Conference Agenda & Scheduling

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CALIFORNIA CUPA FORUM BOARD MEETING (OPEN TO ALL)    M-1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room ELITE
Seating24 of 75 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersDennis Karidis
ObjectiveCALIFORNIA CUPA FORUM BOARD MEETING (OPEN TO ALL)
DescriptionCALIFORNIA CUPA FORUM BOARD MEETING (OPEN TO ALL)
CALARP 101    M-A1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS NORTHEAST
Seating53 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersAlexa Kostrikin, Linnea Chandler
ObjectiveUnderstand the general requirements of the CalARP program, including the definition of covered process and regulated substances.
DescriptionThe course is a comprehensive overview of the CalARP Program and includes the following: 1. Purpose and Scope 2. Definitions 3. Applicability 4. General Requirements 5. CalARP Program Management System 6. Emergency Information Access 7. Registration 8. RMP Components and Submission 9. Hazard Assessment 10. Prevention Programs 11. Emergency Response Program 12. Regulated Substances
PresentationCalARP 101
HAZARDOUS WASTE 101    M-B1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS NORTHEAST
Seating125 of 268 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersBrennan Ko-Madden, Marcus Powell-Ford
ObjectiveProvide an overview of the hazardous waste standards at state and federal levels for inspectors, though it will be open for industry to attend.
DescriptionThis course will serve to provide an overview of the hazardous waste management at an introductory level. Among topics covered, the course will cover the differences between RCRA and non-RCRA, Generator Status, Hazardous Waste container standards, etc. Information provided will include the changes brought by the Generator Improvements Rule. It will cover additional subjects such as treatment, recycling, and universal wastes at a surface level.
PresentationHazardous Waste 101
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PROGRAMS EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO DISCUSS    M-B3
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GOLD KEY III
Seating123 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersLarry Sweetser
ObjectivePresent how HHW programs operate and discuss compliance issues and weird wastes. HW programs are subject to many statutes, regulations, and exemptions
DescriptionHousehold hazardous waste (HHW) programs provide options for safe disposal of HHW, VSQG, solid waste load checking, and abandoned wastes, are heavily regulated with exemptions. HHW programs are sponsored by local jurisdictions with oversite from CUPAs and DTSC and are subject to conflicting mandates. Product stewardship programs depend on HHW facilities. Weird wastes acceptance requests like solar panels, cylinders, and vape pens are common.
NEW UST REGULATIONS JAN 1, 2026: WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU    M-C1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM SOUTH
Seating25 of 380 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  ICC: 2.0
SpeakersAustin Lemire-Baeten, Greg Breshears
ObjectiveAttendees will learn the roles and responsibilities of UST personnel under the new UST Regulations that become effective January 1, 2026.
DescriptionThis course will provide a practical review of how the changes made to the Underground Storage Tank (UST) Regulations will impact different UST personnel when the regulations become effective January 1, 2026. Topics covered will include changes in responsibilities and processes for UST inspectors, Regional Water Quality Control Boards, designated UST operators, service technicians, UST installers, owners and operators.
PresentationUST Regulations Stakeholder Impacts
DELIVERING EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE    M-D1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 1/2
Seating138 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJim Delia
ObjectiveThis workshop equips participants with knowledge/insights to maintain high service standards to adapt to changes, and increasing demands.
DescriptionThis workshop will enable participants to better understand the unique aspects of public sector service, recognize customer expectations, and learn to apply best practices more effectively. Content covers: skills in handling difficult situations, how to say no constructively, and efficiently managing complaints. Additionally, participants will learn how to apply strategies for managing personal stress, and create a personal improvement plan.
HAZMAT CLEANUP FOR DUMMIES    M-F1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GOLD KEY I/II
Seating51 of 108 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJUSTIN LEE
ObjectiveIdentify, approach and clean hazardous waste spills
DescriptionStudents will learn to identify hazardous waste (using labels, generator knowledge, and laboratory analysis). They will learn how to safely approach hazardous waste (using Niosh & Wiser phone applications). How to clean hazardous waste spills, (when they can do cleanup in-house versus contracting a cleanup company). Class will also touch upon proper documentation and homeless encampment hazards.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT AN APSA INSPECTION: 101    M-G1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GRAND BALLROOM G/H
Seating60 of 120 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersAmanda Liu, Erik Cheng, Justin Tao
ObjectiveThis session will provide an overview of a typical APSA inspection conducted by regulators.
DescriptionThis course will provide the history of APSA and go into the pre and post inspection process when conducting an APSA inspection. This course will cover aspects of a typical APSA facility walk-through.
PresentationWHAT TO EXPECT AN AT APSA INSPECTION: 101
WHAT IN THE WORLD IS RCRAINFO: HOW TO REGISTER AND NAVIGATE    M-H1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating189 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersKyle McManus, Tarig HassabElkarim, Maxa Silva, Shelley Ford, Marissa Lopez
ObjectiveThis session will show hazardous waste handlers how to register, navigate, and use the RCRAINFO portal. Registering will be mandatory in Jan.2025.
DescriptionThis course is a comprehensive overview of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) RCRAINFO portal. The course will educate industry users on how to register, navigate and use the RCRAINFO portal. Starting January 22, 2025, the EPA is requiring large and small quantity generators (LQGs and SQGs) to register for the e-Manifest module in the RCRAInfo Industry Application to access completed copies of manifests.
PresentationWhat in the World is RCRAinfo: How to Register and Navigate
LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES: FIRES, CHEMICALS, HEALTH, AND CLEANUP    M-I1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GRAND BALLROOM E
Seating128 of 280 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersKaren Riveles
ObjectiveThis session provides information on Lithium-Ion Battery fires, chemical pollutants, their health effects & injuries, and cleanup challenges.
DescriptionThis course will provide an overview on Lithium-Ion battery (LIB) fires. It will review laboratory and field study results on chemical emissions, health effects and cases of injuries and hospitalizations. This course will also discuss the public health impacts of large-scale storage, transportation and disposal of LIBs as hazardous waste and cleanup after disasters.
PresentationLithium-Ion Batteries: Fires, Chemicals, Health, and Cleanup
SATELLITE WASTE MANAGEMENT    M-J1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS CENTER
Seating316 of 400 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersRegan Bottomley
ObjectiveThis class will take a deep dive into the satellite accumulation requirements including historical interpretations and guidance from the EPA and DTSC.
DescriptionThe satellite regulations are meant to provide flexibility to generators managing hazardous waste, and yet the rules are quite complex and often subjective. Or are they? In this class we will delve into the details of what a satellite location is, how to manage waste in the area, and historical interpretations for some of the more confusing rules. This class will also highlight the recent Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rules adopted by the DTSC in 2024 which made some significant changes to these rules.
CERS NEXTGEN    M-L1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GRAND BALLROOM A-D
Seating50 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersErika Michelotti, Schumin Wong, Nick Kuka
ObjectiveCourse attendees will hear the latest news concerning the development of the CERS NextGen reporting system.
DescriptionThe California Environmental Reporting System (CERS) is being updated to a new system called CERS NextGen. This session will provide an overview of work completed to date and impacts from the new system on UPAs and regulated entities. This session is open to all interested parties.
PresentationCERS NEXTGEN
HEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING    TU-2
Tuesday     8am to 10am
Room LA JOLLA/LA
Seating28 of 40 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJennea Monasterio
ObjectiveHEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING
DescriptionHEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING
CALARP 201    TU-A1
Tuesday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS NORTHWEST
Seating53 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersUriah Donaldson, CHAD SAN JUAN
ObjectiveIntermediate / Advanced review and explanation of the CalARP requirements with detailed examples of common regulated industries.
DescriptionThe CalARP 201 class is intended for those with a basic understanding of the CalARP regulation. It will provide a brief review of applicability and program level determination and differences, with an emphasis on detailed examples of compliance related to the various program elements (PHAs, MI, SOPs etc.) for prominent industries.
PresentationCalARP 201 (2025 Conference)
UST 201/301    TU-C1
Tuesday     8am to 11:54am
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM SOUTH
Seating138 of 380 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  ICC: 4.0
SpeakersAndrew Evans, Nicole Bandak
ObjectiveA deep dive into intermediate and advanced level topics related to the UST routine inspection
DescriptionIntermediate/advanced level routine inspection topics with real world examples: CERS review and inspection prep, reviewing the Veeder Root tape from an inspector's perspective, inspection of sumps/UDCs, issues with testing sensors, tampering of VPH systems, issues with spill bucket testing, issues with overfill testing, issues with SB989 testing, and DO reports. Selecting the right violation will be addressed along the way.
PresentationUST 201/301
MANAGER'S WORKSHOP    TU-D1
Tuesday     8am to 11:54am
Room ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 1/2
Seating112 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersJohn Paine, Frederick Chun, Royce Long, Steven Gailey, Alvin Lal
ObjectiveSession to provide updates and discussion on various topics of interest for UPA managers.
DescriptionSession to provide updates and discussion on various topics of interest for UPA managers.
WHAT'S NEW ABOUT VAPOR INTRUSION FROM THE CALEPA WORKGROUP    TU-F1
Tuesday     8am to 9:30am
Room GOLD KEY I/II
Seating73 of 108 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  
SpeakersCheryl Prowell, Ben Stanphill, Gerard (Jerry) Aarons
ObjectiveTo understand and comprehend the current changes in vapor intrusion science and regulatory approaches.
DescriptionThe CalEPA Vapor Intrusion Workgroup will provide an update on implementation of the Supplemental Vapor Intrusion Guidance. We will focus on lessons learned screening projects, using multiple lines of evidence to create site specific approaches, and current perspectives on cleanup strategies, mitigation, and long term monitoring. The team will also provide an update on the new J&E model and efforts to gather VI data in GeoTracker and EnviroStor.
PresentationWhat's New About Vapor Intrusion from the CalEPA VI Workgroup
APSA INSPECTIONS OF COMPLEX EMERGENCY GENERATOR SYSTEMS    TU-G1
Tuesday     8am to 10am
Room GRAND BALLROOM G/H
Seating53 of 120 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersCraig Fletcher
ObjectiveThis class provides information about inspecting complex emergency generator systems, such as data centers, hospitals, and others.
DescriptionComplex diesel emergency generator systems provide essential backup power for continuing critical operations in many industries where the required electrical load demands are high, such as at hospitals, data centers, and many others. This presentation includes a review of common features found at emergency generator systems at complex facilities and how these should be inspected. Key design and operational considerations are also covered.
PresentationAPSA Inspections of Complex Emergency Generator Systems
SPILL & RELEASE REPORTING-WHO YOU GONNA CALL? YOU NEED TO CALL?    TU-H1
Tuesday     8am to 9:30am
Room GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating66 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  
SpeakersSteven Lichten
ObjectiveTo better understand the myriad interweaving federal & Calif. hazmat spill & release reporting requirements (& interpretations/guidance).
DescriptionA lot of hazmat incidents are reportable, but many are not. How do you decide? Not always obvious. Always a favorite at the Conference, this session is for industry and regulators alike & will cover the multitude of Calif. & federal spill & release reporting requirements including their interactions, any exceptions, and relevant guidance. We'll cover/discuss the reporting decision determination & recommended supporting documentation. Fun for all!
PresentationSpill & Release Reporting - Who You Gonna Call?
Spill & Release Reporting - Who You Gonna Call?
LITHIUM ION BATTERY INCIDENTS- CASE STUDIES AND LESSONS LEARNED    TU-I1
Tuesday     8am to 11:54am
Room GRAND BALLROOM E
Seating183 of 292 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersLeon Wirschem, Justin Bechara, Summer Hansen-Rooks, Christopher Myers, Gregory Jenkins, Noelle Wondergem, Robert Rezende, Brian Abeel
ObjectiveCUPA Emergency Responders, DTSC Emergency Response and EPA Support will talk about recent fires/incidents involving lithium-ion battery fires, first responder considerations, chemical monitoring, waste management, transportation considerations and lessons learned.
DescriptionOver the past couple years, and since last years CUPA Conference there have been several major incidents involving lithium-ion battery fires. Several BESS have had fires and hazmat responses, and the cleanup operations continue. The LA Wildfires brought to light the challenges of lithium-ion batteries in vehicles, home power walls and mobility devices post wildfire. Other fires involving vehicles and large mobility device storage operations have also been a challenge for first responders and hazmat responders. Recent incidents will be discussed including field tactics, monitoring considerations and waste management. If time permits, we can discuss the results of the SD/EPA/Arson study including how field-based instrumentation performed compared to EPA lab testing for batteries burning in an enclosed room and what was learned for mitigation tactics.
PresentationTu-I1Lithium Ion Battery Case Studies Challenges and Lessons Learned
SD LIB Study 2024 - EPA Report
Since we will be using our calcupa.org "My Itinerary" process for the 2025 Conference for Attendees to Earn CEUs, please create your Itinerary by going to the online agenda and clicking on the "+Add Session" button below the Session Details to Add Sessions you plan to attend to your "My Itinerary".  To View/Edit your Itinerary for Session Attendance, visit your My Itinerary.  We will provide further information on how to 'check in/out' of a Session to verify your attendance. If you have any questions, please email registration@calcupa.org.