PERMA

Rochester Regional Meeting - Drug Testing in the Workplace and Harassment in the Workplace
2016-09-29 08:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at the Woodcliff in Rochester for an encore of Ronni Travers’ popular session from the Annual Conference regarding drug testing in the workplace. This regional will also include Ronni’s session on harassment, which includes sexual harassment in the workplace.
Drug & Alcohol Testing in the Workplace – What HR Needs to Know:
This workshop is designed to assist HR professionals in developing and implementing drug and alcohol testing policies in the workplace. This seminar will discuss testing requirements under federal requirements as well as things to consider when implementing policies for non-CDL staff. Topics will include an overview of the testing requirements, an understanding of what “reasonable suspicion” means and how it differs from other testing, knowing the warning signs of both alcohol and drug abuse, approaching employees suspected of drug or alcohol use, and documenting observed behavior.
Harassment in the Workplace:
This workshop will focus on how to recognize and prevent harassment, including sexual harassment, in the workplace. Topics will include an overview of employment discrimination laws, understanding, recognizing and avoiding inappropriate behavior, the importance of promoting respect in the workplace, and supervisors’ role in responding immediately and effectively to harassment complaints.
Breakfast will be served at 8:30am with the session following at 9am.
Contact Kristen to sign up!

Fishkill Regional Meeting - Drug Testing in the Workplace and Harassment in the Workplace
2016-09-23 08:30 - 11:00 | Hyatt house Fishkill, 100 Westage Business Center Drive, Fishkill, NY, 12524, United States
Join us at the Hyatt in Fishkill for an encore of Ronni Travers’ popular session from the Annual Conference regarding drug testing in the workplace. This regional will also include Ronni’s session on harassment, which includes sexual harassment in the workplace.
Drug & Alcohol Testing in the Workplace – What HR Needs to Know:
This workshop is designed to assist HR professionals in developing and implementing drug and alcohol testing policies in the workplace. This seminar will discuss testing requirements under federal requirements as well as things to consider when implementing policies for non-CDL staff. Topics will include an overview of the testing requirements, an understanding of what “reasonable suspicion” means and how it differs from other testing, knowing the warning signs of both alcohol and drug abuse, approaching employees suspected of drug or alcohol use, and documenting observed behavior.
Harassment in the Workplace:
This workshop will focus on how to recognize and prevent harassment, including sexual harassment, in the workplace. Topics will include an overview of employment discrimination laws, understanding, recognizing and avoiding inappropriate behavior, the importance of promoting respect in the workplace, and supervisors’ role in responding immediately and effectively to harassment complaints.
Breakfast will be served at 8:30am with the session following at 9am.
Contact Kristen to sign up!

Snowplow Training
2016-09-23 08:00 - 12:00 | PERMA, 9 Cornell Rd, Latham, NY, 12110, United States
Employees will become aware of the hazards associated with snowplowing. We will be discussing pre-start inspection and best practices for snow removal which will include: Hazard recognition, Legal Aspects, Snow & Ice Removal materials, Plowing techniques & accident prevention and Pre-trip inspections.
Space is limited, please contact Sigrid Vompa to RSVP.

August - Crossing Guard Training
2016-08-01 08:00 - 2016-08-31 17:00
Protect your school crossing guards from vehicular dangers – like they protect our kids – by sending them to one of PERMA’s half-day seminars. These four-hour trainings will encompass both classroom learning – covering best practices and federal/state traffic laws – and extensive outdoor practical exercises.
Five trainings have already been scheduled around the state, with more to come based on interest and location. If you are interested in having your crossing guards receive this valuable training, and have not already done so, contact Lew Moskowitz.

POSTPONED - Orange County Regional Workshop on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
2016-07-25 13:00 - 16:00
Due to scheduling conflicts this training will be postponed until early fall.
Please join us in New Windsor where speakers Dr. William McIntrye and Dr. David Kelley of or Public Safety Psychology will present on the topic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Among other topics, early detection of symptoms, intervention as prevention, and cultivating and maintaining a socially supportive work environment will be discussed. While geared towards members who have police and fire exposure, this workshop will benefit any employer whose employee(s) have experienced or witnessed a traumatic incident.
Email Lew to Sign Up by July 15th!

PERMA Annual Member Conference - Come Together: Collectively Managing Workers' Comp
2016-05-26 10:00 - 2016-05-27 13:00 | The Sagamore Resort, 110 Sagamore Road, Bolton Landing, NY, 12814, United States
Registration form must be received by April 22, 2016. After this date, rooms are subject to availability.
Register Online Now Conference Brochure Download Registration Form Accommodation Info

This year, staff will be dressing on theme for the awards dinner and banquet and we invite you to join us!
Think late 1960’s Beatles, Mia Farrow and Twiggy.

Mod: A-line dresses with shorter hemlines, patterned tights and go-go boots; printed pants and turtlenecks for men
Eastern and African: Nehru jackets, tunics and safari-styled suits
Hippie: gauzy blouses with long skirts, or flowing, empire waist dresses; velvet pants and (faux) fur coats and vests for men
Details: Rich, printed fabrics; high necklines, prominent collars; big bows and medallions

Keynote Speaker: Bill Stainton
Keynote speaker Bill Stainton is a multiple Emmy Award-winning TV producer, writer, and performer; an author; a business humorist; and an internationally recognized Beatles expert. He blends the business smarts he learned from twenty years in corporate management with the show biz sparks he gleaned from working with people like Jerry Seinfeld, Ellen DeGeneres, and Jay Leno to create entertaining and enlightening presentations enjoyed by audiences around the world!
As the executive producer of Seattle’s legendary comedy TV show, Almost Live!, Bill led a talented and highly creative team to unparalleled success: a #1 rating for ten straight years, and over 100 Emmy Awards (29 of which went to Bill). At the same time, he also owned his own corporate training company, authoring nine training programs in subjects ranging from Office Politics to Customer Service to Team Motivation.
From Maine to Malaysia, Bill is committed to helping his audiences achieve their highest potential— while maintaining a sense of fun along the way!
Accommodation Information
PERMA will make your room reservation. Do not contact the Sagamore to reserve. Lodge room, lower level $199
Lodge room, walk-in $219
Lodge suite, lower level $279
Lodge suite, walk-in $299
Hotel room, garden view $269
Hotel room, lake view $289
All room rates are single occupancy and include a $20 resort fee. Each additional guest per room is $175.
Prices do NOT include sales tax. If you are tax-exempt, please forward your tax-exempt form to PERMA with your reservation.

Attendance at the conference, hotel stay on the night of May 26, and four meals are all FREE for the first registrant from each municipality. Additional registrants in the same room only have to pay $175 for their meals.
If you are not the first registrant from your municipality, you will have the additional cost for the night of May 26, based on your room choice.
Note your room choice on the registration form in the Preferred accommodation section.
Your confirmation email will include the total cost of your stay.
If you have any questions, please contact kmorris@neami.com.
You will be required to present a credit card at check-in. Incidentals, sales tax and charges for additional guests or rooms will be charged to that credit card at check-out.

Agenda
THURSDAY – MAY 26
10:00 AM Conference Registration
10:00 – 11:00 AM Morning Session
11:00 – 1:00 PM Buffet Lunch
11:00 – 3:00 PM PERMA Safety & Wellness Fair
1:00 – 2:00 PM Afternoon Session I
2:10 – 3:10 PM Afternoon Session II
3:10 – 3:30 PM Break
3:30 – 4:30 PM Afternoon Session III
4:30 – 6:00 PM Free Time
6:00 – 7:00 PM Cocktails
7:00 – 8:30 PM Dinner
8:30 – 9:15 PM Risk Management Awards Presentation
9:15 – 11:00 PM Evening Event
FRIDAY – MAY 27
8:00 – 9:00 AM Breakfast Buffet
8:30 – 9:00 AM Annual Member Meeting
9:00 – 11:00 AM Keynote Speaker
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Lunch & Raffle Drawing
PERMA Safety & Wellness in the Workplace Fair
Stop by the Safety and Wellness Fair and learn how to reduce absenteeism and boost productivity in your workplace by keeping employees safe and helping them stay healthy.
Evening Entertainment & Casino Night
Like last year, the band will be grooving with the dance floor open for all the swinging cats and chicks to get their kicks. And you can play our casino tables with free “money,” converse with friendly and knowledgeable croupiers, and collect tickets to win fabulous raffle prizes!
Guest Options
The Sagamore offers an unmatched variety of activities to occupy conference attendees’ leisure time. Active pursuits include: tennis, a full complement of waterfront activities, and a fitness center complete with state-of-the-art equipment and daily exercise classes. Also on offer is croquet on the Teardrop Lawn and a nature trail located conveniently near the Lodges.
Make sure to check out the Sagamore’s indoor and outdoor pools, followed by a luxurious soak in the Jacuzzi.

OSHA Refresher Training - Chenango County
2016-04-27 08:30 - 13:00 | Canasawacta Country Club, 261 County Road 44, Norwich, NY, 13815, United States
Please join us at the OSHA Annual Refresher training for all Chenango County municipal employees presented by Lew Troast.
Lunch will be provided.
Email svompa@neami.com by April 7th to register now! Please include your name and the number of people that will attend.

OSHA Refresher Training - Madison County
2016-04-21 08:30 - 13:00 | Rusty Rail, 3231 Seneca Turnpike, Canastota, NY, 13032, United States
Please join us at the Rusty Rail for OSHA Annual Refresher training. This regional meeting is open to all Madison County municipal employees and will be presented by Lew Troast.
Lunch will be provided.
Email svompa@neami.com to register now! Please include the number of people attending.

Albany Educational Regional/Breakfast
2016-03-31 08:00 - 10:30 | PERMA, 9 Cornell Rd, Latham, NY, 12110, United States
Please join us in Albany where speaker Dr. William McIntrye will present on the topic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Breakfast will be served from 8 – 8:30am, followed by Dr. McIntyre’s presentation.
The session will include:

a brief history of PTSD, its causes, early detection and treatment
discussion of alcohol abuse and PTSD, which are often found together
identification of other mental health disorders that can be symptoms of PTSD

Law enforcement executives, mid-management officers, and first-line supervisors will all benefit from this training. Municipal administrators who employ police officers and/or those in other departments who may be veterans or others who have witnessed traumatic incidents as part of their employment will also find this to be a very informative session.
Email Kristen to Sign Up!

Norwich Mini-Regional/Breakfast
2016-03-24 08:00 - 09:30 | Canasawacta Country Club, 261 County Road 44, Norwich, NY, 13815, United States
We hope you’ll be able to join us for breakfast in Norwich!
Contact Kristen to sign up!

Long Island Educational Regional/Lunch
2016-03-10 11:30 - 14:00 | Four Points by Sheraton Plainview, 333 S Service Rd, Plainview, NY, 11803, United States
Please join us in Long Island where speaker Paul Sweeney of Couglin & Gerhart will reprise his extremely popular session from the November Educational Conference. Lunch will be served from 11:30 – 12:00pm, followed by Mr. Sweeney’s presentation.
General Municipal Law 207(a) and 207(c) Update
Presented by Paul J. Sweeney, Partner, Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP
This session will:

provide an overview of GML 207-a and -c
explain the difference between workers’ comp and GML 207 claims
outline the application, processing and evaluation of GML 207 claims
explain the roles of medical records reviews and IMEs
discuss return to work and disability retirement, and other issues relevant to GML 207

Email Kristen to Sign Up!

Batavia (Genesee County) Educational Regional/Breakfast
2016-02-25 08:00 - 10:30 | Holiday Inn Express, 4356 Commerce Drive, Batavia, NY, 14020, United States
Please join us in Batavia where speaker Paul Sweeney of Coughlin & Gerhart will reprise his extremely popular session from the November Educational Conference. Breakfast will be served from 8 – 8:30am, followed by Mr. Sweeney’s presentation.
General Municipal Law 207(a) and 207(c) Update
Presented by Paul J. Sweeney, Partner, Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP
This session will:

provide an overview of GML 207-a and -c
explain the difference between workers’ comp and GML 207 claims
outline the application, processing and evaluation of GML 207 claims
explain the roles of medical records reviews and IMEs
discuss return to work and disability retirement, and other issues relevant to GML 207

Email Kristen to Sign Up!

Fall Educational Conference - Education for First Responders and their Managers
2015-11-12 - 2015-11-13 | Dolce Palisades, 334 Rte 9w, Palisades, NY, 10964, United States
We’re very excited about the educational opportunities for first responders and managers at our upcoming Fall Educational Conferece, click here for the online version the registration brochure, which was mailed out on August 27th.
Please click here to register online.
If you have any questions, please contact Kristen!

Buffalo Mini-Regional/Reception
2015-10-29 17:30 - 19:30 | The Mansion on Delaware, 414 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
We hope you’ll join us for heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks at The Mansion on Delaware Avenue this fall! Invitations will be sent out via email in the next few weeks, but you can register now!
Email Kristen to Sign Up!

Upstate Mini-Regional/Lunch
2015-10-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Irises Cafe & Wine Bar, 20-22 City Hall Pl, Plattsburgh, NY, 12901, United States
We hope you’ll join us at Irises in Plattsburgh for lunch this fall! Invitations will be sent out via email in the next few weeks, but you can register now.
Email Kristen to Sign Up!

Safety Coordinator Training
2015-10-22 10:00 - 14:00 | PERMA, 9 Cornell Rd, Latham, NY, 12110, United States
This program will cover basic Safety Coordinator duties with a focus on policies, procedures and activities to help you create and maintain a safe workplace. Presented by PERMA representatives and John Usher of NYS DOL – PESH, all attendees who complete the program will receive a certificate. While all seats have been filled, we are currently accepting registrations for the waitlist.
Lunch will be provided.
Email memberservices@neami.com to be added to the waitlist.

MSHA Refresher Training - Chenango County
2015-10-08 07:30 - 15:30 | Fred’s Inn Restaurant & Lodging, 5149 NY-12, Norwich, NY, 13815, United States
This is annual required training for all municipal employees who work and/or operate equipment in a surface mine. Presented by Marino Franchini, MSHA program manager, all attendees who complete the program will receive a certificate. Seating is limited to the first 50 registrants and preference is given to PERMA members with mine exposure.
Lunch will be provided.
Email memberservices@neami.com to register now!

MSHA Refresher Training - Madison County
2015-10-07 07:30 - 15:30 | Rusty Rail, 3231 Seneca Turnpike, Canastota, NY, 13032, United States
This is annual required training for all municipal employees who work and/or operate equipment in a surface mine. Presented by Marino Franchini, MSHA program manager, all attendees who complete the program will receive a certificate. Seating is limited to the first 35 registrants and preference is given to PERMA members with mine exposure.
Lunch will be provided.
Email memberservices@neami.com to register now!
