What is the required frequency for training on System Restoration?

Training on System Restoration is a critical aspect of maintaining transmission operation effectiveness and ensuring a rapid and efficient response to outages. It is specifically required to be conducted annually. This frequency is essential to ensure that personnel remain knowledgeable about the latest protocols, technologies, and processes involved in restoring the system after a disturbance.

Conducting this training annually helps in reinforcing the skills and knowledge necessary for effective restoration operations. Frequent updates and refreshers can incorporate any changes in operational procedures, operational equipment updates, and shifts in regulatory standards. This is vital for maintaining operational readiness in a field that is subject to evolving challenges and scenarios.

While other frequencies such as every 6 months, every 2 years, or bi-annually may seem reasonable, they do not align with the requirements set forth by NERC. Training at intervals longer than annually could lead to gaps in knowledge and readiness, potentially resulting in delays and inefficiencies during actual restoration events when quick decision-making is crucial.