The class prepares for a loud bang during the live line demonstration.

As Zach Aljets assists (background), Chris Smith demonstrates the potential danger of electrical contact if you do not call 8-1-1 before you dig.

The intensive nine-month program explores a broad range of resources, topics and services within Randolph County. Participants meet with local business and community leaders, learn about local products and service delivery and take guided tours to gain a deeper understanding of local issues and decisions.

Journeymen Linemen Shannon Fesmire, Danny Lee and Chris Smith, Linemen Hunter Allred and Ethan Hurley and Apprentice Linemen Aaron Lednum and Zach Aljets presented the live-line demonstration in the Operation Support Facility at REMC. Line Superintendent Daniel Maness narrated the demonstration.

In addition to describing the hazards of electrical contact, the REMC crew outlined the functions of the mobile substation and instructed the group about safety gear that lineworkers must wear.

The Leadership Randolph class also met with GIS Technician Hannah Monroe and Manager of Engineering Aubin Reynolds in the Dispatch Center. There they learned about the cutting-edge technology REMC uses to track and repair outages.

REMC appreciates the Chamber of Commerce and class co-chairs Scott Harris of Technimark and Amanda Varner of the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department for helping to make this a memorable day for these leaders.