Definitional Exclusions Reporting Process

2 Anticipated process to be communicated in coming months (Webinars, Special Outreach, etc.) Working with WICF Steering Committee on process Plan to begin accepting notifications in Spring Definitional Exclusion Reporting Process

3 Provides guidance on application of new definition Provides explanations and examples for each inclusion and exclusion. BES Definition Guidance Document

4 Will be revised based on FERC order and comments received (expected in March) NERC Informational webinar after release of document BES Definition Guidance Document

Registration

6 Inclusions, Exclusions and Exceptions to the BES can result in a change in registration. Applicable Functions o GO, GOP, TO, TOP Registration

7 Current Process o Submit letter to identifying reason for request (i.e. definitional exclusion, exception request Future Process o Submit request using new registration form. (More to follow) De-Registration

8 Current Process o Submit registration request using registration form posted on compliance website. o Provide comments on form (or attached letter) identifying reason for request (i.e. definitional inclusion, exception) Future Process o Submit request using new registration form. (More to follow) New Registration