Course Title: Generac: Generator Codes and Standards (Morning)

Course Description:   

During this course, we will address some of the essential “Code and Standards” and speak to commonly asked questions regarding Optional Standby (OSB) / ‘Home Standby’ Generator installation requirements.

Objectives:

*National Codes and Standards, Local AHJ requirements, and Manufacturer instructions

*Product Listing and Labeling

*NFPA requirements regarding “Qualified Persons”

*Optional Standby Systems (NEC 702) compared to (NEC 700 & 701)

*Standby generator sizing overview per the NEC

Presented by: Chris Strange, Technical Application Manager, Master Electrician

Presenter Bio:

Chris Strange has been with Generac Power Systems since April of 2023 as a Technical Application Manager with the Consumer Power Division. His role is responsible for training inspectors, installers, and Generac dealers on the installation process of Generac Home Standby generators to ensure they are installed in a safe and reliable manner. Chris began his electrical career in 2006 in the US Air Force as an Electrician maintaining critical base infrastructure in Alaska, New Jersey and overseas in the Middle East. He attended Moraine Park Technical College where he received a Technical Degree in Electrical Systems and started working as a Commercial Electrician in Southeastern Wisconsin. During his career as an Electrician, Chris worked in both the commercial and residential environments where he has gathered

most of his knowledge of Generac Optional Standby Systems. He is a licensed Master Electrician, Commercial and Residential Electrical Inspector in the State of Wisconsin. Also, an active member of the Wisconsin IAEI Chapter and the Wisconsin Electrical Inspectors Association of Southeastern Wisconsin as a Trustee.

Course Title: Permitting and Inspecting Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Systems (Afternoon)

Course Description:

This is a half-day course that will cover residential electric vehicle charging systems and will incorporate applicable sections of the National Electrical Code, International Residential Code, and International Fire Code.

Objectives:

*Understand Code overlaps when applied to electric vehicle charging systems

*Understand specific Code requirements for EVSE and EVPE design

*Be able to identify common code violations

Presented by: Robert Hattier & Matt Stolspart

Presenter Bio:

Robert Hattier is the Director of Renewable Energy for IBEW Local 134. He also serves as the Executive Director for the Illinois IBEW Renewable Energy Fund, a State of Illinois grant funded Workforce Development Organization authorized under the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA).

Bob has over 20 years of experience in the solar energy and adjacent technology industries. Since 2008, Bob has been teaching courses on Solar, Energy Storage, and Electric Vehicle Charging Systems throughout the Midwest.

Bob holds several industry specific credentials and licenses.  Bob’s dedication to advancing the renewable energy industry can be seen in his involvement with several organizations as a Board Member, his codes and standards development committee appointments, his creation of industry specific curriculum, and his allied professional training initiatives.

Matthew Stolspart is a Business Representative for IBEW Local 134, proudly serving as a member in good standing for 24 years. With a robust background in the electrical field, he has held key leadership roles such as Foreman, General Foreman, and Project Manager over the past years, where he has been instrumental in driving efficiency and productivity in substantial construction projects.

Currently, Matthew contributes his expertise to the Local 134 Codes & Standards Committee, providing his extensive experience and education to advocate for public safety with emerging technologies. His work focuses on code development and code adoption that provides municipalities with the necessary resources to navigate advancements in the electrical industry.

In addition to his committee work, Matthew is a dedicated trainer for Allied Professionals Trainings, where he leads safety training courses aimed at building officials and fire departments. These courses cover critical topics such as photovoltaics, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems.