SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FACILITIES EXPO / MANAGING GREEN BUILDINGS CONFERENCE

Time Name Speakers Description
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
8:40 AM - 9:40 AMSession 01: CA Title 24 – How to Design, Build and Commission a Compliant Lighting Project that Passes the Testing Requirements

This presentation will provide a formula on how to complete, per California Title 24 requirements, a compliant lighting project that will pass the functional testing process starting from the basis of design. Participants will learn what they need to know before, during and after lighting installation; and how lighting plans and specifications will be reviewed for compliance and by whom. Also learn how to commission your lighting controls system to pass the functional testing process, and how to utilize a lighting controls ATT throughout your entire project.

8:40 AM - 9:40 AMSession 02: The Predictive Edge: Enhancing Building Facility Performance Through Condition Monitoring

This presentation focuses on the crucial role of predictive maintenance in monitoring and maintaining the equipment essential to a facility's critical infrastructure, such as motors, pumps, fans, HVAC systems, and electrical distribution networks. It highlights how monitoring technologies and data analytics are transforming the management of these critical systems, enabling facility managers to anticipate and prevent potential failures before they occur. The talk will provide insights into strategies and tools that ensure the reliability and efficiency of vital building systems, thereby enhancing overall facility performance and sustainability.

9:50 AM - 10:50 AMSession 03: LAX Modernization: Facilities Lessons Learned and Best Practices

Everybody has been reading or hearing about the huge modernization project at LAX, and you may have wondered what this means to the LAX Facilities Group. This very interesting presentation will describe the ORAT program – Operational Readiness and Airport Practices – a Facilities Best Practices program to support the successful introduction of new facility infrastructure. Among the topics discussed will be:  development of operations and maintenance needs and staffing, participation of maintenance crews during construction, and review and acceptance of training, equipment, inspection and commissioning activities. Also: development of a warranty management plan and implementation, and the development, planning, testing and certification of fire life safety systems. Hear about LAX Facilities experiences, and gain ideas you can apply at your own site during changes to your facility.

9:50 AM - 10:50 AMSession 04: Energy Storage Systems: How to Mitigate Fire and Explosion Hazards 

Energy storage systems are everywhere and their use is increasing across all types of facilities.  Massive amounts of stored energy can cause serious problems if something goes wrong – including injury and death. This presentation will discuss different technologies associated with energy storage systems, and focus on lithium-ion battery technology and their hazards and risk. Applying NFPA 855 will help mitigate the risks to your facility.  The presentation will cover the basics and you will take away an understanding of the risk and how to mitigate it.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PMSession 05: Behind the Scenes of a Net Zero Office Project – the Richards Boulevard Office Complex in Sacramento

This presentation will showcase a very impressive net zero office project – the 1.25 million sq ft Richards Boulevard Office Complex – a Department of General Services project with four office towers, located on 17 acres in Sacramento. It is anticipated to be the largest all-electric net zero energy and net zero carbon operational facility in the nation when complete. Hear the details of this sustainably innovative project from the design criteria team, with a focus on the performance goals and how they are being achieved.  

11:00 AM - 12:00 PMSession 06: Financial Analysis for Facilities Professionals

This session will address how senior management perceives facilities management and explain the continuous budget reduction attempts. Attendees will gain insights into what's crucial for CEOs, learning to translate facilities data into quantifiable information and to effectively communicate it in a way that CEOs can grasp. The session covers topics such as redefining facilities as profit centers, creating facilities ratios, benchmarking, and conducting financial analyses using metrics like payback, Return on Investment (ROI), and life cycle costing. Additionally, it will provide guidance on constructing a business case to effectively pitch projects to management.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMSession 07: When OSHA Visits Your Facility

Is your facility ready to pass an OSHA inspection? Learn what you need to know to pass an inspection, and gain information on common violations. The speaker also will discuss resources available, including training and education.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMSession 08: Proper Roof Maintenance and Leak Management

Learn about common problems related to roofing systems of all types, and how proper maintenance and repair practices can help avoid or minimize such problems, and thus extend the life of the roof. Find out about leak management – including what an unrepaired roof leak really costs your facility – and also what requirements are needed to fulfill the warranty that the roof manufacturer offers after a roof is installed. 

2:10 PM - 3:10 PMSession A: Film -- ASHRAE’s New Standard 241: Addressing the Risk of Disease Transmission in Indoor SpacesLearn about ASHRAE’s new groundbreaking Standard 241, Control of Infectious Aerosols, which establishes minimum requirements to reduce the risk of disease transmission by exposure to infectious aerosols in new buildings, existing buildings, and major renovations. This valuable filmed presentation is by Dr. William Bahnfleth, Professor of Architectural Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, who chairs the project committee for ASHRAE Standard 241. Find out what you need to know to help your facility plan for COVID-19, influenza viruses and other pathogens that cause problems for building occupants. Standard 241 provides requirements for many aspects of air systems design, installation, operation and maintenance. The presentation was given at the 25th Westford Building Science Symposium organized by Building Science Corporation.
Thursday, April 18, 2024
8:40 AM - 9:40 AMSession 09: Fire Systems Testing and Inspection 101

Testing and inspection of fire systems – sprinklers, fire alarms, suppression systems – are an important part of maintaining a safe and secure facility. This session will describe an overview of What, When and Why fire and life safety systems testing and inspections are required. Find out what you need to know to ensure safety and protect your budget.

8:40 AM - 9:40 AMSession 10: Ladder Safety – Avoid Accidents at Your Facility 

Thinking of ladder safety, you might say: "This is a simple tool I've used all my life – what possibly could go wrong?" But in fact there are 300+ killed and over 175,000 injured every year in ladder accidents. The speaker will discuss the "CLIMB" program: Choose the right ladder, Look at and inspect the ladder, Insure safe ladder set-up, Move safely with and on the ladder, and Be a ladder safety expert. He also will describe the new CAL OSHA standards on training for ladder safety.

9:50 AM - 10:50 AMSession 11: Electrifying Commercial Buildings: What, Why and How

Building electrification can reduce energy costs, increase asset value and enhance occupant comfort and health. Learn what building electrification is, why it is an increasingly important strategy to achieving California’s clean energy goals, and how to electrify existing commercial buildings. Information on heat pumps will be included, with details on clean technologies such as solar panels and batteries.

9:50 AM - 10:50 AMSession 12: The New Thermal Imaging Testing Requirements per NFPA-70B – Electrical Equipment Maintenance Standard

In 2023, The National Fire Protection Agency updated their regulations in NFPA-70B (the Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance) to shift annual thermal imaging from a “recommended” practice to a “required” one. What does this mean to your facility and how can you be in compliance? Come learn from licensed thermographers about practical applications for the thermal testing of electrical systems. Also discussed will be pumps, bearings, motors, steam traps, tank levels, roofs and building envelopes.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PMSession 13: EV Charging at Your Site -- What You Need to Know For Most Effective Implementation

This session will be for anyone looking to implement EV charging for their property or facility. Or maybe there’s already infrastructure in place, but there’s a need to add more charging stations – but you aren’t sure where to start or what questions you need to be asking. The speaker will reveal five factors to help maximize EV charging infrastructure – ensuring the EV charging implementation can scale without costly electrical upgrades and that it goes live without a hitch.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PMSession 14: Active Shooter Situations – What Facility Managers Need to Know

When you hear about active shooter situations in the news, do you wonder “Is my facility prepared?” This presentation, by the Anaheim Police Department, will provide information you and your facilities staff members need to know. The speaker will describe what type of location shooters are looking for (soft compared to hard in respect to accessibility) – to “harden” your facility means to set things up to limit accessibility, like locked doors, a card system to get in, fences and locked gates, cement planters on a walkway to the front door to limit ability to drive a car through. Find out details about the mindset of shooters, learn signs to look for. Discussed will be the “Run, Hide, Fight” scenario during an active shooter situation. Also discussed will be the Department’s assessments provided upon request for local facilities.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMSession 15: Solar Energy For Facilities – Achieving Cost Reductions and Improved Sustainability

This presentation will describe how solar energy effectively tackles an array of challenges faced by facility managers. The information includes real-world examples from the U.S. and around the world, demonstrating how solar energy is utilized to lower operating costs, and safeguard businesses during grid disruptions and extreme weather events. Also, to ensure regulatory compliance, enhance corporate reputation through sustainable practices, and deliver substantial energy cost savings while reducing carbon emissions.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMSession 16: Fall Protection and Suspended Access Systems

This session will discuss the required annual inspection and testing of façade access equipment per CAL-OSHA mandates by a CAL-OSHA certified SIT company. Façade access equipment encompasses all rooftop suspension and safety systems utilized for exterior building maintenance access. This requirement would include, but is not limited to, the entire façade access system, guard railing, HLL lines, roof anchors, roof davits and much more. The speaker will outline the steps necessary to identify building hazards and develop solutions, and how to ask the appropriate questions of an SIT company. The presentation also will identify the importance of prioritizing worker safety to assist in the mitigation of liability and risks.

2:10 PM - 3:10 PMSession B: Film -- ASHRAE’s New Standard 241: Addressing the Risk of Disease Transmission in Indoor SpacesLearn about ASHRAE’s new groundbreaking Standard 241, Control of Infectious Aerosols, which establishes minimum requirements to reduce the risk of disease transmission by exposure to infectious aerosols in new buildings, existing buildings, and major renovations. This valuable filmed presentation is by Dr. William Bahnfleth, Professor of Architectural Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, who chairs the project committee for ASHRAE Standard 241. Find out what you need to know to help your facility plan for COVID-19, influenza viruses and other pathogens that cause problems for building occupants. Standard 241 provides requirements for many aspects of air systems design, installation, operation and maintenance. The presentation was given at the 25th Westford Building Science Symposium organized by Building Science Corporation.

As of 2012, the Green Building Certification Institute allows individuals with LEED Professional credentials to report any education related to green buildings to the Institute for continuing education. Upon request, Facilities Expo will send a certificate of completion for sessions on green building topics to any LEED Professional who requests one for GBCI documentation purposes, as long as they make the request at the conclusion of the class session, and as long as their badge was scanned.