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OPENING CEREMONY & LEADERSHIP AWARDS Tu-D0

Tuesday 8am to 10am

Room	PLATINUM BALLROOM
Seating	447 of 1200 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Royce Long, Jason Boetzer
Objective	Opening Ceremony & Leadership Awards
Description	Join us to recognize the Annual Environmental Leadership and Safety Awards, Annual reports from California CUPA Forum & the Secretary of CalEPA.

BASIC CAMEO/ALOHA/MARPLOT TU-A1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHWEST
Seating	165 of 200 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Tom Bergman
Objective	The CAMEO Awareness course covers the four CAMEO Suite programs: CAMEO Chemicals, CAMEOfm, ALOHA, and MARPLOT.
Description	The competencies covered in this course include: 1.Using CAMEO Chemicals to identify substances, evaluate the Datasheets, compile several substances into a list for analysis, and use the Reactivity Worksheet; 2.Plotting Control Zones and other pertinent data onto MARPLOT digital maps; 3.Evaluating the zones and map area surrounding the incident; and 4.Using ALOHA to Predict Downwind Concentrations of Dangerous Atmospheres.

VIOLATION CLASSIFICATION - FOCUS ON HAZARDOUS WASTE TU-B1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHEAST
Seating	121 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	April Ranney, Ryan Miya
Objective	This session will provide participants with opportunities to collaboratively discuss violation classification using example violations.
Description	This course is a collaborative regulator-only discussion on violation classification with a focus on hazardous waste generator violations. This course will provide Hazardous Waste Generator Program inspectors with an opportunity to evaluate and classify violations applying the criteria established in regulations as well as described in the 2020 CalEPA Violation Classification Guidance for Unified Program Agencies.
Presentation	Violation Classification - Focus on Hazardous Waste

TECHNICAL DETAILS: SINGLE-WALLED SYSTEMS TU-C1

Tuesday 10am to 11:45am

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM SOUTH
Seating	189 of 350 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0 ICC: 2.0
Speakers	Austin Lemire-Baeten
Objective	This session will provide participants with a technical understanding of monitoring and testing compliance related to single-walled systems.
Description	This course will cover technical requirements of single-walled underground storage tank systems. Topics discussed will assist local agencies in ensuring monitoring and testing compliance of single-walled systems, and assist UST stakeholders on compliance requirements after the December 31, 2025 closure deadline, to include new underground storage tanks designed and alternative construction options.
Presentation	TECHNICAL DETAILS: SINGLE-WALLED SYSTEMS

INTRODUCTION TO ICS TU-D1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 1/2
Seating	92 of 130 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	John Wilson
Objective	This session provides a fundamental understanding of the Incident Command System used during emergencies and major events.
Description	The Incident Command System (ICS) refers to the combination of facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communications operating within a common organizational structure or jointly with other organizations and is designed to aid in the management of resources during incident response. It can be used in small or large operations and allows for a uniform operational structure among many agencies. This session provides an understanding of what ICS is, how it works, and how it can be implemented in your organizational emergency action plan.

UST CLEANUP FUND UPDATE; LUST CLEANUP AND BROWNFIELDS INITIATIVES TU-F1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	GOLD KEY I/II
Seating	43 of 100 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Diane Barclay, Craig Sanchez, Kenneth Dixon, Matthew Cohen, Eric Byous
Objective	USTCF will provide an update on the USTCF and its subaccount programs; SWB and USEPA will provide updates about LUST cleanup initiatives and funding.
Description	This session will be a summary of UST Cleanup Fund statistics, the status of reimbursements, appeals, and other important updates. The session will also cover updates to EAR, Orphan, and RUST grants, the Expedited Claim Account Program; USEPAs Brownfields program received a substantial funding increase from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and can support LUST site redevelopment via assessment, remediation or reuse planning
Presentation	SITE CLEANUP SUBACCOUNT PROGRAM

WHAT TO EXPECT AT AN APSA INSPECTION TU-G1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM G/H
Seating	41 of 160 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Erik Cheng, Justin Tao
Objective	This session will provide an overview of a typical APSA inspection conducted by regulators.
Description	This course will detail the pre-inspection process of general information reviewed for facility history. The course will cover a typical facility walk-through. The presentation will also examine common violations reported to CERS for the APSA program and examples of corrective action follow-ups.
Presentation	What To Expect At An APSA Inspection

TOP 10 CUPA VIOLATIONS CITED BY PROGRAM AREA TU-H1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating	1 of 253 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Sheilah Lillie, Tyler Nakaue
Objective	Participants will learn about the 2022 top violations for each CUPA program area and tips on how to prevent them at their facility.
Description	The most commonly citied 2022 CUPA program violation data will be shared for each program area. Both of the course instructors are former CUPA inspectors, now working in industry. The instructors will describe what the regulatory requirement is for each violation and share tips on how to prevent these issues for your facility.
Presentation	Top 10 CUPA Violations Cited By Program Area

DRONES IN HAZMAT RESPONSE TU-I1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM E
Seating	88 of 175 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.5
Speakers	Steven Hamilton, DIANA NGUYEN, Alvin Dong
Objective	This session will inform participants on how to become a drone pilot and how drones can be used in hazmat response.
Description	This course will cover how the LAFD built their drone program and go into detail on requirements for becoming a drone pilot, pertinent FAA regulations and licensing requirements, types of drones, use scenarios, and data management software. In addition, the course discuss how hazmat meters and thermography can be integrated for use during hazmat incidents.
Presentation	Drones in Hazmat Response

INTRODUCTION TO NUCLEAR RADIATION TU-J1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM CENTER
Seating	200 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Carl Palladino
Objective	This session will provide participants with basic knowledge for safety responding to a radiological emergency.
Description	This course will provide a brief overview of nuclear radiation basics, exposure health effects, protection methods, decontamination procedures, radiation instrumentation, and site investigation and emergency response protocols.
Presentation	Introduction to Nuclear Radiation

WEB DEPLOYED IMMERSIVE COMPUTER BASED HAZWOPER TRAINING TU-K1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	GOLD KEY III
Seating	38 of 50 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Nick Vent, John Rolando, Carl Bautista, Matt Hayden
Objective	Provide participants with an introduction to web deployed computer based training that can satisfy HAZWOPER and other training requirements
Description	During this presentation the students will be introduced to Virtual Reality environments after being provided with an initial classroom training. Students will be provided with access to several modules to learn by doing through interactive exercises in high fidelity simulations. The modules provided are part of a FRO training series that was created to enable the players to accomplish refresher training or new training at their own pace.
Presentation	WEB DEPLOYED IMMERSIVE COMPUTER BASED HAZWOPER TRAINING

CERS NEXTGEN OVERVIEW TU-L1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	LA/LA JOLLA
Seating	9 of 113 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jim Bohon, Schumin Wong, Nick Kuka
Objective	CalEPA's project to upgrade the CERS application, CERS NextGen
Description	Please join members of the CalEPA Unified Program and the CERS project team to discuss CalEPA's project to upgrade the CERS application, CERS NextGen. The CalEPA team will update you on the project's progress, provide an overview of the planned implementation timeline, and discuss the key changes associated with replacing CERS. A question and answer period will follow the presentation.
Presentation	CERS NextGen Overview

HMBP 101 TU-M1

Tuesday 10am to 12pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM A-D
Seating	50 of 160 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Minh Le, Alonso Mejia, Jason Parker
Objective	This session will provide students with basic and introductory fundamentals of the hazardous materials business plan program.
Description	This course will cover the introductory concepts of the hazardous materials business plan program. Goal of the course will cover Business Plan General Requirements, Hazardous Materials Inventory Reporting Requirements, Alternative Hazardous Materials Inventory Requirements, Hazardous Materials Inventory Submittal, Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act Compliance Requirements, Emergency Response Plans and Procedures, and Training.
Presentation	Hazardous Materials Business Plan - HMBP 101

LUNCH,TUESDAY ON 3/21 TU-Z1

Tuesday 11:45am to 12:45pm

Room	PLATINUM BALLROOM
Seating	2007 of 2000 seats available
Credits
Objective	Catch up with old friends, chat with co-workers, and provide helpful guidance to new people.
Description	Lunch is a great opportunity to maintain and expand your professional network. Sharing a meal is a way to connect with new people and keep up with old friends, and is essential in today's professional world to grow your career. Take a few moments to say "hi" and network during lunch. 1. Lazy Susan in Ballroom - The Food Court Buffet, The Food Court - A Taste of Italy Buffet Artisan Parmesan and Rustic Sage Rosemary Rolls(V) Antipasti Platter – Roasted Red Bell Peppers, Green Olives, Kalamata Olives, grilled Asparagus, Salami, Prosciutto, Capicola and Provolone Cheese Kale Caesar Salad (V) Vine Ripe Tomatoes Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, EVOO (V, GF) Sea Salt Grilled Vegetable (V, GF) Tuscan Roasted Chicken (GF) Rigatoni, Tenderloin Bolognese Sundried Tomato Tortellini Pesto (V) Chocolate Cannoli, Tiramisu Cake (V) 2. Box Lunch - Black Forest Ham 3. Box Lunch - Grilled BBQ Chicken Breast 4. Box Lunch - Garden Grilled Vegetable 5. Box Lunch - Gluten free chef choice

CONDUCTING EFFECTIVE AMMONIA REFRIGERATION AUDITS & INSPECTIONS TU-A2

Tuesday 1pm to 3pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHWEST
Seating	111 of 200 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Eileen Woodbury, Alvin Lal
Objective	An overview of ammonia refrigeration operational knowledge needed to conduct effective regulatory audits and inspections.
Description	Review P&ID drawings against site photographs to walk the system to review refrigeration cycle with equipment, symbols, and safety systems. At key points elements of the CalARP RMP will be highlighted to demonstrate examples of compliance within the P&ID.
Presentation	Handout 1
	Handout 2
	Handout 3
	Handout 4
	Handout 5
	Effective Ammonia Refrigeration Audits and Inspections

HAZARDOUS WASTE RECYCLING LAW (ADVANCED) TU-B2

Tuesday 1pm to 5pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHEAST
Seating	108 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Tracy Young, Bavneet Benipal, Samantha Lawler
Objective	To provide an overview and scenarios of Hazardous Waste Recycling.
Description	Topics to be covered include the overview of the following: Health and Safety Code Sections 25143.2, 25143.9, and 25143.10. Scenarios of statutory exclusions and exemptions. Emerging issues involving the recyclable material reporting requirements.
Presentation	Hazardous Waste Recycling Law (Advanced)

WHEN A CITY BURNS DOWN - THE TRAGEDY OF PARADISE TU-C2

Tuesday 1pm to 2:45pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM SOUTH
Seating	114 of 350 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0 ICC: 2.0
Speakers	Thomas Parker, Thomas Henderson
Objective	To provide a UST CUPA perspective when s natural disaster strikes.
Description	In November 2018, the Camp Fire struck the town of Paradise causing 85 civilian fatalities. Tom Parker of Butte County Public Health will discuss the chaos of the initial days and the strain on the CUPA in the aftermath. Tom will discuss the issues associate with manpower limitations, environmental restoration, and those trials specific to the UST Program that would likely occur during any natural disaster.
Presentation	When a City Burns Down - The Tragedy of Paradise

THE CUPA PERFORMANCE EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT PROCESS TU-D2

Tuesday 1pm to 5pm

Room	ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 1/2
Seating	88 of 150 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Matthew McCarron, Julie Unson, Esme Hassell-Thean, Garett Chan, Jenna Hartman, Glenn Warner, Mary Wren-Wilson, Denise Villanueva, Tim Brandt, Kaeleigh Pontif
Objective	To provide CUPAs with a more in-depth overview of how a CUPA Performance Evaluation is conducted by each state agency.
Description	CalEPA, DTSC, OSFM and the State Water Board will present the tools and technologies used to conduct the CUPA Performance evaluation and assessment. Each state agency will present how an evaluation assessment is carried out using CERS reports or local data management information, as well as information provided as requested in the Evaluation Notification.
Presentation	The CUPA Performance Evaluation Process and Assessment

STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF ENVIRONMENTAL DATA TU-F2

Tuesday 1pm to 2:45pm

Room	GOLD KEY I/II
Seating	60 of 100 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Carl Palladino
Objective	This session will provide participants with an introduction to conducting statistical analysis of environmental data.
Description	This class provides a brief introduction to statistical analysis of environmental data with an emphasis on using EPAs software application ProUCL. Basic statistics, hypothesis testing, decision errors, data interpretation and decision making are discussed. ProUCL is explored to understand how to perform simple data analysis. Little to no previous experience with statistics is required.
Presentation	Statistical Analysis of Environmental Data

OIL WATER SEPARATORS IN THE SPCC WORLD TU-G2

Tuesday 1pm to 3pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM G/H
Seating	35 of 160 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Janice Witul, Pete Reich
Objective	To provide an overview of the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements on oil water separators
Description	This session will discuss the various uses of oil water separators and provide a detailed discussion of the SPCC requirements based on each use.
Presentation	OIL WATER SEPARATORS IN THE SPCC WORLD