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While we are wrapping up our annual Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) Night School, we do have several new additional learning opportunities on the horizon, including Chapter-lead EHMM Courses co-sponsored by the AHMP Cyber Chapter, National and NOVA Chapters of American Society of Safety Professionals; free HazMat Workshop opportunities lead by the esteemed Mr. Raymond Davis; and upcoming Webinar from the highly decorated Ms. Gloriana Reeser outlining one of her favorite things… awards!
As closure to the year becomes within reach, the Board of Directors and Committees are working diligently to wrap up annual tasks and on-board volunteers. We are kicking off the annual membership renewal campaign. We are also beginning the process of on-onboarding the incoming Board of Director members – Ms. Jan Marnicki, Mr. Dave Rice, and Mr. Vincent Ricevuto. Please join in congratulating these AHMP Leaders!
If you have an idea for Newsletter content or an upcoming webinar, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Take care, stay safe out there, and sport the new AHMP swag!
Kelsey Forde
AHMP Executive Committee Chair
Meet the New Board Directors for 2025
Welcome and congratulations to the newest Directors who will begin their term January 2025! Voting for this election closed on Thursday, October 31, 2024.
IHMM Partnership
The Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM) and the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals (AHMP) have forged an exciting new partnership, marking a significant milestone in the field of hazardous materials management. This collaboration, which commenced on November 1, 2024, and will run through December 31, 2025, aims to enhance educational opportunities and promote professional credentials in the industry.
Key Aspects of the Partnership
- Mutual Promotion and Information Sharing: AHMP will play a crucial role in promoting IHMM's credentials and educational programs. They will post relevant education and training programs on IHMM's Foundation website, ensuring that IHMM certificants have access to valuable learning opportunities aligned with IHMM blueprints. Additionally, AHMP will share announcements of special interest events with IHMM for publication in the IHMM Today electronic newsletter, fostering a broader reach for both organizations.
- Enhanced Visibility for IHMM Credentials: As part of this agreement, AHMP will actively promote IHMM credentials through their communication channels. This includes featuring credential promotion inserts in AHMP's newsletter, showcasing the various professional certifications offered by IHMM, such as the Associate Hazardous Materials Manager (AHMM).
- Collaborative Content Sharing: IHMM will reciprocate by providing space in its IHMM Today newsletter for AHMP to promote its initiatives and events. This mutual content sharing will ensure that professionals in the field stay informed about the latest developments, training opportunities, and industry news from both organizations.
Benefits for Professionals
This partnership brings numerous advantages to professionals in the hazardous materials management field:
- Expanded access to educational resources and training programs
- Increased awareness of professional credentials and certification opportunities
- Enhanced networking possibilities through shared events and announcements
- A more unified approach to addressing industry challenges and advancements
Looking Ahead
While the current agreement is set to conclude on December 31, 2025, both organizations have the option to extend their collaboration beyond this date, signaling a commitment to long-term cooperation in the field of hazardous materials management.
This strategic partnership between IHMM and AHMP represents a significant step forward in strengthening the hazardous materials management profession. By combining their resources and expertise, these organizations are poised to elevate industry standards, enhance professional development opportunities, and ultimately contribute to safer and more effective hazardous materials management practices.
Membership Renewals
We thank you for your participation over the past year and we hope you are enjoying the fantastic benefits of AHMP membership that include:
- Discounted registration on AHMP's EHS Hazmat Summit.
- Special member pricing on the AHMP Hazardous Materials Management Desk Reference, 4th Edition.
- Access to the Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) course presented by AHMP as an 11 week Night School or hosted by local AHMP chapters—The EHMM is the only comprehensive course designed to prepare you for many credentialing exams including the CHMM and CHMP exams, but is also the premier course for updating and maintaining many of your EHS&S professional training requirements.
- Free or discounted professional development webinars offered throughout the year.
- Access to the professional network of AHMP members providing expertise on just about any EHSS subject matter through the member directory and the My AHMP board.
- The AHMP Career Center, for EHS professionals looking for a job or an organization seeking an employee.
- Monthly newsletter—delivered directly to all AHMP members monthly via email. The newsletter provides industry, regulatory, leadership, and chapter updates.
- Involvement on AHMP Committees that coordinate our member activities and play an instrumental role in AHMP operations.
Please take a moment to login and renew your membership to continue your support of AHMP projects and initiatives!
Webinar: You Could Win an AHMP Award!
Each year during the AHMP Annual Conference, there is an Awards Ceremony and we want YOU on that stage! Join us on November 18 at 3:00 PM Eastern when speaker Glorianna L. Reeser, REM, CSRP, CHMM, CSP will review all of the available AHMP awards and the programs process to obtain them. Did you know there are 9 different types of AHMP awards given out? We know that you and your chapter have what it takes!
Register Now
EHMM Virtual Course
The AHMP Cyber Chapter, The National Capital Chapter of ASSP and the NOVA Chapter of ASSP are pleased to offer a virtual Essentials of Hazardous Materials Management (EHMM) course over 3 straight days. The EHMM will be December 10 - 12, 2024 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern time. The EHMM course is a great tool to prepare for the CHMM examination. New this year is the ability join for 8-hours to get your annual 8-hour refresher for HAZWOPER.
Who Should Attend*
- Experienced individuals such as technicians, engineers, scientists, facility supervisors and managers, and or regulators, who have assigned duties or responsibilities, related to management of hazardous materials and environmental, health and safety (EHS) issues.
- New individuals to the EHS&S area who need a broad overview of the field.
- Candidates for the CHMM or CHMP exam
* While targeted for experienced professionals and technicians, there are no prerequisites to take this training course. However, there are prerequisites for qualifying to take the subsequent IHMM examination.
Don’t wait, register today! A minimum number of students will be required by 12/1/24 for this course to be conducted.
Learn More & Register
2025 US DOT PHMSA NPETE HMIT Grant Workshops
If any AHMP Chapter or Section is interested in hosting a FREE US DOT PHMSA NPETE HMIT Grant Workshop for a maximum stipend of $2,000.00, please contact National Partnership for Environmental Technology Education (PETE) US DOT PHMSA HMIT Grant Project Coordinator/Lead Instructor Mr. Raymond C. Davis, CHMM, IHMM Fellow at [email protected] for more information.
2025 24hr NPETE US DOT PHMSA HMIT Grant BASIC Workshop Options
- Option 1: 24hr DOT, IATA, IMDG Workshop
- Option 2: 24hr DOT, IATA, PPE Workshop
- Option 3: 24hr DOT, RCRA LQG, IATA Workshop
- Option 4: 24hr (3) 8hr DOT-RCRA LQG HazWaste on 3 consecutive dates
- Option 5: 24hr (3) 8hr DOT HazMat Only on 3 consecutive dates
- NPETE can also offer combined 8hr DOT HazMat and/or 8hr DOT-RCRA LQG HazWaste on 3 consecutive dates
NOTES: NPETE can conduct these classes onsite at a business on behalf of an AHMP Chapter/Section. Only one class can be scheduled at a time. Once a class has started you may schedule an additional class based on availability
From the Professional Development Committee
One of the greatest resources we have as an association is our Desk Reference. Revision 4 was a total overhaul of the Desk Reference and was published in 2020. It was a collaborative effort (truly a work of love) by many of your fellow CHMMs. We are nearing the five-year mark and would like to review the content to see where it needs to be updated. While the PDC is has some resources to review, edit and amend the desk reference, it is always helpful to have extra eyes on the content. There are a number of instances where PFAS regulations already have or will soon be inserting themselves into various topics and there are a number of other emerging issues that may be in the same category.
For this reason, we are soliciting your assistance. We have identified our top 10 chapters (out of the 47 in the desk reference) to target for this first review. In order to participate, you must contact the committee and indicate your willingness to read and comment on a chapter (or chapters). Where there is content needing a refresh, or perhaps clarification, we ask for that feedback as well. We will provide a work sheet for you to complete with your notes and recommendations.
This activity counts towards your CEUs for certification (self-tracking of hours). We are happy to provide a certificate you can complete to track your time. Our plan is to solicit membership feedback and then assign 2 subject matter experts to each chapter to consider all the comments and research any changes needed. We are hoping to start the SME review early in 2025. So if you have an hour or two of downtime over the holiday season (it’s a slow regulatory time you know), this is a great opportunity to get CEUs and serve yourself and your fellow members. If interested, please reach out to Jennifer Koenig at [email protected] or call (812) 945-1541.
The first 10 chapters for review include:
- Chapter 8 Flammable Materials
- Chapter 13 Air Quality and Air Pollutant Management
- Chapter 14 Water Programs - Assigned
- Chapter 15 Waste Management - Assigned
- Chapter 17 Toxic Substances Control Act- Assigned
- Chapter 19 Hazardous Materials Transportation - Assigned
- Chapter 22 Environmental Sampling
- Chapter 23 Remediation Technologies
- Chapter 24 Brownfields
- Chapter 25 Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act
Additional chapters will be reviewed in the future. If there is a specific chapter you are interested in volunteering for, let us know.
Many thanks to all of those who contributed to the past edition. Clearly it does “take a village.” Special thanks to our editors who put in countless hours:
- Bruce Donato, CHMM, CSP, CECD, principal with K & A First Aid and Safety
- Brennah Hale, MA, a publishing professional who specializes in book editing and publicity
- Linda H. Lawhorn, CHMM, CDGP, Senior Transportation Specialist with StrataG
- Cheryl L. “Cheri” Marcham, PhD, CSP, CIH, CHMM, FAIHA, an assistant professor in the College of Aeronautics Worldwide Online Campus for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Thanks also to all of our contributing writers:
Elise Allen, CHMM – Tony Banks, MPH, MBA, CHMM – M. Patricia Buley, IOM – Brett A. Burdick, MS, MPA, PG, CHMM, CEM – Sarah Campbell, PMP – Kevin Cannon, CHMM, CSP – Dwight H. Clark, CET, CHMM – Jay Collert, CHMM, CET, MSEd – Charles W. L. Deale, FASAE, CAE – Valentino P. DeRocili, PhD, CHMM – Bruce A. Donato, CHMM, CSP, CECD – Heather A. Fariello, CHMM – Linda B. Gardiner, CHMM – Susan Gould, CSP, OHST, CHST, STSC – Zehra Schneider Graham, CHMM, REM – Douglas Grant, MEPC, CHMM – Janice E. Greene, CHMM – Carol Hall, CHMM – James M. Harless, PhD, CHMM – H. Marc Hawes, PE, CHMM – Thomas Hillmer, CHMM – Ruwan Jayasinghe, MS, QPRA, DABT – Gary S. Kephart, CIH, CHP, CSP, CHMM, RRPT – John S. Kirar, CSP, CHMM – Jonathan Klane, MSEd, CIH, CSP, CHMM, CET – Robert (Bob) LaRosa, PE – Stephen Laughlin, CHMM, CET – Daniel Levine, CHMM – Roy Litzenberg, CPEA – Jerman López, MS, CHMM, CSP – Bruce K. Lyon, PE, CSP, SMS, ARM, CHMM – Cheryl L. (Cheri) Marcham, PhD, CSP, CIH, CHMM, FAIHA – Mark A McGowan, MS, CSP, CIH, SMS, FAIHA – Sandra L. Millward, CHMM – Gene Morelli – Julia Norris, CHMM, CPEA – John Paul – Stephen Pelna, MS, CSP – Richard L. Raymond, Jr. – Susan D. Ripple, MS, MPH, FAIHA, CIH – Robert Roy, PhD, DABT – William Eugene “Gene” Sanders III, CDGP, CDGT, CIT, DGSA – Cheryl Sayler, CHMM – Craig J. Schwartz, CHMM, CPEA, CET – A. Bryan Seal, MS, CIH, CHMM – Robert Skoglund – Gregory D. Smith, MS, CHMM – Mary Kay Snow, CIH, CSP – Ron Snyder, MEd, CSP, CHMM, CET – Robin K. Spencer, CHMM – Joseph R. Stencel, PhD, CHMM, CSP – Carl A. Tarantino, MS, CHP, NRRPT – Colonel Steven G. Weems, MPH, CIH, CHMM – Bonnie Wisniewski, CHMM, CPEA – Michael H. Ziskin, CHCM, CHMM, CBCP, CBSP
And our peer reviewers:
Elise Allen, CHMM – Albert H. Arnofsky, CHMM – David M. Augenstein, MS, PE – Tony Banks, MPH, MBA, CHMM – Joe Bartholomew – Silvana L. Dominioni Bastin, CHMM, CSP – Zvi Blank, PhD, CHMM, Fellow IHMM – Philip I. Brilliant, CHMM, LSRP – Debbie Browning, PE, PMP – Chris Brudecki – Jay Collert, CHMM, CET – Steve Crouch, CHMM – Christopher Cutler, CHMM, CIH, PE – Bruce A. Donato, CHMM, CSP, CECD – Justin R. Frazier, CHMM, PE – Richard Friesner, CHMM, CPC – John Grabs, PG – H. Marc Hawes, PE, CHMM – Carl W. Heinlein, CSP, OHST, ARM, CPEA, CRIS, CSHM, STSC – Joe E. Jenkins, PG, CHMM, CPESC – Eric R. Johnson, CHMM, AICP – Linda H. Lawhorn, CHMM, CDGP – Dan Levine, CHMM – Jerman Lopez, MS, CHMM, CSP – Diana L. Lundelius, CHMM – Michael D. Maheux, CHMM – Amy Martinez, CHMM – Chad Mathews – Rebecca Neal, CHMM – Paul E.R. Packbier, CHMM, REM, CESM, CEA – Michael Palmer, CSP, CIH – Amy B. Rosenstein, MPH – Terry Schomer – Sarath Seneviratne, CIH, CSP, CBSP, CHMM – Gregory D. Smith, MS, CHMM – Mark Smith, CHMM, CIH, CSP – Timberlyn Smith, CHMM – Ron Snyder, CSP, CET – Carl A. Tarantino, MS, CHP, NRRPT – Thomas Whitman, CHMM – Ron Wilkins, CHMM – Steve Williams, CHMM
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