal training
peri ode That does not mean, however, that tra i ni ng ends
with this six months. Training and learning are a con-
tinuing responsibil ity for the apprentice, even when
that apprentice becomes a journeyman.
All the obj ect i ves wi 11 be completed here, to the " 0"
evel.
Primary Metering Training on the objective of
metering primary feeders continues in this time
period.
The apprenti ce wi 11 safely and correctly:(0)
(1 )Perform a pre-installation check, to insure
the proper
(a) Voltage to be metered
(b) Insulation value required for
transformers
(c) Size of load to be metered
(d) Size of current transformer (CT)
needed
(e) Load increase value requirements
(2)Oetermi ne the type of meteri ng requ ired,
i ncl ude
(a)Kilowatt-kilowatt hour/kilovolt ampere
hou r (KW- KWH/ KV AH)
Ki 1 owatt-ki lowatt hour /ki lo-hour
(KW-KWH/KQH)
(b)
71;
(3)
(4 )
(5 )
(6 )
(c) Three connection points from a pulse
i ni ti ator (KYZ)
Determine the required pulse/revolutions
Install a recorder-type meter
Install a register with the correct
(a) Rati 0
(b) Multiplier
Install the required equipment for metering,
to i nc1 ude
(a) Vol tage transformer (VT)
(b) Current transformer (CT)
(c) Meters
(d) Recorder
(e) Test switches
(f) Enclosures
(g)
Conduit
(h) Conductor
Pulse Metering Training
continues here to the "0" level.
objecti vethis
The apprenti ce wi 11 :(D)
(1)Insta 11 the fo 11 owi ng ma kes pul se
initiators
(a) Westinghouse
(b) Genera 1 El ectri c
(c) Sangamo
( 2)Troubleshoot the following makes of pulse
initiators in a safe and correct manner
(a) Westinghouse
(b) General El ectri c
(c) Sangamo
(3)Correctly perform the followi ng tasks for a
Westinghouse recorder
(a) Read
(b) Install
(c) Remove from servi
(d) Troubleshoot
(e) Repair
(f) Compute ca cul ati ons
(g)
Change tape
(4 )Perform the foll owi ng tasks for a Robinton
Load Profi 1 e Recorder
(a) Install
(b) Wi re
(c) Initial ize to
(d) Troubleshoot
include reader type
Related Studies
During this last time period the apprentice will
complete the requirements for the Related Studies.
Supplemental Classes The following class must be
ttended by the a pprent ice
General Electri c Polyphase Meters Section VI I of
this course will require about three hours of the
apprentice own time. The subject is Demand
~1etering.
Home Study Course The fo 11 owi ng uni ts of the Home
Study Course are to be completed during this time.
Electri c Power Measurements (4019 A-
Instrument Transformers (6793)
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YOUR CAREER
You have now completed the last lesson of your course and should
be qual ified to become a journeyman meterman. The trade you have
selected is not an easy one, but one that can be rewardi ng and extremely
satisfying. It is a job that requires well-trained and qualified
employees. You have a challenging future ahead of you.
Thi s program has not taught all of the subjects that you need to
understand. It has not given all you need to know about each subject
studied, but it is a sound foundation on which to build a career in the
el ectri ca 1 fi e 1 d. It is the hope of the Company that you wi 11 continue
to seek knowledge as you advance in your career.
The Company thanks you for your efforts, and, as openings occur,
will welcome you to bid on journeyman meterman positions. We wish you the
best in your chosen career.
The Company s efforts in training could not be a success if we did
not value your opi~ions. If you care to make any suggestions on how this
course caul d be improved or to offer any comments, your Supervi sor and
the Division Apprenticeship Advisory Committee would appreciate them.
urge you to take an active interest in the Apprenticeship Program, and
thus help other employees gain the knowledge to enter the electrical
field.
THE BEST OF LUCK TO YOU.
I CS HOME STUDY COURSE
Test Synopsis
Meterman Training Program
PRACTICAL ARITHMETIC (2750A-
The six parts which make up this series can be divided into two
groups. Parts A, B, and C, which form the first group, are very elemen-
tary and are directed to trainees who need only a basic knowledge of
fundamental operations with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
The second group, comprising Parts 0, E, and F, covers more
advanced topi cs than the fi rst three texts. Some of these topi cs are
square root, order of operations, weights and measures, ratios, and
percent. As the title of these texts suggests, many "practical"
appl i cations of arithmeti care di scussed.
Those who are enrolled in programs with mandatory Practical Arith-
metic and who are proficient in arithmetic may, if they wish, take the
ICS Special Arithmetic Examination (2750X-Y). On the basis of test
results, they may be excused from some or all of the units of this
subject.
PART 1 (2750A). Whole Numbers: Properties of Whole Numbers;
Addition; Subtraction; Multipl ication; Division.
PART 2 (2750B). Fractions: Properties of Fractions; Reducing
Fractions; How to add, Subtract, Multiply, and Divide Fractions; Complex
Fractions.
PART 3 (2750C). Decimals: Decimals and Their Uses; Addition,
Subtraction, Mul ti pl i cation, and Divi s i on of Decimals; Useful Facts About
Decima 1 s.
PART 4 (2750D). Square Root and Number Systems: Speeding Up and
Checking the Basic Operati ons; A Better Understandi ng of Fracti ons and
Decimals; Powers and Roots of Numbers; Applications of Squares and Square
Roots; Number Sys terns.
PART 5 (2750E). Weights and Measures: Units of Weight and
Measure; Conversion of Units; Use of Metric System; Calculations with
Measured Quantities.
PART 6 (2750F). Ratio, Proportion, and Percent: Comparing
Numbers; Ratio; Proportion; Applications of Proportion; The Unit Method;
Percent. Prereq: None.
FORMULAS (2468)
Use of Letters in Calculations; Substitution in Simple Fonnulas;
Positive and Negative Numbers; Operations with Algebraic Terms; Simple
Equati ons; Transformati on of Formul as. Prereq: 2750A-
ELECTRICITY (4210A-
PART 1 (42~OA). Structure of Matter and Particles; Voltage, Cur-
rent, Conductance, and Resistance; Conductors, Insulators, and Semicon-
ductors; Wire Gage; Electric Cells and Batteries; Resistors; Switches;
Basic D-C Circuits; Parallel Series, and Series-Parallel Circuits; Ohm
Law; Electric Power; Electrical Energy; First Aid for Electric Shock.
PART 2 (4210B). Ana lys i s of D-C Ci rcuits; Characteri sti cs
Series, Parallel, Series-Parallel, and Parallel-Series Circuits; Examples
of Reducing Combination Circuits; Open-Circuit and Short-Circuit Calcula-
tions; Magnetism and Electromagnetism; Solenoids; Electromagnetic Induc-
tance; Generator and Motor Action; Mutual Inductance; Self-Inductance.
PART 3 (4210C). Theory of Al ternating Currents; Si ngl e-Phase A-
Circuits; Inductance and Capacitance; Inductive and Capacitive Reactan-
ces; Impedance; Typi cal Ci rcui ts wi th Capacitors and Inductors; Resonant
Circuits; Filter Circuits; Power in Single-Phase Circuits; Three-Phase
Ci rcuits, Characteri sties of Wye and Delta Connecti ons; Princi ple
Transformers; Rotating A-C Machines. Prereq: 2750A-F, 2468.
TRANSFORMERS (4040)
Essential Transformer Properties; Operation Under Load and Without
Load; Losses; Voltage Regulation; Rating; Types of Core and Windings;
Insulation; Bushings; Tap Changers; Polarity; Single-Phase and Polyphase
Transformers; Delta, Star, Open-Delta, and Scott Connections; Special
Transformers, Autotransformers, Reactors, Step-Vol tage Regul ators;
Instrument Transformers; Maintenance of Transformers; Design of Small
Low-Vol tage Transformers. Prereq: 2750A-, 2468, 4210A-
ELECTRICAL MEASURING INSTRUMENTS (4146A-
PART 1 (4146A). Principles of Electrical Measurements; Instrument
Movements; Measuring Current; Measuring Current; Measuring Voltage;
Measuring Power; Measuring Resistance and Frequency; Instrument Errors
and Faults.
PART 2 (4146B). Calibration of Instruments; Telemetering.
PART 3 (4146C). Multimeters; Digital Meters.
ALGEBRA (2469A-
PART 1 (2569A). Operations with Grouping Symbols, such as Paren-
theses, Brackets, and Braces; Powers and Roots of Monomi a 1 s; Operati ons
with . Polynomials; Special Products of Binomials; Factoring Monomials and
Polynomials; Typical Cases of Factoring; Factor Theorem; Lowest Common
Multiple; Solution of Equations by Factoring.
PART 2 (2469B). Reduction of Algebraic Fractions; Addition, Sub-
traction, Multiplication, and Division of Algebraic Fractions; Complex
and Continued Algebra i c Fracti ons.
PART 3 (2469C). Linear Equations with One Unknown; Solving
Special Problems by Linear Equation; Linear Equations with Two
Unknowns; Graphical Representation of Equations; Methods of Solving
Equations with Two Unknowns, Analytical and Graphical; Applications of
Linear Equations with Two Unknowns; Linear Equations with Three Unknowns.
PART 4 (2469D). Use of Determinants in Solving Linear Equations
with Two and Three Unknowns; Quadriatic Equations with One Unknown;
Quadriatic Formula; Discriminant of Quadriatic Equation; Roots of Quad-
ratic Equation; Quadratic Equations with Two Unknowns.
PART 5 (2469E). How to Work with Exponents in Algebra; Fractional
Exponenets of Monomials and Polynomials; Radical Expressed As Fractional
Power; Fractional Power Expressed as Radical; Basic Operations with
Radicals; Removing Radical from Denominator, or Rationalization of
Denominator; Solving Equations containing Radicals; Imaginary Numbers;
Operations with Imaginary Numbers; Equations with Imaginary Roots.
PRACTICAL GEOMETRY AND TRIGONOMETRY (5567)
This text covers such basic concepts as points, lines, and angles.
All the common plane and solid figures are discussed and illustrated.
Methods are given for finding the areas and volumes of the figures met in
practical work. The trigonometry section explains the use of trigonomet-
ric tables. It also shows how to solve right triangles and oblique
triangles. A table of natural sines, cosines, tangents, and cotangents
is included in the text. Prereq: 2750A-F, 2468.
ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM (4010A-
PART (4010A). Basic Electrostatic Laws; Capacitance;
Capacitors; Dielectric Materials; Electric Current; Ohm Law; Voltage
Drops; Resistance; Conductors; Insulators; Electric Power; Electrical
Energy; Effects of Electricity; Methods of Generating Electromotive
Force.
PART 2 (4010B). Basic D-C Circuits; Grounded
Circuits; Circuit Calculations; Compound Circuits
Kirchhoff's Laws, Calculations and Example Problems on
Wye to Delta and Delta to Wye Conversion.
and Ground-Return
and Equivalents;
Ki rchhoff' s Laws;
Superposition Theorem, Applications, and Example Problems; Thev-
enin s Theorem, Applications, and Example Problems; Thevenin s Theorem in
Bridge-Circuit Analysis; Norton Theorem, Applications, and Example
Problems; Maximum-Power-Transfer Theorem and Example Problems.
PART 3 (4010C). Magnetism; Natural and Permanent Magnets;
Magnetic Materials; Formulas for Calculating Magnetic Properties;
Electromagnetism; Magnetic Effects of Electric Current; Magnetomotive
Force; Magnetic Field; Magnetic Circuits and Their Properties; Force
Produced by Magnetism; Electromagnetic Induction; Generator and Motor
Principles; Self-Inductance; Mutual Inductance; Transformer Principle.
Prereq: 2750A-F, 2568, 2469A-E, 5567.
PRINCIPLES OF A-C CIRCUITS (4018A-
PART 1 (4018A). Generation of Alternating Current; Phasor
Representati on of Currents and Voltages; Characteri sti cs of Alternati ng
Current; Phase Real ti ons of Currents and Voltages; Reactances, Impedance,
and Examples of Their Calculations; Power in Single-Phase A-C Circuit;
Power Factor; Power Triangle; Waveforms.
PART 2 (4018B). Graphical Representation of Sine Waves by
Phasors; Mathematical Techniques for Addition, Subtraction, and
Multiplication of Phasors; Use of Operator j; Series Single-Phase
Circuits; Representation of Phasors in Rectangular and Polar Forms and
Their Conversion Techniques; Effects of Varying Inductive and Capacitance
Reactances; Resonant Circuits; Power in a Series Circuit.
PART 3 (4018C). Parallel Single-Phasor Circuits; Use of Ohm
Law, Kirchhoff'Laws, and Phasors for Solving Circuit Problems;
Conductance, Inductive and Capacitive Susceptances, and Admittance;
Frequency Characteri stics; Relationship of Currents in RC, RL , and RLC
Ci rcuits; Resonant Effects; Sol ving Combination Si ngl e-Phase Ci rcui ts
Such as Equivalent Cirucits, Transmission Lines, Aperiodic Circuits, and
Power Relationships; Use of Thevenin s Theorem and Loop-Current Analysis.
PART 4 (4018D). Single-Phase and Polyphase A-Circuits;
Two-Phase, Four-and Three-Wi re Systems; Three Phase Wye and Del ta
Connected Systems; Balanced Wye and Delta Connected Systems; Three-and
Four- Wi re Wye and Delta Connected Systems; Three- and Four-Wi re Wye and
Delta Connected Systems; Relationship of Voltages, Currents, and Powers;
Interconnected Wye and Delta Systems for Balanced and Unbalanced Loads;
Conversion of Wye Y or delta Systems. Prereq: 2750A-F, 2468, 2469A-
5567, 40l0A-
ELECTRIC POWER MEASUREMENTS (4019A-
PART 1 (4019A). Components of Watthour Meters; Current, Voltage,
and Power in A-C Circuits; Types of Circuits and Their Measurements;
Adjustments and Compensation of Meters; Use of Current and Potential
Transformers; Register Constants and Multipliers; Meter Mountings and
Service Connection Diagrams.
PART 2 (4019B). Watthour Meter Testing and Adjustments; Types of
Testing; Testing Methods; Demand Metering; Mechanical Demand Registers;
Pul se Oevi ces; Th~rma 1 Watt Demand Meters; Measurement of Reacti ve Power
and Apparent Power; Nonsi nusoida 1 Waveforms; Control of Resistance Loads
by SCRs; Waveform Ana lysi s, Effect of Nonsinusoi da 1 Waveforms on Measure-
ments. Prereq: 2750A-, 2468, 2469A-E, 5567, 4010A-C, 4018A-D, 6793.
INSTRUMENT TRANSFORMERS (6793)
Functions of Current and Potential Transformers; Types of
Instrument Transformers; Instrument Transformer Con structi on Standards,
Such as Ratings and Insulation Classes; Instrument Transformer
Performance Standards as to Burden, Accuracy, and Correcti on Factors;
Practical Application of Instrument Transfonners with Regard to
Grounding, Rating, Connections, and Burden; Polarity and Accuracy Tests
of Instrument Transformers Utilizing Various Methods and Procedures.
Prereq: 2750A- F, 2468, 2469A-, 4467, 4010A-, 4018A-
TRAINING RECORD
Meterman Tra in i ng
Program
Apprent ice Level
Human Resources Depa rtment
Training Section
June 1983
TRAINING RECORD
Meterman
Training Program
The purpose of this training record is to detail the requirements of a
Meter Helper/Apprentice in the Meterman Training Program. It also serves as a
check on the timely progression of an employee in the On-The-Job Training channel
of the two-channel training concept.
The traininee is responsible for keeping and maintaining an accuratetraining record. When the trainee has been exposed to a training objectiveand can accompl ish that task to the required level, the trainee must date andinitial the appropriate block, then request the supervisor verify the level
of competency by initialing the same block. The initials by both parties verify
the tasks have been presented and accompl ished.
If, for any reason, the trainee is not exposed to a task, the supervisor
should note that in the COMMENTS block and initial it. Items that are trained
on, but are not 1 i sted in the record shoul d be annotated in the end of the
training record.
. Training is not required at those levels lined through. Those same
objectives may appear later, but the training wi 11 be required at a higher level.
There are four levels of training: A, B, C, and
explanations of the levels are as follows:
The definitions and
Have a knowledge of, and be able to explain the basic facts. There is no
performance at this level. It is a level that must be judged by the. supervisor. It usually can be verified by questions and brief explanations.
Be able to explain the general facts and perform with supervision. At this
level, the understanding of the task must be much greater than the previousone. Here, performance is accomplished under constant supervision, while
on-the-spot corrections are being made by the supervisor. In other words,
when performing to the B level, the trainee cannot be expected to perform
well, without constant supervision.
Be able to explain in detail and perform with a minimum of supervision.
At the C leve 1, the tra i nee understands the task well enough and can perform
without a supervisor constantly looking over the work.
Explain the theory and operation fully and perform with ittle, or nosupervision. Here, the trainee has mastered the objective in theory and
performance, and constant supervi s i on is not necessa ry when performi
the task.
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APPRENTICE LEVEL
Below is a summary of task/objectives,the performance level, and the six-month
period each level is required.
Six-Month Pe ri od
Task/Objecti ve
Climbing A&B
Vehicle Operation A&B
Demand Regi sters/Meters
Registers A&BMeter Wiring Configurations
Polyphase Test Equipment A&BPolyphase Meter Testing A&BSafety
Testing Instruments
10.Field Testing Polyphase Meters A&B
11.Polyphase Meter Installation A&B
12.Polyphase Meter Removal A&B
13.Di stributi on Transformers
14.Metering Di stribution Transformers
15.Current Transformers
16.Voltage Transformers
17.CT Meter Equipment Installation
18.Protect i ve Rubbe r Equ i pment
19.Reference Ma teri a
20. ' Hot Sticks
21.Check-Meter Installation A&B
22.Substation A&B
23.Overhead Di stribution A&B24.Underground Di stri bution A&B
25.Primary Metering
26.Pulse Metering
27.Power Factor Measurements A&B
28.Mi cro-Jou 1 e
29.Electronic Metering
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TRAINING RECORD
Meterman
Training Program
Apprent ice Leve
The columns A, B, C, & D indicate the levels of training in the required tasks,
or training objectives. The four levels are as follows:
Have a know1 edge of, and be able to exp 1 a in the bas i c facts.
Be able to explain the general facts and perform with supervision.
Be able to explain in detail and perform with a minimum of supervision.
Explain the theory and operation fully and perform with little, or no
supervi s ion.
TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
First Six-months
Climbing The apprentice will climb poles in order to:
Insta 11 current
transformers
Connect meter
control wi res
Connect se rv ices
Insta 11
Vol tmeters
Ammeters
Vehicle Operation With constant supervision, the apprentice will:
1. .With the department
vehicles
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Conduct the proper
pre-operati ona
checks and
inspections
Demonstrate an
ability to safely
drive the vehicle
In order to operate
a bucket truck
Proper ly a 1 i gn the
vehicle for the
job to be done
Conduct the proper
pre-operat i ona 1
check and
inspection
Correctly lower the
outri ggers for
stabi 1 i ty and to
level the vehicle
Properly maneuver
the bucket according
to the job to be
done
Demand Registers/Meters With the makes of timing motors indicated, the
apprentice wi ll i dentify and explain the purpose of the listed parts:
Gene ra 1 Electric
Rotor
Co i 1 s
Over-runni ng
clutch
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Westi nghouse
motor rotor 1""
Sangamo motor rotor
~isters The apprentice must correctly identify and locate the parts of the
fo owi ng meters as 1 i sted:
Genera 1 El ect ri c
30/M-
Regi ster worm gear
Cl utch shaft
assemb ly
Demand gear train
Geneva mechanism
Pointer pusher
KWH gear train
Pointer shaft
assembly
Demand sca 1 e
Zero adjustment
Name plate
Decimal bar
Regi ster rat;
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Accuracy check
poi nts
Westinghouse Mark la/II Ia
Block Interval Type
Regi ster
work gear
Magnetic
cl utch
Demand
gear train
Poi nter pusher
KWH gear train
Poi nter shaft
assemb ly
Demand scale
Zero adjustment
Name plate
10)Decimal bar
11)Register ratio
12)Accuracy check
poi nts
Therma 1 Type
Maximum demand
pointer
TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
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Zero adjustement
Pusher pointer
Deflection
adjustment
Sangamo DR-I/DE
Block Interval Type
Regi ster
worm gear
Magnetic
clutch
Demand
gear train
Pointer pusher
KWH gear traln
Pointer shaft
assemb ly
Demand scale
Zero adjustment
Name plate
10)Decimal bar
11)Register bar
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
12)Accuracy check
poi nts
Therma 1 Type
Maximum demand
pointer
Zero adjustement
Pusher poi nter
4 )Defl ect ion
adjustment
Meter Wiring Configurations Using a wiring diagram of the indicated meter, the
apprentice wi exp ain the listed connections:
Three-phase,
three-wi re, de
Three-phase,
four-wi re,de 1 ta
Three-phase,
four-wi re, wye
One-stator meter
Two-stator meter
2t-stator meter
Three-stator meter
Four-stator meter
Socket type ( S- type)
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
10. Bottom-connected base
(A-base) meter
Polyphase Test Equipment The apprentice will operate the following:
Polyphase test boards,to include
Phantom load
Standard
Counter
El ectri c eye
Fusing
Ma i ntenance
Re 1 ays
Running board
Installation
of meter
Computer-controlled test
facility (polyphase)
Installation
of meter
Socket type
(S-type)
Bottom-connected
base (A-base)
Operation
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Programmi ng
Ma intenance
Polyphase Meter Testing The apprentice will perform the following, as related
to po ase meteri ng:
Connect i ng current
coi 1 s 1n series
Connect i ng vol tage
coils in parallel
Watthour constant ratios
Mul ti -stator meter
One-stator standard
Vol tage of meter
Voltage of standard
One stator of a
mul ti -stator meter
against a one-
stator standard
Accuracy adjustments
Full load
adjustment
Li ght load
adjustment
Balance adjustment
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Power factor
adjustment
Safety Here, the apprentice must demonstrate a knowledge of, and an ability to
ate and explain the Company and Department safety requirements for:
Test boards
Fusing
--
Exposed vo tages
--
Caustic cleaning
sol uti on
--
Broken glass
--
Rubber protective
equi pment
Low vo tage gloves
--
High voltage gloves
--
High voltage mat
--
Hard hat
--
Safety glasses
--
Safety goggles
--
Vehicle safety
--
First aid kit
--
10.Fire extinguisher
--
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Testing Instruments The apprentice will safely and correctly use the following
test nstruments:
Vo 1 tmeter
Indicating
--
Recordi ng
--
Ammeter
Indi cati ng
--
Recording
--
Maxi -meter
--
Rotati on meter
--
Ohnmeter
--
Wa tt meter
--
Phase angle meter
--
Appl iance meter
--
Field Testing Polyphase Meters The apprentice will safely and correctly field
test po yphase meters, to inc ude:
Speci a 1 Meter Test
Record (Form 716)
Ki 1 owa tt Hour reading
Constant load
Amperage/ cu rrent
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Vol tage
Revo 1 ut ions per second
Accuracy
Connecting standard and
phantom load to include:
Single-phase, two-
wi re, se1 f-contained
meter
Single-phase, two-
wi re, cu rrent
transformer
Si ng1 e-phase,
three-wi re
Three-phase,
three-wi re,
se1 f-contained
Three-phase,
fou r-wi re delta,
se 1 f-conta i ned
Three-phase,
four-wi re wye,
se1 f-contained
Three-phase,
three-wi re,
bottom-connected
Three-phase,
fou r-wi re de 1 ta ,
base
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Three-phase,
four-wi re wye,
base
Register ratio
10.Watthour constant ratios
Meter
Standa rd
11.As-found test
12.Average percentage
of error
13.As-l eft test
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE C 'COMMENTS
Second Si xth-months
Polyphase Meter Installation The apprentice will safely and correctly:
Perform a pre-
installation checkto i nc 1 ude
Customer Order
Correct Meter
Type
Vo 1 tage
Base wi r1 ng
confi gurati on
Insta 11 meter in base
Reset ki lowatt to zero
Insta 11
Ring
Seal
~Phase Meter Removal Using the proper safety precautions, the apprenti cewi correct
Review Customer Order
Record kilowatt
hour/ki lowatt
Reduce current flow
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Remove
Seal
Meter ring
Meter
Insta 11
Cover plate
Ring
Seal
Distribution Transformers. The apprentice will correctly identify:
The fo 11 owi ng
transformers
Si ngl e-phase
Overhead
Padmount
Three-phase
Overhead
Padmount
The fo 11 owi ng transformer
connections
Si ngle-phase
120/240 volt
seconda ry
Wye-wye
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Wye-de 1
Cl uster mounted
transformer
connections
Rack mounted
transformer
connect; ons
Meter; n9 Di stri buti on Transformers
insta meters on:
The apprentice will safely and correctly
Single-phase
transformers
Overhead
Padmount
Three-phase
transformers
Wye-wye
Wye-de 1
Open-wye,open-
de 1
Cl uster mounted
transformers
Rack mounted
transformers
Cu rrent Transformers.The apprenti ce wi 11:
Explain what must be
considered while working
wi th current transformers,
to include:
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TRAINING OBJECTIVE COMMENTS
Flow of current
Bu rden
Polarity
Secondary terminal
Shorting terminals
Pa ra 11 e 1 i ng
current
transformers
Ratios
High voltage
current
transformers
Low voltage
current
transformers
. 2.Safely and correctly
series a current
transformer with the
current coi 1 s of a
meter for a
Two-wi re current
transformer
Three-wire current
transformer
Three-phase,th ree-
wi re de ltainstallation
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