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The 2010 Nebraska Hazardous Materials Symposium

March 27th & 28th, 2010

Pre Classes March 26th, 2010

At the Hastings Quality Hotel

2205 Osborne Drive East

 

Symposium Schedule

 

Friday March 26th, 2010

 

8:30 am to 4:30 pm—Pre Symposium Sessions

 

7:30 to 10:00 pm

NHMA Annual Meeting — Terrace Room

Everyone is welcome to attend!

 

Saturday March 27th, 2010

 

7:00 to 8:00 am — Registration

Breakfast served in the Courtyard

 

8:00 to 12:00 pm — Breakout Sessions

 

12:00 to 1:00 pm —  Lunch

 

1:00 to 5:00 pm — Breakout  Sessions

 

Saturday Night

 

7:30 to 9:00 pm

“Disasters & Desserts” 

Nofrfolk Propane Fire - Norfolk Fire Division

  

Sunday March 28th, 2010

 

7:00 to 8:00 am — Breakfast - Courtyard

 

8:00 to 12:00 pm — Breakout sessions

 

  

Pre Symposium Classes Friday March 28th, 2010

 

HAZWOPER 8 hour Refresher

8:30 am to 4:30 pm

 

Hazardous waste site workers and emergency response personnel that have completed Hazardous Waste Operations &  Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training at the Awareness, Operations or Technician levels are required by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration to participate in eight (8) hours of refresher training each year, to remain certified to work on hazardous materials sites. McKinzie Environmental instructors present selected modules from our 40-Hour HAZWOPER training program or other training modules we have developed that meet the requirements of OSHA regulation Title 29, Code of Federal

Regulations, Section 1910.120(e)(8). The list of topics include:

Hazardous Materials Regulations, Hazard Identification, toxicology

Chemistry and Chemical Hazards, Chemical and Incident References, Respiratory and Personal Protective Equipment,  Medical Surveillance, Heat and Cold Stress, Instrumentation,  Scene Assessment and Safety Plans, Decontamination, Incident Management, Primary References, Chemical Protective Clothing,  Radiation, Site Characterization and Control, Trenching and Shoring, Confined Space Entry, Small Container Handling,  Hazard Evaluation, Case Study Reviews,  Mercury in the Environment & Methamphetamine Overview. Lunch is included.

 

Instructors: McKinzie Environmental Instructors

Cost: $45.00 per student     Class Limit: 30

 

New Technology Update—Haz MAT ID FTIR Refresher

9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Refresh and expand how to use and maintain your HazMat ID / FTIR for optimal performance. Gain hands-on training and access to product  experts. Learn about the latest, fastest, and most reliable detection and identification equipment for first  response. See and experience new products for comprehensive threat assessment  Lunch Provided by Smiths Detection

 

Instructors : Bob Behrens & Dana VonKolen—Smiths Detection  Cost: FREE                         Class Limit: 30


 

 

Saturday, March 27th   8:00—5:00

 

Hazmat IQ Four-Step System  (8 hours) - CLASS IS FULL

Hazmat IQ is a  revolutionary process that guides a Hazmat technician through a very simple four- step system beginning with a quick, 10-second chemical size-up based entirely on the chemical name. Then the research component is streamlined, allowing the responder to quickly and safely make decisions on what meters are appropriate and the proper level of PPE needed. This session is a must for any responder who has experienced hazmat information overload.


Cris Aguirre, Lt. Hazmat Unit, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (FL);

 Joe Gorman, Hazardous Materials Technician, Fairfax County Fire and Rescue (VA)

 

Class Limit: 30 students 

 

Anhydrous Ammonia Emergency Class  (8 hours)

 In this class the PCS instructors will share their experience with firefighters, police, emergency medical workers and other public safety officials by providing information about Production of anhydrous ammonia, Rail car assessment, Valve arrangement, Potential leak sources, Corrective actions,  and Decontamination protocol.

At the HAZMAT training rail car sessions, emergency response technicians from PotashCorp facilities teach safety procedures, inspection, and basic leak repair techniques. The participants get to try their hand at repairing simulated leaks on the training rail car. The car’s interior allows participants to view the cut-away of valves, piping arrangements for liquefied compressed gases, acids and non-hazardous products.

 

Instructors: Potash Corporation


Class size is limited to 25 students per session

 

Gazing into your Crystal Ball (8 Hrs)  

 

Emergency response personnel must visualize the problem when responding to emergencies involving hazardous materials. class addresses the task of predicting the behavior of the product and the container and their interaction under the conditions of the emergency.

The
program will review the analysis processes and specifically discuss how to predict the behavior of the hazardous material - where it is likely to go, why it is likely to go there, how it will likely get there, when it will likely get there, and the harm it is likely to create when it does get there.

 

Instructor:  Charlie Wright

 

Class Limit : 30 Students

 

 

  

Saturday, March 27th   8:00—5:00

 

Pre hospital treatment of Chemical Burns  (8 hours)

 

Addresses the needs of the pre-hospital care personnel in caring for clients exposed to chemicals.The objectives of the course will give the participant a better understanding of chemicals, scene safety issues, decontamination concerns, assessment and initial treatment modalities for the client who has been injured.

 

The Chemical Burns  Class qualifies for 7 EMS continuing

education units as approved by the State of Nebraska

HHS EMS program. 

 

Instructors: St. Elizabeth Burn Center Staff  

 

 

Saturday , March 27th    8:00—5:00

Sunday, March 28th   8:00—12:00

 

NIMS 400 -  Advanced ICS Command & General Staff                                   ( 16 Hours)

 

This course provides training on and resources for

personnel who require advanced application of the

Incident Command System (ICS). The target audience

for this course is senior personnel who are expected to perform in a management capacity in an Area Command or Multi-agency Coordination Entity. This course expands

upon information covered in ICS-100 through ICS-300 courses. This course will include but not be limited to:

major and/or complex incident/event management, area command, and multi-agency coordination.

 

Prerequisite : • ICS-300 (Intermediate ICS)

 

Course Objectives:

·         Explain how major incidents engender special

management challenges.

• Describe the circumstances in which an Area Command is established.

• Describe the circumstances in which multi-agency coordination systems are established.

 

Instructors: Captain Robert Borer &

      Battalion Chief Pat Borer— Lincoln Fire & Rescue           

Class limit: 30 students

 


Saturday, March 27th    8:00—5:00

Sunday, March 28th   8:00—12:00

 

 

CAMEO  -  (12 Hours)

 

This course is targeted at emergency responders and planners involved in planning for and responding to all-hazards emergency situations that may arise in their communities. It reviews the fundamental elements of the CAMEO Suite (i.e., ALOHA, MARPLOT, LandView, and CAMEOfm) and includes detailed technical information and hands-on practice of critical elements of the Suite.

 

To better understand how the programs interface, participants are provided opportunities to practice key CAMEO procedures that allow users to enhance planning and response activities associated with community risks. These exercises clarify the connections between the programs and how they can enhance emergency planning

 

Instructors: EPA Region VII OSC

 

Class limit: 30 students

 

Saturday Evening, March 27th

  7:30—9:30pm

 

Disasters & Desserts General Session

 

 

Norfolk, Nebraska Propane Incident 

 

Join us for this general session and enjoy a piece of the Garden Café’s famous desserts and a presentation by the Norfolk Fire Divison as they recount the recent Propane Fire in December of 2009.

 

Additional tickets may be purchased for $2.00 at the registration room # 100

 

William Wright,

United States Chemical Safety Board

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday March 28th 8:00am to 12:00pm

 


IED Awareness  ( 4 hours)

 

This training will provide the participants a  overview of IEDs. The course will include IED anatomy, types, response guidelines, and history.

Course Objectives –participants will be able to understand the history and designs of IEDs and their potential targets. Define IED and Distinguish major components of an IED. Describe the features of potential targets and recognize the different varieties of packaged-type IEDs, and secondary devices.

 

Instructor: Jud McKinstry: Nebraska State Patrol

 

Emergency Medical Victim Care in Haz Mat Exposure- 4 hours

 

Participants will have the opportunity to provide care to a patient with symptoms of hazardous materials exposure using a human patient simulator.  Equipment will be available for students to practice skills with the additional complications created by the extensive personal protective equipment to build assurance in the equipment and their training.  All levels and types of responders welcome.   This session has been approved by the State of Nebraska HHS EMS Program for 4 hours of continuing Education Credits (CEUs) for EMS recertification.

 

Instructors: Beth Beam MSN, RN & Stephen Smith— HEROES Mobile Simulation Unit—UNMC College of Nursing    

 


 


DOT Awareness  ( 4 hours)

 

This class will cover basic trailer designs and features of tanker, bulk, hopper and multi compartment tankers as well as placarding requirements and shipping paper information. Also the requirements for haz  mat transportation security as issued by the USDOT will be discussed.  This training is good awareness level information for responders that may have calls involving commercial vehicles on state or federal highways in Nebraska. Resources such as the DOT ERG and the information available shall be covered in the training.

 

Instructor: Sergeant  Brad Wagner  -NSP Carrier Enforcement

 

 

 

 

Pluggin’ & Patchin’ & Overpackin’ (4 hours)

 

This hands on class will enable 1st responders to recognize, plan and deal with your most common types of leaks. Participants will be instructed on how to utilize various techniques for plugging, patching, and overpacking different products and damaged containers. In addition to the practical applications, Instructors will be focusing on bridging the gap between classroom and real world applications. Responders will be introduced to the view of Overpacking from the spiller, response contractor, and the disposal outlets that are left to dealing with the damaged overpacked containers. Participants will be asked to involved in the hands on training and they should wear steel toe footwear, eye protection, and gloves or bunker gear.

 

Instructors: David Michael & Orlando Sanchez — Haz Mat Response

 

NHMA Annual Awards

Every year since its inception the Nebraska Hazardous Materials Association has given out two awards at the annual Nebraska Haz Mat Symposium. These awards are:

 

Leadership Award -This award is given to a individual who has taken a leadership role in Hazardous Materials response, education and safety

 

Educator of the Year - This award is given to a individual who has taken a leadership role in Hazardous Materials Education &in the past year.

 

If you would like to nominate a person or group for one of these awards, please submit your nomination via email, including at least one paragraph on why you feel this person deserves the award. Please send all your nominations to either:

 

Vice Chairperson Darin Clark at clark3@inebraska.com or Past Chairperson Ron Eriksen at REriksen@lincoln.ne.gov

 

Please include NHMA Nominations in the subject line.

 

 

 

 

 

SYMPOSIUM INFORMATION

 

 

REGISTRATION: The registration fee is $85 for non members or $60 if you are a member of NHMA. Registration includes Symposium registration packet, breakfast, lunch, the general session on Saturday night, and breakfast on Sunday. One Day registration is $45 and includes that day’s activities and meals.

 

Send registrations via email (include NHMA registration on the subject line) to: clark3@inebraska.com or mail your registration and check payable to Nebraska Hazardous Materials Association to:

                        NHMA

                        2205 Bateman St.

                        Hastings, NE 68901   

 

 Federal Tax ID # 02-0760309

 

REFUNDS: Refund requests received before March 20th will be honored and a refund will be made. There will be no refunds after March 20th.

 

 

 

CLASS SELECTION: All classes will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. Please make a 1st & 2nd class choice, and all efforts will be made to get you in your first choice class. To ensure that you are enrolled in the class you are interested in, please register as soon as possible. NHMA is not a certifying organization and only offers these classes as an opportunity to learn. If you have any questions, please email Darin Clark at clark3@inebraska.com

 


Hotel Accommodations

 

Hastings Quality Hotel:

2205 Osborne Drive East

(402) 463-6721.

 

A block of 35 rooms has been reserved until March 14th, 2010.  Rates are $62.95 (a 12% sales & lodging tax not included) per night.  Reservations can be made by calling (402) 463-6721. Indicate that you are attending the Hazardous Materials Symposium.

 

Hastings Holiday Inn Express

3605 Cimarron Plaza

(402) 463-8858

 

A block of rooms has been reserved until March 14th, 2010.  Rates are $70.00 (a 12% sales & lodging tax not included) per night.  Reservations can be made by calling (402) 463-8858. Indicate that you are attending the Hazardous Materials Symposium

 

 

 

FAMILY FRIENDLY: 

 

NHMA strives to be a family friendly organization.  From Indoor Waterslides, The Central Nebraska Children’s Museum, YMCA, Pastime Lanes Family Fun Center, to the Lied Superscreen Theater, there is something for everyone to do in Hastings.  Ask about the “Things to Do in Hastings” information and discounted admissions to fun area attractions for you and your family when you register.


 


JOIN THE NEBRASKA HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ASSOCIATION

 

 The Nebraska Hazardous Materials Association (NHMA) draws upon the experience and expertise available from the public, industry, emergency response and regulatory agencies involved in the manufacturing, storage, transportation, disposal and public safety activities associated with hazardous materials. The NHMA is committed to providing opportunities for these groups and individuals to exchange information, share experiences, and learn  in an open and amiable form for the benefit of all.

 

Memberships to the Nebraska Haz Mat Association include: NHMA publications and discounts to all NHMA seminars, workshops and conferences. 

 

Individual membership: shall have voting privileges and be able to hold office within the association. 

 

New Individual                                                         $50.00

Renewal                                                                    $40.00

 

Student: Any Person in an accredited school studying any aspect of Hazardous Materials

(Letter of verification needed)                                $20.00

 

Organization: Private or Public, Unlimited members. (Please provide membership roster)                   $150.00

 

If you join NHMA before April 1, 2010 you will receive the member discount for the symposium and save $25.00 per person! Go to our website at www.nebraskahazmat.org to print out the membership form, and send it along with your annual dues to:

 

NHMA

2205 Bateman Street

Hastings, Nebraska             68901-4248

 

 

 

 

 

 

REGISTRATION

 

Fee:     $85.00  - Sat & Sun Registration

            $60.00—NHMA Member (2 days)

            $45.00—One Day Registration

 

Mail To:   NHMA 

                  2205 Bateman Street

                  Hastings, NE  68901 

 

Pre Symposium Classes - Fri.  March 26th 

 

___   8 Hr. HAZWOPER Refresher

        Haz Mat ID FTIR Refresher—FREE

                          

 Choose Your 1st & 2nd Choice Class - Sat. March 27th                             

 

 ___ Haz Mat IQ

       Gazing Into Your Crystal Ball

       Anhydrous Ammonia

       Chemical Burns

       NIMS 400 (2 day class) 

       CAMEO (2 day Class) 

 

Choose Your 1st & 2nd Choice Class—Sun. March 28th

 

         IED

       DOT Awareness

____Emergency Medical Victim Care in Haz Mat Exposure

       Pluggin’, Patchin’, & Overpackin’

 

Please Print:

 

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Address:                                                                                

 

City:                                                      State:                        

 

Phone:                                                            Zip______________

 

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