Heartland Center for Occupational Health and Safety

Sampling Methods for Personal Exposure to Herbicides
2023-06-13 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
Education and Research Centers Industrial Hygiene Webinar Series
Dr. Patrick O’Shaughnessy, PhD, CIH, FAIHA
About the Webinar:
Many herbicides can exist in the atmosphere as both a droplet and evaporated vapor. Therefore, methods to assess personal exposures to herbicides samplers must be developed
to optimize capture of both droplet and vapor phases. This webinar will describe the qualities of two such samplers. Measurements taken in both the lab and field will be presented
to demonstrate sampler qualities and to detail the considerations needed to properly assess herbicide exposures.

Register here: http://coeh.berkeley.edu/23IHW0613

Occupational Health Symposium 2023
2023-04-20 - 2023-04-21 | Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 1220 1st Avenue, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Purpose: This symposium will address the ever-changing nature of work and the implications of these changes for the health, safety, and well-being of workers.
Intended Audience: This symposium is intended for nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician assistants, safety professionals, human resources professionals, administrators, wellness administrators, and other individuals interested in improving the health and safety of workers.
Jointly Provided by: The University of Iowa’s College of Public Health’s Heartland Center for Occupational Health & Safety, Healthier Workforce Center of the Midwest, and The University of Iowa College of Nursing.
Accommodations:
Radisson Hotel & Conference Center
1220 1st Ave, Coralville, IA 52241
Use this link to book a room at the group rate of $87/night.

Conference Agenda:
Thursday, April 20
7:30 AM Registration, Exhibits, and Breakfast
7:55 AM Welcome and Announcements
8:00 AM Age-Inclusive Management Strategies: A Program to Educate and Train Employers about Iowa’s Booming Labor Force, Brian Kaskie, Ph.D.
9:00 AM Exhibits and Refreshment Break
9:30 AM Suicide Risk and Occupation, Jon Davis, Ph.D.
10:30 AM Workers Compensation Considerations in Remote Work – Policy strategies to help reduce risk, Terri C. Davis,
11:30 AM Lunch (provided) and Exhibits
12:30 PM Responding Effectively to Offensive Behavior, David J. Moser, Ph.D.
1:30 PM Lifecycle of Ergonomics: Reactive to Proactive & How to Integrate Your Onsite Occ Health Partners, Erin Bahde, MS, ATC CEAS III
2:30 PM Exhibits and Refreshment Break
3:00 PM On the Road Again: Preparing for a DOT Medical Certification, Dr. Nick Bingham, MD, MS
4:00 PM Adjourn
Friday, April 21
7:30 AM Registration and Breakfast
8:00 AM Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – Is it work related or not?, Dr. Jeffrey Westpheling, MD
9:00 AM The Long and Short of Long COVID, Christopher Iverson, MD, MBA, MPH
10:00 AM Break & Exhibits
10:15 AM Workplace Stress, Mental Health, and OSHA, Dr. Diane Rohlman, Ph.D., and Peggy S. Peterson
11:45 AM Adjourn

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Certification Course
2022-12-12 - 2022-12-16 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved certification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 20 hour course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs.

This hybrid course provides 3 part-days of online instruction via Zoom, and a final day of hands-on, practical training. At the end of the hands-on day, students will take the CAOHC certification exam.
Course Dates
Online: December 12-14, 2022
Onsite: December 15 (Davenport) OR December 16 (Altoona)

Course information can be found here.

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Recertification Course
2022-11-14 - 2022-11-16 | Hybrid
This 8 hour course is designed to provide a review of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to continue performing hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs.
This hybrid course provides online instruction via Zoom, and a face-to-face day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC recertification exam online.
Course Dates
Online: November 14
Onsite: November 15 (Davenport) OR November 16 (Altoona)

Course information can be found here.

Iowa Governor’s Safety and Health Conference
2022-11-01 - 2022-11-02 | The Meadows Event & Conference Center, 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009, United States
Join us this fall in Des Moines for two days of conversation on how best to protect Iowa workers. Network with colleagues, make new contacts, and continue your growth as an OESH professional.

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Recertification Course
2022-09-12 - 2022-09-14 | Hybrid
This 8 hour course is designed to provide a review of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to continue performing hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs.
This hybrid course provides online instruction via Zoom, and a face-to-face day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC recertification exam online.
Course Dates
Online: September 12
Onsite: September 13 (Davenport) OR Thursday, September 14 (Altoona)
Course information can be found here.

Hawkeye on Safety 2022
2022-09-08 | Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center, 300 E 9th St, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
The Hawkeye on Safety annual conference provides life-saving health and safety information to workers from all industries. We offer key networking opportunities that you need to keep current in occupational safety standards and trends. We provide essential training to the professionals responsible for workplace health and safety with a unique focus on providing practical training to rank-and-file workers, so that they can become safety leaders in their workplaces and communities. Join us September 8th in Coralville, IA for a safety event that you don’t want to miss!

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Certification Course
2022-08-22 - 2022-08-26 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved certification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 20 hour course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs.

This hybrid course provides 3 part-days of online instruction via Zoom, and a final day of hands-on, practical training. At the end of the hands-on day, students will take the CAOHC certification exam.
Course Dates
Online: August 22-24, 2022
Onsite: August 25 (Davenport) OR August 26 (Altoona)

Course information can be found here.

Harassment in the Workplace
2022-04-26 16:30 - 17:30 UTC | Online, IA, United States
Join us for the first Hawkeye on Safety webinar of 2022! Vicki O’Leary will be presenting on Harassment in the workplace.
This webinar is hosted by the Hawkeye on Safety conference committee. Hawkeye on Safety is an annual conference that provides life-saving health and safety information to workers from all industries. The 2022 conference is on Thursday, September 8th in Coralville, IA. Event information can be found at hawkeyeonsafety.com.

6th Annual Occupational Safety and Health Student Research Conference
2022-04-22 09:30 - 12:00 UTC | College of Public Health Building, 145 N Riverside Drive, Iowa City, IA, 52242, United States
Registration is open for the 6th Annual Occupational Health and Safety Student Research Conference which will take place at the University of Iowa College of Public Health on Friday, April 22, 2022, at 9:30 A.M.
This event provides an opportunity for students, faculty, staff, and collaborators across campus and the region to learn about innovative occupational health and safety research being conducted by students, postdocs and professionals and gives students an opportunity to showcase their research in this important field.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Jenn Patterson at Jennifer-j-patterson@uiowa.edu.

Occupational Health Symposium 2022
2022-03-31 07:30 - 2022-04-01 11:30 UTC | Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 1220 1st Avenue, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Purpose: This symposium will address the ever-changing nature of work and the implications of these changes for the health, safety, and well-being of workers.
Intended Audience: This symposium is intended for nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician assistants, safety professionals, human resources professionals, administrators, wellness administrators, and other individuals interested in improving the health and safety of workers.
Jointly Provided by: The University of Iowa’s College of Public Health’s Heartland Center for Occupational Health & Safety, Healthier Workforce Center of the Midwest, and The University of Iowa College of Nursing.

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Certification Course
2022-03-14 - 2022-03-18 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved certification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 20 hour course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs.
This hybrid course provides 3 part-days of online instruction via Zoom, and a final day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC certification exam.
Course Dates
Online: March 14-16, 2022
Onsite: March 17 (Davenport) OR March 18 (Altoona)

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Recertification Course
2022-02-21 - 2022-02-24 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved recertification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 8 hour course is designed to provide a review of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to continue performing hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs.
This hybrid course provides online instruction via Zoom, and a face-to-face day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC recertification exam online.
Course Dates
Online: Monday, February 21, 2022
Onsite: Tuesday, February 22 (Davenport) OR Thursday, February 24 (Altoona)

Hawkeye on Safety 2021
2021-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center, 300 E 9th St, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Save the Date for Hawkeye on Safety 2021!
The Hawkeye on Safety annual conference provides life-saving health and safety information to workers from all industries. We offer key networking opportunities that you need to keep current in occupational safety standards and trends. We provide essential training to the professionals responsible for workplace health and safety with a unique focus on providing practical training to rank-and-file workers, so that they can become safety leaders in their workplaces and communities. Join us September 30th at the Coralville Marriott for a safety event that you don’t want to miss!

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Certification Course
2021-06-28 - 2021-07-02 | Hybrid
This 20-hour course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs. This hybrid course provides 3 part-days of online instruction via Zoom, and a final day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC certification exam.

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Recertification Course
2021-05-24 - 2021-05-26 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved recertification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 8-hour course is designed to provide a review of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs. This hybrid course provides online instruction via Zoom, and a face-to-face day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC recertification exam online.
Course Dates
Online: Monday, May 24
Onsite: Tuesday, May 25 in Davenport OR Thursday, May 26 in Altoona

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Certification Course
2021-04-12 - 2021-04-15 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved certification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 20-hour course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs. This hybrid course provides 3 part-days of online instruction via Zoom, and a final day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC certification exam.
Course Dates
Monday, April 12, 2021 – Online
Tuesday, Apil 13, 2021 – Online
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 – Online
Thursday, April 15, 2021 – Onsite in Davenport

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Recertification Course
2021-03-15 - 2021-03-16 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved recertification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 8-hour course is designed to provide a review of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs. This hybrid course provides online instruction via Zoom, and a face-to-face day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC recertification exam online.
Course Dates
Wednesday, March 15, 2021 – Online
Thursday, March 16, 2021 – On-Site at the Village Theatre in Davenport

Respirator Development in the Time of COVID-19
2021-03-09 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Online, IA, United States
About the webinar:

The COVID-19 pandemic presented unique challenges in efforts to protect both workers and the public. A lack of respirators for health-care workers spurred research on the development of alternatives to the N95 respirator as well as methods to decontaminate them for multiple uses. This presentation will summarize those efforts and provide suggestions for the future.

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this activity, the learner will be able to:

– Discuss the physical mechanisms applied to capture particles with the use of an N95 respirator
– Describe the relationship between capture efficiency and breathing resistance
– Identify methods for decontaminating respirators
– Describe options for protecting the public and healthcare workers now and during future pandemics

Speaker: Patrick O’Shaughnessy, PhD

Professor O’Shaughnessy joined the faculty at the University of Iowa in 1997 where he is a faculty member in the Department of Occupational and Environmental Health. He obtained licensure as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) in 2008. With over 75 publications in peer-reviewed literature, Dr. O’Shaughnessy is a recognized scholar in the field of aerosol physics and human exposure assessment applied to occupational and environmental health concerns. One aspect of his current research is associated with evaluating the effectiveness of filtering facepiece respirators in various work environments, and, most recently, their effectiveness for protecting the wearer from inhaling the COVID-19 virus.

Safety is a 4 Letter Word
2021-02-16 18:30 - 19:30 UTC | Online, IA, United States
Join us for a free 1-hour webinar on safety culture presented by Mark Breslin. Learn strategies to improve culture and collaboration.
This program examines the critical roles of culture, buy-in, and accountability that have taken safety from a resented afterthought to a primary value system for top organizations. The presentation identifies specific strategies to reinforce a culture over compliance, engage and collaborate across lines and out of silos, and finally encourage constructive and transparent accountability – including peer to peer on the job efforts. The four-letter word is not rule. It is not fear. It is CARE. The evolution of culture is significantly being impacted as well by demographic changes, workplace expectations, and giving people a lot more than a paycheck to bring their best.

Training for Protecting the Workplace from COVID-19
2021-02-03 - 2021-09-30
Iowa State University is offering a four-module program for preparing employees, supervisors, and owners of manufacturing and construction companies for planning, preparing, and responding to COVID-19 in the workplace. The curriculum consists of four, 1-hour long, webinars that will be offered every Wednesday 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM from January – September 2021. The program will offer ten cycles of the four webinars. Information on each webinar, dates, and registration links are available below.
Module 1: Employees in the pandemic era
Module 2: Personal hygiene, and preparing the facility
Module 3: PPE and training
Module 4: Supervisory response, communication strategy/policy

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Recertification Course
2020-12-16 - 2020-12-17 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved recertification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 8-hour course is designed to provide a review of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs. This hybrid course provides online instruction via Zoom, and a face-to-face day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC recertification exam online.

Occupational Hearing Conservationist Certification Course
2020-12-07 - 2020-12-10 | Hybrid
CAOHC Course Director Laura Kauth presents a CAOHC-approved certification course for Occupational Hearing Conservationists. This 20-hour course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the basic components of hearing conservation in industrial settings and prepare participants to perform hearing testing and otherwise support their hearing conservation programs. This hybrid course provides 3 part-days of online instruction via Zoom, and a final day of hands-on, practical training. At the conclusion of the hands-on day, students will take the standardized CAOHC certification exam.

Hawkeye On Safety 2020
2020-08-25 - 2020-08-27 | Online, IA, United States

Occupational Health Symposium 2020
2020-03-12 08:00 - 2020-03-13 12:00 UTC | Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 1220 1st Avenue, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States

Case Management Seminar 2019
2019-11-15 07:30 - 16:30 UTC | Radisson Hotel and Conference Center, 1220 1st Avenue, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Case Management Seminar will provide current information on the case management of work-related injuries. This conference is intended for case managers, occupational health nurses, safety and human resources professionals, insurance adjusters, and employers interested in expanding their knowledge of case management and the medical treatment of work related injuries.

Hawkeye On Safety 2019
2019-09-26 07:00 - 16:30 UTC | Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center, 300 E 9th St, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Registration is now open for the annual Hawkeye on Safety Conference.
Keynote Speaker: Chuck Long!

Visit www.hawkeyeonsafety.com for more information and to register. Registration is $45 per person or $35 for a group of 10 or more.

Occupational Hearing Conservation Course
2019-09-24 07:30 - 2019-09-27 17:00 UTC | Catlett Residence Hall, IA, 52242, United States
Re-certifcation Course, September 24th. 2019
Registration for re-certification: https://centerforconferences.uiowa.edu/occupational-hearing-conservationist-recertification-course
New Trainee Certification, September 25-27th, 2019
Registration for the full course: https://centerforconferences.uiowa.edu/occupational-hearing-conservationist-certification-course-2

Find the course brochure here:
Occupational Hearing September 2019

Construction ICRA (Infection Control Risk Assessment)
2019-09-19 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Portzen Construction, 205 Stone Valley Drive, Dubuque, IA, 52003, United States
The Heartland Center is proud to partner with the North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters on the Construction ICRA training.
Nurses and other professionals that work in healthcare settings are encouraged to attend. Nursing CEU’s are available for this training and the training is FREE!
Visit http://www.icraforbuilders.com/ for more information.
Register here: https://conta.cc/2KwEQIH

Occupational Health Symposium 2019
2019-03-28 07:30 - 2019-03-29 12:00 (America/Chicago) | The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, 7725 Kirkwood Boulevard SW , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
This symposium is intended for nurses, nurse practitioners, safety professionals, human resources professionals, administrators, wellness administrators, and other individuals interested in improving the health and safety of workers. Please subscribe to our mailing list to receive information on this conference as it develops.
Exhibitor Registration Link: https://www.magnetmail.net/events?3b6cb8f1d3bc4f8f9bae05279d659dada
Participant Registration Link: https://www.magnetmail.net/events?caa7736b4e954bf08c62e6a52e7e8b18a
Brochure coming soon (currently being edited so stay tuned)!
Sessions will include: FMLA/ADA regulations and changes, hiring and safety for employees with disabilities, OSHA updates for 2019, Workers compensation law updates, Total Worker Health, a fantastic presentation from Vermeer on the lessons learned after a tornado hit their plant last July, and MORE!
