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Session
CALIFORNIA HAZARDOUS WASTE CLASSIFICATION CRITERIA    M-B3
Monday     3pm to 4:30pm
Room SEQUOIA-A
Seating36 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  
SpeakersGeoff Knight
ObjectiveReview California hazardous waste classification and how it varies from the federal RCRA program.
DescriptionCAs hazardous waste classification scheme is fundamentally different than the federal RCRA regulations. This presentation will cover the basics in CA, including key similarities and differences from the federal program. Streamlined approaches for laboratory analysis will be presented, and we will discuss reading laboratory reports. Classification of universal wastes, recyclable materials and wastes, and listed wastes will also be discussed.
PresentationCalifornia Hazardous Waste Classification Criteria
COMPLETING THE SPCC TEMPLATE FOR QUALIFIED FACILITIES    M-G3
Monday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room REGENCY-A
Seating78 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersRoss Kellogg
ObjectiveTo provide an overview of how to complete the SPCC Plan Template available to Qualified Facilities.
DescriptionSession will define Qualified Facilities, the differences between Tier I and Tier II, and will delve into common questions regarding completing the SPCC plan templates that Qualified Facilities are allowed to use, including: accurately completing tables in the Template; how to include oil-filled operational equipment and portable containers in the SPCC Plan; and how to address tanks and containers in various sections of the Tier I & II templates.
PresentationCOMPLETING THE SPCC TEMPLATE FOR QUALIFIED FACILITIES
INDUSTRY'S EXPERIENCE WITH CUPA PROGRAMS AND INSPECTIONS    M-H4
Monday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room POOLSIDE-PAVILLION
Seating20 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersMichelle Le, Larry Jeffris, Lori Luces-Nakagawa
ObjectiveParticipants will be given the opportunity to vocalize and solve gaps related to the various CUPA programs.
DescriptionThis session will introduce the Industry Technical Advisory Group (ITAG) and the opportunity to capture the highest industry pain points as it relates to the CUPA programs. Participants will share issues and help craft solutions to improve communication, understanding, and consistency within the CUPA programs.
PresentationIndustry's Experience with CUPA Programs and Inspections
CERS APSA SUBMITTAL: A STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS    M-L3
Monday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room SANDPEBBLE-ABC
Seating57 of 100 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersDenise Villanueva, Glenn Warner, Mary Wren-Wilson, Jennifer Lorenzo
ObjectiveTo provide an overview on submitting APSA information correctly in CERS
DescriptionThis session will provide an overview of the APSA submittal element such as the APSA documentation and APSA Facility Information section in CERS. The APSA question in the Business Activities will also be reviewed. This class will discuss common mistakes and misconceptions. Lastly, a step-by-step process of completing an APSA submittal will be shown.
PresentationCERS APSA SUBMITTAL
HMBP REPORTING REQUIREMENTS IN CERS    M-M3
Monday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room REGENCY-C
Seating3 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersTeresa Quiaoit, Melisa Custer
ObjectiveUnderstanding HMBP reporting requirements in CERS
DescriptionThis course is an in-depth look at CERS and meeting HMBP requirements. This course will cover a a brief history, review of each of the elements found in CERS: Facility Information, Hazardous Material Inventory, Site Map, and the Emergency Response Plan. And finally, this course will provide an overview of how CERS is reviewed and the most common reasons a CERS submittal may be not accepted.
PresentationHMBP REPORTING REQUIREMENTS IN CERS
CALIFORNIA CUPA FORUM BOARD MEETING (OPEN TO EVERYONE)    M-O4
Monday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room REGENCY-B
Seating31 of 75 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersAlvin Lal
ObjectiveCalifornia CUPA Forum Board Meeting (open to everyone)
DescriptionCalifornia CUPA Forum Board Meeting (open to everyone)
2015 TORRANCE REFINERY EXPLOSION: INDUSTRY IMPACTS THEN AND NOW    TU-A4
Tuesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room SANDPEBBLE-DE
Seating19 of 110 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersMelike Yersiz
ObjectiveUnderstand how the Chemical Safety Board drives chemical safety excellence through investigation of incidents such as the Torrance refinery explosion.
DescriptionIn 2015, an explosion occurred in an FCC unit at a Torrance, CA refinery. The CSBs investigation resulted in a recommendation to ensure the lessons from this incident are learned broadly throughout the refining industry. Then, in 2018, another FCC unit explosion occurred in Wisconsin, which the CSB also investigated. The CSB will discuss both incidents and how they have been shaping the industry through ongoing knowledge-sharing improvements.
Presentation2015 Torrance Refinery Explosion: Industry Impacts Then and Now
APPLYING UST RED TAG AUTHORITY    TU-C5
Tuesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room SEQUOIA-B
Seating177 of 350 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  ICC: 2.0
SpeakersAngela Samayoa, Maria Baker
ObjectiveUST Red Tag Authority is formal enforcement. We will discuss step by step what is required and when it is appropriate and necessary.
DescriptionHow to apply Red Tag Authority per Title 23 and CHSC from the perspectives of a large PA and a small CUPA. We will share our processes which are slightly different but are both in compliance if followed. The key to each is documentation and communication.
PresentationAPPLYING RED TAG AUTHORITY
CORRELATING STI WITH APSA INSPECTIONS    TU-G4
Tuesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room REGENCY-A
Seating86 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersSteve Pollock, Craig Fletcher, Joseph Mentzer, Jerry Schollmeyer, Tim O'Toole
ObjectiveProvide tank appurtenance overview and STI SP001 inspection checklist updates and how the checklists are an integral part of an APSA inspection.
DescriptionThe session will provide recent STI SP001 inspection checklist updates and include APSA perspective along with industry experts to understand the role of STI/SPFA, how the standard was developed, and tank appurtenance overview.
PresentationUpdates to SP001 Inspection Checklists-7th Edition
Correlating STI with ASPA Checklists
Shop Fabricated AST Components
TU-G4 Correlating STI with APSA Inspections OToole 2
SPCC PLAN WRITING TIPS & TRICKS    TU-H4
Tuesday     3pm to 4:30pm
Room SANDPEBBLE-ABC
Seating90 of 168 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  
SpeakersSteven Lichten
ObjectiveThe session will provide insights for a compliant and easier to implement and maintain SPCC Plan, and help minimize violations.
DescriptionUnlike tax forms, what you write in an SPCC Plan must be accurate and comprehensive. But LIKE tax forms, what you write into an SPCC Plan has consequences. We'll discuss some SPCC Plan writing tips and strategies to 1) help you reduce reliance on consultants, 2) make it easier to achieve and maintain compliance, 3) provide operational flexibility, and 4) reduce the need for frequent SPCC Plan updates.
PresentationSPCC Plan Writing Tips & Tricks - 2-per page handout
SPCC Plan Writing Tips & Tricks - Full page slide handout
PRINCIPLES OF EHTER    TU-I3
Tuesday     3pm to 5pm
Room REGENCY-B
Seating126 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersHoa Tan, Sauda Yerabati, Natalia Deardorff
ObjectiveExplore disaster Hazmat handling, emergency protocols, health impact assessment, response coordination through EH training in emergency response.
DescriptionThis course is based on a hybrid model combining EH Training in Emergency Response (EHTER) awareness & operational levels. It provides a basic overview on disaster Hazmat handling, EH impacts, & California-specific Emergency Response protocols, to empower professionals in safeguarding communities & the environment.
PresentationPrinciples of EHTER
EXPLORING CALCUPA.ORG'S NEW LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS)    TU-L4
Tuesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room CYPRESS-C
Seating19 of 100 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersTim Snellings, Branden Hendrix
ObjectiveExplore the benefits of CalCUPA's new Learning Management System (LMS) for your professional development to receive CUPA Program education and earn CEUs.
DescriptionThe LMS will improve accessibility to training materials, such as in the HMBP, CalARP, and Hazardous Waste programs, allowing CUPA personnel to access the learning materials, quizzes, and assessments at their own pace and convenience. Come explore the different methods to access over 40 Haz Mat Training Courses and earn CEUs/ICC credits in support of your professional certifications. Don't get left behind as this is the future of your training.
PresentationEXPLORING CALCUPA.ORG'S NEW LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS)
HMBP - TOP 10 VIOLATIONS    TU-M4
Tuesday     3pm to 4:30pm
Room REGENCY-C
Seating2 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  
SpeakersMaxwell Wagner, Antoinette Stetzenmeyer
ObjectiveThis session will go over commonly issued violations issued in the State. Provide some common solutions for these violations.
DescriptionThis session will go over commonly issued violations issued in the State. Provide some common solutions for these violations.
PresentationHMBP - TOP 10 VIOLATIONS
AN EXPLORATION INTO EMERGING CONSUMER PRODUCT REGULATIONS    TU-N4
Tuesday     3pm to 4pm
Room BOARD-ROOM-II
Seating0 of 30 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.0  
SpeakersMarietje Hauprich-Baggerman
ObjectiveEmbark on an insightful exploration of emerging consumer product regulations with a regulations subject matter expert from UL Solutions
DescriptionDuring this demo, Marietje Hauprich will provide a comprehensive overview of recent developments in consumer product regulations including Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS), Proposition 65, Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) and Safer Products regulations.
PresentationAn exploration into emerging consumer product regulations
MOC-O-NAUTS: EXPLORING THE UNIVERSE OF CHANGE    W-A4
Wednesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room SANDPEBBLE-DE
Seating73 of 110 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersMiguel Rizo
ObjectiveLearn MOC principles, regulatory compliance, distinguish temporary vs. permanent MOCs, apply procedures, and analyze cases.
DescriptionEmbark on a cosmic journey as MOC-o-Nauts and explore the vast universe of change! Navigate MOC principles, chart your course through regulatory compliance, and master the optimal techniques. Navigate between temporary and permanent MOCs, execute procedures, and dissect real-life cosmic cases.
UST STATEWIDE TAG MEETING    W-C5
Wednesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room SEQUOIA-B
Seating0 of 350 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  ICC: 2.0
SpeakersThomas Henderson
ObjectiveOpen discussion and training for technical UST topics.
DescriptionTBD
COACHING FOR PERFORMANCE    W-D4
Wednesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room CYPRESS-AB
Seating107 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJim Delia
ObjectiveThis session is designed to expose participants to the basic knowledge and skills needed to coach direct reports.
DescriptionTopics will include: Adopting a coaching mindset; Active listening; Focusing on strengths; Effective ways to guide employees as a coach; Good coaching questions; and Indicators of coaching opportunities.
FEDERAL REGISTER & HISTORY OF SPCC REGULATIONS    W-G4
Wednesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room REGENCY-A
Seating86 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJanice Witul, Mark Howard
ObjectiveProvide a historical overview of Oil Pollution Prevention regulations of 40 CFR 112 (the SPCC rule) and background found in the Federal Register.
DescriptionThis session will cover the evolution of the SPCC regulations, including how it came to be the way it is today. The session will also include the Federal Register, where additional information on proposed and final rules are published. The Federal Register preambles include general information, background, and comments with responses regarding regulatory changes which can provide clarification for regulators and the regulated community.
PresentationSPCC History
PFAS TALK    W-H4
Wednesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room POOLSIDE-PAVILLION
Seating167 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersPhilip Myers
ObjectiveProvide an overview of PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances) including users, chemistry, and significance.
DescriptionThis overview of PFAS pollutants will cover how they are ubiquitous but largely unregulated, why they were unrecognized as having significant impacts on environmental health & safety, where found, the very low concentrations that pose hazards, & the first major effort by EPA to address the issue through the Safe Drinking Water Act. The rulemaking timeline & status of PFAS NPDWR is discussed & how municipal potable water suppliers are affected.
PresentationPFAS Fundamentals
WHATS THAT FOUL ODOR COMING FROM THE LANDFILL: A DMS INVESTIGATIO    W-I4
Wednesday     3pm to 4:45pm
Room REGENCY-B
Seating97 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersDeirdre Williams, Winston Perez
ObjectiveThis session will demonstrate applying industrial principles while addressing a community complaint alleging toxic exposure.
DescriptionMunicipal solid waste landfills are responsible for producing several volatile organic sulfur compounds (VOSC) impacting our communities, the environment, and human health. Interest in the VOSCs emitted from landfills is a rising concern because of their unpleasant smell, low odor threshold and associated health concerns. Methyl mercaptan (MM) and Dimethyl sulfide (DMS) are two such typical odorous landfill gases which have received little attent
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