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OPENING CEREMONY - ANNUAL REPORTS & LEADERSHIP AWARDS D-3/22

Tuesday 9am to 10am

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0
Speakers	Marjorie Terrell, Royce Long, Jason Boetzer
Moderator	Marjorie Terrell
Objective	CFB & CalEPA Annual Reports & Leadership Awards
Description	CFB & CalEPA Annual Reports & Leadership Awards

IN DEPTH SATELLITE ACCUMULATION REQUIREMENTS 2022 B2-3/22

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Regan Bottomley
Moderator	Emily Hoe
Objective	Understand the satellite accumulation regulations. Learn the unique Title 22 rules applicable to satellite accumulation. Identify the most common violations and how to avoid them. Learn EPA interpretations and guidance regarding satellite requirements.
Description	No matter how long you have been managing hazardous waste, there is always something to learn about the satellite accumulation regulations. In this class we will discuss the satellite regulations, including those unique to California. We will also identify the most common violations associated with satellite accumulation, plus interpretations and guidance from the EPA and DTSC
Presentation	In-Depth Satellite Accumulation Requirements

VAPOR INTRUSION AND MITIGATION: AN UPDATE & LA CASE STUDY F-3/22

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Perry Myers, Jessica Law, Yue Rong
Moderator	Gerald O'Regan
Objective	Participants will learn about the latest advancements in vapor intrusion evaluation and its mitigation.
Description	Vapor intrusion is a rapidly evolving field. The session will provide an overview of the current state-of-practice on vapor intrusion and its mitigation (e.g., when mitigation should be considered, mitigation options, and O&M). A case study will present an example of vapor intrusion mitigation measures successfully adopted at a commercial building to address indoor air concentrations of PCE as high as 2,920 g/m3, and the confirmation sampling. An LA Case Study will be presented.
Presentation	VAPOR INTRUSION AND MITIGATION: AN UPDATE & LA CASE STUDY
	Continuous Indoor Air Monitoring, an Essential Tool for Rapid Evaluation of Vapor Mitigation - A Regulatory Perspective
	VAPOR INTRUSION AND MITIGATION: AN UPDATE & LA CASE STUDY

HANDS ON HAZMAT TRAINING USING IMMERSIVE SIMULATION ENVIRONMENTS I-3/22

Tuesday 10am to 11am

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 0.5
Speakers	Carl Bautista, John Rolando
Moderator	Gary Cantwell
Objective	Familiarize students with Immersive Simulation, Computer Based Hazmat training using a safe immersive Simulation environment.
Description	During this presentation, the students will be introduced to Immersive Simulation or video game based training. After being provided with a short initial classroom session, students will be turned loose to explore several interactive and engaging HAZWOPER modules. Students will be offered links to various modules to allow a learn by doing experience through the exercises in high fidelity interactive simulations. There will be instructors available while students are in this immersive world to answer any questions, should they arise. Spectral Labs has developed a Computer Based Training (CBT) system called the Realistic, Adaptive, Interactive Learning System (RAILS), which is an Immersive Simulation based training tool that enables students to interact with CBRNE hazards and equipment within realistic virtual environments. CBT is a consistent, ubiquitously available and cost-effective training tool to reach this end. Emerging game engine technologies enable the RAILS Immersive Simulations to offer an opportunity for dramatic advances in both worker safety and inspector effectiveness. RAILS deployment is multi-pronged to optimize the efficacy of the training, covering four distinct usage modes: pre-training, classroom training, live exercise supplement, and refresher training. The RAILS software enables control of algorithms within the Game Simulation as well as storage of the trainees in-game performance and test results. A challenge for Computer Based Training (CBT) is the need to keep remote trainees engaged and interested so that they will be self-motivated to initiate learning sessions and understand the Learning Objectives being presented. In that regard, computer video games have shown an advantage over flash video or training texts since games present a realistic environment requiring the student to apply and practice the skills, knowledge and abilities needed without an instructor present. During this conference presentation you will have temporary access to seven modules. Module 1 is an introduction to the game demonstrating search functions and recognition clues. Module 2 is the EPA and DOT hazard classes. Module 3 covers NFPA placards and GHS labels. Module 4A covers the NIOSH Pocket Guide to chemical Hazards, Toxicology, chemical and physical hazards. Module 4B covers how to use the 2020 ERG and an introduction to radiation. Module 5 covers shipping papers and hazmat container shapes. Module 6 covers the General Hazardous Materials Behavior Model (GEBMO). Log in and have fun with this FIRST RESPONDER OPERATIONS LEVEL software.
Presentation	HANDS ON HAZMAT TRAINING USING IMMERSIVE SIMULATION ENVIRONMENTS

TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR CUPA PROGRAMS WITH ACCELA SOFTWARE N-3/22

Tuesday 12pm to 1pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1000 of 1000 seats available
Credits
Speakers	Darryl Booth, Erika Falcon
Moderator	Alvin Lal
Objective	Learning Objective: This session will demonstrate how Accela software implements CUPA Programs, Billing, Inspection, Reporting, and CERS EDT. For CUPAs using EnvisionConnect, we have a new program kit to tell you about.
Description	This session will demonstrate how Accela software implements CUPA Programs, Billing, Inspection, Reporting, and CERS EDT. Elements of this course include: 1) Receiving Accepted Submittals from CERS 2) Reviewing/Confirming Fee Schedule 3) Reviewing/Confirming Inspection Schedule 4) Conducting Inspection Activities using iOS 5) Submitting/Confirming CME Data BONUS: Preparing Your Data for CUPA Evaluation
Presentation	TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR CUPA PROGRAMS WITH ACCELA SOFTWARE

SAMPLING TO SUPPORT HAZARDOUS WASTE VIOLATIONS B3-3/22

Tuesday 1pm to 3pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Teng Yang
Moderator	Hasan Moushumi
Objective	This session will provide participants with a general overview of how to collect samples to support hazardous waste violations.
Description	This course is a comprehensive overview of how to collect samples in the field to support hazardous waste violations. Some of the topics that will be discussed in this course include but are not limited to when and when not to sample, how to collect samples from various media types, health and safety considerations during sampling, and deciphering your analytical results.
Presentation	SAMPLING TO SUPPORT HAZARDOUS WASTE VIOLATIONS HANDOUT
	ECL Quick Reference Guide

APSA REFRESHER G-3/22

Tuesday 1pm to 3pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jennifer Lorenzo, Steven Lichten
Moderator	Devra Lewis
Objective	To provide a refresher on APSA
Description	This session will provide a basic refresher on the California Aboveground Petroleum Storage Act (APSA) requirements with an emphasis on the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan requirements of APSA.
Presentation	APSA Refresher

BASICS OF HAZARDOUS WASTE TRAINING FOR INDUSTRY J-3/22

Tuesday 1pm to 5pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Steve Reichow
Objective	To provide hazardous waste generators an overview of the requirements for accumulation and storage of hazardous waste. For regulated businesses.
Description	Training will introduce hazardous waste generators to Federal and State regulations applicable to hazardous waste generators. Determining generator status (LQG, SQG or CESQG), overview of RCRA waste vs. non-RCRA hazardous waste, accumulation time limits and container and tank management standards will be covered. Training will also cover the CUPAs role for inspections and enforcement of these regulations. Since this Session will be taught outside our virtual platform here, you will need to pre-register at https://www.nesglobal.net/2022-cupa-reg-form/ in advance in order to be able to verify your attendance if you are interested in receiving your CEUs in the calcupa.org Course History. Also, here is a link to the Session Presentation Zip File (lots of great information here for you).
Presentation	BASICS OF HAZARDOUS WASTE TRAINING FOR INDUSTRY (zip file)

FIRE SPRINKLERS, FIRE ALARM AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ALARM SYSTEMS J2-3/22

Tuesday 1pm to 5pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Danielle Stefani
Moderator	Matt Kauffman
Objective	This session will discuss how fire sprinkler and alarm systems function, when they are required and how to recognize problems during inspections.
Description	This course will address how fire sprinkler and alarm systems function, when they are required, how they are maintained, and common problems encountered during routine inspections. It will cover how the presence of hazardous materials effects the requirement for and design of these systems, including case studies. It is intended to help UPA inspectors, fire departments and industry staff collaborate more effectively on ensuring facility safety.
Presentation	Fire Sprinklers Fire Alarms and Haz Mat Alarms
	FIRE SPRINKLERS FIRE ALARMS AND HAZ MAT ALARMS PowerPoint Presentation

TOXICOLOGY 101: BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE CALARP PROGRAM A-3/22

Tuesday 3pm to 5pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Karen Riveles
Moderator	Dennis Karidis
Objective	Introduction to basic toxicological principles. Understand health guidance values and emergency exposure levels. How chemicals are reviewed for toxicity.
Description	This course will introduce basic concepts related to understanding the toxicity of chemicals. We will provide an overview of basic principles of toxicology and human health risk assessment of hazardous chemicals. We will look at health guidance values and emergency exposure levels and how different types of studies inform us about toxicity. Finally, we will review how these concepts relate to the CalARP Program.
Presentation	Toxicology 101: Behind the Scenes of the CalARP Program

SINGLE-WALLED UST OUTREACH AND RUST C-3/22

Tuesday 3pm to 4pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0 ICC: 1.0
Speakers	Johnny Wales, Robert Smith, McLean Reich
Moderator	Monica Ronchetti
Objective	We will provide updates to the ongoing efforts to assist with closure of single-walled USTs, updates to RUST, and how RUST applies to UST closure.
Description	Redhorse Corporation, partnering with the State Water Board, has been engaged in outreach to single-walled UST owners and operators, and would like to share metrics on correspondence sent and received, and summarize the gathered data. We will also share updates to the RUST program which assists eligible small businesses with funding for their UST projects via grants and loans, and relate RUST back to single-walled and abandoned UST removal.
Presentation	Replacing, Removing or Upgrading Underground Storage Tanks (RUST) Program
	C-3-22-SINGLE-WALLED UST OUTREACH AND RUST-1-Wales

CALEPA UPDATE D2-3/22

Tuesday 3pm to 4pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0
Speakers	Jason Boetzer, John Elkins, John Paine
Moderator	Jason Boetzer
Objective	This session will provide participants with an update on various CalEPA Unified Program activities, including CERS Next Gen and CalARP/HMBP Programs.
Description	The course will provide an up-to-date status of the CERS NextGen project and review key project milestones. The course will also provide an overview of the transfer of the CalARP and HMBP programs to CalEPA, including short and long term implementation plans.
Presentation	CALEPA UPDATE

LEADING CHANGE (NOT BEING RECORDED) D3-3/22

Tuesday 3pm to 5pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jim Delia
Moderator	Christine Lane
Objective	This session is designed to help leaders at all levels promote and support a positive response to organizational change.
Description	This session is designed to help leaders at all levels understand that they are directly responsible for managing and leading change in the organization. As a change leader they need to learn how to overcome resistance to change in themselves and others. Participants will have an increased understanding of: Difference between change and transition; How change affects people; Impact of trust on followership; and Strategies and tools to lead change

HAZARDOUS WASTE AND TIER PERMITTING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION O-3/22

Tuesday 4:45pm to 5:30pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	300 of 300 seats available
Credits
Speakers	Marjorie Terrell, Nicholas Crain
Moderator	Emily Hoe, Jennifer Kaahaaina, Josilynn Spray
Objective	Hazardous Waste and Tier Permitting Roundtable Discussion
Description	Hazardous Waste and Tier Permitting Roundtable Discussion open to all.

AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT LINE LEAK DETECTORS C-3/23

Wednesday 8am to 9am

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0 ICC: 1.0
Speakers	Austin Lemire-Baeten, Thomas Henderson
Moderator	Monica Ronchetti
Objective	This session will provide participants with an in-depth look into the nature of traditional line leak detectors.
Description	This course provides an in-depth look into the different aspects of mechanical and electronic line leak detectors. This includes the risks and benefits of both types as well as best management practices. This course will also include a discussion on how line leak detectors work alongside leak detection technology in future underground storage tank systems.
Presentation	C-3-23 In Depth Look At Line Leak Detectors Lemire-Baeten

HIGH PERFORMANCE ORGANIZATIONS, AND INTENT BASED LEADERSHIP D-3/23

Wednesday 8am to 10am

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Kirk Ford
Moderator	Marjorie Terrell
Objective	This session will instruct leaders how they can start transitioning their teams to High Performing Organizations.
Description	This course is a basic introductory course into the High Performance Organizational model and the Intent based leadership model. We'll go over why these models are great ways to lead your team, and how you can implement them using nothing but language, to grow your team to be more self motivated, communicative, confident and productive.
Presentation	HIGH PERFORMANCE ORGANIZATIONS, AND INTENT BASED LEADERSHIP

NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR LOCAL AGENCIES OVERSEEING VOLUNTARY PROJECTS F-3/23

Wednesday 8am to 10am

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Maryam Tasnif-abbasi, Steve McMasters, Gregory Shaffer
Moderator	Gerald O'Regan
Objective	An overview of the the new requirements for local agencies overseeing voluntary agreement projects, including notification of local agency qualifications, electronic reporting requirements, notification requirements, and process for lead agency determination. Session focuses on the newly enacted Assembly Bill 304 and Senate Bill 1248 requirements for local and state agency interaction for regulatory oversight of voluntary sites aka cleanup sites.
Description	In this session, DTSC and the Water Board will roll-out the new process for Local Agencies that is defined in AB 304. This new regulation, requires: - Local agencies to provide information on technical expertise of their staff - Local agencies to provide annual self-certification and attestation to follow all requirements - Local agencies to updated data/documents to GeoTracker - Provides clarity on lead agency determination In this session, DTSC and the Water Board will provide a road map for collaboration between state and local agencies to ensure effective and thorough site cleanups.
Presentation	F-3-23-Cleanup-LocalAgencyReg-Shaffer-McMasters

OVERCOMING BIAS: 18 PROTECTED GROUPS J-3/23

Wednesday 8am to 12pm

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 3.0
Speakers	John Wilson
Moderator	Matt Kauffman
Objective	To understand what bias is, how it happens to everyone, and how to apply this knowledge to limit or stop bias, especially when concerning Californias protected classes.
Description	Bias in a normal result of interacting with the world. People experience bias in favor or against many things, people, or groups of people. While bias is normal and happens for many reasons (good and bad), it can lead to unfairness, prejudice, and civil rights violations. This presentation will show you what bias is and its social and psychological origins. Coupled with that knowledge, you will learn what the 18 protected groups of classes of people are as defined by the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, and the California State Senate. Then, you will learn a system on how to overcome and defeat bias to better your workplace and personal life.
Presentation	OVERCOMING BIAS - 18 Protected Groups

COMPLIANCE WITH HAZWOPER K-3/23

Wednesday 8am to 11am

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	100 of 100 seats available
Credits	REHS: 3.0
Speakers	Robert Wise
Moderator	Gary Cantwell
Objective	What does Compliance with the HAZWOPER Rule Mean? This class will provide an overview of the rule and what being in compliance with all facets means.
Description	This class will be a detailed discussion of the HAZWOPER rule as it is described pursuant to 29 CFR 1910.120. It will stress on the Site Worker Standard pursuant to 29 CFR 1910.120(b) - (o), but will also go over the difference with the requirements of the Emergency Responder standard covered in 29 CFR 1910.120(q). It will include interactive exercises. It will also cover what to look for when conducting contractor oversight during cleanups.
Presentation	COMPLIANCE WITH HAZWOPER

MANAGEMENT OF LITHIUM BATTERIES AS A WASTE B2-3/23

Wednesday 10am to 11am

Room	VIRTUAL PLATFORM
Seating	1500 of 1500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0
Speakers	Daniel Stoehr
Moderator	Emily Hoe
Objective	This session will inform participants of the regulations for the on-site management and off-site transportation of lithium batteries as a waste.
Description	This course is a comprehensive and detailed description of the responsibilities of a hazardous waste generator for the on-site management and off-site transportation of lithium cells and batteries as a waste. The course will describe the requirements of California generators subject to the regulations of both USEPA and DTSC and the applicable regulations of the USDOT.
Presentation	Management of Lithium Batteries as a Waste