ASSE Professional Development Conference & Exposition
Safety 2016
June 26-29, 2016  Atlanta, Georgia
Call for Presenters
ASSE invites those interested in presenting at its 2016 Professional Development Conference to submit a proposal
for review by the Conference Planning Committee. Safety 2016 will provide a forum for OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND
HEALTH (OSH) professionals to:
 Identify key issues facing OSH professionals
 Expand their knowledge and professional skills
 Prepare for the challenges in the OSH fields
 Engage in the discourse concerning the profession
 Identify emerging issues relevant to the profession
The committee is particularly interested in advanced, technically oriented and practical presentations.
DETAILS & POLICY
Presentation Description: (Recommended length is 1 page, maximum length is 3 pages)
Describe your presentation and specify expected learning outcomes for attendees. Indicate the session level.
Levels are evaluated with respect to attendee experience with a topic as follows:
 Basic: 2 to 5 years’ experience
 Intermediate: 6 to 10 years’ experience
 Advanced: 10 plus years’ experience
 Executive: Senior SH&E management
Brochure Description: Provide a 50-word (max.) description of the presentation to be included in the conference
brochure.
Biographical Data & References: (Maximum length is 2 pages)
For each speaker, include as a minimum:
 Name
 Address
 Education
 Current position
 Certifications, designations and relevant speaking experience (that address qualifications to present)
 Contact information (work phone number) for three references
 Noteworthy articles and publications from the past 3 years
Multiple Submissions: No more than two proposals (the first two received) from one speaker will be considered.
Complete a separate application form for each proposal.
Length of Presentation: Presentations are either 1 or 1¼ hours, including 15 minutes for questions.
Proceedings Paper: Speakers must submit a paper based on their presentation for the proceedings that is provided
to conference attendees. Details on preparing the proceedings paper are provided upon selection. Papers are due
March 11, 2016.
Honoraria: Individual speakers (one or two speakers per session) receive a full complimentary conference
registration. Group/panel presenters receive a complimentary registration for the day on which they speak and a
reduced rate for the balance of the conference. Travel, lodging and meal expenses are the responsibility of the
speaker.
ASSE Professional Development Conference & Exposition
Safety 2016
Steps to Submit a Proposal
1. Complete an application form for each proposal submitted (two maximum).
2. Follow all submission instructions and review the application(s) for completeness,
accuracy and legibility. See Details & Policy section for more information.
3. Sign the application where indicated. (No signature is needed for electronic
submissions.)
4. Do not submit PowerPoint presentations, CDs, disks, brochures or promotional
material.
Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Proposals are due July 15, 2015
 Submit online (preferred):
http://sgiz.mobi/s3/Safety-2016-Call-for-Presenters
 Email proposals will not be considered
 Mail to:
ASSE – 2016 PDC
Director of Professional Development
520 N. Northwest Highway
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Email questions to: PDCspeaker@asse.org
Acceptance notification will be mailed by November 13, 2015
Speaker proposals are evaluated objectively by the Professional Development Conference Planning Committee with
consideration of the following criteria:
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Degree to which the proposed session meets the conference/program objectives, as contained in the Call for
Presenters.
Presentation skills and experience of the speaker
Desirability of the topic to the conference attendees
Successful applicants comply with all provisions and guidelines of the Call for Presenters. The proposal should clearly
articulate the specific qualifications and experience of each presenter to speak on the proposed topic(s) and would
include: education (degree, institution, area of study), professional credentials (licenses, certifications, designations)
that are recognized and/or accredited as well as documented experience that demonstrates expertise in the subject
area of the proposal. There is no set list of credentials or degrees.
Proposals to present also must contain and convey sufficient detail to allow the selection committee to understand
the learning objectives and how the proposed session will meet those objectives. Marketing material, promotional
flyers, PowerPoint slides, photographs or similar materials are not accepted. Selection is competitive; therefore, it is
important to submit a compelling and complete proposal in accordance with the Call for Presenters.
ASSE Professional Development Conference & Exposition
Safety 2016
June 26-29, 2016  Atlanta, Georgia
Online submissions preferred: http://sgiz.mobi/s3/Safety-2016-Call-for-Presenters. Print and complete this form to
submit by mail. Type or print clearly / Attach additional sheets if necessary / Submit by July 15, 2015.
SPEAKER INFORMATION
Presenter’s
full name:
Job Title:
Presenter’s
full name:
Job Title:
Organization:
Address:
Designations
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Certifications
,
Designations
list, list, list
Certifications
,
ASSE Member
,
Yes
ASSE Member
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Yes
City:
State / Province:
Country:
Tel:
Zip Code:
Fax:
E-mail:
PRESENTATION INFORMATION
Title of presentation:
80 character limit including
spaces.
Format (check one):
Individual Session (1 or 2 speakers)
Method (check all that apply):
Lecture Presentation
Level (indicate primary audience):
Basic
Group / Panel (3 or more speakers)
Case Study
Intermediate
Panel Discussion
Advanced
Executive
Topic Area (Rank the top 3 most applicable topics. Insert 1, 2 or 3, with 1 being the most applicable):
Business Skills / Personal
Development
Construction / Mining
Fire Protection
International
Safety Management
Healthcare / Wellness
Oil & Gas
Sustainability
Emergency Management / Security
Hospitality
Environment / Hazardous Material
Human Behavior
Regulatory Issues / Government
/ Public Sector
Risk Management / Insurance
Technical / Engineering /
Standards
Training / Education
Ergonomics
Industrial Hygiene / Health
Risk Assessment
Transportation
Industry (Check the primary industry that applies to your proposal):
General Industry
Construction
Healthcare
Other (fill-in)
Oil & Gas
Transportation
Sponsorship (Requires Preapproval)
Sponsored By (see Practice Specialty list):
List
Signature:
Sponsored By (see Common Interest Group or other list):
List
Date:
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