AIHA University Live Online PDC: Real-World Case Scenarios and Lessons Learned in Confined Space Safety Recording

Earn 3 Contact Hours

Standard Pricing: Member $295 | Nonmember $395 | Student $295

Confined space entry remains one of the most misunderstood and high-risk activities in occupational safety—often complicated by inconsistent hazard assessments, unclear procedures, and reactive decision-making. This Virtual PDC tackles those challenges head-on through a series of real-world case scenarios that expose the nuances of confined space hazards and the consequences of inadequate controls.

Participants will engage in interactive discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and post-incident analyses designed to sharpen their ability to identify risks, apply regulatory standards, and make informed decisions under pressure. Topics include permit-required confined spaces (PRCS), alternate entry procedures, rescue operations, and lessons learned from actual incidents.

Ideal for safety professionals seeking to elevate their confined space management skills, this course blends technical rigor with practical insight—empowering learners to translate complex scenarios into effective, standards-aligned safety strategies.

Course Outline

• Introduction and Objectives
• Permit-Required Confined Spaces (PRCS) Review
• Alternate Entry Procedures and Reclassification
• Case Scenarios and Hazard Assessment
• Incident Reviews and Lessons Learned
• Interactive Q&A and Wrap-Up

Learning Objectives

After this online PDC, participants will be able to:

• Identify and assess confined space hazards across diverse operational contexts.
• Apply regulatory requirements for Permit-Required Confined Spaces (PRCS) with confidence and accuracy.
• Determine when alternate entry procedures and reclassification are appropriate and compliant.
• Outline effective entry plans, control strategies, and rescue protocols based on scenario analysis.

Schedule (Eastern Time)

• 12:00 PM – Course Starts
• TBD – 15-minute Break
• 3:45 PM – Course Concludes

Presenters

Jon Archambeau, MS, CIH, CSP
Meet Jon P. Archambeau, an unwavering advocate for confined space safety education. With a Master's degree in Health and Safety and a specialization in Occupational Safety Management from Indiana State University, Jon has dedicated his career to promoting safer workplaces through knowledge sharing. As a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Jon's qualifications speak to his commitment to safety. His background as an Authorized OSHA 10 and 30-hour outreach trainer for the construction industry and a certified CPR, First Aid, & AED instructor through the American Red Cross and the Health and Safety Institute underscores his earnest mission of empowering individuals with the skills to stay safe. Within the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) and the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), Jon's past roles as President of the ASSP Hawaii Chapter and contributions to the AIHA Hawaii Chapter demonstrate his dedication to learning and sharing best practices. Currently, as a Safety Manager for HDR Engineering Inc. & previously for various Construction companies, Jon's hands-on experience has deepened his understanding of confined space safety, encompassing compliance inspections, incident management, and risk assessment. What sets Jon apart is his genuine and approachable demeanor when presenting complex confined space concepts. His humility and dedication shine through as he simplifies rescue procedures, hazard awareness, and regulations, fostering a culture of safety through shared learning.

Christina Collins, MPH, CIH, CSP
Christina Collins is a Certified Industrial Hygienist and Certified Safety Professional. She is currently employed by Central Arizona Project as a Senior Industrial Hygienist and has been working in the field of Industrial Hygiene for over 20 years in both the consulting and government sectors. She received both her BS in Environmental Science and her Master of Public Health from the University of Arizona. She has held positions on the AIHA-Arizona Local Section Board for the past 20 years and is currently the Chair for the AIHA Confined Space Committee.

Kenneth Eck, CIH, CSP, CFPS, CHMM
Kenneth C. Eck is currently the Director of Safety, Environmental and Industrial Hygiene for Quality Environmental Solutions & Technologies Inc., an EHS consulting firm located in the mid-Hudson Valley of New York. He is responsible for managing and providing EH&S consulting services to corporate, industrial and governmental sector clients. Prior to his employment at QuES&T he served as the Safety and Risk Manager for the Rockland County BOCES, providing safety and environmental services to eight (8) public school districts. He supervised a staff of EH&S professionals and was also the Lab Director for a NYS ELAP accredited Radon laboratory at BOCES.

Mr. Eck is a frequent speaker on various topics regarding safety, risk management, environmental affairs, school safety & security. He has provided these presentations in numerous locations in the U.S., South America and the Caribbean. He has served as a technical reviewer for several publications of the National Safety Council and managed the development of MSDS Master, an MSDS management system.

His experience includes having conducted numerous Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) investigations, Microbial remediations, bulk storage tank removals, and Brownfield remediations. He has responded to various hazardous materials incidents and
was involved with the initial response and follow-up recovery efforts following the attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.

Mr. Eck is a Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, Certified Fire Protection Specialist Professional member and is a LEED accredited professional. He currently holds memberships in the Indoor Air Quality Association, American Industrial Hygiene Association, American Society of Safety Engineers as a Professional member and the American Congress of Governmental Industrial Hygienists. He also serves on the Toxicology and Confined Spaces Committees of the AIHA. He presently serves as the Past President of the Hudson River Valley Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers. He is on the AIHA Toxicology and Cannabis Industry committees and is the former chairperson for the AIHA Confined Space Committee. He published an article in the Synergist regarding the Incident Command and National Incident Management Systems, and has presented several times at the AIHCE conferences and ASSP Conferences. He has been a technical reviewer for several National Safety Council Publications and developed MSDS management software.

He is retired as the Chief Safety Officer and is a Past Chief of the Howells Fire Department and has 40 years experience as a firefighter/EMT.