OCTC Workforce Solutions Hosts Lunch & Learn on Infrared Imaging/Thermography
Thurs. Nov. 6, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at OCTC's Downtown Campus, 1501 Frederica Street
Owensboro, KY (10/13/2025) — Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) Workforce Solutions will host a Lunch & Learn session on Infrared Imaging/Thermography on Thursday, November 6, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will take place in the Industrial Innovation Lab at OCTC's Downtow Campus at 1501 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY 42303.
Beginning January 1, 2023, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70B standard transitioned from a recommendation to a mandatory requirement, setting higher expectations for safety and reliability across industrial, commercial, and healthcare facilities. One of the most effective-and now required-tools for compliance is thermal imaging (thermography), which allows maintenance professionals to detect hidden electrical and mechanical issues before they become costly or dangerous.
The session will be led by Rick Barnes, a Certified Level 3 Thermographer, licensed electrician, training instructor, consultant, and owner of R-1 Maintenance LLC. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of NFPA 70B standards, the role of insurance audits, and how trained thermographers accurately identify and interpret thermal imaging data. The event will also include hands-on demonstrations in OCTC's Industrial Innovation Lab.
Topics will include:
- The importance of thermal imaging under NFPA 70B
- Understanding insurance audits and compliance requirements
- How to read and interpret thermography reports
- Certification opportunities for thermographers
- The potential for reducing insurance costs through compliance
This free, interactive event is designed for industry professionals, maintenance leaders, and facility managers who want to stay ahead of changing standards while improving workplace safety and efficiency. Attendees will also have the opportunity to network with peers and enjoy a complimentary catered lunch.
Space is limited, and registration is required.To reserve your spot, email octc.workforcesolutions@kctcs.edu.
About OCTC Workforce Solutions
OCTC Workforce Solutions builds partnerships that strengthen the regional economy through customized training, professional development, and industry collaboration. The division equips local businesses with the tools, skills, and resources needed to advance workforce excellence.
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Owensboro Community & Technical College is one of the sixteen community and technical colleges that make up the Kentucky Community & Technical College System. OCTC serves the KY counties of Daviess, Hancock, Ohio and McLean. OCTC has three campuses in Daviess County and a Center and Annex in Hancock County. OCTC strives to serve the communities in the service area by providing associate degree education for transfer, state of the art technical education for students focusing on entering the workforce, customized business and industry solutions through the Workforce Solutions division, and adult education and business and industry testing through the SkillTrain unit.
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The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is the Commonwealth's largest postsecondary institution with 16 colleges and more than 70 campuses. We also are Kentucky's largest provider of workforce training and online education. Through partnerships with business and industry, we align our programs to meet the needs of local employers. We help students fulfill their dreams of creating a better life through programs that lead directly to jobs or help them transfer to one of our four-year partners.
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