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The 2007 DiValContractor SafetyConference & Expo
This is an
Event Brought to You by
Tuesday, February 6, 2007Holiday Inn Batavia-Darien Lake
Batavia, New York
Special Guest Speakers:
Environmental, Management& Construction Track Seminars
New Safety Products & Manufacturer Exhibits
Stew Burkhammer - Director of the Offi ce for Construction Services for OSHAEric Giguere - “I Was Buried Alive and Survived” An Incredible Life Lesson in Construction Safety
Speakers & Seminar Sessions
Special Guest Speaker: Stew Burkhammer Stewart C. “Stew” Burkhammer, P.E., CSP, OHST, ASSE Fellow, has 40 years experience in private industry and 3-1/2 years experience with OSHA. He is currently the Director of the Offi ce of Construction Services for the Directorate of Construction within OSHA. Stew is also a Professional Engineer, a Certifi ed Safety Professional, and a Certifi ed Occupational Safety and Health Technologist. He was elected a Fellow of the American Society of Safety Engineers in 2000, and was presented with the Distinguished Safety and Health Professional Award from the Safety Equipment Institute in 1998. In addition, Burkhammer has Chaired OSHA’s Advisory Committee for Construction Safety and Health, has served as CEO and Board President for the Safety Equipment Institute, is past president of the Board of Certifi ed Safety Professionals, and has been a keynote speaker on the topics of ES&H at several global conferences and seminars.
“An OSHA Update” (8:00am - 9:15am)This seminar will provide you with up-to-date information on OSHA’s outreach programs, enforcement updates, and other OSHA information as it relates to the construction industry. Stew’s comfortable speaking style and expertise in the contractor/construction industry gives you the opportunity to get your questions answered.
1, 2, 3, Mold - Hazards, Detection & Abatement -- Environmental Track (9:45am - 10:45am)
The 2007 DiValContractor SafetyConference & Expo
Are you wondering what all the hype is about mold? Wondering if you are prepared for your next job if the tell-tale sights and smells of mold are there? Wondering if you are protecting your health, the health of the building occupants, and your future if legal action is taken? Be prepared to: (1) Learn how mold investigations are done, (2) Understand the current NIOSH guidelines for mold remediation, and (3) Feel the power of knowledge. Speaker: Heidi Reisman, Certifi ed Industrial Hygienist and Professional Safety Trainer
Supervisor Safety Responsibilities -- Management Track (9:45am - 10:45am)
This session will focus on the responsibilities of supervisors, superintendents and foremen for safety and health at their respective job sites. The presentation will help them to understand what obligations they have, as representatives of management, for the safety and health of the workers and the types of questions they could be asked by a compliance offi cer should they ever be involved in an OSHA inspection.Speaker: Michael Scime, Safety & Health Specialist & Field Compliance Offi cer, U.S. Department of Labor - OSHA
Fall Protection – Compliance, Techniques & Solutions -- Construction Track (9:45am - 10:45am)
This session will cover fall protection - one of the top three causes of death in the workplace. Find out why fall protection is so important in construction. Learn when fall protection is required. Discover what your options are for compliance. This seminar will give you a detailed look at the most critical components of personal fall protection. Other topics that you may discuss include hazards associated with leading edge work, aerial man lifts, scaffolding, and ladders. Speaker: Bob Wengryn, Fall Protection Manager, Miller Fall Protection
Asbestos NYS – DOL Code Rule 56 -- Environmental Track (11:00am - 12:00pm)This session will provide an overview of the Asbestos Code Rule and will discuss how to interpret and comply to the recent changes and updates in the NYS standards for asbestos. Speaker: Kevin Cannan, Past President PACNY (Professional Abatement Contractors of New York) President, AAC Contracting
NY State Labor Law – Employers rights -- Management Track (11:00am - 12:00pm)This session will cover an overview of the NY code of Rules and Regulations regarding NYS Code 240. Is your company compliant and will you be prepared to defend yourself in the event of litigation? Employers and management will have the opportunity to learn fi rst hand what your rights are, how you can protect your employees and be prepared to defend your company. Speaker: Christopher Bridge, Partner Gibson, McAskill & Crosby LLP
Register online at DiValSafety.com or by contacting Marty Schneider at 716.874.9060 Ext. 148. Price includes admission to headliner seminars, all track sessions, and vendor exhibits. Complementary lunch & refreshments also provided.
Date: Tuesday February 6, 2007 Place: Holiday Inn - Batavia/Darien Lake 8250 Park Road Batavia, NY 14020 Price: $125 per person (Early Bird $95 if purchased before January 22, 2007) Note: Tickets are transferable but nonrefundable.
Space is Limited - Reserve your tickets online today!
Silica – Are you at risk and don’t even know it?!? -- Environmental Track (3:00pm - 4:00pm)Crystalline silica affects the health of thousands of workers every year. If you work in a dusty environment or with products that contain sand you may be at risk. Common jobs where dangerous exposure to silica is possible include: abrasive blasting using silica sand as the abrasive; abrasive blasting of concrete; chipping, hammering, and drilling rock; crushing, loading, hauling, and dumping rock; chipping, hammering, drilling, sawing, and grinding concrete or masonry; demolition of concrete and masonry structures; dry sweeping or pressurized air blowing of concrete or sand dust. Come fi nd out what silicosis is, how silica exposure is determined and how you can minimize your exposure. You’ll breathe easier!Speaker: Heidi Reisman, Certifi ed Industrial Hygienist and Professional Safety Trainer
Work Zone Safety & Compliance -- Construction Track (11:00am - 12:00pm)
A review of the standards including MUTCD and OSHA rules and regulations. Also covered will be liability issues, actual procedures for work zone set up and proper device usage - including what work site devices should look like, where to place them and how to recognize non-compliant models. Speaker: Dennis Wright, DMW Associates. Dennis has 33 years of service with the New York State Department of Transportation and is recognized as one of the foremost authorities for Work Zone safety and compliance.
Scaffold Safety, Techniques, Solutions -- Management Track (3:00pm - 4:00pm)
This session cover basics of CFR 1926.451 & 1926.454 scaffolding compliance. A look at the regulation, the training requirements and discussion on pragmatic approaches for compliance. This session will also feature a focus on the most recent and common OSHA & PESH citations as they pertain to scaffolding.Speaker: Bill Stoddard, Professional Safety Consultant and Trainer
Trenching & Excavation Safety -- Construction Track (3:00pm - 4:00pm)Trenching & excavation continues to be a leading cause of construction fatalities. This session will focus on the protection of workers who must work in trenches or excavations and the protection of underground utilities. Representatives from OSHA and Dig Safely New York will provide an overview of the requirements of their respective organizations and some of the common problems they encounter. Speaker: Gordon Deleys, Compliance Assistance Specialist, U.S. Department of Labor - OSHA and Representatives from Dig Safely New York.
Special Guest Speaker: Eric Giguere
“I Was Buried Alive and Survived” (1:15pm - 2:00pm)A construction worker tells the story of how he was “buried alive” while working in a trench. He explains the circumstances and events surrounding his accident and the profound effects it has had on him and his family. Eric speaks from the heart with a desire for you to learn from his death-defying safety message. He has a very genuine approach and his presentation’s intent is to prevent his experience from ever happening to anyone again.
The 2007 DiValContractor SafetyConference & Expo
Event Schedule & Show Times
Time Environmental Track Management Track Construction Track
7:00am - 8:00am
8:00am - 9:15am
9:45am - 10:45am
11:00am - 12:00am
12:00pm - 1:00pm
1:15pm - 2:00pm
3:00pm - 4:00pm
4:00pm - 5:00pm
REGISTRATION / VENDOR EXHIBITOR DISPLAY
CONFERENCE & EXPO PARTICIPANT “HAPPY HOUR” RECEPTION
LUNCH / VENDOR EXHIBITOR DISPLAY
Stew Burkhammer: “An OSHA Update”
Eric Giguere: “I Was Buried Alive and Survived”
1, 2, 3, Mold - Hazards, Detection & Abatement
Silica - Are You at Risk?
Supervisor Safety Responsibilities
Fall Protection - Compliance, Techniques & Solutions
Asbestos NYS - DOL CodeRule 56
NYS Labor Law -Employers Rights
Work Zone Safety &Compliance
Scaffold Safety, Techniques, Solutions
Trenching & ExcavationSafety
This OSHA Alliance Event is brought to you by DiVal Safety. Register online at DiValSafety.com or contact Marty Schneider at 716.874.9060.
1721 Niagara Street Buffalo, NY 14207