AIHA Fall Conference > Education > PDCs - Wednesday Half Day PDCs - Wednesday Half Day Page ContentWednesday Half-Day Professional Development Courses Wednesday, October 31, 8:00 a.m.–NoonMember $195/$235; Nonmember $245/$285Please note Wednesday PDCs will be held at the San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk Hotel. PDC 10Smart Devices and the EHS Professional Introductory / 4 contact hours / an estimated 4 CM credits/.5 CEU & .5 COCSee certification information for further guidance. Please note: This PDC does not have electronic handouts. DescripionThe EHS professional has witnessed the evolution of the hand-held computer, from basic PDA to Smartphone to Smart Device. A Smart Device is loosely defined as a small mobile computer, combining things like copious amounts of data storage, camera, telephone, GPS and other technologies. Based on the enhanced functionality over a mobile phone, many EH&S professionals would like to use their Smart Device for more advanced tasks. This includes – but is not limited to – document editing, communication and data collection. This PDC will provide information on document and e-text creation, communication technologies and data collection applications and methodologies. Also included will be an open discussion, based on over 19 years of experience with PDAs and Smart Devices. Please note that this is NOT SOLELY a PDC on Smart Device programming nor Smart Device database development but a detailed overview of the topics and techniques related to Smart Devices usage. Attendees receive a CD at the end of the PDC with all materials and extra information. PrerequisitesFamiliarity with “Smart Devices” (e.g. iPhone, Android, iPad, and so on) OutcomesUpon completion, the participant will be able to: Understand ways to use a Smart Device to Communicate more effectively. Create and edit documents. Manage workflow, projects and travel. Develop and utilize data collection and database applications. Use intermediate/advanced features. Outline Device Market History and market share Statistics Features Communication Telephone E-mail Web browsing Instant Messaging Documents Creating and editing PDFs e-Books Printing Collaboration Meetings Presentations Working cooperatively Time Management Training and Social Education Social media Leisure Time GPS and Travel GPS and Maps Travel Aids City or country guides Translation Apps Expenses Weather Photo and Video Photo Video Photo/Video editing Scanner Apps Other electronic devices Security Overview Device Security App Security Data Collection Questions Field types Rules Development Accessories Chargers Battery pack Stand Keyboard Stylus Case Apps Apps that – while not specific to EH&S – make an EH&S job easier Scenarios Presentation Review draft regulations IH sampling Ergonomic survey Chemical inventory Phase I environmental audit Emergency response Mold survey Group Exercise Open discussion Transfer of KnowledgeInstructors will evaluate participants understanding of the materials presented based on: Group activities Disclosure:The following instructors have disclosed significant financial interests or other relationships, including grants, research support, employment, consulting, major stockholder, speakers bureau member, etc., with manufacturers/ providers of commercial products and services. Mark Rollins, CIH, CSP – I will mention a free “chemical compatibility App” from Cole Parmer – Thermo Fisher owns Cole Parmer InstructorMark Rollins, CIH, CSP, Thermo Fisher, Waltham, MA PDC 11 Making Ethical Decisions as an Industrial Hygienist Sold Out Introductory / 4 contact hours / an estimated 4 CM credits/.5 CEU & .5 COCSee certification information for further guidance. Please note: This PDC does not have electronic handouts. Description How often do you think you make ethical decisions? Once per week, twice per month...? Surprisingly, we make ethical decisions more often than we think. We just don't conscientiously categorize these decisions as ethical. In part, most of us make these decisions using our well-established moral compass. The goals of this course are to instill a rich understanding of ethical situations an industrial hygienist might encounter during his or her daily routine, challenge the perception of what is and is not ethical, and actions taken to address an unethical situation. The course is designed around the May 2007 ABIH Code of Ethics. Following a brief introduction and discussion of ethics in general, participants will be divided into groups to undertake an exercise involving a scenario addressing each of the professional standards of the ABIH Code of Ethics. The exercise begins with background information of the organization and people involved, and proceeds to unfold as a story involving industrial hygiene issues and decision-making. The exercise consists of three or four moves, wherein at the end of each move, questions are posed to stimulate conversation and identify actions taken. The intent is to challenge participants' beliefs and values as they apply to ethical and unethical situations and explore the actions they would take once they encounter such a situation. OutcomesUpon completion, the participant will be able to: Develop an understanding of ethical situations that might be encountered during his or her daily routine Discuss what is and is not ethical Analyze actions taken to address an unethical situation Outline Introduction General ethics discussion Group exercises Scenario background Activities Transfer of KnowledgeInstructors will evaluate participants understanding of the materials presented based on: Group activities Instructor James E. Leemann, PhD, The Leemann Group LLC, Scottsdale, AZ