2017 Webinars

The SLCan PD Committee is accepting abstracts from anyone interested in presenting a webinar in next year's monthly series. The PD Committee is also interested to know if there are any special topics that members are interested to learn more about. Please send your input and abstracts to Kevin Humeniuk at kevin.humeniuk@architecture49.com. Thanks very much in advance.

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January 11, 2017 - Process Safety: It’s Not Just for Chemical Plants and Refineries!
February 8, 2017 - Exhaust Re-entrainment and Air Quality Issues in Building Design
March 8, 2017 - Ducted Fumehoods vs. Filtration Fumehoods and Fumehood Safety
April 12, 2017 - Strategic Planning for Sustainable Operations of Legacy Facilities
May 10, 2017 - New CSA Standard for Fume Hood Testing
June 14, 2017 - Standards and Sustainability in Laboratory Exhaust
July 12, 2017 - Sustainability is about changing the way we do things! Creating a new culture!
August 9, 2017 - A High Efficiency/Low Cost Method of Determining Fume Hood Eligibility for Safe and Sustainable Flow Reductions
September 13, 2017 - The New ISO 16890 Global Standard, What’s In It For Me?
October 11, 2017 - Lessons Learned from the Far North – The Design and Construction of the Canadian High Arctic Research Station
November 8, 2017 - Why Should Laboratory Casework Testing be Performed?
December 13, 2017 - Phenolic Resin Lab Furniture: A Product for Today and Tomorrow

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Process Safety: It’s Not Just for Chemical Plants and Refineries!

In this presentation Louisa Nara will discuss lessons learned and relearned over decades in the manufacturing process industry on preventing and mitigating process safety incidents (loss of containment events) and how these lessons learned can and should be applied across many types of manufacturing and cold storage operations such as the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industry. She will:

Present a rationale as to why a risk-based rather than regulatory-based approach to managing process safety and other risk exposures is prudent;
Discuss the continuing movement by many organizations to more formal and comprehensive enterprise risk management systems;
A review of the typical steps or phases an organization usually takes in developing and improving management system processes;
Provide an overview of chemical industry best practices for managing process safety (with a focus on AIChE CCPS recommendations as described in the CCPS Guidelines for Risk Based Process Safety and many other CCPS books);
Describe numerous process safety management system deficiencies (root causes) associated with serious chemical process safety incidents that have repeatedly occurred during the last 50+ years; and,
Discuss how proven process safety management practices and use of multiple layers of protection can help better manage risks in manufacturing and cold storage facilities.

Speaker
Louisa A. Nara CPSP, CCEP Technical Director Center for Chemical Process Safety

Louisa Nara is the Technical Director of the Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) a Technology Alliance of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE). She has over 35 years of experience in the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and food industries and has worked for and with over 65 companies. Projects, training and speaking engagements have taken her throughout the United States, Mexico, South America, Canada, India, Singapore, China and Europe. Louisa joined AIChE/CCPS after 15 years with Bayer where she held positions of increasing responsibility including: Manager Process Safety and Crisis Management; Director of HSE, Security and Emergency Response at Bayer’s largest US Manufacturing site; and, Director, Risk Management and Compliance, NAFTA.

Louisa’s roles and responsibilities within CCPS include overseeing CCPS’s branding and technical portfolio; developing and enhancing CCPS’s educational offerings; developing and deploying new tools; and, enhancing value for corporate sponsors. In addition, Louisa is the head of the CCPS Global and Regional Technical Steering Committees and facilitates the yearly project planning with the Planning Committee. She is a Process Safety Boot Camp instructor and conducts a number of other training and workshops for CCPS.

Louisa holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from West Virginia University, a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering from Villanova University. She is a Certified Process Safety Professional (CPSP) and is a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP). She was elected to the West Virginia University Chemical Engineering Academy for her outstanding professional accomplishments.

Date and Time
Wednesday, January 11, 2017

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Exhaust Re-entrainment and Air Quality Issues in Building Design

Almost all facilities emit pollutants to the environment that may adversely impact the people exposed to the emissions. This includes people within the facility and their neighbours. These emissions can come from boilers, cooling towers, emergency generators, kitchen exhausts, loading areas, parking garages and any many other types of exhausts. It is important that exhausts systems for the facilities are designed so that the emissions do not compromise the health and well-being of the people exposed to them. Designing mechanical systems so that exhaust impacts are reduced to acceptable levels is also a requirement under environmental protection acts in various jurisdictions.

An overview of the tools available to the designer to assess exhaust impacts, ranging from analytical techniques and design reviews, to wind-tunnel and scale modelling will be provided. Applicable design criteria will also be reviewed. Typical air quality problems and mitigative solutions to protect the well-being of the people exposed to the emissions will be presented through examining selected projects that RWDI has recently completed, and using visual demonstrations.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the fundamentals of wind flows around buildings and how it effects exhaust dispersion.
Discuss the effect of wind flows on building performance and the health and safety of the users and the neighbours.
Learn how to model exhaust dispersion and the wind environment using wind tunnel testing and computer simulations and how this modelling can be used to promote safe and efficient building design.
Learn about typical mitigation options that can be implemented by designers to ensure acceptable air quality.

Speaker
John Alberico, Principal, RWDI

John Alberico is a Project Director specializing in air quality and microclimate assessments. He joined RWDI in 1988, and became a Principal in 2004. He is a Canadian Certified Environmental Professional and has a M.Sc. from the University of Guelph.

He provides overall technical direction to and management of engineering teams ensuring that a high level of service is provided and RWDI's interests are preserved on all projects. His technical specialties include numerical exhaust dispersion modelling, physical exhaust dispersion modelling (wind tunnel), microclimate, and research and development.

He has extensive experience in laboratory, educational, healthcare and industrial projects where air quality, microclimate, noise, vibration, environmental approvals, odour and dust control, and other services have been provided. He has worked on more than 1,000 laboratory projects in Canada and the Canada.

Date and Time
Wednesday, February 8, 2017

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Ducted Fumehoods vs. Filtration Fumehoods and Fumehood Safety

With laboratory fume hoods being the “energy hog” in a laboratory, many designers are going to alternative HVAC systems to help save energy. Laboratory fume hood manufacturers are marketing alternative fume hoods that show a significant cost savings, but at what cost. Laboratory safety should be the number one reason to purchase a fume hood and the industry appears to be putting energy savings in front of user safety.

There are alternative ways to reduce your total air required in a laboratory and that may be a combination of VAV or CAV hoods as well as Filtration Hoods. With many types of “ductless” hoods on the market, this presentation will also touch upon the differences between “ductless” and “chemical filtration” fume hoods.

Speaker
Darryl Coenen, Air Master Systems Corp.

Darryl Coenen has been involved in marketing/sales to the laboratory furniture industry for 20 years with the last eight years specific to laboratory fume hoods.

He has been a member of the Scientific Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA) for the last 15 years. He has also been an American Institute of Architects (AIA)/Continuing Education System (CES) presenter for the last four years on ducted vs. filtration hoods.

Darryl has a BS-Biology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a MS-Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Date and Time
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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Strategic Planning for Sustainable Operations of Legacy Facilities

Owners of large historic facilities are faced with serious challenges from aging building systems, obsolete building layouts, and un-attractive workplaces. Efficient research operations are not sustainable when costs of maintaining and operating these facilities are spiraling and preventing needed upgrades.

This was the challenge on a large research campus of a chemical and manufacturing research and development site where most buildings are between 40 and 60 years old.

With 4,000,000 sf of laboratories, Flad used a set of planning tools that in a short period of time assessed the current conditions and provided a financial planning frame work to develop a pathway through the next 25 years. This process allowed the team to:

Navigate the decisions to renovate or replace aged buildings;
Determine the amount of space needed today and in the future;
Reduce space and improve utilization;
Update operating procedures and planning standards;
Improve overall performance and cohesion by meeting business goals;
Provide for a changing work place; and
Meet regulatory constraints.

Environmental sustainability goals such as reducing energy costs or wasted space align very well with economical goals. However, decisions become difficult when very old facilities reach the end of their life spa. Replacing existing buildings with new ones is less expensive overall and also provides more degrees of freedom to make choices that meet business needs and enhance flexibility and productivity.

Speaker
Dirk von Below, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Project Manager, Flad Architects

Dirk von Below has 25 years of comprehensive architectural experience delivering science buildings to private and institutional clients. His focus at Flad has been consulting clients on master planning, material science laboratories and sustainable design. He has managed large projects that balance state-of-the-art facilities, efficiency, and environmental design within a tight financial framework. Dirk’s experience includes cost estimating, planning, and quality assurance. He has worked for international clients on projects that were managed in English and German.

Date and Time
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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New CSA Standard for Fume Hood Testing

Fume hoods are one of the biggest drivers of air consumption in a laboratory and are frequently misused. It is always a challenge to ensure that newly installed fume hoods are placed appropriately and can meet the regulatory requirements. We can’t lose site of the requirement to satisfy the needs of the users. Only by ensuring appropriate set up and ongoing operational use and testing can we ensure that fume hood use is able to create a safe work environment. However, while safety is always paramount, we must manage the use/set up fume hoods in such a way as to prevent wasteful and negative impacts on our laboratories and the environment. Bruce will review the new CSA Standard Z316.5-15 and highlight the key elements to address items noted above.

Speaker
Bruce Peat, General Manager, HEPA Filter Services

Bruce Peat is the General Manager of HEPA Filter Services and has been providing testing and certification services since 1982. Bruce was on the sub-committee that put together the latest Canadian Biosafety Standards and Guidelines as well as the co-chair on the CSA Committee that put out the latest CSA standard Z316.5-15 for fume hood testing.

Date and Time
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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Standards and Sustainability in Laboratory Exhaust

Laboratory exhaust is one of the biggest weak links in the design of laboratory buildings for energy waste and hazard to occupant health. Field data indicates that more than 5% of laboratory exhaust fans intermittently recirculate chemicals back into the lab buildings at levels in excess of safe limits according to more than 4,000 fume hood tests by Exposure Control Technology, Inc. This webinar will review Lab Exhaust Standard, ANSI Z9.5, and ASHRAE guidelines to see how to decrease energy use while increasing chemical safety in the design and operation of laboratory exhaust systems. An emphasis will be placed on upgrading to variable air volume laboratory exhausts where economically feasible and the use of chemical monitoring as an alternative.

Speaker
Victor Neuman, Principal, Laboratory Exhaust Certification, LLC

Victor Neuman started his specialization in sustainable laboratory design when he was hired as a senior mechanical engineer for Earl Walls Associates. Earl Walls is a specialty laboratory consultant and Victor designed over 100 laboratory buildings while working for them in the 1980s. Victor has been certified as a professional engineer in four states and has a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering from San Diego State University and further graduate study at the University of Cambridge in England. He is the founding Vice Chairman of ASHRAE Technical Committee 9.10 on Laboratories and the recipient of their Distinguished Service Award. He has been a co-author of the ANSI Z9.5 Standard on “Laboratory Ventilation” since 1988. Currently he is the principal of Laboratory Exhaust Certification, LLC, which serves as the registrar of Laboratory Exhaust Standard 24.

Date and Time
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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Sustainability is about changing the way we do things! Creating a new culture!

Sustainability in the laboratories truly has to be a cultural change or the greatest technologies won’t make a difference. But how do you create a culture within laboratories that embraces sustainable practices? This webinar will focus more on the activities of research and support staff that have led to major reductions in the generation of landfill waste. Not just a reduction in landfill waste but a process of material management that now generates products that can be used to create biofuels! More importantly this program demonstrates the desire and willingness of researchers to embrace changes that lead to more sustainable practices.

Speaker
Ian McDermott, Senior Director of Research Facilities Planning and Safety, University Health Network

Ian McDermott is the Senior Director of Research Facilities Planning and Safety at the University Health Network (www.UHN.ca) in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is also is the President of Sustainable Labs Canada (www.SLCan.ca). Ian has been a member of the Senior Management Team for Research at the University Health Network for the last 19 years and was a member of the Research Management Team the Wellesley Hospital Research Institute since its inception in the early 1990s. In his current role as Senior Director, Research Facilities Planning and Safety, he works intimately with researchers, administrators, engineers, architects, contractors, building operators, vendors and regulators in designing laboratories and establishing operational parameters. Ian and his team are scientific interpreters, translating needs and concepts between the scientists and design/operational teams. He is also responsible for the Facility Maintenance and Operations of both the Princess Margaret Cancer Research Tower (MaRS) and the Krembil Discovery Tower. Ian strives to ensure these environments continue to be leading sustainable research environments meeting the needs of the UHN Researchers. With a clear focus on the needs of the researchers, Ian has been instrumental in developing effective, efficient and safe research workspaces that are sustainable while continuing to meet all the regulatory guidelines. Early in 2015, Ian was elected as SLCan’s 2nd President. Ian holds a Specialist Degree in Molecular Genetics and Molecular Biology from the University of Toronto.

Date and Time
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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A High Efficiency/Low Cost Method of Determining Fume Hood Eligibility for Safe and Sustainable Flow Reductions

The University of Toronto is a research intensive university with almost 1,600 fume hoods (FH), most of which are constant air volume. A recent survey conducted by the University showed that a majority of FHs have an average face velocity over 110 fpm with exception of the newly installed high efficiency fume hoods (HEFH). Reducing the exhaust of FHs by 25% is one of the many energy saving initiatives the University is undertaking in order to positively impact its carbon footprint.

As this energy saving program could potentially impact safety in labs, the Sustainability Office and the Environmental Health and Safety Office initiated a study of the containment of FHs at reduced face velocities in conjunction with the annual recertification process.

The presentation will discuss the methodology for visual first stage assessment using smoke patterns and how the results can be used to direct optimization of energy savings without compromising laboratory safety.

Speaker
Geoff Shirtliff-Hinds, Occupational Hygienist – Chemical and Lab Safety, University of Toronto

Geoff Shirtliff-Hinds is an Occupational Hygienist managing chemical and laboratory safety at the University of Toronto. Programs that Geoff has been primarily responsible for over the past ten years include fume hood standards and certification, laboratory safety manual and laboratory HVAC systems. Geoff has played a key role in lab design projects from a health and safety perspective and is a consultant to over 15 Joint Health and Safety Committees on Campus. Geoff holds a Masters of Health Sciences degree from the University of Toronto and an honors Bachelor of Science degree from McMaster University.

Date and Time
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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The New ISO 16890 Global Standard, What’s In It For Me?

In November of 2016, ISO 16890 was adopted in Europe – this key standard demonstrates a new level of understanding regarding small particles in the air and the effects they can have on our health, both at work and at home; something still largely ignored by all of us every day.

Not only does this standard speak to a better understanding of the science, it also suggests how a simple air filter can provide any facility a means to improving their sustainability efforts: be it by saving energy, providing a longer service life (so less waste footprint), or protecting our staff from potentially dangerous indoor pollutants. What does this standard mean to Canadians? What has changed compared to the old standards (EN779 or ASHRAE 52.2)? How can we learn from this advancement? How can these ideas benefit our facilities?

By the end of this discussion, you will be aware of what ISO 16890 means to the lab community, as well as the impact something as simple as an air filter can have on your sustainability goals, and your general health as well.

Speaker
Matthew Crouch, Camfil Canada

Matthew Crouch, research scientist turned clean air crusader, is the director of clean process segments for Camfil, the world’s most technologically advanced air filtration solutions provider.

He studied at McMaster University, earning an honors degree in Biochemistry, then a specialization in Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology. Though an accomplished scientist, a career in a lab was not for him, and he soon set off in search of the road less travelled.

Working in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, for esteemed companies as Fisher Scientific, Life Technologies and Roche; Matthew found himself involved in all levels of the business, be it inside the lab, in the board room, in sales, product management, and all over the world. When given the chance to try something new, he signed on with Camfil.

Since then, he has worked on high-profile, large scale clean room and biological research projects, as well as aided big pharmaceutical and biotech companies in saving energy and millions of dollars, by optimizing their air filtration strategies and clean room systems.

He is a highly sought after public speaker, and enjoys presenting to large and small crowds. He also sits on the board of directors for the International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineer’s Canadian affiliate. When not at the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing hockey with his university buddies, gardening, gaming and writing.

Date and Time
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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Lessons Learned from the Far North – The Design and Construction of the Canadian High Arctic Research Station

The Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS) in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut has been established to provide a year-round presence and to complement the network of research facilities across Canada’s North. The intent is to provide a world-class facility for Canadian and International scientists. The project is pursuing LEED Gold certification.

The presentation will describe the unique challenges for the design, construction and occupancy of laboratory buildings in a remote, Arctic location as well as lessons learned that can be applied to projects in less remote areas.

Speaker
Deirdre Ellis, Project Coordinator, Canadian High Arctic Research Station, NFOE

Deirdre Ellis graduated from Carleton University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Architecture and obtained a Masters in Applied Sciences (Planning) from the Université de Montréal in 2001. She joined NFOE in 2010. Deirdre has experience in a variety of project types including health care and institutional buildings and is particularly focused on Sustainable Design. Her recent experience includes management of the design team for the Clinical Laboratories and Pathology Department at the new Glen Campus of the McGill University Health Centre, Scientific Equipment Integration Coordinator for the Complexe des Sciences – Site Outremont of the Université de Montréal and is currently the Project Coordinator for the Canadian High Arctic Research Station (CHARS).

Date and Time
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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Why Should Laboratory Casework Testing be Performed?

Simply put, standard millwork and office furniture do not need to meet the rigorous demands of laboratory environments, such as chemical abuse, physical abuse, wet conditions and often sporadic long term maintenance.

Why the need for testing? Millwork and office furniture are tested but don’t have to meet the rigorous demands of the laboratory environment specifically, chemical abuse, physical abuse, wet conditions and in most cases a lack of maintenance.

In this presentation I would like to explain the testing procedures for Laboratory casework/furniture using course number SEFA- 12203 1 AIA credit. In this course we discuss the following topics:

Why is independent testing recommended?
Who Should do the testing?
What is SEFA 8?
What Individual tests need to be done?
How you benefit from certified, independent testing of laboratory casework.

Speaker
Tammy Patterson, Business Development and Customer’s Relationship Manager, Norlab Laboratory Systems Inc.

Tammy Patterson is the business development and customer’s relationship manager for Norlab Laboratory Systems Inc., located in Edmonton, Alberta Canada. I travel across Canada speaking to both Architects and Customers about the importance of third party testing for Laboratory furniture while at the same time promoting laboratory furniture that is both sustainable and reconfigurable for the end user.

Date and Time
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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Phenolic Resin Lab Furniture: A Product for Today and Tomorrow

Phenolic resin is uniquely placed as a product of the future, providing flexibility of design, ease of installation, and reasonable cost, with a strong focus on sustainability. Unlike plastic laminate, it will not delaminate. Unlike epoxy, it is relatively lightweight and easy to machine and install. Available in dozens of colors, at no additional costs, it can be used for work surfaces, casework and shelving, just to name a few of its many applications. It is successfully used worldwide, and for over 50 years, it has been the product of choice for many professionals, in every type of lab environment.

Speaker
Valerie Ross, North American Sales Manager, Trespa Scientific Surface Solutions

Valerie Ross is the North American Sales Manager for Trespa Scientific Surface Solutions. She has extensive experience in all facets of the lab industry, including lab design, project management and installation. Valerie and her team work closely with architects, lab planners, OEM’s, lab dealers, fabricators and end users in providing sound advice and support at every level of the lab construction process.

Date and Time
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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