ATLANTA – NERC is pleased to announce the release of the seventh installment of its compliance podcast, “Currently Compliant.” The podcast is intended to be a quick way to bring attention to frequently asked questions and provide clear insights on important compliance topics.
Currently Compliant: Episode 7 focuses on the topic of Abeyance. The episode defines the concept of abeyance and clarifies how it will be used within the ERO Enterprise. The discussion addresses common questions, including the crucial role of “good faith” implementation, how abeyance periods are determined, and what entities should do if they are not audited during an abeyance period. The conversation also covers how feedback will be gathered and communicated to industry.
This episode is hosted by Ryan Mauldin, Senior Engineer at NERC, and features Lonnie Ratliff, NERC's Director of Compliance Assurance. They are joined by a special guest, Erin Cullum Marcussen, Senior Manager of Compliance at Southwest Power Pool, who provides a valuable stakeholder perspective on this new process.