2. Western Michigan University Central Power Plant

3. W.M.U. Power Plant Labor Management Award

4. W.M.U. Power Plant Apprenticeship Certificate of Registration

5. W.M.U. Central Power Plant History
Power Plant was transferred from K.P.H to W.M.U. in 1994
Plant was converted from coal-fired steam plant to a combined cycle plant
This renovation increased operational efficiency, and significantly reduced environmental impact
Staff reduced from 27 to 15,

6. W.M.U. Power Plant Organization 2000-2001

7. W.M.U. Power Plant Organization 2004-2005
COE-Chief Operating Engineer
OPR-Operator
UTL-Utility Specialist (Apprenticeship Designation)

8. W.M.U. Power Plant Cross Training Program
Licensed Entire Staff Through the National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers
Developed Three Sets of Job Performance Measures (J.P.M.)
Operational-61
General Maintenance-49
Advanced Maintenance-71
Developed and Implemented Registered Apprenticeship With the U.S. Department of Labor
OPR Requirements
Operations J.P.M.
General Maintenance J.P.M.
UTL Requirements
Advanced Maintenance J.P.M.
Enrollment in Dept. of Labor Registered Apprenticeship

9. W.M.U. Power Plant Job Performance Measures

10. W.M.U. Power Plant Labor Utilization

11. W.M.U. Power Plant Generation History

12. W.M.U. Central Power Plant Fuel Use vs. Heating Degree Days

13. W.M.U. Power Plant Steam Generation Unit Utilization

14. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
“Granular” Approach Assures Quality and Controls Disbursements
Boiler No. 1, 2 and 3 Demolition Project – 2002
Negotiated Boiler Equipment Procurement Initiated January 2003
Boiler Room Structural Modifications Phase
Boiler Installation Successfully Accomplished Through Partnering

15. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
Boiler No. 1, 2 and 3 Demolition Project – 2002
Integral Demolition and Asbestos Abatement
Achieved Superior Contractor Performance
Significant Savings from Budget

16. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
Boiler No. 1, 2 and 3 Demolition Project – 2002

17. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
Negotiated Boiler Procurement Initiated January 2003
Early Review of Scope with Plant Staff
Contract Awarded to ERI February 2003
Vendor Submittal Reviews April – June 2003

18. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
Boiler Room Structural Modifications
Multiple (5) Trade Contracts Construction Package
Bid May 2003
Construction July – October 2003
Construction Administration Performed by W.M.U. Construction Office

19. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
Boiler Installation Successfully Accomplished Through Partnering
Mechanical & Electrical Boiler Equipment Installation Document Package
Not-to-Exceed Pricing from Contractors
Contractor Estimates for Cost Reduction with WMUPP Staff Labor/Material Contributions - $25,644
Actual Cost Savings Realized by W.M.U. - > $75,000

20. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
Boiler Installation Successfully Accomplished Through Partnering

21. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
Boiler Installation Successfully Accomplished Through Partnering
Cooperative Effort Strengthened W.M.U.’s Apprenticeship Program
Daily Coordination of Assignments with Contractor Leads
Plant Staff Acquired In-Depth Understanding of New Boiler Systems through Installation, Startup and Commissioning
Continued Benefit to W.M.U. - Same Personnel are Responsible for Operations and Maintenance

22. Boiler No. 9 Project Implementation Best Practices
New Boiler No. 9
Project Complete February 2004

23. WMU Power Plant Director
Contact
George Jarvis
WMU Power Plant Director