The Ohio Line Supervisors Association is committed to making continuing education a priority. There will be a wide variety of topics to choose from, all conducted by experts in their fields.
There is no sign-up needed for these workshops.
| Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | ||||
| Time | Room | Topic | Presenter | Summary |
| 9:30 a.m. | 1 | Voltage Regulators | John Heath, Application Engineer – Utility T&D |
This workshop cover voltage regulators and will include construction, design, application considerations, control features in today’s modern controls, bypassing a regulator, maintenance consideration, and more |
| 9:30 a.m. | 2 | Network Lighting Controls: Building Smarter Outdoor Lighting Systems | Dean Thornberry, Central Region Sales Manager, Cooper Lighting Solutions |
Network lighting controls are transforming the way utility municipalities manage outdoor lighting systems. This session will explore how cellular-connected lighting controls enable remote monitoring, outage notification, energy management, asset tracking, scheduling, and maintenance optimization. We’ll discuss real-world applications, return on investment, and emerging technologies – including integrated fixture controls, outdoor multi-sensors, and smart city capabilities – that are helping organizations improve reliability, reduce operating costs, and enhance public safety. |
| 10:30 a.m. | 1 | True Grid Reliability | Jeff Doak, SubProTech LLC, President and CEO of i2C Technologies |
True grid reliability is no longer defined solely by system hardening, but by continuous, intelligent visibility—enabling operators to detect, verify, and prevent events before they escalate into failures. As risk to critical infrastructure increases and replacement timelines grow longer, the industry must shift from a reactive model to a preventative one. |
| 10:30 a.m. | 2 | Use of Composites in the Utility Space | Tristan Walter, RS Lead Sales Engineer | Many utilities have moved to or tried composite crossarms over the past decade or two. A similar transition has been occurring with utility poles. With workshop will share information about composite/fiberglass poles, the different types, and what use-cases they are best utilized. |
| Thursday, August 27, 2026 | ||||
| Time | Room | Topic | Presenter | Summary |
| 10:00 a.m. | 1 | Chainsaw Training | Jason Woods – Senior ST&LP Instructor, Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives |
When Lineman go to work on power lines, they have the 15th most dangerous job in the world. When they pick up a chainsaw, that number goes from 15 to 1, the most dangerous job in the world per fatalities. This program is intended to enhance on the job training through basic chainsaw safety, tension wood awareness, and tips on the latest tree-cutting techniques being used across the world. |
| 10:00 a.m. | 2 | NextGen Lineworker Training | Zack Azallion – ST&LP Instructor, Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives | This session will focus on new lineworker training and reference apps available for both Apple iPad and Android devices. Participants will receive a hands-on introduction to the available applications, explore their features and functionality, and have the opportunity to test the apps firsthand. The session is designed to familiarize users with digital training resources that can enhance learning, field reference, and overall workforce development. |