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Understanding a Severe Event

A Severe Event is an emergency situation so catastrophic that complete restoration of electric service is not possible.  The bulk power system (BPS) will be operated at a reduced state of reliability and supply for months or possibly...

Most Violated Enforceable Standards

Why is CIP-007 was one of the 5 most violated enforceable NERC standards? the all-time leader in Violations? Do you think Cyber Security is important? CIP-007 - Cyber Security -- Systems Security Management CIP-005 - Cyber ...

Is the Power Grid Prepared for the next Extreme Superstorm?

Storms of unprecedented proportions:  Superstorm Sandy, followed by Nor’easter ‘Athena’, Blizzard ‘Nemo’, and ‘Skyfall’ Meteorite strikes earth! What is the one dynamic component found in each and every one of these ...

What is an RSAW? How can the RSAW help me? How do I use an RSAW?

NERC developed RSAW, a Reliability Standard Audit Worksheet in order to facilitate NERC’s and the Regional Entities’ assessment of a registered entity’s compliance with each NERC Reliability Standard. While the information inclu...

Who is really watching the Power Grid?

Is the Power Grid really prepared for the “Hackers of Shanghai”?  What critical knowledge of the Bulk Electric System do the “Hackers of Shanghai” already possess? A dirty little secret in control systems is once you get t...