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ENSURING COMPLIANCE: BUILDING AN EFFECTIVE CONFINED SPACE PROGRAM M-H2

Monday 1pm to 2pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating	221 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0
Speakers	Kiel McClintock
Objective	Participants will learn elements of having a robust confined space program including hazards assessments, labeling, training, and emergency response.
Description	This course covers Californias confined space program requirements, including hazard assessments, labeling, communication and rescue plans, and essential training. Participants will learn the roles of authorized entrants, attendants, and supervisors, along with the importance of regular evaluations and continuous improvement. By following these guidelines, employers can enhance workplace safety and reduce confined space risks.
Presentation	ENSURING COMPLIANCE: BUILDING AN EFFECTIVE CONFINED SPACE PROGRAM

IMPROVISED NUCLEAR DETONATION CONSIDERATIONS M-I2

Monday 1pm to 5pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM E
Seating	245 of 280 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Charles Tobias
Objective	The course is designed to provide self-protection and emergency response options for rescue and recovery following a nuclear event.
Description	The course will define a nuclear event and radioactive fallout. The deference between an air verses and ground blast will be identified along with the damage expected ns from both. The FEMA Guidance will be used as a reference as we explore self-protection and emergency response actions to enhance life safety.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY M-J2

Monday 1pm to 5pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM CENTER
Seating	360 of 400 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	John Wilson
Objective	To become familiar with or reacquainted with safety procedures in the field related to mindset, emergencies, and safe actions in critical moments.
Description	With the help of professionals throughout California, CBLTAC combined a number of popular classes into a four hour class full of the most important and popular topics we teach involving "tactical" safety. "Employee Safety" covers on-the-job mindset, emergency operations plans (organizational and personal), accountability, safe actions while at the workplace or remote jobsites, operational honesty in communication, contact and cover techniques, preventing stress from the "information void", physiology of emergencies, personal protective equipment and everyday carry items, emergency location applications, natural emergency response, sheltering and lockdown procedures, and after-emergency topics (accountability, health, social media). "Employee Safety" is not the average "safety" class. It is an interesting, exciting look at how to be proactive at ensure you and your employees make it home safer each night.

DRONE TECHNOLOGIES FOR INSPECTION IN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY M-L2

Monday 1pm to 2pm

Room	GRANDBALLROOM K
Seating	29 of 60 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0
Speakers	Greg Mann
Objective	This session will provide participants with insight and examples of how drones are being used for inspection and analysis in the oil and gas industry
Description	This course shows how drones are emerging as a leading inspection tool in the oil and gas industry. A drone inspection allows you to pinpoint, identify, record, evaluate, display, and report areas of concern and repair. Using both LiDAR and photogrammetry, drones can create 3D models of areas previously inaccessible to humans. Ultrasonic Thickness (UT) drones have given the ability to obtain steel thickness data in previously inaccessible areas.
Presentation	Drone Technologies for Inspection in the Oil and Gas Industry

HMBP 101 M-M1

Monday 1pm to 3pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM A-D
Seating	32 of 160 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Melisa Custer, Nicole Bandak
Objective	General overview of Health and Safety Code 6.95 and the Hazardous Material Business Plan requirements.
Description	This course will provide a general overview of the Hazardous Material Business Plan. This course will provide a brief history, a review of the regulations, and an examination of how to determine a hazardous material. And finally, this course will discuss the requirements of the hazardous material business plan.
Presentation	HMBP 101

ULTA BEAUTY EVOLVES HAZARDOUS WASTE COMPLIANCE WITH UL SOLUTIONS M-N2

Monday 1pm to 2pm

Room	LA/LA JOLLA
Seating	0 of 53 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0
Speakers	Marietje Hauprich-Baggerman, Tracey Anzar
Objective	Learn how Ulta Beauty tackles evolving product compliance and hazardous waste challenges under EPA & DTSC.
Description	Safety data sheets (SDSs), help with the identification of hazardous waste, but usually do not have all the required details. Join UL Solutions and Ulta Beauty for a discussion on EPA and DTSC hazard waste requirements, SDS limitations and how technology enables scalable product compliance. Learn from experts and take back insights to help optimize your hazardous waste management.

LACOFD HEALTH HAZMAT RESPONSE VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT DEMONSTRATION M-T1

Monday 2:45pm to 4:45pm

Room	VALET PARKING LOT
Seating	165 of 200 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Harmik Bazik
Objective	This course will provide participants information on emergency response vehicles and equipment used by LACoFD HHMD during hazmat incidents.
Description	This course is an overview of the response vehicle used during hazmat incidents by the Los Angeles County Fire Department Health Hazardous Materials Division. During this course, responders will demonstrate the various air monitoring equipment, chemical detectors and response materials commonly used during an incident.

SAFER COMMUNITIES BY CHEMICAL ACCIDENT PREVENTION RMP RULE UPDATE M-A5

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHWEST
Seating	101 of 150 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jack Becker
Objective	Understand the new requirements in the Risk Management Program Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention Final Rule.
Description	The course will compare the federal Risk Management Program requirements to the updates made by the Environmental Protection Agency's Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention Final Rule. Topics will include details on new requirements for PHAs and Hazard Reviews, incident investigations, compliance audits, employee participation, emergency response program and the compliance dates of the updated elements for the RMP Rule.
Presentation	SAFER COMMUNITIES BY CHEMICAL ACCIDENT PREVENTION RMP RULE UPDATE

DIGITAL LEADERSHIP: AN INTRODUCTION TO AI AND DIGITAL TOOLS M-D4

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 1/2
Seating	43 of 155 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jim Delia
Objective	This workshop equips participants with basic knowledge to leverage AI and digital tools for leadership, decision-making, innovation, and adaptability.
Description	This interactive workshop provides participants with a foundational understanding of how to leverage AI and digital tools for effective leadership in the modern workplace. Topics will include: benefits and applications of AI, digital collaboration tools, and strategies for integrating AI into everyday leadership practices. Participants will explore how AI tools can enhance decision-making and foster innovation to stay ahead in the digital age.

DTSC REGULATORY UPDATE M-F3

Monday 3pm to 4pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating	99 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 1.0
Speakers	Cheryl Prowell, Maryam Tasnif-abbasi
Objective	Participants will learn about organizational changes within DTSC and new procedures and guidance for the cleanup process
Description	DTSC Office of Brownfields and Site Mitigation will provide updates that will help the regulated community navigate our process and will help Local Agency staff stay consistent with DTSC. We will cover changes to our organization, updates to EnviroStor, trends and trouble spots in case management, and vapor intrusion updates

LETS PERMEATE THROUGH CONTAINMENT & FAILURE ANALYSIS/PREDICTION M-G3

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM G/H
Seating	23 of 120 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Steven Lichten
Objective	To get a better understanding of secondary containment requirements, spill predictions and failure analysis, and oil-filled equipment.
Description	This session will focus on secondary containment requirements for all kinds of APSA-regulated things. Several examples of sized and general containment will be provided, along with inspecting or monitoring them, oil removal, etc. Spill prediction and failure analysis, including calculations, and qualified oil-filled equipment along with the general containment impracticability allowance/alternative will be discussed.
Presentation	Lets Permeate Through Secondary Containment & Failure Analysis
	Lets Permeate Through Secondary Containment & Failure Analysis

INDUSTRY MEETING TO IDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES M-H3

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	GOLD KEY I/II
Seating	89 of 125 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jeremy Gates, Michelle Le, Larry Jeffris, Lori Luces-Nakagawa
Objective	This session will introduce the Industry Technical Advisory Group (ITAG) and the opportunity to capture the highest industry pain points as it relates to the CUPA programs. Participants will share issues and help craft solutions to improve communication, understanding, and consistency within the CUPA programs.
Description	This session will introduce the Industry Technical Advisory Group (ITAG) and the opportunity to capture the highest industry pain points as it relates to the CUPA programs. Participants will share issues and help craft solutions to improve communication, understanding, and consistency within the CUPA programs.

EXTREME HEAT AND WILDFIRE SMOKE AND OEHHAS CALHEATSCORE TOOL M-J5

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	GOLD KEY III
Seating	5 of 50 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Karen Riveles, Walker Wieland
Objective	This session will discuss the combined risk to health of both extreme heat and wildfire smoke and demonstrate OEHHAs new CalHeatScore tool.
Description	This course will discuss exposure to both wildfire smoke and extreme heat at the same time and the increased risk for health effects. In addition, we will discuss OEHHAs CalHeatScore which is a tool for individuals, communities, decision makers, policy makers and researchers, seeking up-to-date information about heat risks and resources to keep themselves and their communities safe.
Presentation	Extreme Heat and Wildfire Smoke and OEHHAs CalHeatScore Tool
	CalHeatScore Tool

FEMA CBRNRESPONDER PLATFORM OVERVIEW AND USER ORIENTATION M-L3

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	GRANDBALLROOM K
Seating	7 of 60 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Julie Namauu-Cooley
Objective	This workshop will provide participants with an overview of CBRNResponder and demonstrate methods of employing CBRNResponder during CBRN incidents.
Description	The workshop is a comprehensive overview of FEMA's CBRNResponder platform. CBRNResponder is a single, secure platform for all chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) incident data sharing and multi-hazard event management. CBRNResponder integrates with federal assets and incorporates national-level policy and guidance, providing a one-stop shop for all CBRN planning, preparedness, and operational tools and resources.

HMBP REPORTING REQUIREMENTS IN CERS M-M2

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM A-D
Seating	38 of 160 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Teresa Quiaoit, Melisa Custer
Objective	Understanding HMBP reporting requirements in CERS
Description	This course is an in-depth look at CERS and meeting HMBP requirements. This course will cover a a brief history, review of each of the elements found in CERS: Facility Information, Hazardous Material Inventory, Site Map, and the Emergency Response Plan. And finally, this course will provide an overview of how CERS is reviewed and the most common reasons a CERS submittal may be not accepted.

CCDEH REGION III MEETING M-3

Monday 3:15pm to 5pm

Room	ELITE
Seating	72 of 75 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Sheryl Baldwin
Objective	CCDEH REGION III MEETING
Description	CCDEH REGION III MEETING

CALARP TAG MEETING TU-1

Tuesday 7am to 8am

Room	ELITE
Seating	41 of 75 seats available
Credits
Speakers	Alvin Lal
Objective	CALARP TAG MEETING
Description	CALARP TAG MEETING

HEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING TU-2

Tuesday 8am to 10am

Room	LA JOLLA/LA
Seating	32 of 40 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jennea Monasterio
Objective	HEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING
Description	HEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING

CALARP 201 TU-A1

Tuesday 8am to 10am

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHWEST
Seating	61 of 150 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Uriah Donaldson, CHAD SAN JUAN
Objective	Intermediate / Advanced review and explanation of the CalARP requirements with detailed examples of common regulated industries.
Description	The 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.

UST 201/301 TU-C1

Tuesday 8am to 12pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM SOUTH
Seating	155 of 380 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0 ICC: 4.0
Speakers	Andrew Evans, Nicole Bandak
Objective	A deep dive into intermediate and advanced level topics related to the UST routine inspection
Description	Intermediate/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.
Presentation	UST 201/301