Meetings
Nov
20
Thu
November 2025 Dinner Meeting
Agenda:
5:00 p.m. Networking/Cash Bar
5:30 p.m. Before Dinner Session:
Topic: Traffic Safety Education for children – is it a thing? When should it start? The background around writing the book; The challenges of teaching danger to this age group; The current state and prioritization of child pedestrian education in schools, literature and our society. Speaker: Ora Pollack Ora Pollack is a self-published novice author of a picture book about traffic safety. As a landscape designer/planner, safety measures and problem-solving are major considerations in the remaking of outdoor space. It is all about hazard recognition, situational awareness, prevention and problem-solving. I used these skills to create a viable solution for teaching kids how to keep themselves safe around traffic, and help adults start conversations and reach a real understanding around it.6:30 p.m. $45 – Buffet Dinner
7:15 p.m. After Dinner Session:
Topic: When the Sampler-Becomes the Source: Preventing PFAS Cross Contamination This session examines how common materials and personal products used during sampling can unintentionally introduce PFAS into environmental samples. It outlines the risks this poses to data quality and decision-making, and reviews practical measures—such as selecting PFAS-free equipment, appropriate protective clothing, careful field practices, and the use of quality control samples—to reduce or eliminate cross contamination. Speaker: Kimberli Harris, CIH, CSP, ARM Kimberli Harris began her career as a chemist. She later transitioned into safety and industrial hygiene. With over 15 years of experience, Kimberli has worked in labs, cleanrooms, manufacturing sites, and office environments, identifying and evaluating health and safety risks. She holds certifications as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), and Associate in Risk Management (ARM™), and is recognized by AIHA as a Registered Specialist in Exposure Decision Analysis. At Sompo, where she’s worked for seven years, Kimberli leads industrial hygiene efforts—conducting assessments for ergonomics, chemical and biological exposures, and noise. Beyond sampling, she provides expert guidance on safety procedures, policies, and regulations to support healthier workplaces. Preregistration is appreciated so we can give an accurate headcount to the venue. Walk-ins are also welcome. You may register using the below form, or via email to Ronnie Tutty at njaiha@ptd.net. Subscribe to filtered calendar