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ENSURING COMPLIANCE: BUILDING AN EFFECTIVE CONFINED SPACE PROGRAM    M-H2
Monday     1pm to 2pm
Room GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating232 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.0  
SpeakersKiel McClintock
ObjectiveParticipants will learn elements of having a robust confined space program including hazards assessments, labeling, training, and emergency response.
DescriptionThis 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.
IMPROVISED NUCLEAR DETONATION CONSIDERATIONS    M-I2
Monday     1pm to 5pm
Room GRAND BALLROOM E
Seating255 of 280 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersCharles Tobias
ObjectiveThe course is designed to provide self-protection and emergency response options for rescue and recovery following a nuclear event.
DescriptionThe 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
Seating1002 of 1023 seats available
CreditsREHS: 4.0  
SpeakersJohn Wilson
ObjectiveTo become familiar with or reacquainted with safety procedures in the field related to mindset, emergencies, and safe actions in critical moments.
DescriptionWith 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.
UNDERSTANDING EPAS TOXIC RELEASE INVENTORY    M-J4
Monday     1pm to 3pm
Room GOLD KEY III
Seating20 of 50 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersAbby Burton, Kendall Johnson
ObjectiveLearn which facilities are required to report to TRI and understand the extensive TRI data available on facility-level releases and waste management.
DescriptionThe course explains which facilities are required to report to EPA's Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) and presents how to access and understand the facility-level data available on releases of toxic chemicals to air, water, and land, and waste management practices (e.g., treatment, recycling). Participants will learn how to access and use TRI data to better understand a facility's environmental profile. Target audience regulators and industry.
DRONE TECHNOLOGIES FOR INSPECTION IN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY    M-L2
Monday     1pm to 2pm
Room GRANDBALLROOM K
Seating147 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.0  
SpeakersGreg Mann
ObjectiveThis session will provide participants with insight and examples of how drones are being used for inspection and analysis in the oil and gas industry
DescriptionThis 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.
HMBP 101    M-M1
Monday     1pm to 3pm
Room GRAND BALLROOM A-D
Seating104 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersMelisa Custer, Nicole Bandak
ObjectiveGeneral overview of Health and Safety Code 6.95 and the Hazardous Material Business Plan requirements.
DescriptionThis 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.
ULTA BEAUTY EVOLVES HAZARDOUS WASTE COMPLIANCE WITH UL SOLUTIONS    M-N2
Monday     1pm to 2pm
Room LA/LA JOLLA
Seating25 of 36 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.0  
SpeakersMarietje Hauprich-Baggerman, Tracey Anzar
ObjectiveLearn how Ulta Beauty tackles evolving product compliance and hazardous waste challenges under EPA & DTSC.
DescriptionSafety 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
Seating181 of 200 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersHarmik Bazik
ObjectiveThis course will provide participants information on emergency response vehicles and equipment used by LACoFD HHMD during hazmat incidents.
DescriptionThis 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.
EPA RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (RMP) 2024 RULE UPDATES    M-A3
Monday     3pm to 4pm
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHWEST
Seating99 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.0  
SpeakersBridget Johnson, Rick Sakow
ObjectiveThe objective is to educate regulators and industry on the latest RMP rule updates.
DescriptionThe purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the EPA Risk Management (Plan) Rule Updates that were finalized in 2024. As major and other serious and concerning RMP accidents continue to occur, the record shows and EPA believes that this final rule will help further protect human health and the environment from chemical hazards through advancement of process safety based lessons learned. The RMP elements that are impacted by the updates will be discussed, including the timeline for when the various updates come into effect.
DIGITAL LEADERSHIP: AN INTRODUCTION TO AI AND DIGITAL TOOLS    M-D4
Monday     3pm to 5pm
Room ORANGE COUNTY BALLROOM 1/2
Seating92 of 155 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJim Delia
ObjectiveThis workshop equips participants with basic knowledge to leverage AI and digital tools for leadership, decision-making, innovation, and adaptability.
DescriptionThis 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 GOLD KEY I/II
Seating35 of 108 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.0  
SpeakersCheryl Prowell, Maryam Tasnif-abbasi
ObjectiveParticipants will learn about organizational changes within DTSC and new procedures and guidance for the cleanup process
DescriptionDTSC 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
SPCC: PIPING, ENVIRONMENTAL EQUIVALENCE & OIL-FILLED EQUIPMENT    M-G3
Monday     3pm to 5pm
Room GRAND BALLROOM G/H
Seating55 of 120 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJanice Witul, Mark Howard
ObjectiveProvide attendees with information on three advanced SPCC topics
DescriptionAttendees are assumed to understand the SPCC rule in this advanced course, which will cover detailed SPCC provisions for: Piping, including containment, testing, inspection, jurisdiction and common pitfalls; Environmental Equivalence (EE), including the EE administrative process, impact of PMAA letter on EE and common pitfalls; and Different classes of oil filled equipment (OFE), oil filled operational equipment (OFOE) and common misconceptions.
INDUSTRY MEETING TO IDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES    M-H3
Monday     3pm to 5pm
Room GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating247 of 250 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJeremy Gates, Michelle Le, Larry Jeffris, Lori Luces-Nakagawa
ObjectiveThis 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.
DescriptionThis 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 I/II
Seating28 of 50 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersKaren Riveles, Walker Wieland
ObjectiveThis session will discuss the combined risk to health of both extreme heat and wildfire smoke and demonstrate OEHHAs new CalHeatScore tool.
DescriptionThis 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.
FEMA CBRNRESPONDER PLATFORM OVERVIEW AND USER ORIENTATION    M-L3
Monday     3pm to 5pm
Room GRANDBALLROOM K
Seating155 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersRichard Sommers
ObjectiveThis workshop will provide participants with an overview of CBRNResponder and demonstrate methods of employing CBRNResponder during CBRN incidents.
DescriptionThe 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
Seating103 of 160 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersTeresa Quiaoit, Melisa Custer
ObjectiveUnderstanding HMBP reporting requirements in CERS
DescriptionThis 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
Seating31 of 30 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersSheryl Baldwin
ObjectiveCCDEH REGION III MEETING
DescriptionCCDEH REGION III MEETING
FEDERAL AND STATE CHEMICAL ACCIDENT PREVENTION ENFORCEMENT    M-A4
Monday     4pm to 5pm
Room MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHWEST
Seating112 of 150 seats available
CreditsREHS: 1.0  
SpeakersRick Sakow, Elizabeth Brega
ObjectiveThis session will provide an overview of the federal and state regulations and enforcement actions to reduce chemical accidents.
DescriptionThe course provides an overview of the Federal Risk Management Program and CalARP requirements with a panel of State and Federal regulators. US EPA will provide an overview of the harm caused by non-compliance with industry safety standards, and will discuss recent enforcement settlement that aim to reduce chemical accidents.
CALARP TAG MEETING    TU-1
Tuesday     7am to 8am
Room LA/LA JOLLA
Seating16 of 30 seats available
Credits  
SpeakersAlvin Lal
ObjectiveCALARP TAG MEETING
DescriptionCALARP TAG MEETING
HEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING    TU-2
Tuesday     8am to 10am
Room ELITE
Seating48 of 50 seats available
CreditsREHS: 2.0  
SpeakersJennea Monasterio
ObjectiveHEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING
DescriptionHEALTH SPACE USER GROUP MEETING
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