2026 eLearning Subscription

Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 1:00-2:30 pm ET

Earn 1.5 Contact Hours

As the legal cannabis industry rapidly expands across North America, OEHS/IH professionals face a unique challenge: navigating a complex landscape of emerging hazards, evolving regulations, and inconsistent safety practices. This webinar demystifies the cannabis sector by breaking down its core segments - cultivation, manufacturing, transportation, and retail - and analyzing the most hazardous activities and frequent exposures within each.

Participants will explore evidence-based control strategies tailored to cannabis operations, including job hazard analyses, PPE assessments, and workforce health protocols. Presenters will also examine current injury and illness trends, regulatory citations, and the patchwork of laws and standards shaping occupational health and safety in this space.

Led by Certified Industrial Hygienists with deep experience in cannabis-related H&S programs, this session offers practical insights and a dedicated Q&A to support professionals in applying strategic health and safety approaches to a rapidly evolving industry.

Learning Objectives

After this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify key workplace hazards across cannabis industry segments, including cultivation, harvesting, processing, and retail environments.
• Outline control strategies and safety program components relevant to cannabis operations, such as JHAs, PPE evaluations, and pre-employment health screenings.
• Analyze the current legal landscape of cannabis in North America and its implications for H&S regulation, enforcement, and exposure research.
• Discuss common regulatory citations and recent injury/illness trends to inform proactive risk mitigation strategies.

Presenters:

• Sylvia Fontes, MS, CIH
• Cathy Hovde, CIH, CSP
• Marina Jabsky, MPH
• Rob Kleinerman, MPH, CIH

Access to the event is provided in the online classroom under the subscription group or My Events.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 1:00-3:00pm ET

Earn 2 Contact Hours

Psychosocial hazards—such as ineffective leadership, harassment, excessive workloads, and exposure to traumatic events—can significantly impact employee well-being and organizational performance. Like other hazards, these risks demand systematic identification, evaluation, and control. Psychosocial risks are increasingly recognized in global standards (e.g., ISO 45003), and managing them effectively is essential for sustainable performance, regulatory compliance, and workforce resilience.

This webinar synthesizes insights from recent AIHA sessions into a cohesive introduction to psychosocial risk management. It also previews the full-day Professional Development Course (PDC) debuting at AIHA Connect 2026, where participants will explore advanced strategies and case studies.

Learning Objectives

After this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify common psychosocial hazards across diverse work environments.
• Measure exposure and assess risk using qualitative and quantitative tools.
• Implement controls tailored to organizational context and workforce needs.

Presenter:

• Reginald J. Richards, DrPH, CIH

Access to the event is provided in the online classroom under the subscription group or My Events.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 1:00-2:00 pm ET

Earn 1 Contact Hour

Do you find yourself buried under piles of time-series data from direct-reading instruments and real-time detection systems? Does a handful of files from a targeted exposure assessment quickly turn into an overwhelming backlog of analysis? Are you relying on instrument-generated averages without the ability to tell the full story behind the data?

We have good news. A new peer-reviewed method for simplifying time-series data analysis is now available—at no cost. In this webinar, we’ll introduce you to this approach and show you how to apply it in your own practice. You’ll learn how to move beyond raw numbers and averages to uncover meaningful insights, improve confidence in exposure decisions, and streamline your workflow using the free ATHENA proof-of-concept tool.

Learning Objectives

After this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Describe the key principles of time-series data analysis.  
• Define the importance of expressions of confidence in exposure decision analysis.
• Identify chunks and testing assumptions included in time-series data analysis.
• Operate the free ATHENA proof-of-concept tool.

Presenters:

• Spencer Pizzani, CIH
• Caleb Ginorio, CIH, CSP

Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 1:00-2:00 pm ET

Earn 1 Contact Hour

Mental health is no longer a peripheral concern—it’s a critical component of workplace safety and organizational resilience. This dynamic panel discussion brings together three industry leaders who are redefining what “safe” means in today’s global workforce. From manufacturing floors to executive suites, they’ll share practical strategies to foster resilience and eliminate stigma around mental health.

You’ll gain real-world examples of policies, programs, and cultural shifts that align with OEHS principles and integrate mental well-being into safety metrics. Learn why prioritizing mental health is essential for compliance, productivity, and worker well-being—and leave with actionable ideas to strengthen your own organization’s approach.

Learning Objectives

After this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify employer-driven practices that effectively support employee mental health and resilience.
• Compare approaches used across diverse industries to normalize and sustain mental health conversations at work.
• Apply key takeaways to enhance or initiate mental health strategies within their own organizations.

Presenters:

• Megan Hammes, MS, MCHES
• Anthony Panepinto, CIH
• Dan Jennings
• Kevin Glesener

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OnDemand

Earn 1.5 Contact Hours

ToxShorts is an educational series created by the Toxicology Committee to make toxicology training content available to more AIHAConnect attendees. The safe handling of chemicals requires the identification and classification of hazards. Where sufficient data are available to support a quantitative limit, an occupational exposure limit (OEL) is calculated. An quantitative assessment and OEL is not feasible for compounds with insufficient toxicological data. Occupational exposure banding is a qualitative method to identify the appropriate control range for a chemical. In this education session, attendees will practice occupational exposure banding using the NIOSH Occupational Exposure Banding Process for Chemical Risk Management. The basic concepts of the process are transferable to any banding scheme. Handouts containing excerpts from banding schemes and sample Safety Data Sheets will be provided.

ToxShorts Occupational Exposure Banding Basics Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:

• Summarize the difference between qualitative and quantitative limits.
• Identify banding schemes relevant to their work.
• Demonstrate the basic principles of banding.
• Apply the NIOSH Tier 1 Banding process.

ToxShorts Respiratory Anatomy, Physiology, and Toxicology Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:

• Identify the relevant structures of the respiratory tract.
• Outline the chemicals that target each structure.
• Interpret toxicological data specific to respiratory sensitization.
• Classify compounds using GHS (H) codes accurately.
• Distinguish short-term irritant effects from respiratory sensitization.

Contact Hours:
1.5

Presentation Date:
05/20/2025

Presenters:
Simon Brown
Patrick Kerzic
Renee Hartsook, PhD, DABT

OnDemand

Earn 1 Contact Hour

Roof safety risks are widespread; each with unique scenarios and EHS challenges. From structural high rises, historic homes, modern flagship buildings, and multi-addition complexes; roof safety regulatory standards and compliance vary based on use, year of design, and construction types. From a no-roof safety infrastructure to state-of-the-art controls, follow one organization through the use of: 1) a risk assessment process to prioritize improvement; 2) asset management systems; and 3) geographic information systems (GIS), to ensure a fully compliant roof safety program. The risks are high, and the effort to bring the organization toward full safety compliance is critical. Learn how patterns were developed, and strategies deployed for effective solutions, for an ultimately safe work environment.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:

• Manage the regulatory components of a roof safety program.
• Communicate the risk assessment process to senior leadership.
• Define the relationship between engineering and inspection contractors.
• Implement asset management programs and GIS to manage data.

Contact Hours:
1

Presentation Date:
05/21/2025

Presenter:
Allison Hillebrand, CIH, CSP

OnDemand

Earn 1 Contact Hour

In a world plagued by bad information, how can you help ensure that the records you create can be trusted? This session will present: 1) what is Objective Quality Evidence (OQE); 2) what it looks like; and 3) how to use OQE industrial hygiene and safety programs. With a focus on exposure record documentation, a step-by-step process for ensuring the records you create are OQE will be presented. A real-life scenario will demonstrate the preparation for and the conducting of sampling, the receipt of laboratory analysis, and the creation of an exposure record. Attendees will be provided with a) standards; b) best practices; c) reference tools; and d) methods for standardizing documentation to utilize while preparing their OQE records. The presenters will ensure all attendees leave with knowledge of how to take the information they are provided and create a record that is considered Objective Quality Evidence.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:

• Develop OQE to ensure robust documentation in IH programs.
• Discuss the importance and relevance of OQE for IH applications.

Contact Hours:
1

Presentation Date:
05/20/2025

Presenters:
Catherine Crott, CSP, CIH, MS
Jessica Harley, CIH, CSP, MEng
James Aldrich, CSP

OnDemand

Earn 1 Contact Hour

Welding fumes consist of clusters of submicron, nonhomogeneous particles with potential health effects ranging from acute effects (e.g., metal fume fever) to chronic effects (e.g., cancer, neurological effects). Exposure to welding fumes is highly variable and dependent on a variety factors. Understanding these factors is critical to properly assessing and controlling the risk of exposure. These exposure factors are explained using supporting data, case studies, and video clips to illustrate key concepts.

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:

• Illustrate the differences between welding processes.
• Examine the differences between thermal arc cutting processes.
• Identify the factors that affect fume generation rates.
• Collect samples inside the welder's helmet.
• Recognize that one of the significant exposure variables is arc time.
• Address arc time during welding fume assessments.
• Explain how welding positions can be a significant exposure factor.
• Select options for welding fume exposure controls.
• Manage emerging issues concerning exposure to manganese.

Contact Hours:
1

Presentation Date:
05/20/2025

Presenters:
Arlen Siert, PhD, CIH, CSP
Jerome Spear, CIH, CSP, FAIHA

OnDemand

Earn 1 Contact Hour

This year's Upton Sinclair lecturer will elaborate on the hidden epidemic of severe black lung disease among coal miners, uncovered through relentless investigative work since 2016. Cases of progressive massive fibrosis exceed official reports, and thousands of instances of excessive silica dust exposure and regulatory failures have been exposed. Learn about the significant changes prompted by these findings in 2024 and hear stories from miners themselves. Our speaker, retired NPR Investigations Correspondent Howard Berkes, will share his insights from nearly 15 years of reporting on the regulation of workplace safety and emphasize the critical importance of effective enforcement mechanisms. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the challenges and triumphs of protecting workers' health.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, the participant will be able to:

• Understand the scope and impact of the hidden epidemic of severe black lung disease and the role of silica dust exposure in coal mines.
• Explore the investigative methods used to uncover regulatory failures and the importance of effective enforcement mechanisms in protecting worker health.
• Reflect on the current state of regulatory agencies and the potential implications of deregulation on workplace safety.
• Explain how journalists and workplace safety professionals can work together to hold companies and agencies accountable.

Contact Hours:
1

Presentation Date:
05/19/2025

Presenters:

Christina Roll, MS, CIH, CSP
Howard Berkes