2012 Webinar Agenda

The 2012 SAF-T Conference Webinar Series will hold its second webinar on April 26 at 2 pm EDT with “Battery Maintenance for Best Performance.” Presented by Vicki Hall, director of quality & technical services, this webinar will present information addressing battery performance. Topics will include:

• The importance of measuring the state of charge of deep-cycle flooded batteries using voltage and specific gravity
• Understanding the state of charge of your batteries is important in maintaining their performance and extending their overall life-cycle.

Register for the webinar today!

The presentation will be sponsored by Trojan Battery Co. With over 85 years of experience, Trojan Battery Company is the world’s leading manufacturer of advanced deep-cycle battery technology.

2012 Webinar Series

Past webinars can be viewed on the MaxCapMedia YouTube Channel!

March 2012

“Best Practices for Aerial Lift Training.” Presented by Jeff Stachowiak, national safety training director for Sunbelt Rentals, this webinar reviewed and explained in detail top industry concerns for aerial lift training. He also discussed overcoming these challenges.

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This presentation was sponsored by CertifyMeOnline.net, the industry’s leader in online interactive training and testing for powered material handling equipment and aerial lift equipment.

Would you like to sponsor a SAF-T Conference Webinar or have an idea for a topic? Please contact: Katie Parrish, Associate Publisher, at (480) 241-5625 or kparrish@liftandaccess.com.

Did you miss the 2011 SAF-T
Conference Presentations?
It’s not too late to tune in.

Dec. 15 at 2 pm EST
Speaker: Richard Stollery, Safety Director for GAR Equipment Inc.
Topic: Explanation on new strategies for site inspections through the I.C.E. 100 Percent plan. The program looks at inspection of the overall site, communication among personnel on the job, and 100 percent elimination of hazards that can lead to injuries or equipment damage.
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Dec. 8 at 2 pm EST
Speaker: Brad Boehler, President of Skyjack Inc.
Topic: Selecting the right AWP for the project includes knowing how and where the machine will be used. Boehler provides tips on choosing the AWP that fits your jobsite needs.
Watch the Presentation

Dec. 1, 2011
Presentation on Aerial Lift Rescue & Retrieval Techniques
Speaker: Dallas Dakin, Owner of CSL Safety Training
Topic: Teaching techniques for rescuing personnel who are trapped in aerial lifts, as well as a discussion on ground controls and equipment available for self-rescue.
Watch the Presentation

Nov. 17, 2011
Presentation on Aerial Lift
Fall Protection
Speaker: Tony Groat, executive vice president
of AWPT Inc.
Topic: A discussion on  aerial lift fall protection, including OSHA’s abrogation of the 2009 letter of interpretation, fall protection equipment selection, and best practices on use.
Watch the Presentation

2010 SAF-T Conference Presentations

Managing an Accident
Sponsored by Haulotte Group
WATCH RECORDED PRESENTATION
Presented by Jeff Stachowiak, Sunbelt Rentals
Post-accident response and investigation is not only essential to  minimize your exposure, it helps understand why it happened and what must be done to help prevent a repeat occurrence.

Understanding Fall Protection
Sponsored by: Snorkel
WATCH RECORDED PRESENTATION
Presented by Mark Monson, MIS, CSP, Director of Loss Control—Specialty, Hanover Insurance Group
A refresher on fall protection and responsibilities as interpreted under current ANSI  standards. Discover the difference between fall protection and fall arrest, and know when fall protection is required and when it is not.

Understanding the differences between Training vs Familiarization
Sponsored by,IPAF
WATCH RECORDED PRESENTATION
November 17,2010, 3pm EST – Presented by Gary Riley, IPAF
Refresh your understanding of the ANSI standards as they apply to training. Riley also will discuss any progress on establishing standardized aerial work platform training.

Qualified operators…. Who are they?
Sponsored by, Skyjack 
WATCH THE RECORDED PRESENTATION 
November 18,2010, 3pm EST - Presented by: Ken Colonna, RSC
Training isn’t the only component of learning. Understanding that it is important to evaluate the competencies and capabilities of anyone that will be trained is as important as the level of training provided.