Every 2 years, how many hours of system restoration training must TO/TOP/DSP provide to field switching personnel?

The requirement for Transmission Owners (TO), Transmission Operators (TOP), and Distribution Service Providers (DSP) to provide system restoration training to field switching personnel every two years is specifically outlined in the NERC standards. According to these standards, the mandated amount of system restoration training that must be provided is 2 hours.

This training ensures that personnel are adequately knowledgeable about the processes and procedures involved in restoring the power system after an outage or emergency situation. Over an extended period, ensuring that field personnel are well-trained is crucial for the continued reliability and security of the electrical grid. This structured training regime enhances operational readiness and mitigates risks associated with system failures.

Other durations such as 1 hour, 3 hours, or 4 hours do not align with the NERC requirements and therefore do not fulfill the established training needs necessary for maintaining system reliability and preparedness. The standardization of the 2-hour training requirement thus serves both the operational effectiveness of personnel and the overall integrity of the power system.