MIHS sponsored two AIHA TeleWebs in 2005. Attendance was free for current MIHS members. An attendee could earn up to 0.5 ABIH CIH CM points upon successfully completing the test at the end of the training session, and mailing it to AIHA with a processing fee of $25. Rich McLonis, CIH, MIHS Board, offered the conference room at Marsh, which provided us with the technological equipment necessary, i.e. conference call capabilities, internet connection, computer and projection unit. Thank you Rich and Marsh!

The first TeleWeb was held on November 16, 2005, and was titled, "Meth Lab Decontamination". There were 13 attendees. Three presenters discussed the science and chemistry of meth labs, potential chemicals involved (both airborne and surface), and potential hazards for people involved in the decontamination process. (Not all hazards are chemical in nature, as meth lab users are known for setting traps for law enforcement agents and others.) They discussed air monitoring guidelines and instrumentation recommendations, appropriate PPE, and a discussion on what is "clean". It also touched on the human side of meth labs, and the human tragedies. It was a fascinating presentation!

The second TeleWeb was held on December 13, 2005, and was titled, "Globally
Harmonized System (GHS) for Worldwide Hazard Communication: Status and Update on US Implementation". There were 18 attendees. It provided an in-depth view of this topic, the intent, and its future.

Here are some comments from the surveys about the TeleWebs:
• This worked well. MIHS should consider sponsoring more of these.
• I like the method of the course being offered. More like this should be held
• A very good course, and an excellent opportunity to get CM points at a reasonable cost. It was very much appreciated.

TeleWebs are great ways to learn about upcoming IH topics, and also receive ABIH CIH CM points. It is exciting to be able to interact with the presenters, and to be connected with CIHs throughout the country. Check the MIHS website for future TeleWeb hostings.

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MIHS/AIHA Tele-Web: GHS for Worldwide Haz Comm Dec. 13, 2005

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