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Opening  Session

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

 

Evolving to Truly Human Leadership 

Keynote Speaker:

Bob Chapman, CEO and Chairman, Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc. 

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Session I

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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A. Cybersecurity:  New Certifications

Wayne Schaw, Founder, Five 9s Consulting

Cybersecurity and the construction of government buildings are intertwined like never before.  The DOD has found it necessary to implement CMMC certifications for all General Contractors.  This requirement will be included in DOD RFPs starting in 2025.  It is crucial to prepare for this requirement as the process typically takes 9 to 12 months. Find out the elements of this training and why IT and management must understand the certification standard and how other government agencies worldwide are adopting the CMMC.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health, Construction. Intermediate.

Learning Objectives: Understanding the CMMC certification with relevance to the construction industry. 

 

B. Stress Management: Coping with Conflict 

 Caitlin McNeece, MSW, LCSW, Private Walking Eachother Home Wellness 

Explore innovative strategies and practical techniques to effectively cope with and reduce stress in various aspects of life. Caitlin will highlight key findings from stress reduction research and discuss communication's imperative role in managing stress, especially in workplace contexts. Attendees will learn about recognizing signs of stress in others and enhancing their ability to support colleagues, friends, and family members in maintaining well-being and fostering healthier, more productive environments.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health, Wellness. Basic.

 

C. Transitioning Your Workforce to a Better Ergonomic Mindset. 

Justin Azbill, Director-National EHS, Milwaukee Tool

A presentation that shows proven methods of increasing risk identification of ergonomic hazards within the construction industry that identify with Trade Professionals as they engage in operational tasks.   We show methods that will change your safety culture and reduce ergonomic incidents.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health, Construction, Wellness. Intermediate.

Learning Objectives: Methods of reducing ergonomic incidents and communicating the hazards of daily hand/power tool use.

 

D. Confined Space Awareness Changes in the Industry with Air Monitoring

Tony Coco, Owner, Archview Services

Dennis Pivin, Director of Health, Safety and Environmental, NASSCO  

Confined space awareness and optional Hands-on course. There are many occupations that require the safe performance of work when confined space is involved. Understanding these hidden dangers, and the critical importance of proper preparedness in confined spaces, are vital to a safe work site. This course will cover the five critical components of confined space awareness and participants can sign up for break-out sessions that will be hands-on learning.  This will include actual CS entry and practice using the right equipment for the job.

Target Areas:  Safety, Occupational Health. Basic  

Learning Objectives: Learn the five critical components of confined space awareness. Participants can sign up for break-out sessions that will be hands-on learning

NEW: Confined Space Hands-on entry practice will be by sign-up only after the awareness course. Hands-on training will be in groups of 4 – 6 participants and will be scheduled throughout the conference.  Please Note:  this is a pilot project that we hope to be able to offer annually. 

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Session II

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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A. Safety Management Through the eyes of Technology

Rob McKinney, ConAppGuru | Coach

Safety management on construction projects has evolved in parallel with the evolution of mobile technology. The traditional workflows of documenting safety meetings, inspections and accident reports continue to move from paper-based forms to real-time, cloud data that enhances accountability and reporting. In this presentation, Rob McKinney will explore the use of new technologies such as BIM for hazard recognition, Virtual Reality for training, Apps to improve mental fitness, and software that can increase safety performance. Learn about the best practices in using technology to improve safety management programs on the job site and at the office and how you can draft a plan to fit your company’s objectives. 

Target Areas:

1 ) Design through prevention (hazard review through BIM)

2 ) Safety training in Augmented Reality (AR) & Virtual Reality (VR)

3 ) Apps for mental fitness (Medication, Breathwork, and Sound)

4 ) Safety documentation through mobile Apps

5 ) Advances in PPE (Boots, Heated Gear, and more)

 

B. Post Offer Employment Testing:  From Funny Handshakes to Awkward Waves, Managing Risk in Hiring

Kevin Wilhite, MPT, DMT, CEAS, SSM Health Physical Therapy

Discuss the benefits of a post-offer physical demand testing program with an emphasis on program development, legal considerations, ROI, and case studies for handling unusual situations.

Safety, Occupational Health. Basic.

Learning Objectives: After participating in this session, attendees should be able to: 1. Recognize the economic impact on employers from Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD)/Cumulative Trauma Disorder (CTD) issues 2. Discuss the components of the development of a compliant Post Offer Employment Testing (POET) Program 3. Analyze employer injury data to illustrate potential cost savings/return on investment and injury reduction rates through the usage of POETs.

 

C. Breathe Easy: Basics of Respiratory Protection

Shana Lawson, EHSH Manager and Consultant

Respiratory protection is crucial for safeguarding against airborne hazards in the workplace. This session will cover the fundamental principles of respiratory protection, including types of respirators, proper selection, fitting, and usage. Attendees will learn about the importance of respiratory protection programs, OSHA requirements, and maintenance practices to ensure effectiveness and compliance.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health. Basic.  

 

D. Arc Flash & NFPA 70E Compliance vs. ACTUALLY Being Electrically Safe!

Dave Ritter, President and Lead Consultant, Ritter Safety & Facility Support

 It’s been 20 years since the 2004 Edition of NFPA 70E transformed the world of Electrical Safety. You’ve been to the seminars, you’ve had your Arc Flash Study completed, you’ve trained your employees and you’ve purchased and issued the PPE. BUT, if you’re like the hundreds of clients we’ve consulted from across the nation, you’re probably still well short of true compliance and your employees are still too susceptible to deadly electrical accidents. You can determine if you’re employees are actually Qualified and if your workplace is truly compliant with NFPA 70E and OSHA, by asking your technicians a few very basic, but critically important questions. This presentation will give you the ability to assess your current state of compliance and arm you with strategies to ensure that your employees understand and are implementing the lifesaving work practices required by NFPA 70E & OSHA. An intermediate presentation.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health, Basic.  

 

E. Ladders: A Demonstration and Discussion of Protection and Hazard Controls  

Chad Lingerfelt, Director of Training and Jobsite Safety and Security, Werner Company

Join Chad for a hands-on demonstration of ladder safety on the job site that will cover  A-B-C-D and E of Fall Protection while using ladders.  Chad will also discuss the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or minimize exposure to hazards while using ladders on job sites.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health, Basic

 

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Session III

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

 

A. Cracking the Code: Life Safety Insights with Monarch Fire Protection District

Jim McKay, Monarch FD

Join us for an informative session presented by the Fire Prevention Bureau of the Monarch Fire Protection District. They will provide insights into the life safety code and share common findings from annual building inspections. Learn about critical fire safety measures, compliance requirements, and practical tips to enhance fire safety in your facilities.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health. Basic. 

 

B. Creating a Safety Lady: a no nonsense approach to formal and informal mentorship. 

Jen Horstmann, Safety Director, Schnucks Markets Inc.

Domini Montgomery, Safety Director, Saint Louis Zoo   

In this session, we'll hear perspectives from the mentee and the mentor as we dive into establishing a mentorship program, even if your organization doesn't have a formal program established.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health, Basic

 

C. 2024 Missouri Comp – Advanced Litigation Strategies and Management

Chris Archer, Partner, Archer & Lassa LLC   

Chris will update you on changing issues in work comp and advanced litigation strategies.  Chris’s presentations are always informative with a lot of fun thrown in.  Be prepared to participate in work comp Jeopardy! 

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health. Basic.

Learning Objectives:  To keep you up to date with trends and strategies in the workers’ compensation arena. 

 

D. Forklift: Pedestrian Collision Avoidance & Safety

Pete Fogarty, Lead Instructional Design Omnimax

This presentation will focus on forklift pedestrian safety and provide an understanding of the current collision warning/avoidance landscape, and market directions including new innovative products  It will offer a framework for making informed decisions using relevant evaluation criteria leading to functional solutions.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health and Safety. Basic. 

Learning Objectives: learning current statistics on forklift safety and a framework for evaluation and solutions.  

 

E. Safe at Heights: Essential Fall Protection ABCs with Live Demo

Bo Solari, Shur Sales

Falls are a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities, making fall protection a critical aspect of any safety program. This session will introduce the ABCs of fall protection, offering essential insights into Anchor points, Body support, and Connecting devices. Attendees will learn key principles for selecting, inspecting, and using fall protection equipment. The session includes a live drop-truck demonstration by 3M Fall Protection, providing a hands-on experience that shows workers what to expect and how to respond in fall scenarios.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health and Safety. Basic. 

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Session IV

1:15 AM - 2:00 PM

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A. Safety Hardware + Safety Software = Actual Lasting Safety Culture

Scott Debo, Safety Manager, Arch Key Solutions

Most companies nowadays have good or even great safety programs. That's the Safety Hardware. Few companies have effective Safety Software which can be the key to LEADING INDICATORS or more importantly LEADING ACTIONS. Scott will show you how and why!

Target Areas: Safety, Construction, Intermediate.

Learning Objectives: Understanding the difference between managing procedures, regulations, or rules and managing people, their decisions, and habits. Success in both areas is needed to have true safety in the workplace (and at home).

 

B. Safety Podcasting 101

Joseph Blackman, Founder, Vintendo Training Solutions 

Dennis Pivin, Director of Health, Safety and Environmental, NASSCO  

This class is about the basics of what it takes to make a podcast the best it can be for your target audience.  We will focus on the basic art and craft of podcasting - with a focus on finding subjects and generating ideas, crafting an interview, pulling together the gift of authentic conversation, and creating a podcast that utilizes your best skills and style and employs a strong theme.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health and Safety. Basic. 

 

C. Let’s Get into the WEED

Brad Young, Partner, Harris Dowell Fisher & Young L.C.

Brad will address not only the recent legalization of recreational marijuana but also how this impacts Employers and Carriers across Missouri.  You will learn how Judges are dealing with this issue, and how to take steps to ensure that employees who are under the influence of marijuana can still be disciplined under Missouri law.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health and Safety. Basic. 

 

D. SRL’s Unraveled:  Class 1 and Class 2 Differences

Bo Solari, Shur Sales

Self-retracting lifelines (SRLs) are vital for worker safety at heights, but it's crucial to understand the differences between the new ANSI Class 1 and Class 2 SRLs to ensure proper use and compliance. This session will provide an overview of the key distinctions between these two classes, including their intended applications, performance criteria, and regulatory requirements. Attendees will gain insights into selecting the right SRL for various working environments and learn about maintenance best practices to ensure ongoing safety.

Target Areas: Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Basic

 

Closing Session

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

 

Safety is Hot: Hear the hot topics from our Panel of Professionals and Get your Burning Questions Answered...  STill time to submit your anonymous questions HERE

Meet our Panel:

• Consultation: Dan Stark, CIH, CSP, Assistant Director, Program Manager at Missouri Department of Labor Relations  

• DOT: Lisa Lamons, Training and DOT Director at Concrete Strategies  

• EHS: Sheila Schmidt, CSP, ARM, Safety & Risk Services Regional Manager, Missouri Employers Mutual   

• MSHA: Bob Blaylock, CSP, CMSP, Safety and Training Consultant

• OSHA: Bill McDonald, CSP, OSHA Area Director, Greater St. Louis     

 

A Burning Questions form will be sent out in early September! During this session, our panel will provide concise insights into trending topics within their expertise, addressing your burning questions.  Engage in fruitful discussions, gain knowledge from others’ queries and conclude with an interactive Q&A session.   

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CEU Credits: A certificate of .60 CEU will be EMAILED TO YOU AFTER THE CONFERENCE​​​​​

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