PERMA Safety Institute Training: Admins Only
2023-06-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Get familiar with the new user and administrator interfaces of our PERMA Safety Institute platform.
Attend one of these upcoming webinars to learn more about the Administrator Role. We will review how to navigate the dashboard, assign courses, create your own courses, manage learners, pull reports, and much more!
Register here.

Core PESH Training (3 Hour Online Course)
2023-07-12 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-08 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-09-19 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-14 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-05 09:00 - 12:00
Presented by: Occupational Safety & Environmental Assoc., Inc.
Our Risk Management Department will host this live training monthly. Content will be repeated in each session focusing on the following core items related to PESH training:

Blood Borne Pathogens
Workplace Violence Prevention
Sexual Harassment
Hazard communication/right to know

Training is not recorded and will last approximately 3 hours.

Summer Safety Webinar
2023-07-19 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-08-01 08:30 - 09:30
Presented by: Occupational Safety & Environmental Assoc., Inc.
This webinar is open to all managers or employees and will cover a variety of summer safety topics. These will include:

sun exposure, hot vehicles, mosquito safety, water safety, venomous spider safety, poisonous plants,
heat stress – how to identify and treat different types of heat stress,
summer jobsite precautions and summertime personal protective equipment

Information on preventative steps, symptoms, and post exposure mitigation will be discussed on each of these topics.

Winter Safety Webinar
2023-11-01 08:30 - 09:30, 2024-01-09 08:30 - 09:30
Presented by: Occupational Safety & Environmental Associates, Inc.
Hosted by: Sigrid Vompa, Safety Training Coordinator
Winter weather often presents hazards including slippery surfaces, difficult outdoor working conditions and cold related illnesses. This training will focus on winter weather safety and help identify ways to improve preparedness during a season of unpredictability.
Topics will include:

Snow removal hazards
Knowing signs of cold stress
Cold related injuries and ailments such as trench – foot, hypothermia, frost bite, etc.
Preventing slips and falls on snow/ice
Proper winter PPE/Clothing

Foundational Webinar Series - Basics of a Good Road
2023-11-14 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Everyone lives on a local road or street. Why do we build roads and streets to carry people, goods, and services from home to work and to school and businesses? In this overview of the basics, David will review the components of roads and streets and explain what works and why each part of the road is critical to success.
Presented by – David Orr, P.E.
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Safe Street Encounters Training Seminar
2023-11-16 09:00 - 15:00 | Lakeside Fire Department, 1002 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY, 13209, United States
Increasing Officer Safety Through Organizational Culture
Presented by Chief (Ret.) Michael Ranalli, Esq.
This free seminar will provide an overview of current critical issues that will include:

Using policy, organizational culture, and effective internal communication to reduce risk to officers and minimize agency liability
A discussion of crisis communication vs. conflict communication and the need for both
The state of the law pertaining to de-escalation and related issues including the reality of what de-escalation is and its limitations
A statistical overview of the causes of officer injuries and deaths
Critical video review of recent controversial cases and the application of “priority of life” to them

Lunch will be provided.
To register, email pfrisoni@perma.org by Nov. 13th.
Pete Frisoni
Public Safety Risk Management Specialist
Public Employer Risk Management Association
9 Cornell Road
Latham, New York 12110
(518) 220-0383

Foundational Webinar Series - Snow & Ice Control Strategy
2023-11-28 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Snow and ice control is the primary responsibility for road and street agencies across New York State. Come hear why this duty is so critical and gain insight into better ways to prepare for this coming winter.
Presented by David Orr, P.E.
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Police Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Seminar
2023-11-28 09:00 - 14:00 | Town of Chester Senior/Recreation Center, 81 Laroe Rd, Chester, NY, 10918, United States
Presented by Cattaraugus County Sheriff Tim Whitcomb
This free seminar is a dynamic, powerful, and emotional presentation about the reality of the incident rate of PTSD within the ranks of the law enforcement community. Emphasis is placed on the history of PTSD, with a special focus on police suicide, as well as recommendations for administrative training to prepare, insulate, protect, and treat the expected exposure to trauma.
Lunch will be provided.
PTSD Seminar Flyer
To register, email pfrisoni@perma.org by November 22nd.
Pete Frisoni
Public Safety Risk Management Specialist
Public Employer Risk Management Association
9 Cornell Road
Latham, NY 12110

Foundational Webinar Series - Budget Basics
2023-12-05 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
The best budgets are also important communication tools between the highway department or DPW and the elected board/public. To make the budget work, it must contain certain basic details without being overly complicated. In this webinar, Tim will review budget basics and explain why we include the information on accounts, line items, and ledger accounts.
Presented by Tim Hunt
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Foundational Webinar Series - Traffic Safety
2023-12-12 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Everyone who uses a road or street expects to arrive at their destination on time. This requires a safe highway system. In this webinar, David will discuss why human factors are so important to traffic safety and how to take them into account when designing roads and streets.
Presented by David Orr, P.E.
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

GML 207 Webinar
2023-12-14 14:00 - 15:00
Injuries in the Line of Duty: A Comprehensive Approach to Claims Handling
Presented by: John A. Terzulli, Esq., Hamberger & Weiss LLP
This webinar will discuss various topics and frequently asked questions related to New York State General Municipal Law Sections 207-a/207-c claims for performance of duty related injuries and illnesses. Key highlights will include who is eligible, the definition of in the line of duty, initial determinations, light duty offerings, and GML & WCL benefits.

Foundational Webinar Series - Complete Streets
2023-12-19 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Roads and streets have traditionally been built to move cars and trucks quickly, but this approach can be prohibitive for other modes like walking and biking. Complete Streets and Traffic Calming measures can allow many other users – including pedestrians, bicyclists, individuals with disabilities, and others – to utilize public roadways and streets effectively. Dan will cover what a complete street is and isn’t as well as how traffic calming may be able to improve safety, public health, and social and economic development outcomes in your community.
Presented by Dan Suraci
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Foundational Webinar Series - Departmental Duties
2024-01-09 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
To run a successful department, the highway official needs to understand the basic duties that are required and why these duties are critical to serving the public. In this webinar, Marty will discuss the basics of a highway agency’s duties.
Presented by Marty Roberts
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Core PESH Training (3-Hour Online Course)
2024-01-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2024-02-13 09:00 - 12:00
Presented by: Occupational Safety & Environmental Assoc., Inc.
Our Risk Management Department will host this live training monthly. Content will be repeated in each session focusing on the following core items related to PESH training:

Bloodborne Pathogens
Workplace Violence Prevention
Sexual Harassment
Hazard communication/right to know

Training is not recorded and will last approximately 3 hours.

Foundational Webinar Series - Road & Street Legal Issues
2024-01-23 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Knowing an overview of legal issues from powers and duties to liability can help highway and public works departments manage their day-to-day activities. In this webinar, David will provide an overview of the underlying legal issues related to road and street activities.
Presented by David Orr, P.E.
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Foundational Webinar Series - Worker Safety
2024-01-30 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Everyone should get home safely every day. Worker safety can improve productivity and employee morale as well as save lives. In this webinar, Phil will provide the basics of why worker safety is important to a well-managed department.
Presented by Phil Spiezio
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Foundational Webinar Series - Culverts
2024-02-06 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
In this webinar, Willy will discuss maintenance and repair techniques for common culvert distresses and deterioration as well as covering maintenance techniques for correcting those issues.
Presented by Willy Grimmke, P.E.
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Foundational Webinar Series - Finding, Retaining, and Motivating Employees
2024-02-13 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Good employees are vital to any highway and public works department. It is more critical than ever to find, retain, and motivate employees. Come hear why this is so critical and gain some insight on how to have the best employees possible.
Presented by Jim Sheridan
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Foundational Webinar Series - Work Zones
2024-02-20 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Works zones can be very dangerous places but are vital to the maintenance and construction of our roads and streets. In this webinar, you will learn what makes a good work zone and the critical components to make the work zone safe for both the highway agency and the traveling public.
Presented by David Orr, P.E.
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Foundational Webinar Series - Purchasing & Financing
2024-02-27 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
Proper financing is crucial to successful highway and public works departments. In this webinar, Tim will discuss the underlying basis for purchasing and finance and help you understand the role these funds play in a well-run department.
Presented by Tim Hunt
To register for this free webinar, please click here.

Safe Street Encounters Training Seminar
2024-02-27 09:00 - 15:00 | Rye Fire Department, 15 Locust Avenue, Rye, NY, 10580, United States
Increasing Officer Safety Through Organizational Culture
This free seminar will provide an overview of current critical issues that will include:

Using policy, organizational culture, and effective internal communication to reduce risk to officers and minimize agency liability
A discussion of crisis communication vs. conflict communication and the need for both
The state of the law pertaining to de-escalation and related issues including the reality of what de-escalation is and its limitations
A statistical overview of the causes of officer injuries and deaths
Critical video review of recent controversial cases and the application of “priority of life” to them

Presented by Chief (Ret.) Michael Ranalli, Esq.
Lunch will be provided.
To register, email pfrisoni@perma.org by February 22nd.
Pete Frisoni
Public Safety Risk Management Specialist
Public Employer Risk Management Association
9 Cornell Road
Latham, New York 12110
(518) 220-0383

Foundational Webinar Series - Surface & Subsurface Drainage
2024-03-05 09:00 - 10:00
Presented by our vendor partner NYS LTAP Center – Cornell Local Roads
The key to good roads is drainage. The key to good drainage is controlling potential drainage problems before they become serious. This webinar will cover the most common drainage problems on highways and offer some simple solutions.
Presented by David Orr, P.E.
To register for this free webinar, please click here.
