Presenters - 2010 Safety Congress

Joe Crews
CEO/President
Crews Crane Training International, Inc.
High Point, NC
Joe has designed a crane operator and inspection training program for major industrial companies to assure OSHA safety compliance. He holds the Manager of Environmental Safety and Health (MESH) certificate and is an OSHA Outreach Trainer and U.S. Navy Certified Safety Inspector. Joe holds a variety of crane, hoist, and rigger certifications. He has 30 years of extensive safety experience with the U.S. Navy and Navy Reserves.

“Don’t Get Caught With Your Hoist Down”
Friday  10:00am-11:30am  Salon A
Do you have overhead cranes and hoists in your facility? This workshop will cover sling basics, OSHA, CMAA, and ANSI/ASME B30 regulations as they apply to hoist and crane operators. Training, proper inspection programs, lifting techniques, and basic rigging safety will also be addressed in this session.

Ronald J. Graves, CSP
Assistant VP-Loss Control
Key Risk Management Services
Greensboro, NC
Ron manages a staff of 12 field specialists and several independent consultants in providing loss control services to insured and self-insured clients in 10 states. As Director of Loss Control, he serves as a primary resource to senior management to mitigate employer exposure to work-related injury. Ron graduated with a BA Degree in Biology from the University of Denver (Colorado) and is a Certified Safety Professional.

“Outsourcing Safety: Will a Consultant Lead You to Success?”
Thursday  11:00am-12:00pm  Salon A
This presentation uses real examples to evaluate the pros and cons of using outside resources, showing how EH&S can positively impact an entire organization, and demonstrating that organizational culture doesn’t have to start at the top. No one person can be an expert in every area. The key is to identify the areas where additional expertise is required and locate individual experts that meet the specific needs of the organization.

Michael A. Lampart, Ph.D.
Corporate Safety Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
Mooresville, NC
Dr. Lampart is responsible for 12,000+ employees working in 39 facilities across the country. Most of these facilities exceed 1.5 million square feet. Dr. Lampart has 29 years of safety, health, and environmental experience and has worked for the Naval Aviation Depot, Naval Public Works Center, and the United States Department of Agriculture, in addition to his current position with Lowe’s. He holds a BS, MS, and PhD from Columbia Southern University, the Manager of Environmental Safety and Health (MESH) certificate, and is an OSHA Outreach Trainer.

“Safe and Productive Use of Power Equipment”
Thursday  1:30pm-3:00pm  Yorkmont Room
This session will cover how to productively use a variety of power equipment in warehouse and store environments. OSHA regulations, personal protective equipment, and training at small and large facilities will be covered using real life examples.

Debra C. Lord, PT, CEAS II
President
Job Ready Services, LLC
Raleigh, NC
Debra is a Licensed Physical Therapist who is a recognized expert on ergonomic risk assessment, job analysis, behavioral training, work injury management, and objective functional capacity testing. As an industrial clinician, Debra will offer valuable insight into successful best practice models that reduce absenteeism following workplace injury or illness. She graduated from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill with a BS Degree in Physical Therapy and maintains certifications as an Ergonomic Assessment Specialist and WorkSTEPS Evaluator.

“Age and Ergonomics: Considerations for the Aging Workforce”
Friday  9:30am-10:30am  Tryon Room
As we age our physical abilities change greatly but the physical demands of our jobs do not. Therefore modifications are often needed, but do we know what modifications are reasonable and that do not cause further injury or overcompensation? In this presentation you will learn the effects of aging on the body, what risk factors exist in the workplace and how to compensate for those risk factors. Learn ways to legally ensure the safety of existing employees, including Fit for Duty testing and learn proven methods of work injury prevention and management.

“Stay at Work versus Return to Work”
Friday  11:00am-12:00pm  Tryon Room
Although our business world changes, employers still have the ability to manage their worker’s comp risk and reduce work disability. This session will: 1) explore how Stay at Work programs differ from Return to Work programs; 2) help you understand how allowing physicians to make vocational decisions negatively affect profitability and 3) provide tools available to all employers to protect profitability.

Anna Mangum
EHS Specialist
NCSU, Industrial Extension Service
Raleigh, NC
Anna specializes in the delivery of EHS classes and on-site services including ISO 14001, HAZWOPER, and a variety of occupational health and safety classes. She is also a member of a cross-functional team bringing an integrated "Lean, Green, and Clean" program to North Carolina. Anna is the outreach coordinator of the Southeastern OSHA Training Institute (OTI) Education Center. She helps instruct OTI courses and manages all OTI students and trainers to ensure the Education Center’s compliance with federal OSHA guidelines. In addition, Anna is the coordinator for the Manager of Environmental, Safety and Health (MESH) certificate program at NC State.

"Developing Safety Management Systems"
Thursday  1:30pm-3:30pm  Salon A
Do you have a safety program or a safety management system? This session will identify the four critical elements that make an effective safety and health management system. Learn the benefits of implementing a safety and health management system as well as compare recognized management systems like VVP and Carolina STAR, ISO 18001, ANSI Z10 and ILO-OSH.

Steve Naylor
Vice President
EnviroSafe Consulting & Investigations, Inc.
Graham, NC
Steve Naylor is Vice President for EnviroSafe Consulting & Investigations, Inc. He has over 20 years experience in the chemical industry and functions as a Hazardous Materials trainer, responder, and consultant. Steve has responded to, commanded, and mitigated numerous chemical emergencies and has written many plans such as Emergency Action Plans and Bioterrorism/Terrorism Plans. He works with private industry, local municipalities, and the healthcare industry to develop top-notch Health, Safety, Environmental, and Hazardous Materials/Disease outbreak programs.

Danny Lineberry
Training and Compliance Specialist
EnviroSafe Consulting & Investigations, Inc.
Graham, NC
Danny Lineberry is a Training and Compliance Specialist for EnviroSafe Consulting & Investigations, Inc. He has over sixteen years of experience in the volunteer and public safety sectors. Fourteen years was devoted to Hazardous Materials Response and Mitigation, the past seven years as Hazardous Materials Team Captain. Danny has participated in the development and delivery of training drills for state and local agencies. He has also been involved with writing, reviewing, and implementing hazardous materials treatment protocols, and biohazard plans for local hospitals.

"Emergency Preparedness for Your Industry"
Thursday  8:30am - 10:00am  Yorkmont Room
Whether it is a fire, a chemical spill, an act of violence, a natural disaster, or some other type of emergency, you should be prepared. Attendees will learn the importance of taking an “All Hazards” approach in preparing for all types of emergencies. This informational session will also discuss the fundamentals along with the dos and don’ts of emergency planning, training, and exercises /drills.

Tim Neubauer
Safety Director
Citadel Contractors, Inc.
Apex, NC
Timothy Neubauer has over seven years experience as a safety instructor. He is a certified OSHA Outreach Trainer in both general industry and construction. Mr. Neubauer is certified by The National Safety Council as a First Aid/CPR Instructor and holds instructor credentials in the Council's Professional Truck Driving and Defensive Driving (4-Hour) programs. He is also a National Safety Council Advanced Safety Certificate instructor and certified in scaffolding and trenching competent person training.

"Safety Evolution"
Thursday  10:30am-12:00pm  Yorkmont Room
Business revenues are off, layoffs have ravaged the staffing, and budgets are slashed. Frankly, you’re happy to still have a job, right? The mere thought of asking for training time for safety makes you cringe. All of the hard work that was put into your program has paid off. Incidents are down. Injuries are down in frequency and severity, and your workforce is now comprised of the cream of the crop, the best and brightest. The safety program is running on cruise control……..or is it? Assuming that your program is going to maintain itself without periodic evaluation, assessment, and adjustments is just waiting for the evolution to happen. Hoping that the “Big Bang” is just a theory? Or that the “breaking news” event, the “game changer” will never happen? Without nurturing evolution, the most likely catalyst for your program will be the Big Bang. Creationism is not the most cost effective way to manage a safety program either. Adapting the program to your needs, may be the solution. We discuss options to the issues during this presentation.

Keith Patterson
Ocuppational Safety and Health Trainer
Safety and Health Council of North Carolina
Raleigh, NC
Keith has been an OSHA Outreach Trainer for General Industry and Construction for the Safety and Health Council of North Carolina since 2003. He also teaches the National Safety Council's Advanced Safety Certificate Program. Keith's work in safety started in the mining industry, with both underground and surface mining, and working as a liason with the Mine Safety and Health Administration. He has worked with Grainger, Inc. in general industry safety and has extensive experience in the construction field as a safety management consultant on job sites. Keith holds the Manager of Environmental Safety and Health Certificate (MESH), Advanced Safety Certificate (ASC), and Advanced MESH Certificate.

"OSHA 10 Hour for Construction Certification Course"
Wednesday, November 17 - 9:00am-4:30pm in Charlotte Classroom &
Thursday, November 18 - 8:00am-11:00am  Salon B, Embassy Suites
Is your job site in compliance? Make sure it is with this comprehensive two day OSHA sanctioned course that will give your employees compliance essentials relevant to their job. Course includes the latest copy of OSHA construction standards. Participants who complete this course will receive the OSHA 10 Hour Construction Card verifying they have received the training OSHA requires.

Roy Rutledge
Senior Occupational Safety and Health Trainer
Safety and Health Council of North Carolina
Charlotte, NC
Roy is currently OSHA Outreach trainer for general industry and construction and has been Master Trainer for Safety and Health Council of North Carolina since 2001. He is a US Navy retiree with 20 years Naval Aircrew, Tactical Instructor, Operations CPO, and NAVOSH (Squadron Aviation Industrial & Flight Deck Safety) experience. Since retiring from the Navy in 1990, Roy worked in general industry, construction, and hospital settings, including Carolinas Medical and Alcoa Corporation, providing safety management and support in a myriad of workplace settings.

"NFPA 70E Arc Flash"
Wednesday, November 17  12:30pm-4:30pm  Charlotte Classroom
This concise, practical workshop is designed to give you the basics on NFPA 70E/Arc Flash. Subjects covered include electrical hazards and protection and and overview of the standard. Plus, hazard evaluation procedures, causes of arc flash/blast, protection boundaries, and personal protective equipment will be covered. This is a timely and important topic. Get the information you need in this certification track session.

Howard Setzer
DDC Instructor
"Howard the Philosopher of Bad Boy Driving School"
Safety and Health Council of North Carolina
Charlotte, NC
Howard has 28 years of experience in patrol as a traffic safety specialist and crash reconstructionist with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. He is a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served in the military police. Howard is a native of Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains and spent 18 years growing up on a dairy farm. He is a certified instructor in the National Safety Council 4-hour, Alive at 25, and Attitudinal Dynamics of Driving Defensive Driving Courses. His unique presentation of the DDC material as “Howard the Philosopher of Bad Boy Driving School” recently earned him a one-hour, live morning time slot on the nationally syndicated “Bob and Sheri” radio show.

"DDC 4 Hour Course"
Friday  8:00am-Noon  Yorkmont Room
The National Safety Council’s 4-Hour Defensive Driving Course (DDC-4) is one of the most widely taught and corporate mandated driving programs in the country. And for good reason. Crashes, injuries, and citations all can cost you and your company time and money, not to mention the personal toll that traffic incidents can inflict. This course teaches you strategies on coping with road rage, impaired and high speed drivers, and the risks of distracted driving. Plus, you will be given practical tips on improving your driving skills and how to handle today’s driving environment. Get your certification in DDC-4 taught by one of the Council’s most popular instructors.

W. Jon Wallace, CSP, MBA
Occupational Safety Consultant
Workplace Group
Chapel Hill, NC
Jon has over 22 years of experience in occupational safety. His focus includes providing NFPA 70E assistance for clients and developing equipment-specific lockout/tagout procedures. He performs technical research for clients on OSHA regulations as well as national consensus codes (ANSI, ASME, NFPA). Jon is certified by the NC Department of Labor as an Independent STAR Assessor for the Carolina STAR program. He holds a MBA from West Virginia University and a BS Degree in Safety Engineering Technology from Fairmont State University. Jon also is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

“Combustible Dust - Things That Go Boom!”
Friday  9:00am-10:30pm Salon D
This session discusses hazards of combustible dusts and reviews recent explosions. Applicable NFPA codes on combustible dust will be reviewed as well as the revised NFPA 654 standard and OSHA enforcement.

Ted D. Wilburn
Portfolio Executive, Construction, Southeast Region
Zurich Services Corporation
Waxhall, NC
As a risk engineering Portfolio Executive, Ted has worked in the insurance industry for over 30 years providing safety consulting services to a wide variety of clients.  He specialized in safety for the manufacturing and services industries from 1977 to 1997 providing services ranging from fire protection to fleet and workers compensation safety.  He was also a National Board certified boiler and pressure vessel inspector from 1978 until the mid 1980's.  In 1997, Ted began to specialize solely in construction safety being responsible for servicing middle market, large contractors, contractor controlled insurance programs (CCIPs) and owner controlled insurance programs (OCIPs).  He performs risk analysis/evaluations for prospective accounts and provides safety consulting services for existing clients.

“Boomers, X's and Y's: Managing an Age-Diversed Workforce”
Thursday  9:00am-10:30pm Salon A
The trend of workers putting off retirement frequently results in an age-diverse workforce comprised of members from several generations. This seminar explores the physical and cultural differences between workers of different generations, identifies the hazard controls that differ by age group, discusses the advantages/characteristics of an older workforce and offers keys to successfully managing different generations.