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Conference Presentations and Materials

9% or 90%: An Assessment of the EPA Lab Rule Criteria
   Kent Clawson, Colorado College
   John DeLaHunt, University of Texas – San Antonio
   Abstract    Power Point

Case Studies: Discovering Mercury during Renovations
   Karen A. Trimberger, Manager, Environmental Programs, Duke University and Medical Center
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out

DHS Chemical Facility Rule Roundtable
   Bill Diesslin, Associate Director, Iowa State University
   Andy Phelan, Assistant Director, University Minnesota
   Dennis Sulivan, Assistant Director, University of Louisville
   Adam Peters, Environmental Compliance Program Manager, University of Virginia
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out

Climate Change: Science, Policy Options and Opportunities for University Environmental Managers
   Gordon Evans, Environmental Manager, The Texas A&M University System
   Abstract    Power Point

The Columbia University EH&S Merger Experience
   Steven Berman, Laboratory Safety Officer, Columbia University
   Lauren Kelly, Hazardous Materials Specialist, Columbia University
   Christopher Pitoscia, Laboratory Safety Officer and Assistant Biological Safety Officer, Columbia University
   Abstract    Power Point

Conducting Peer Audits under the EPA Audit Policy: The AICUP Success Story
   Mr. James McCormick, Director of Environmental Health and Safety, Bucknell University
   Ms. Victoria Justus, President , Turning Bird Consulting, Ltd.
   Abstract

DEA Controlled Substances Management and Disposal
   Kathryn Johnson, Technical Service Representative, Triumvirate Environmental
   Gina Agoglia, Field Chemist, Triumvirate Environmental
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

Environmental Management Systems and Electronic Management Tools - Facilitating Organizational Change (How to have people change even when they don’t want to)
   Dan Winograd , Vice-President, Woodard & Curran
   Abstract    Power Point

EPA Update: Activity in the College & University Sector
   Adam H. Steinman, Senior Vice President, Woodard & Curran
   Abstract

EPA’s Lab Waste Rule: Status Update
   Jessica Biegelson, U.S. EPA, Office of Solid Waste
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

How to Make Your Main Accumulation Area Work for You
   Clifford Knee, Manager of Hazardous Waste, SUNY Stony Brook
   Colleen M. Greaney, Director of Environmental Health & Safety, St. John's University
   Christina Peters, Higher Education Account Manager, Triumvirate Environmental
   Michael Duckfield, Healthcare Account Manage, Triumvirate Environmental
   Abstract

Hazardous Waste Compliance Challenges of a Small College
   Marcia Metcalfe, Chemical Hygiene and Technical Specialist, Elmira College
   Abstract    Outline

Managing Environmental Safety and Health (MESH) System at SUNY Brockport
   Dave Turkow, Director of Environmental Health and Safety, SUNY Brockport
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

Management of Hazardous Waste from the University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center
   Gregory Gehrig, Environmental Compliance Specialist, University of Illinois at Chicago
   Cindy Klein-Banai, Assistant Director for Chemical Safety, University of Illinois at Chicago
   Abstract    Power Point

Meeting the Standard of Care Established by the Emergency Response Guidebook
   Michael G. Pirrello, EH&S Engineer (ERT Coordinator), Cree, Inc.
   Abstract

Mercury in Demolition and Renovation: The Decommissioning of a 1920s era Chemistry Building
   Michael Long, Safety Officer, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
   Abstract

Nanaline Duke Lab Fire – Murphy’s Law or Haunted Building
   Kathleen D. Ingram, Manager, Waste Operations, Duke University and Medical Center
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

PCBs in Building Materials: New Environmental Challenges for Building Renovation and Restoration Projects
   Brian Fitzpatrick, Environmental Management Services Program Head, University of Massachusetts Amherst
   Maximilian P. Chang, Senior Scientist, Environmental Health & Engineering, Inc.
   Abstract    Power Point

Preparing for an Influenza Pandemic
   Dennis K. Sullivan, Assistant Director and Emergency Coordinator, University of Louisville
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Supplement 1    CDC brief    Power Point

Perspective: Rediscovering the Importance of Regulatory Oversight through Personal Experiences of Environmental Disasters in a Caribbean Neighbor
   Sean Whalen and Bill Diesslin
   Iowa State University Department of Environmental Health and Safety
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

RCRA in the Ivory Tower Challenging Sages and Tyros Alike
   Fardad Firooznia, Instructor, Lion Technology
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

Risk Assessment for Hazardous Waste Comminglers at Various Universities
   Cynthia Klein-Banai, Assistant Director, Environmental Health and Safety and
   Graduate Student, University of Illinois at Chicago
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

A Small College’s Voluntary Environmental Audit Experience
   Peggy A. Miller, Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, Indiana
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out

Small School Peer Review
   Eric Germain, Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator, Eastern Connecticut State University
   Abstract

A Snapshot Survey of Emergency Management Programs at Colleges and Universities
   Dennis K. Sullivan, Assistant Director and Emergency Coordinator, University of Louisville
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Survey    Results    Power Point

A System-Wide Commitment to Environmental Management Systems: Starting Down the Path
   Gordon Evans, Environmental Manager, The Texas A&M University System
   Abstract    Power Point

US DOT Hazardous Materials Shipping Outreach
   Anthony H. Murray, U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin.,
   Hazardous Materials Safety Assistance Team - Eastern Region
   Anthony Affissio, Special Agent, Federal Aviation Administration, Security and Hazardous Materials Division
   Abstract    Power Point - Part 1    Power Point - Part 2

Using a Database and AutoCAD Software for Campus Planning, Maintenance and Emergency Management
   Jason Sampson, Washington State University
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

Using EMS to Ensure Environmental Compliance into the Future
   Thomas S Seguljic, Regional Manager, HRP Associates, Inc.
   Abstract    Slide Hand Out    Power Point

UW's Strategy for Environmental Stewardship Goes from ‘Grass Roots’ to 'Day to Day’
   AJ Van Wallendael, Environmental Stewardship Coordinator, University of Washington
   Abstract    Power Point

Waste Minimization Strategies That Work: A Case Study of Boston University and Umass Lowell
   Glenn MacDonald, Safety Specialist, University of Massachusetts Lowell
   Michael Benson, Director of Higher Education Division, Triumvirate Environmental
   Paul M. Kelly, Jr., Environmental Manager, Boston University
   Abstract