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Session
UST INSTALLATION PLAN REVIEW 2024 WITH FIRE CODE    TH-C1
Thursday     8am to 11:45am
Room SEQUOIA-B
Seating175 of 350 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  ICC: 4.0
SpeakersAngela Samayoa, Kim Yu
ObjectiveUST installation plan check can be daunting. The presentation is expanded to include fire code references and requirements for a holistic approach.
DescriptionUST 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.
PresentationUST INSTALLATION PLAN REVIEW 2024
THE CUPA PERFORMANCE EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT PROCESS    TH-D1
Thursday     8am to 11:45am
Room CYPRESS-AB
Seating95 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersKaeleigh Pontif, Tim Brandt, Kaitlin Cottrell, Brennan Ko-Madden, Denise Villanueva, Mary Wren-Wilson, Glenn Warner, Garett Chan, Julie Unson
ObjectiveTo provide CUPAs with a more in-depth overview of how a CUPA Performance Evaluation is conducted by each state agency.
DescriptionCalEPA, 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.
PresentationThe CUPA Performance Evaluation Process and Assessment
TANKS IN UNDERGROUND AREAS (TIUGA)    TH-G1
Thursday     8am to 9:45am
Room REGENCY-A
Seating73 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersDevra Lewis, Jennifer Lorenzo, Robin Ward
ObjectiveTo provide an overview on tanks in underground areas (TIUGAs).
DescriptionThis 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.
PresentationTanks in Underground Areas (TIUGA)
LIDS, LEAKS, AND LABELS: COMPLIANCE FOR SMALL QUANTITY GENERATORS    TH-H1
Thursday     8am to 9:45am
Room POOLSIDE-PAVILLION
Seating63 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersSande Facinelli, Richard Casagrande
ObjectiveThis session will provide tips and hands-on activities for small quantity hazardous waste generators on how to prevent violations and maintain compliance.
DescriptionThis 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.
PresentationLids, Leaks, and Labels: SQGs
ADVANCING ENV. HEALTH TRAINING IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE & HAZMAT (42 MAX)    TH-I1
Thursday     8am to 11:45am
Room REGENCY-C
Seating11 of 42 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersHoa Tan, Sauda Yerabati, Aleem Shafi, Megan Floyd, Thaddeus Hunt, Debbie Anderson
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 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.
PresentationADVANCING ENV. HEALTH TRAINING IN EMERGENCY RESPONSE & HAZMAT
STRESS MANAGEMENT    TH-J1
Thursday     8am to 11:45am
Room CYPRESS-C
Seating28 of 100 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersJohn Wilson
ObjectiveThis presentation will provide audience member with a number of practical tools to identify and eliminate stress from their lives.
DescriptionThere 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
Seating99 of 168 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersBrian Escamilla
ObjectiveThis course will cover the different types of narcotics being synthesized and found at hazardous waste sites and protocols to follow once discovered.
DescriptionPersonnel 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
Seating54 of 156 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersScott Lyons
ObjectiveAttendees will understand the principles in waste ID and gain a repeatable process to identify if a waste is hazardous or non-hazardous.
DescriptionTo 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.
PresentationAvoid Common Haz Waste Mistakes
REVIEW OF THE LATEST INNOVATIONS ADOPTED BY LARGE CUPA PROGRAMS    TH-N1
Thursday     8am to 9am
Room BAYSIDE
Seating26 of 50 seats available
Credits  
SpeakersCameron Garrison
ObjectiveImproving efficiency through adoption of modern web based technology
DescriptionDemonstration 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
Seating44 of 110 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersChad Collin
ObjectiveOverview of common RAGAGEPs such as anhydrous ammonia, sulfur dioxide, chlorine and petroleum.
DescriptionRecognized 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.
PresentationTH-A2 UNDERSTANDING COMMON RAGAGEPS
SATELLITE ACCUMULATION RULES AND UPCOMING CHANGES    TH-B2
Thursday     10am to 11:45am
Room SEQUOIA-A
Seating5 of 255 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersRegan Bottomley, Andy Smith
ObjectiveIn this session you will learn the satellite accumulation requirements as well as common misconceptions and upcoming changes to the regulations.
DescriptionAlways 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.
PresentationSATELLITE ACCUMULATION RULES AND UPCOMING CHANGES
WHICH AST INSPECTION STANDARD APPLIES? AN STI VS. API COMPARISON    TH-G2
Thursday     10am to 11:45am
Room REGENCY-A
Seating101 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersGary Diewald
ObjectiveThis topic provides a comparison of tank integrity standards and will help attendees better understand the applicability for tank management.
DescriptionThe course presents an overview of tank integrity management standards (Steel Tank Institute (STI) SP001 and American Petroleum Institute (API) 653) for oil-containing aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) in accordance with the California Aboveground Petroleum Storage Act (APSA). This course will help guide tank owners/operators and regulators regarding required tank integrity management. Case studies will also be used for tank management examples.
WHAT INDUSTRY NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT THE GENERATOR IMPROVEMENT RULE    TH-H2
Thursday     10am to 11:45am
Room POOLSIDE-PAVILLION
Seating50 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersTyler Nakaue, Michelle Le
ObjectiveThis course is co-led by agency and industry. The objective is to inform participants about the federal hazardous waste Generator Improvement Rule.
DescriptionThis course will inform participants about what portions and how California adopted the federal hazardous waste Generator Improvement Rule (GIR). Additionally, practical solutions for how to comply with these changes will be shared.
LESSONS LEARNED AT OIL FACILITIES NATIONAL PERSPECTIVES    TH-J6
Thursday     10am to 11:45am
Room REGENCY-B
Seating128 of 156 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersMark Howard, Earl Crochet
ObjectiveProvide an overview of facility operations, the EPA SPCC inspection process, and the lessons learned from incidents and inspection findings.
DescriptionA speaker with extensive petrochemical experience will provide an overview of oil facility operations and the problems an operator or inspector may encounter in the field. The EPA HQ SPCC National Program Manager will provide a brief overview of the SPCC requirements, the EPA inspection process and a pictorial review of EPA inspection findings
PresentationLessons Learned
LONG TERM MONITORING AND PROTECTION OF CLEANUP REMEDIES    TH-N2
Thursday     10am to 11:45am
Room BAYSIDE
Seating37 of 50 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersBob Wenzlau
ObjectiveThis session explains best practice to protect and monitor cleanup remedies using long term land use controls or vapor intrusion mitigation systems.
DescriptionOften site cleanups rely on land use controls (LUCs) , engineering controls (ECs) or vapor intrusion mitigation systems (VIMS) to assure long term protectiveness. This session shows techniques to monitor the integrity and effectiveness of LUCs, ECs and VIMS. Terradexs methodology is a USEPA best practice, and applied by DTSC. A demonstration will show newly developed cloud-based sensor monitoring for mechanical and vapor breakthrough of VIMS.
LUNCH,THURSDAY ON 2/29    M-Z1
Thursday     11:45am to 12:45pm
Room Grand Ballroom/Atrium
Seating2000 of 910 seats available
Credits  
ObjectiveCatch 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.

Select Your Lunch HERE From The Following Options:

  1. No Lunch (TH-No Lunch)...please select this option if you are registered and don't need a lunch)

    Plated Lunch Options - Plated Lunches are hosted in Grand Peninsula Ballroom and Atrium
  2. Mushroom Ravioli Plated Lunch - Spinach, Frise Pear and Sacramento Almond Salad with red wine vinaigrette; Mushroom Ravioli, roasted eggplant, peppers and pine nut pistou (TH-Plated Mushroom Ravioli)
  3. Porcini Crusted Chicken Plated Lunch (gluten free) - Red Wine Onion Confit Risotto, Roasted Broccolini and Crispy Parsnip Curls (TH-Plated Crusted Chicken)

    Grab and Go Lunch Options - Box Lunches and bottled water will be available in the Atrium
  4. Italian on Seeded Hoagie Grab and Go - Italian on Seeded Hoagie with Mortadella, Salami, Cappacola, Pepperoni, Olive Tapenade, Balsamic Glaze; Whole Fruit, Corn and Black Bean Salad, Dessert (Lemon Bars) & Bottled Water (TH-Italian Hoagie)
  5. Bahn Mi Chicken Wrap Grab and Go - Bahn Mi Wrap with Chicken Breast, Cabbage, Spring Mix, Carrots, Pickled Daikon, Jalapeno, Cilantro, Sesame-Lime Vinaigrette; Whole Fruit, Corn and Black Bean Salad, Dessert (Lemon Bars) & Bottled Water (TH-Bahn Mi Chicken Wrap)
  6. Vegan Asian Noodle Salad Grab and Go - Vegan Asian Noodle Salad with Napa Cabbage, Red Pepper, Shredded Carrot, Cilantro, Sesame Seeds, Tamarin Dressing; Whole Fruit, Corn and Black Bean Salad, Dessert (Lemon Bars) & Bottled Water (TH-Vegan Noodle Salad)
HUMAN FACTORS    TH-A3
Thursday     1pm to 2:45pm
Room SANDPEBBLE-DE
Seating60 of 110 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersMiguel Zepeda
ObjectiveThis class will provide basic guidance on how to properly assess compliance with human factors requirements.
DescriptionThe class consists of an overview of the broad definition of human factors, how they present themselves throughout other CalARP program elements, and when facilities should consider human factors issues. Additionally, an overview of the method used by Contra Costa Health (CCH) to determine whether qualifying stationary sources are systematically and adequately addressing human factors concerns as specified by CalARP regulations.
GENERATOR IMPROVEMENTS RULE    TH-B3
Thursday     1pm to 2:45pm
Room SEQUOIA-A
Seating87 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersChosu Khin
ObjectiveThe Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is amending Californias hazardous waste program in California Code of Regulations (CCR), title 22, division 4.5 to adopt U.S. EPA's Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule (GIR) requirements. The GIR provides additional environmental protections, regulatory structural changes, and greater flexibility for hazardous waste generators to comply with requirements. DTSC is adopting the GIR requirements in two rulemaking phases (Phase 1 and 2). This session will cover the Phase 1 rulemaking that includes GIR requirements that are more stringent than Californias hazardous waste program (mandatory requirements) and regulatory structural changes. Additionally, the session will cover the Phase 2 rulemaking that includes other GIR provisions that are either less stringent or equivalent Californias hazardous waste program that DTSC is considering for adoption.
DescriptionThe Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is amending Californias hazardous waste program in California Code of Regulations (CCR), title 22, division 4.5 to adopt U.S. EPA's Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule (GIR) requirements. The GIR provides additional environmental protections, regulatory structural changes, and greater flexibility for hazardous waste generators to comply with requirements. DTSC is adopting the GIR requirements in two rulemaking phases (Phase 1 and 2). This session will cover the Phase 1 rulemaking that includes GIR requirements that are more stringent than Californias hazardous waste program (mandatory requirements) and regulatory structural changes. Additionally, the session will cover the Phase 2 rulemaking that includes other GIR provisions that are either less stringent or equivalent Californias hazardous waste program that DTSC is considering for adoption.
PresentationGenerator Improvements Rule
UST REMOVALS: HOW TO ENSURE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE    TH-C2
Thursday     1pm to 2:30pm
Room SEQUOIA-B
Seating194 of 350 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.5  ICC: 1.5
SpeakersGrant Miner
ObjectiveParticipants will be able to recognize the steps required to remove USTs safely and in compliance with applicable regulations.
DescriptionWhether you've never performed a UST removal, or if you're a veteran who could use a refresher, this course will take you through the steps of UST removal from plan check to closure letter. Incorporating photos, plans and documents from numerous actual UST pulls, the presentation will help attendees visualize the key concepts being discussed. An emphasis is placed on how to conduct the removal safely and compliantly.
PresentationUST REMOVALS: HOW TO ENSURE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE TH-C2
HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT REPORT AND PLAN    TH-D2
Thursday     1pm to 1:50pm
Room CYPRESS-AB
Seating84 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.0  
SpeakersRyan Dominguez
ObjectiveProvide key findings from the 2023 Hazardous Waste Management Report, update on current research, and update on hazardous waste management planning.
DescriptionDTSC has begun to develop the first Hazardous Waste Management Plan which is due in 2025. Hazardous waste management planning includes work in four primary areas: Hazardous Waste Criteria Waste Reduction Capacity Assurance Environmental Justice This session will Provide key findings from the 2023 Hazardous Waste Management Report, update on current research, and update on hazardous waste management planning.
PresentationHazardous Waste Management Report and Plan
Since we will be using our calcupa.org "My Itinerary" process for the 2024 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.