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COACHING FOR PERFORMANCE W-D4

Wednesday 3pm to 4:45pm

Room	CYPRESS-AB
Seating	107 of 160 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jim Delia
Objective	This session is designed to expose participants to the basic knowledge and skills needed to coach direct reports.
Description	Topics 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
Seating	86 of 155 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Janice Witul, Mark Howard
Objective	Provide a historical overview of Oil Pollution Prevention regulations of 40 CFR 112 (the SPCC rule) and background found in the Federal Register.
Description	This 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.
Presentation	SPCC History

PFAS TALK W-H4

Wednesday 3pm to 4:45pm

Room	POOLSIDE-PAVILLION
Seating	167 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Philip Myers
Objective	Provide an overview of PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances) including users, chemistry, and significance.
Description	This 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.
Presentation	PFAS Fundamentals

WHATS THAT FOUL ODOR COMING FROM THE LANDFILL: A DMS INVESTIGATIO W-I4

Wednesday 3pm to 4:45pm

Room	REGENCY-B
Seating	97 of 150 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Deirdre Williams, Winston Perez
Objective	This session will demonstrate applying industrial principles while addressing a community complaint alleging toxic exposure.
Description	Municipal 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

HAZARDOUS WASTE MANIFESTING - RCRA AND DOT REQUIREMENTS W-L4

Wednesday 3pm to 4:45pm

Room	SEQUOIA-A
Seating	50 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Regan Bottomley, Andy Smith
Objective	Learn how to properly fill out a uniform hazardous waste manifest and identify violations.
Description	Approximately 50% of all manifests have mistakes on them that could lead to violations for your site. In this class we will learn how to properly fill out a Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest, including the necessary DOT regulations. We will also learn how to create a DOT basic description and proper shipping name for both RCRA and non-RCRA hazardous waste, plus identify the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.
Presentation	HAZARDOUS WASTE MANIFESTING - RCRA AND DOT REQUIREMENTS

PAINTCARE - MANAGING PAINT SAFELY W-M4

Wednesday 3pm to 4:45pm

Room	REGENCY-C
Seating	79 of 150 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Terri Marsman
Objective	This presentation will provide an overview of the free resources that PaintCare offers California residents and businesses.
Description	PaintCare offers a variety of paint recycling opportunities to California residents and businesses through local collection sites, Large Volume Pickup Program, and Reoccurring Large Volume Pickup Program. PaintCare collects and manages leftover architectural paint following the waste hierarchy (reduce, reuse, recycle).This presentation will cover the background on PaintCare relevant to CUPA inspections and HMBPs requirements at drop-off sites.
Presentation	PaintCare - Managing Paint Safely

INDUSTRY ROUNDTABLE STAKEHOLDER MEETING W-O4

Wednesday 5pm to 6pm

Room	REGENCY-B
Seating	62 of 120 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0
Speakers	Alvin Lal, Jason Boetzer, Michelle Le
Objective	Industry Roundtable Stakeholder Meeting
Description	Industry Roundtable Stakeholder Meeting
Presentation	Industry Stakeholder Meeting

MECHANICAL INTEGRITY INSPECTION OF AN NH3 VESSEL TH-A1

Thursday 8am to 9:45am

Room	SANDPEBBLE-DE
Seating	55 of 110 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Peter Thomas
Objective	The purpose of this presentation is to provide instructions for performing a mechanical integrity inspection of an ammonia pressure vessel.
Description	Mechanical integrity (MI) is a cornerstone of a CalARP Program. This presentation will provide instructions for performing an MI inspection of an ammonia refrigeration pressure vessel using the checklists contained in ANSI/IIAR 6-2019 Appendix B. Topics covered will include: - IIAR 6 Appendix B Checklists - Labeling requirements - Nameplates - Types of corrosion - Insulation - Supports and foundations - Relief valves - Common deficiencies
Presentation	Mechanical Integrity Inspection of an Ammonia Vessel

UNDERSTANDING THE LARGE QUANTITY GENERATOR REQUIREMENTS TH-B1

Thursday 8am to 9:45am

Room	SEQUOIA-A
Seating	41 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Ross Kellogg
Objective	To determine generator status, describe device management requirements and emergency plan elements, and determine if release reporting is required.
Description	This 1.75-hr (2hr) session covers the large quantity generator requirements at 22 CCR 66262.34, including determining a sites generator status, storage device management, marking, time limits, paperwork, and training requirements. Students will learn emergency response, planning requirements, and release reporting requirements applicable to large quantity generators.
Presentation	UNDERSTANDING THE LARGE QUANTITY GENERATOR REQUIREMENTS

UST INSTALLATION PLAN REVIEW 2024 WITH FIRE CODE TH-C1

Thursday 8am to 11:45am

Room	SEQUOIA-B
Seating	175 of 350 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0 ICC: 4.0
Speakers	Angela Samayoa, Kim Yu
Objective	UST installation plan check can be daunting. The presentation is expanded to include fire code references and requirements for a holistic approach.
Description	UST installation plan check with emphasis on construction inspections. This year we are adding Fire Code references and a section of compiled anonymous FAQs from the last year in review. We are all getting busier with removals and installs. Please note that Fire code will be limited to the features directly influenced with the UST System and monitoring plan.
Presentation	UST INSTALLATION PLAN REVIEW 2024

THE CUPA PERFORMANCE EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT PROCESS TH-D1

Thursday 8am to 11:45am

Room	CYPRESS-AB
Seating	95 of 160 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Kaeleigh Pontif, Tim Brandt, Kaitlin Cottrell, Brennan Ko-Madden, Denise Villanueva, Mary Wren-Wilson, Glenn Warner, Garett Chan, Julie Unson
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

TANKS IN UNDERGROUND AREAS (TIUGA) TH-G1

Thursday 8am to 9:45am

Room	REGENCY-A
Seating	73 of 155 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Devra Lewis, Jennifer Lorenzo, Robin Ward
Objective	To provide an overview on tanks in underground areas (TIUGAs).
Description	This class will review the APSA requirements for TIUGAs. Each category of TIUGA will be examined. Examples of TIUGAs and common questions will also be discussed.
Presentation	Tanks in Underground Areas (TIUGA)

LIDS, LEAKS, AND LABELS: COMPLIANCE FOR SMALL QUANTITY GENERATORS TH-H1

Thursday 8am to 9:45am

Room	POOLSIDE-PAVILLION
Seating	63 of 150 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Sande Facinelli, Richard Casagrande
Objective	This session will provide tips and hands-on activities for small quantity hazardous waste generators on how to prevent violations and maintain compliance.
Description	This course is intended for professionals who identify, inspect, ship, manage, store, and dispose of hazardous waste. Although the primary focus will be small quantity generator requirements, participants will receive a general overview, including hands-on activities, of all hazardous waste topics including packaging, marking, labeling, storage, and shipment of hazardous waste, in addition to tips on how to prevent violations and maintain compliance with both Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
Presentation	Lids, Leaks, and Labels: SQGs

ADVANCING ENV. HEALTH TRAINING IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE & HAZMAT (42 MAX) TH-I1

Thursday 8am to 11:45am

Room	REGENCY-C
Seating	11 of 42 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Hoa Tan, Sauda Yerabati, Aleem Shafi, Megan Floyd, Thaddeus Hunt, Debbie Anderson
Objective	Explore disaster Hazmat handling, emergency protocols, health impact assessment, response coordination through EH training in emergency response.
Description	This course is based on a hybrid model combining EH Training in Emergency Response (EHTER) awareness & operational levels. It provides a high-level overview on disaster Hazmat handling, EH impacts, & California-specific Emergency Response protocols, to empower professionals in safeguarding communities & the environment. Participants will be led through a tabletop exercise & practice role playing for multiagency communications & coordination. Limited to 40 max attendees.
Presentation	ADVANCING ENV. HEALTH TRAINING IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE & HAZMAT

STRESS MANAGEMENT TH-J1

Thursday 8am to 11:45am

Room	CYPRESS-C
Seating	28 of 100 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	John Wilson
Objective	This presentation will provide audience member with a number of practical tools to identify and eliminate stress from their lives.
Description	There are different types of stressors working for and against us. "Stress Management" introduces stress in surprising ways to the audience and defines source stresses. Then, using sound psychological concepts, it provides the audience with a model to gauge one's own current life stress level. After that, the audience learns what happens to the body during acute and chronic stress events. After providing an in-depth look at the physiological results of stress, seven proven methods of controlling and reducing stress; both acute and chronic are shared. Also, a psychological model of how stress affects our cognitive processes and behavior is demonstrated. "Stress Management" provides knowledge, and like all other CBL Training and Consulting classes, provides practical tools to overcome the problem. John Wilson provides personal insight into his own battles with professional and personal stress related to 30 years of experience in the military and law enforcement.

CONTAMINATION FROM FENTANYL AND OTHER HIGHLY TOXIC NARCOTICS TH-J3

Thursday 8am to 11:45am

Room	SANDPEBBLE-ABC
Seating	99 of 168 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Brian Escamilla
Objective	This course will cover the different types of narcotics being synthesized and found at hazardous waste sites and protocols to follow once discovered.
Description	Personnel will be informed on the dangers of multiple types of narcotics as well as common adulterants. Personnel will also be taught recommended protocols involving these highly potent compounds including mitigation and remediation challenges: common types of clandestine labs, expected contaminants, PPE, conducting site evaluations, exposure symptoms, containment of waste, and limitations of commercially available decontamination products.

AVOID COMMON HAZ WASTE MISTAKES TH-J5

Thursday 8am to 9:45am

Room	REGENCY-B
Seating	54 of 156 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Scott Lyons
Objective	Attendees will understand the principles in waste ID and gain a repeatable process to identify if a waste is hazardous or non-hazardous.
Description	To determine if a material is a hazardous waste, its important to have a structured and consistent approach because being incorrect can have a significant ripple effect. We recommend asking these four questions in this order: 1. Is it solid waste? 2. Is it exempt? (not covered in this presentation) 3. Is it listed? 4. Is it characteristic? Presentation provides context and a detailed case study to better understand the waste identification process. It will offer practical insights and suggestions on how to comply.
Presentation	Avoid Common Haz Waste Mistakes

REVIEW OF THE LATEST INNOVATIONS ADOPTED BY LARGE CUPA PROGRAMS TH-N1

Thursday 8am to 9am

Room	BAYSIDE
Seating	26 of 50 seats available
Credits
Speakers	Cameron Garrison
Objective	Improving efficiency through adoption of modern web based technology
Description	Demonstration of innovative new data management technologies deployed in the previous year for large CUPAs from Sacramento to Riverside. A discussion of how other CUPAs in the state can levergae the work done by these agencies. Presenter will also discuss preparing for CERS Next Gen.

UNDERSTANDING COMMON RAGAGEPS TH-A2

Thursday 10am to 11:45am

Room	SANDPEBBLE-DE
Seating	44 of 110 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Chad Collin
Objective	Overview of common RAGAGEPs such as anhydrous ammonia, sulfur dioxide, chlorine and petroleum.
Description	Recognized And Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) vary based on the substance and covered process. This course will provide an overview of RAGAGEP requirements as well as its application to common substances. Finally we'll look at RAGAGEP examples in the field. Substances in this discussion will include anhydrous ammonia, sulfur dioxide, chlorine and petroleum.
Presentation	TH-A2 UNDERSTANDING COMMON RAGAGEPS

SATELLITE ACCUMULATION RULES AND UPCOMING CHANGES TH-B2

Thursday 10am to 11:45am

Room	SEQUOIA-A
Seating	5 of 255 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Regan Bottomley, Andy Smith
Objective	In this session you will learn the satellite accumulation requirements as well as common misconceptions and upcoming changes to the regulations.
Description	Always a popular topic! 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 rules, including those unique to California. We will also identify the pitfalls and most common violations associated with satellite accumulation rules plus discuss the various interpretations and guidance from the EPA and DTSC.
Presentation	SATELLITE ACCUMULATION RULES AND UPCOMING CHANGES