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Posted By IAMU,
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Updated: Friday, October 6, 2023
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 Registration is open! CLICK HERE to registerNovember 1 - 3, 2023*** Course Limited to 10 Attendees ***This
course will identify the personal protective equipment, pole climbing
equipment, inspection process and techniques needed to climb wooden
poles. Besides learning about each piece of climbing equipment,
participants will learn how to inspect each component to assure it is in
good condition and safe to use. In the hands-on portion of the
course, participants will learn how to inspect a pole to ensure it’s
safe to climb; this will also include identifying items such as signs
attached to poles, or objects (i.e. fence posts, etc.) located near the
pole that may pose as a potential hazard. Participants will learn
proper foot placement on the pole, practice using a fall protection
safety strap to ascend and descend a pole; learn how to climb a pole
(clockwise and counterclockwise) and the proper technique for climbing
over attachments on the pole. The course will conclude with
participants learning some basic knots, how to use a hand line and
attempting to achieve the climbing certification criteria currently
being used by the Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities. This
workshop is beneficial for anyone that is interested in learning how to
climb. Apprentices in Module A of the IAMU Electric Line Maintainer
Program are encouraged to attend. *** Apprentices will receive 12 Overhead OJT hours for attendance ***
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Posted By IAMU,
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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 Article from https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About AND https://www.usfa.fema.gov/statisticsSince
1922, the NFPA has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention
Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week
a national observance, making it the longest-running public health
observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children,
adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire.
Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to
drastically decrease casualties caused by fires. Fire Prevention
Week is observed each year during the week of October 9th in
commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871,
and caused devastating damage. This horrific conflagration killed more
than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400
structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land. This year’s
Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) campaign, “Cooking safety starts with YOU.
Pay attention to fire prevention™,” works to educate everyone [home and
work] about simple but important actions they can take to keep
themselves and those around them safe when cooking. Other Information: - Cooking
fires are the leading cause of fires in both residential and
non-residential (work) categories (2021 National estimates).
- Portable
Heater Fires in Residential Buildings (2017-2019): While portable
heater fires in residential buildings were only 3% of all heating fires
in residential buildings, their consequences were substantial,
accounting for 41% of fatal heating fires in residential buildings. Many
of these fires were preventable, as human error was a contributing
factor to the fire.
- Men are more likely to die (Male 62.3% and Female 37.7%) and be injured (Male 59.6% and Female 40.4%) in fires.
- Smoking fires cause nearly 1 in 4 home fire deaths. Smoking materials start 1 in 20 home structure fires.
- Despite
a drop in the number of fires, the rate of fire-caused fatalities has
remained steady, partly due to modern building trends like open spaces,
the increased use of synthetic materials and lightweight wood
construction, all of which cause fires to spread more quickly.
- You
used to have 7 to 8 minutes to leave your home after you heard the
smoke alarm. Now, you have 1 or 2 minutes from the time the alarm
sounds.
You need to be prepared in advance of a fire.
Make sure you have properly maintained and fully functional smoke
detectors and evacuation/escape plans.
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Posted By IAMU,
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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Don't miss the upcoming IAMU Wastewater Collection System Workshop, proudly sponsored by CIT Sewer Solutions. Training Topics: - Case Study of Defiance, IA
- Muffin Monster Grinders and Related Products
- Sanitary Sewer Master Plan for City of Bloomfield
Live Demos: - Jet Trailer and Camera Truck (Mid Iowa)
- Robotic Cutter (CIT Sewer Solutions)
- SITHE Chopper Pump Demo (Electric Pump)
- Control Panel and Starnet Building Demo (Electric Pump)
*** 0.5 CEUs available for Wastewater ***Register Now - Click Here!
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Wastewater
Water Workshop
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Posted By IAMU,
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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 Get
ready to lock and load for an unforgettable day of fun this October
13th at the Pioneer Gun Club in Waukee! Join us for our annual "Fun
raising" event, Shooting for Scholars. Picture yourself blasting
away at sporting clays, all while making a big, positive impact on
education. When you participate in this event, you're not just shooting
for sport; you're shooting for a brighter future. Your involvement
directly supports the IAMU Scholarship program, which empowers deserving
individuals to reach new educational heights. Don't miss your shot at making a difference and having a blast while you're at it! Register now or become a sponsor by CLICKING HERE. October 13th is creeping up, so lock and load and secure your spot today!
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Posted By IAMU,
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Water and wastewater members: Registration is open, plan to attend the annual Water and Wastewater Operators Training Workshop which will be held Nov. 28 – 30. The workshop will take place at Prairie Meadows – The Meadows Events Center in Altoona. This
three-day workshop is geared toward water and wastewater professionals
wanting practical information to help them do their jobs. There will be
both basic and advanced topic for water treatment, water distribution,
and wastewater. Attendees can earn 1.2 CEUs toward certification. For more information or to register as an attendee or vendor, visit the event webpage on the IAMU website. The early registration deadline is November 10.
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