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Michelle Thomas, Executive Director of Operations
The power industry is an exciting place right now. High-rise wind turbines, solar farms, hydro power, battery storage systems, and even modern nuclear plants are all on the rise. To become more efficient and reliable, power plants are increasingly connecting their operational technologies to information technologies and the web. This substantially increases the risk of criminal hackers including nation threat actors potentially shutting down a part of the grid (see Certrec’s list of top critical infrastructure attacks).
Reduce cyber takedowns
To reduce the risks of brownouts and blackouts that might result in hundreds of deaths, the electric supply providers must adhere to the NERC’s ( NRC for nuclear plants) complex and ever-changing regulations. If they do not comply with NERC standards, (e.g. NERC CIP) they risk incurring expensive penalties, potentially impacting the business’ reputation and its valuation. With NERC imposed penalties, public information, a failed audit can damage the credibility of the management team and of its leadership and owners. Saving some money on a weak compliance program and risking your reputation and investment is just not worth it; any audit failures become public knowledge and can follow the team, managers and plant.
Certrec reduces the risk of non-compliance
Certrec is a leader in NERC compliance consulting services and software and has been a trusted advisor to 100’s of power entities including 90% of the most risk averse power plants (U.S. nuclear industry). Certrec innovatively utilizes technology (e.g. SaaS apps and cybersecurity) and the knowledge of processes and its experienced people to REDUCE the RISK of non-compliance for energy providers, from nuclear plants to fossil, wind, solar, and hydro plants; for example, Certrec’s unique NERC CIP Healthcheck and RegSource a curated regulatory information source.
Certrec’s unique advantages
• Certrec is one of the most conservative and low risk NERC and NRC compliance advisors in the energy sector:
“You can get one of our engineers to help you with NERC compliance in minutes not days or weeks. With CertrecSaaS.com you can solve your compliance problems easily and quickly.” says Michelle Thomas, Executive Director of Operations at Certrec.
• Certec’s people, products, and processes provide deep know-how and technology such as the Certrec Portal with its SaaS apps to make it easier to license and be in compliance.
• Certrec is one of the only NERC compliance firms to also offer its services via frictionless, e-commerce-like. Clients can get compliance help on demand, rather than waiting for weeks negotiating with the purchasing department. One major energy provider commented “You mean I can now buy an engineer immediately, with a credit card?”
We use e-commerce to reduce the friction of buying regulatory compliance help so you can solve your compliance problems easily and quickly
• Certrec is one of the most conservative and low risk NERC and NRC compliance advisors in the energy sector:
“You can get one of our engineers to help you with NERC compliance in minutes not days or weeks. With CertrecSaaS.com you can solve your compliance problems easily and quickly.” says Michelle Thomas, Executive Director of Operations at Certrec.
• Certrec assists over 120 power-generating facilities in establishing and maintaining NERC Compliance Programs. Today, Certrec manages the entire NERC compliance program for more than 60 registered sites in the U.S. and Canada and is an advisor to over 90% of nuclear power plants in the USA.
Conclusion
Its all about complying with the regulations and doing it in the most productive manner so the power plant can focus itself on strategic tasks like delivering power safely and reliably and keeping the grid out of the headlines!
Certrec Enhances Nuclear Fatigue Management for TVA with New Shift Callout Features in the Latest FRMS Update
Friday, August 09, 2024
Certrec’s latest update for its Fatigue Rule Management System offers tools to manage shift planning and scheduling with automation for overtime callouts.
UNITED STATES,-- Certrec, a leading provider of regulatory compliance and advanced SaaS applications for the nuclear industry, has released the latest version of its Fatigue Rule Management System (FRMS). FRMS is an industry-wide solution with a unique design that leads in accuracy, ease of use, and speed. Now being used by 20% of the US nuclear units, FRMS is taking the industry by storm with a new innovative feature that provides the nuclear industry with the ability to streamline shift callouts.
Designed by nuclear experts for nuclear experts, the shift callout management capabilities introduced in the latest version of FRMS offer some exciting, time-saving tools for the nuclear sector. This latest version was developed with feedback from clients on their most pressing needs. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), whose fleet of nuclear plants joined the FRMS community in 2023, will be among the first to receive these new features. With almost five years of run time in the industry, Certrec continues to innovate, providing clients with the most powerful solution in the market for managing fatigue requirements. Bridget Johns, Project Manager at Certrec said of the update, "Shift callout provides another amazing feature that sets FRMS apart from others. It is innovative, easy to use, and analyzes overtime eligibility in seconds.”
Shift Callout Management plays a crucial role in shift planning and scheduling, ensuring organizations effectively manage their workforce to meet operational demands. FRMS addresses these challenges by providing tools for conducting shift planning, allowing managers to forecast staffing needs, plan for peak periods, and verify that shifts are adequately covered. Managers can quickly identify vacancies and select the most suitable candidate to fill a position.
FRMS further streamlines shift management through automated shift updates. When shifts are accepted, the system automatically updates the user’s schedule as a callout, eliminating the need for manual intervention. By incorporating the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s 10 CFR Part 26 fatigue rule requirements, the system ensures that worker rest periods are adhered to, further promoting safety and compliance. Worker schedules are automatically updated, reducing the risk of human error and improving overall efficiency. Moreover, the system sends real-time notifications to workers about their updated schedules, keeping them informed and everyone in communication.
Determining worker eligibility for shifts can be complex, especially in the nuclear industry where many plants are governed by stringent union rules in addition to fatigue management regulations. FRMS simplifies this process by quickly sorting worker eligibility across factors such as shift position, union rules (including overtime and seniority), fatigue rule requirements, and training qualifications. Our advanced algorithm ensures only workers with the correct qualifications are sent into the field.
FRMS is an industry-wide solution to manage the challenges of nuclear fatigue. With the latest update, we extend this solution even further, keeping your work schedules up-to-date and reducing the risk of human error.
Company
Certrec
Management
Michelle Thomas, Executive Director of Operations
Description
Certrec is a software and services provider with regulatory compliance as its core competency and it leverages innovative technology solutions to help clients lower the chances of incurring fines (NERC, NRC) and preempt the possibilities of damage to their organizational and team reputation.
