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Midwest ENERGY Association (MEA) in conjunction with Heath Consultants announces the release of MAKESAFE Leak Detection Simulator. This new online gas leak simulation program presents the learner with a set of circumstances related to a reported gas leak. The learner then proceeds to investigate the reported leak using computer generated graphics, animation, and audio. The learner can perform several different actions during the simulation to control ignition source, turn off the gas, and vent the building in order to successfully complete the investigation. The simulator also provides for reinforcement of basic safety procedures, such as seat belt use, customer interactions, vehicle parking, and proper tool selection.
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Two world record times, challenging weather and new Champions marked the 15th Annual National Gas Rodeo. Congratulations to this year's winners, Insane Methane, the 4 person Team from Piedmont Natural Gas and the Gashouse Gorillas, the 2 person team from City Utilities of Springfield.
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The National Gas Rodeo announces that the 2009 competition will be conducted on September 26 in Fairview Heights, IL. Natural gas teams from across the country are invited to showcase their skills, knowledge, and professionalism.
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"Smart Wires and Pipes" is the topic at Midwest ENERGY Association's Fall Business Roundtable on September 24 in Kansas City, MO. MEA Business Roundtables provide utility operating executives and related companies with a forum for discussing current issues facing the utility distribution industry. "What I learn by attending the MEA Business Roundtables improves my business practice. There are so many new things happening out there," says Anthony McCain, vice president of field operations for Nicor Gas.
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Midwest Energy Association (MEA) provides training to those who bring electricity and natural gas to American homes and businesses. The organization works in concert with their members to collaborate in the development of training programs and delivers to members and subscribers the best possible training at the lowest possible cost.
MEA started out providing training to their members on video tapes that integrated with workbooks and quickly moved to offering training material on CDs. They soon realized, however, that they needed a product that was easier to maintain and update and that their members needed a more cost effective solution.
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The Utility Leadership Academy (ULA), the energy industry's on-line emerging and experienced leader training system, is now serving over 1,000 utility and contractor employees. "ULA has the core leadership and management skills our future energy industry leaders need," explains Rick Legleitner, Manager of Employee Development and Skilling for Consumers Energy and a senior member of the MEA Team managing the program.
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Energetic Women started the Maverick Award to give special recognition to leaders who have set the standard in promoting, connection, and strengthening female leaders in energy operations and engineering. This year Energetic Women honor Patty Walker, senior vice president, Ohio/Kentucky gas operations for Duke Energy.
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The Midwest ENERGY Association is announcing its Customer Relations Roundtable on September 30 - October 2, 2009 in St. Louis, MO. "The program content at the MEA Roundtables is delivered more as a conversation among the presenters and attendees. This approach serves as the platform for gaining some great take-away ideas," says Breck A. Sparks, director of customer service for Vectren Utility Holdings, Inc. and chair of MEA's Customer Relations Committee.
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Announcing the Legal, Regulatory & Government Affairs Roundtable on October 14-16, 2009 in Las Vegas, NV. "This is always one of the best conferences with a strong lineup of speakers and great networking opportunities," says Timothy Tessier, manager, regional gov't. affairs for MidAmerican Energy Company and chair of Midwest ENERGY Association's (MEA) Legal, Regulatory & Government Affairs Committee.
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EnergyU.org America's largest online utility, pipeline, and contractor learning portal has dramatically enhanced its course development and customer customization flexibility by selecting Trivantis Corporation's Lectora as its course creation software.
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