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MANAGING ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE RISK: TOOLS AND STRATEGIES FO M-H3

Monday 1pm to 3pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating	4 of 180 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Gary Lucks, Andrea Sumits
Objective	To share compliance assurance tools to help improve environmental regulatory performance and strengthen compliance outcomes.
Description	Amid a reinvigorated USEPA and robust California environmental enforcement, it is essential that CA businesses understand implications to company compliance programs, staffing, and performance and accountability. The session will assess the current state of USEPA policies, programs, and enforcement and evaluate the interplay with CA regulatory framework, EPA Region IX priorities, State Attorney General initiatives, local and enforcement agencies

MERCURY RESPONSE AND CLEANUP M-I3

Monday 1pm to 5pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM E
Seating	148 of 175 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Robert Wise, Tara Fitzgerald
Objective	This course provide a comprehensive approach to the response and mitigation of Mercury Spills.
Description	The course provides a comprehensive approach to responding to, assessing and mitigating spills involving elemental, organic and inorganic Mercury. The course addresses topics including Mercury chemistry, uses of Mercury, Mercury detection technology, assessment techniques, face cream sites, cleanup techniques, risk communications and enforcement strategies.

BASICS OF HAZARDOUS WASTE TRAINING FOR INDUSTRY M-J2

Monday 1pm to 5pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM CENTER
Seating	404 of 500 seats available
Credits	REHS: 4.0
Speakers	Steve Reichow, Natasha McClurg
Objective	To provide hazardous waste generators an overview of the requirements for accumulation and storage of hazardous waste. For regulated businesses.
Description	Training will introduce hazardous waste generators to Federal and State regulations applicable to hazardous waste generators. Determining generator status (LQG, SQG or CESQG), overview of RCRA waste vs. non-RCRA hazardous waste, accumulation time limits and container and tank management standards will be covered. Training will also cover the CUPAs role for inspections and enforcement of these regulations.
Presentation	Basics of Hazardous Waste Training for Industry

HOW TO KEEP YOUR STAFF INVOLVED AND ENGAGED M-J5

Monday 1pm to 3pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM A-D
Seating	88 of 150 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jim Delia
Objective	Approaches to managing and effectively motivating staff during these uncertain times and beyond.
Description	Some employees, whether seasoned or relatively new, may be resistant to changes that may come with the new normal. As a result, even though they may be doing good work, they may have decreased motivation impacting their commitment to their work, as well impacting their interactions with their co-workers. Topics will include: Employee engagement; Motivational factors; Motivating remotely; and best next steps.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE TAG MEETING M-O2

Monday 1pm to 3pm

Room	ELITE
Seating	32 of 50 seats available
Credits
Speakers	Mario Tresierras, Gary Cantwell
Objective	Emergency Response TAG Meeting
Description	Emergency Response TAG Meeting

HUMAN FACTORS M-A4

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHWEST
Seating	123 of 200 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Miguel Zepeda
Objective	Human factors in process safety are often misunderstood or confused with ergonomics; this presentation will help make that distinction very clear and provide a base knowledge on human factors that is consistent with the views of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS).
Description	This presentation will discuss 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 Services (CCHS) to determine whether the qualifying stationary sources are systematically and adequately addressing human factors concerns as specified by CalARP regulations.
Presentation	Human Factors

SATELLITE ACCUMULATION REQUIREMENTS M-B4

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	MARQUIS BALLROOM NORTHEAST
Seating	55 of 250 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Regan Bottomley, Andy Smith
Objective	Participants will learn the complex satellite accumulation requirements, identify common violations and understand EPA/DTSC interpretations.
Description	This class is great for both new and experienced students as these rules are complicated and no matter how long you've been in the RCRA world, you will likely learn some new nuance. In this interactive presentation, students will come to understand the satellite accumulation regulatory requirements, including day-to-day management of containers, common violations, plus how to avoid them, and important interpretations from both the EPA and DTSC.
Presentation	Satellite Accumulation Requirements

BACK-TO-BASICS: HMBP & HAZARDOUS WASTE FOR BEGINNERS M-H4

Monday 3pm to 4:45pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM F
Seating	38 of 180 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jayme Dryden
Objective	This session will provide participants with basic applicability and requirements for industry with respect to HMBP and HW program implementation.
Description	The course will provide facilities with a refresher on basic requirements and tricks of the trade for HMBP reporting and compliance with hazardous waste requirements. With the high turnover seen in various industries over the past couple of years, going back to the basics might be what your organization needs to reinforce HMBP & hazardous waste management protocols and develop a sustainable compliance program.
Presentation	Back to Basics: HMBP & Hazardous Waste for Beginners

AVOIDING GROUPTHINK M-J6

Monday 3pm to 5pm

Room	GRAND BALLROOM A-D
Seating	83 of 150 seats available
Credits	REHS: 2.0
Speakers	Jim Delia
Objective	How to navigate group dynamics so that rocking the boat can be considered a good thing when making effective decisions.
Description	Groupthink happens when members of a team see whats happening to them and around them through a biased, narrow lens. The result can be that conclusions are reached too quickly, and teams often make bad decisions. Participants will explore what causes it, understand common warning signs to recognize it, and learn practical strategies that can be used to prevent and overcome groupthink.

TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR CUPA PROGRAMS WITH ACCELA SOFTWARE M-L4

Monday 3pm to 4pm

Room	GOLD KEY III
Seating	14 of 40 seats available
Credits
Speakers	Darryl Booth, Matthew Hopkins, Erika Falcon
Objective	Demo of how Accela software implements CUPA Programs, Billing, Inspection, Reporting, & CERS EDT; and a new program kit for EnvisionConnect users.
Description	This session will demonstrate how Accela software implements CUPA Programs, Billing, Inspection, Reporting, and CERS EDT. Elements of this course include: 1) Receiving Accepted Submittals from CERS 2) Reviewing/Confirming Fee Schedule 3) Reviewing/Confirming Inspection Schedule 4) Conducting Inspection Activities using iOS 5) Submitting/Confirming CME Data BONUS: Preparing Your Data for CUPA Evaluation

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