This presentation will explore the fundamentals of lighting, and help you understand how to choose lighting types effectively for your specific applications. The speaker will include lighting tips and tricks, and debunk common myths surrounding traditional lighting, LED retrofit vs. replacement, and the implementation of controls.

This session will provide an overview of facility disaster preparedness. Topics to be discussed will include: developing written emergency plans, survey and risk analysis, training, and vendor/contractor provisions. Also included will be information on recovery/mitigation and post-disaster management, and a discussion of employee issues and insurance issues.

The two main installations for solar PV systems on existing building sites are roof-mounted and solar canopies – canopies being free-standing structures with solar panels on the roof, located on parking lots with space for vehicles beneath them. This presentation will examine the basic requirements for installation of solar canopies, and the benefits for a site in energy cost reduction through onsite electrical generation, as well as creation of shade. Also, the typical ROI, and options of financing including a third-party paying for the installation under a power purchase agreement. 

Hundreds of worker deaths and thousands of injuries could be prevented each year by following the latest edition of NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace®. Originally developed at OSHA's request, NFPA 70E provisions are applied to identify electrical safety hazards and reduce employee exposure to those hazards.  This presentation will focus on safety related work practices, safety related maintenance requirements and safety requirements for special equipment. Also learn about additional resources for electrical safety in the workplace. This session will advance the on the job safety for you, your staff members, and contracted people.

Learn about Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport’s ambitious digital twin project for the maintenance and operations of Terminals. Digital twins are a step beyond Building Information Modeling – both are digital copies of all building systems, but while BIM models are static, with digital twins facilities data and asset conditions are continuously updated in real time, with a wealth of benefits. Hear about the digital twin platform implementation at DFW International Airport, including key lessons learned.

OSHA citations and penalties can be costly for your company, and can be prevented. This session will provide attendees with a basic overview of the OSHA organization, legal authority for inspections, inspection priorities, conduct of an inspection, citations (including the various types and dollar amounts), and the citation resolution process.

CRASE is an acronym for Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events. During this CRASE presentation, attendees will learn about disaster response, how to prepare for and respond to an active shooter event by using the Avoid, Deny, Defend method. They will have a better understanding of what their roll is during an active shooter event and how they can develop an action plan to improve their odds in a worst case scenario. Also, attendees will be introduced to methods of target reduction through the use of environmental design principles.

This tour will provide an overview of the impressive Irving Convention Center, a uniquely designed building in a 40-acre site that is part of the Irving-Las Colinas Urban Center. Topics that will be touched on will include the facility design, layout, recent LED lighting upgrades, maintenance, and day-to-day operations.

This session will discuss building retro-commissioning, which involves testing of HVAC, electrical, lighting, and other energy-using systems, to check that equipment and systems are performing optimally. The tests, and subsequent repair and fine-tuning of equipment, can achieve significant energy savings.

The speakers will discuss emergency power systems required maintenance and how to upgrade and retrofit when you experience equipment obsolescence. They will explore options available to get older electrical components up to date without having to buy new equipment – since lead times for new equipment are very lengthy. Equipment described in the session will include ATSs, switchgear, breakers, and generators.

This valuable presentation will describe the significant changes introduced in the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) for commercial buildings. The session will cover essential updates in HVAC systems, lighting requirements, and overall building codes to enhance energy efficiency. Gain insights on how these changes impact design, implementation, and compliance. Equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the new standards effectively in your upcoming projects.

This session will examine typical problems experienced by all types of roofing systems. Learn how a formalized, proactive roof inspection and maintenance program, with a focus on leak management, can address such problems and extend the roof’s life. Included will be information on roof system warranties and the requirements.

Power reliability and resiliency solutions are on top of mind of most Texans but the cost of entry is a hurdle. Hear from experts in the energy management industry on how to implement long-term resiliency solutions without burdening your budget, using a 30+ year proven delivery model in Texas and government incentives.

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.

The City of Dallas, which relies on a large number of motorized vehicles, has plans to increasingly deploy electric vehicles in its fleets. Hear about the City’s “Comprehensive Environmental and Climate Action Plan,” of which electric vehicle use and charging infrastructure play a major part. The speakers will describe what is involved in large scale electric vehicle use, and the benefits for the local environment. Gain ideas you can apply at your site, including details on new technologies.

There is no more important leadership skill than listening. This highly interactive session will supply a grade of each attendee’s LQ [Listening Quotient]. Who a leader listens to and why they listen to them are explored and positive approaches in each case are supplied. Immediate skill increase is the most common result of the content shared in this session. Better listeners are better, more effective leaders!