Who Should Attend:
All employees with environmental responsibilities within Washington state that oversee environmental programs, including supervisors and managers.
Course Overview:
The state of Washington administers a unique and complex approach to management of hazardous waste that differs significantly from federal requirements. This eight-hour class will cover waste generation, generator status, quantity exclusion limits, exemptions, labeling, recordkeeping, annual reporting, shipping, and disposal. Instruction will include used-oil management, universal waste, and PCBs as covered by Washington regulations. You will learn how to manage your utility-generated waste in accordance with all requirements.
Course Instructor:
Russell Post, Environmental Compliance Manager, Russell Post Environmental Consulting
Course Schedule:
Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. Pacific Time, and the class will run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Lunch, as well as morning and afternoon breaks, will be provided.
Course Location:
Northwest Public Power Association
9817 NE 54th, Suite 200
Vancouver, WA 986662
(360) 254-0109
Suggested Hotels:
Heathman Lodge
7801 NE Greenwood Dr, Vancouver, WA 98662
(360) 254-3100
Ask for the Northwest Public Power Association rate for 15% off advertised prices.
Best Western Plus Vancouver Mall
9420 NE Vancouver Mall Drive
Vancouver, WA 98662
(360) 256-0707
Course Fees:
Utility Member Early Bird (extended to 6/20/2023): $360
Utility Member Standard: $435
Associate Member Early Bird (extended to 6/20/2023): $540
Associate Member Standard: $615
Non-Member Early Bird (extended to 6/20/2023): $1,080
Non-Member Standard: $1,155
Note: Organizations that register a group of employees will receive every fifth registration for free. For example, if you register five employees, you only pay for four; register 10 employees, you only pay for eight; and so on. There is nothing additional you need to do to receive this discount.
Cancellation Policies:
For webinars, virtual classes, and section meetings: cancellation at least five days prior to the event, full refund; within 1-4 days or no show, 100% of the registration fee.
For in-person events: cancellation at least 30 days prior to the event, full refund; within 15-29 days, $100 fee; and within 1-14 days or no show, 100% of the registration fee.
If canceling because the attendee is showing COVID-19 symptoms any time before the event, a full refund will be issued; if leaving during the event for COVID-19 reasons, a prorated refund will be issued.
When possible, please send a substitute instead of canceling; NWPPA does not charge a fee for substitutions. To request a refund, please contact registration@nwppa.org or (360) 254-0109.
Continuing Hours:
This course qualifies for 6 continuing hours. Certificates are issued upon full completion of the course.