Conference Agenda & Scheduling

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Session
CALARP 101    M-A1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHWEST
Seating72 of 200 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJack Becker
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
INTRODUCTION TO CA TIERED PERMITTING PROGRAM    M-B1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHEAST
Seating110 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersMike Dudasko
ObjectiveReview the Tiered Permitting Program (TPP) and its applicability to specific situations to improve understanding by generators and regulators.
DescriptionAfter 30 years, the TPP often remains confusing for generators and CUPAs. As a key step in WW treatment and to reduce offsite haz waste disposal, its important that generators understand the TPP requirements and limitations. Its also important for regulators to understand when onsite processing may/may not be subject to jurisdiction. Case studies and compliance requirements for generators operating under different tiers will also be reviewed.
PresentationSupplemental Info for Tiered Permitting Presentation
Introduction to CA Tiered Permitting Program
UST DESIGNATED OPERATOR INSPECTION OVERVIEW 2.0    M-C1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM SOUTH
Seating142 of 350 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  ICC: 2.0
SpeakersAngela Samayoa, Brenda Puepke
ObjectiveAn overview of how 2715 and 2716 of 23CCR are met compliantly by a working CA UST Designated Operator; and how an experienced UPA inspector evaluates.
DescriptionAn overview of how 2715 and 2716 of 23CCR are met compliantly by a working CA UST Designated Operator; and how an experienced UPA inspector evaluates a UST system's compliance based upon records review. Order of review is crucial so that you are truly looking at what is in CERS compared to what is onsite and finally, how these two sources are documented in the UST Designated Operator Inspection Report.
PresentationUST Designated Operator Inspection Overview
THE MULTI-GENERATIONAL WORKPLACE    M-D1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 1/2
Seating47 of 100 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersMaryam Tasnif-abbasi, Gregory Shaffer, Anthony Rosas, Natasha DiPietro, Alexander (Ed) Morelan
ObjectiveEnticing and Retaining Millennial/Gen-Z Talent to Government Service - What does it take to make it all work?
DescriptionThe Great Resignation, the pandemic, and changing attitudes towards work-life balance are contributors to a newly defined workplace. Government organizations working in the environmental sector are not immune to the challenges presented by a multi-generational workplace, and the need to expand recruitment to a younger age-bracket. Meet our Boomer, Gen-X, Millennial and Gen-Z team in the open and candid conversation on working together effectively
PresentationThe Multi-Generational Workplace
BASIC INTERVIEWING SKILLS    M-E1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 3/4
Seating92 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  ICC: 2.0
SpeakersLisa Brown, Jose Parra Bernal
ObjectiveTo assist inspectors in developing interviewing skills needed to perform inspections, also tips on dealing with difficult people.
DescriptionThe session will cover how to prepare for asking people questions to gain information necessary to complete an inspection and how to conduct interviews. There will also be discussion of dealing with difficult people.
PresentationBasic Interviewing Skills
TOXICOLOGY 101: Using Toxicological Information in Emergency Resp    M-F1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GOLD KEY I/II
Seating8 of 108 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersKaren Riveles
ObjectiveIntroduction to basic toxicological principles; understand health guidance values and how chemicals are reviewed for toxicity; and how this information is used before, during, and after emergencies to protect public health and the environment and assist in cleanup decisions.
DescriptionThis 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 how toxicological information is used and applied in making cleanup decisions after a hazardous materials release into the environment. Students will work together to develop real-life solutions to a variety of cleanup scenarios.
PresentationTOXICOLOGY, HUMAN HEALTH RISK ASSESSMENT, AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE
KEEPING IT TRENDY - APSA VIOLATIONS    M-G1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GRAND BALLROOM G/H
Seating40 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersDevra Lewis
ObjectiveDiscuss APSA violation trends, including most commonly cited violations and miscited violations, and determining the appropriate violation.
DescriptionParticipants will take part in a session that will cover trends in APSA violations, most commonly cited APSA violations, and determining the appropriate APSA violation.
PresentationKeeping It Trendy - APSA Violations
LOS ANGELES CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT BOYD STREET FIRE    M-I1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room GRAND BALLROOM E
Seating97 of 175 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  
SpeakersSteven Hamilton, Jerry Kao
ObjectiveLearn abount the changes that have come about due to the Los Angeles Boyd Steet fire.
DescriptionMay 16, 2020 will be a day that the Los Angeles Fire Department will never forget. On this day a fire at 327 E. Boyd St in Downtown Los Angeles changed the lives of many members and eventually pushed legislation in the attempt to prevent similar situations from happening. This class will talk about the changes that have happened over the last 2.5 years. We will begin prior to the fire and bring you all the way through current time. You do not want to miss this class
FUNDAMENTAL BODY LANGUAGE    M-J1
Monday     8am to 12pm
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM CENTER
Seating189 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersJohn Wilson
ObjectiveThis session provides information on understanding the link between physiology and behaviors associated with stress, specifically pre-attack signs.
Description"Fundamental Body Language" is based upon the physiological "fight, flight, or freeze (F3) mechanism." As a standalone class, "Fundamental Body Language" provides insight into the physiology and psychology of both the learner and the learner's interactions with other people. This is a fast-paced four-hour class divided into two distinct halves. The first half explains the human physiological responses to stress, from simply lying or during the involvement of a critical life-threatening event. The second half of the class outlines specific F3 indicators. These indicators are divided into seven categories: body posture, hand movements, eyes, facial, body function, vocal, and proxemics. Each indicator is explained and its origin and association with F3 is explained. There are over 50 indicators explained in all. This class is very informative and very entertaining with an array of multimedia to engage every type of learner. The presenter interacts heavily with the audience.
HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT REPORT AND PLAN    M-J3
Monday     8am to 9:30am
Room GRAND BALLROOM A-D
Seating56 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  
SpeakersRyan Dominguez
ObjectiveThe purpose of this is to provide a summary of the first hazardous waste management report required by CA Health and Safety Code 25135.
DescriptionWe will discuss next steps and future research that will lead to the Hazardous Waste Management Plan due in March 2025. The Hazardous Waste Management Plan is intended to serve as a comprehensive planning document for the management of hazardous waste in the state.
PresentationHazardous Waste Management Report and Plan
HAZWOPER 8-HOUR REFRESHER (Pre-Registration Required)    M-K1
Monday     8am to 5pm
Room GRANDBALLROOM K
Seating0 of 51 seats available
CreditsREHS: 8.0  
SpeakersBrian Otter
ObjectiveHAZWOPER 8-HOUR REFRESHER Pre-Registration Required.
DescriptionThis OSHA compliant 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher training session meets the annual refresher requirements for the Federal OSHA HAZWOPER Standard. (Hour Lunch Break included)
PresentationHAZWOPER 8 Hour Refresher
CALIFORNIA CUPA FORUM BOARD MEETING (OPEN TO EVERYONE)    M-O1
Monday     8am to 10am
Room ELITE
Seating21 of 75 seats available
Credits  
SpeakersRoyce Long, Marjorie Terrell
ObjectiveCalifornia CUPA Forum Board Meeting (open to everyone)
DescriptionCalifornia CUPA Forum Board Meeting (open to everyone)
OPENING CEREMONY & LEADERSHIP AWARDS    Tu-D0
Tuesday     8am to 10am
Room PLATINUM BALLROOM
Seating447 of 1200 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersRoyce Long, Jason Boetzer
ObjectiveOpening Ceremony & Leadership Awards
DescriptionJoin us to recognize the Annual Environmental Leadership and Safety Awards, Annual reports from California CUPA Forum & the Secretary of CalEPA.
HOT TOPICS IN WASTE CLASSIFICATION AND RECYCLING    W-B1
Wednesday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHEAST
Seating19 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersTracy Young, Bavneet Benipal, Samantha Lawler
ObjectiveTo provide an overview of hot topics pertaining to Waste Classification and Hazardous Waste Recycling.
DescriptionTopics to be covered include the overview of the following: Recent enforcement-related issues of waste determination and hazardous waste recycling Specific waste streams Types of sampling.
PresentationHot Topics in Waste Classification and Recycling.
OVERVIEW OF THE UST LEAK PREVENTION PROGRAM    W-C1
Wednesday     8am to 10am
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM SOUTH
Seating105 of 350 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  ICC: 2.0
SpeakersThomas Henderson
ObjectiveThis session will provide participants with knowledge of past, present and future UST Program activities as they relate to all types of stakeholders.
DescriptionThis session will provide participants with an extensive overview of UST Program activities over the last year, and those activities that are planned for the future. Additional topics include the connection between inspection and compliance, as well as how design, construction, testing, and maintenance have a significant impact on reducing the number of releases to the environment. Single-walled USTs and Chapter 16 rewrite will be addressed.
CUPA 101    W-D1
Wednesday     8am to 10am
Room ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 1/2
Seating8 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJason Boetzer, Kristen Ward
ObjectiveThis session will provide participants with the history and evolution of the Unified Program.
DescriptionThis course is a comprehensive overview of the Unified Program, including a brief history of environmental regulations which led to the creation of the program. The course will further examine the coordination, consolidation, & implementation of the six program elements. And finally, this course will provide an overview to the collaborative efforts of the stakeholders demonstrating successes.
PresentationCUPA 101
ENFORCEMENT CASE REFERRALS    W-E1
Wednesday     8am to 10am
Room ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 3/4
Seating103 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersLisa Brown, Sarah Orndorff
ObjectiveTo improve case referrals for enforcement matters (administrative, civil or criminal)
DescriptionDescription of session: Discussion of what should be included in any type of enforcement case referral, case presentation and working with prosecutors.
PresentationEnforcement Case Referrals
UPDATE ON WATER BOARD CLEANUP PROGRAMS, VI, AND AB304    W-F1
Wednesday     8am to 10am
Room GOLD KEY I/II
Seating58 of 100 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersCheryl Prowell, Gregory Shaffer
ObjectiveLearn about changes within the Site Cleanup Program at the Water Boards and Local Agencies, and vapor intrusion guidance and policy progress
DescriptionThis course is an overview of what's new within the Site Cleanup Program at the Water Board including updates regarding statewide investigations for PFAS, updates to vapor intrusion guidance, and progress toward developing a vapor intrusion policy. We will also provide an update on the changes to the Local Agencies Cleanup Programs, observations, and lessons learned since the passage of AB304.
PresentationUpdate on Water Board Cleanup Programs and VI
STI WORKSHOP: GENERATOR BASE TANKS AND MORE    W-G1
Wednesday     8am to 10am
Room GRAND BALLROOM G/H
Seating91 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersTim O'Toole, Steve Pollock, Joseph Mentzer, Will Holman, Craig Fletcher
ObjectiveThis session intends to inform attendees of Aboveground Storage Tank system standards with a look into UL 142 Special Purpose tanks.
DescriptionSTI/SPFA staff and affiliates will point out differences in fabrication, appurtenances, and operation and maintenance that make generator base tanks unique compared to other tank systems. With an introduction to UL 142A, the course covers tank fabrication for mounting of generators, and installing genset system components. An experienced SP001 inspector will cover the challenges of auditing these systems with conflicting codes and operator needs.
PresentationW-G1 Generator Base Tanks and More
W-G1 STI Workshop: Generator Base Tanks and More
W-G1 142A Summary Pollock spkr 2
Fueling Arrangements for Diesel Powered Appliances
RETAIL HAZARDOUS WASTE COMPLIANCE    W-H1
Wednesday     8am to 9:30am
Room GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating1 of 180 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  
SpeakersJeremy Hojnicki, Tracey Anzar
ObjectiveThis session will provide participants with an overview of hazardous waste compliance from a retail perspective.
DescriptionThe course is an overview of the challenges of managing a retail hazardous waste program, including how to drive compliance and engagement at retail stores. The session will provide tips on how to retailer and CUPA stakeholders on how to have successful hazardous waste inspections at retail store facilities.
PresentationW-H1-Retail Hazardous Waste ULTA Beauty-Anzar Hojnicki
Since we will be using our calcupa.org "My Itinerary" process for the 2023 Conference for Attendees to Earn CEUs, please create your Itinerary by going to the online agenda and clicking on the "+Add" button on the right of the page 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.