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April Chapter Meeting Information:

In-Person Meeting:
Welding Fumes: Past, Present and Future
Paul Utterback
Senior Industrial Hygienist IV
Oregon OSHA Consultative Services

Program Description: There have always been welding rules, sometimes buried, sometimes confusing, but they applied to general industry, construction and agriculture divisions, alike. Present-day exposure rules are changing basic work practices, and the future of welding will look noticeably different. We will review the basic rules for fumes, metals, and gases from common welding methods, and how the latest rules are impacting health and safety practices.
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Recent changes to the OSHA exposure limits for HexChrome, Beryllium and Manganese, and the use of best practice rules from the NIOSH and ACGIH agencies will be reviewed. We will also review current resources, checklists, trainings that are valuable tools for safety, health and ergonomics professionals.  The class outline will be:
 
            A review of common types of welding
            Current trends in site management and PPE
            Where the rules are (and which are most commonly cited)
            Resources (societies and best practices)
            High Hazard Items
            Exposures: History and Variables
            Basic Checklists
            Basic Consultation Report


Date/Time: April 4th, 2023
Executive Committee: Meeting at 10:00 at Black Bear Diner
Regular Meeting: 11:30 am 
Location: Black Bear Diner: 1150 E Barnett Rd, Medford, OR 97504

Presenter Bio:
I have worked in Fire and Emergency Medicine for just over 30 years. I have been able to work as a wildland firefighter, EMT for a transporting agency, structural firefighter, and currently as a Deputy Fire Marshal for the City of Medford Fire Department. I am a Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) and have earned the Oregon Fire Marshal Certification along with many other code and fire service certifications.

My primary focus with the Medford Fire Department is public education. I work to promote fire safety and lifesaving skills for all ages and enjoy being able to share some of my life experiences pertaining to fire safety. Outreach and education are my way of paying it forward with the intent to positively affect as many people as I can. 

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