The New York Zero Lift Task Force was formed to build knowledge and awareness of the importance of safe-patient handling practices and standards. Statewide conferences provided attendees an opportunity to learn and practice new skills, stay up to date on best practices, and earn continuing education credits.

Information from past conferences and resources are below. If you are interested in Safe-Patient Handling or learning more, please contact WNYCOSH at 716-833-5416 and check out our Safe-Patient Handling training page here.

Who We Are

The New York State Zero Lift Task Force is made up of healthcare workers, administrators, patient advocates, union representatives and safety and health professionals that want to ensure the health and safety of all patients and healthcare workers in New York State.

Mission Statement

The mission of the NYS Zero Lift Task Force was to create a safe environment for patients and healthcare workers by eliminating strenuous manual lifting tasks involved in transferring and repositioning patients, thus improving the physical well-being of health care workers, significantly reducing negative patient outcomes, improving the financial strength of the health care industry by significantly reducing workers compensation costs, and retaining and recruiting qualified staff.

2017 Conference

2018 Conference

Conference Description

11^th Annual Safe Patient Handling Conference

Hofstra University Student Center

Hempstead, NY

Conference Description and Learning Objectives/Outcomes

Welcome to the 11^th Annual Safe Patient Handling Conference. This conference is co-provided by the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL), Western New York Council on Occupational Safety and Health (WNYCOSH) and the New York State Zero Lift Task Force (ZLTF). The NYSDOL has overall responsibility for obtaining Continuing Education Credits, WNYCOSH has the bookkeeping responsibility, and the ZLTF is instrumental in the development and promotion of the conference. All have partnered to ensure the 11th Annual Safe Patient Handling Conference provides an excellent learning opportunity for all those in attendance.

2019 Conference Format:
The trademark of these conferences has been the interactive learning experience provided along with the equipment labs which focus on demonstrating the multitude of ways mobility equipment can be used in hospitals, residential and home settings. Although the 2019 conference is a one-day conference this format will be continued. Conference attendees must register in one of three tracks and seating is limited in each of these tracks. These tracks filled up quickly. If the track you desire is sold out, please consider registering for a track that still has open slots. All attendees, regardless of the track they are in, will attend all the General Lecture Sessions and will rotate through each of the equipment lab sessions.
The tracks being offered are:

Track 1 – Acute Care
Track 2 – Long Term Care /Sub-Acute Rehab
Track 3 – Caring for People with Developmental Disabilities (DD) or Mental Health Disorders (MHD)

The same speakers will be consistent throughout your track. The sole purpose of the tracks is to facilitate networking within each healthcare specialty and allow discussions to be pertinent to their work setting. If your preferred track is sold out, you are encouraged to register for another track since all attendees will be exposed to the same equipment and similar scenarios.

Due to occupancy laws each track will be limited to 70 people. For this reason you will be required to stay in the track you selected.

Each Track will rotate through three different equipment “labs”. Each “lab” will focus on certain types of patient movement and equipment options available.
• Session 1 – Bed mobility (repositioning, wound care, ADL Tasks, catheter care etc.)
• Session 2 – Transfers utilizing full mechanical lifts, ceiling lifts and lateral transfers
• Session 3 – Special/unusual events (Codes, car extrications, falls in bathrooms or tight spaces etc.)

Built into the agenda is ample time to visit vendors, network with peers or consult with instructors.

NOTE: This conference is suitable for all levels of SPH experience. It is the intent of the conference organizers to provide a fully accessible learning environment, suitable for all learners. If you have any special needs, please provide the information on the registration form or contact maureencox12 @gmail.com or brbrstanley0903@gmail.com. Hofstra University is ADA compliant.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Registration fees are Non-Refundable, but a coworker may take your place, using the transfer process on Zippyreg. In the unlikely event that the conference is cancelled due to weather or other unexpected event, the conference will be rescheduled, and registrations will be applied to the rescheduled conference.

Conference Objectives: By the conclusion of this conference participants will be able to:
• Describe elements of a successful SPH program.
• Describe why a functional SPH committee is essential to a successful SPH program.
• Recognize why accurate, timely patient assessments are key to a successful SPH program.
• Justify that sound SPH principles can be transferred to any healthcare or community setting.
• Describe how to identify gaps in your SPH program and the means and procedures to report identified gaps.
• Use a patient movement algorithm that is based on patient functional mobility, regardless of the
healthcare or community setting.
• Describe the association between early mobilization of patients and clinical outcomes
• Identify environmental barriers in your workplace and develop mitigation strategies
• Troubleshoot conducting a safe transfer given unusual circumstances
• Identify associated risks of a transfer of a dependent individual from a vehicle
• Develop strategies of a safe transfer of an individual from the floor.
• Identify needed equipment and process changes in order to implement a successful and sustainable SPH program.

Who Should Attend this Conference?

· Administrators of Healthcare Facilities covered by the Safe Patient Handling Legislation (hospitals, nursing homes, OPWDD, OMH, Corrections etc.)

· Director of Nursing

· Physical Therapists and PTA’s

· Occupational Therapists and OTA’s

· Direct care providers (e.g., RN, LPN, CNA, PCA, HHA)

· Human Resource Directors

· Risk Managers/Safety Officers

· In-Service Coordinators

· Fiscal Administrators

· Safety and Health Professionals

· Insurance Providers

· Occupational Health Practitioners

· Infection Control Coordinators

· Purchasing Agents

· Union Representatives

· Faculty that teach future direct care providers

· Ergonomists

· Anyone interested in workplace injury prevention and safe patient handling

· Students of PT, OT, Nursing, PA, Occupational Health or any other curriculum related to Safe Patient Handling principles.

This conference is intended for all levels of SPH experience.

Conference at a Glance

The 11th Annual Safe Patient Handling Conference at a Glance

Is your Safe Patient Handling Program struggling? Do you need to jump-start your program because you have lost momentum? This conference is meant for you!

This one day conference will include:
• Registration/Light Continental Breakfast/Vendor Exhibits Open 7:00-8:00am
• Welcome session followed by Roundtable #1 – Warning – Obstacles Ahead – Recognizing and Overcoming Barriers to Successful SPH Programs

• Full day of specialized training including lectures and equipment labs
• Complementary Lunch and Breaks
• Extended lunch to allow for ample Vendor time. The Multipurpose Room will host numerous manufacturers displaying a wide variety of Safe Patient Handling equipment.
• Having specific SPH issues in your facility? Speakers and vendors will be available throughout the day to answer your questions!

View the full Conference agenda and list of speakers: Agenda

For more information contact: Maureen Cox at maureencox12@gmail.com or Barbara Stanley at brbrstanley0903@gmail.com

Speaker Bios

2019 List of Speakers and Bios

Acute Care

Robert Guest- Cert MDT MSPT – Bob has 26 years’ experience in the healthcare field. He has worked in the fields of skilled nursing, acute care, medical rehabilitation, homecare and sports medicine. As the Coordinator of Patient Handling and Injury Prevention for Kaleida Health, Robert educates healthcare workers how to safely move and rehabilitate patients. He has performed environmental and ergonomic assessments in healthcare and the auto industry.

Additionally, Robert has been a guest speaker at the New York State Safe Patient Handling (SPH) Conference since 2005. He presented a SPH poster at the National SPH Conference in Orlando. In 2009, he participated in the development of the SPH Lab at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Robert is an instructor educating future nurses, and physical and occupational therapists in SPH and movement.

He continues to develop SPH programs throughout New York State through grant funded projects. The programs have been developed in homecare settings, outpatient clinics, group homes, hospitals, imaging centers and skilled nursing facilities. Robert is a member of the NYS Zero Lift Task Force and NYS SPH Work Group. In 2013 he was the recipient winner of the NYS Zero Lift Task Force Safe Patient Handling and Movement Award of Excellence.

Paula Pless COTA, EES- Paula has over 34 years of experience in Long-Term Care and Acute Care and is currently working for the largest health care provider in Western NY, Kaleida Health. She has expertise in implementing Safe Patient Handling programs in all aspects of health care including Long Term Care, Acute Care, Outpatient clinics, Home Care and DDSO Group Homes. Paula, an expert trainer and facilitator, has worked very closely with labor and management to implement SPH programs from initial set up, facilitation of Ergonomic SPH Teams and Environmental Assessments through to full SPH program implementation. Paula was a member of the NYS SPH Workgroup that helped NYS define SPH program components, Best Practices and SPH Guidelines for program implementation.

Long Term Care/Sub Acute Rehab

Melissa Rowland, RN, PTA – Melissa Rowland’s experience in healthcare has spanned over 16 years. She has practiced as a Physical Therapist Assistant, and currently as a Registered Nurse in a WNY acute care hospital. She has been a presenter and hands-on lab instructor for New York SPH conferences. She has attended several of the conferences held annually in Florida. She has been a lead trainer for the Western New York Council on Safety and Health (WNYCOSH), implementing and training SPH throughout western New York nursing facilities. Her experience consists of acute care, long term care, short term rehab, and trauma rehab. Currently Melissa is a team member and trainer on a collaborative project and SPH Lab with WNYCOSH and the University of Buffalo, to provide training to students entering healthcare professions. She is also a member of the NYS Zero Lift Task Force.

Laurie Muratore, PT, DPT, CSPHP – Laurie is the Injury Prevention Clinical Coordinator managing the Safe Patient Handling and Ergonomic Safety Programs at Rochester Regional Health. Laurie graduated with a BS in Physical Therapy from the University of Buffalo in 1994 and completed her DPT through St. Scholastica College in 2016. Laurie has 20+ years of experience with patient care focus in various settings such as inpatient acute care, SNF rehabilitation, outpatient orthopedics, work hardening, functional capacity evaluations, ergonomic consults, and injury prevention programming. From 2010 to 2013, Laurie functioned as the Injury Prevention Specialist for the Rochester General Health System, developing a successful Safe Patient Handling and Ergonomic program. In 2013, Laurie earned her Certification as a Safe Patient Handling Professional and is currently integrating programs across 5 hospitals, 4 long term care facilities, 2 home health agencies and many medical group settings. The Rochester Regional Health Workers’ Compensation and Injury Prevention Team was recently recognized by the New York State Zero Lift Task Force with the Safe Patient Handling Award of Excellence in 2017.

Caring for People with Developmental Disabilities or Mental Health Disorders

Megan Coville, MS, OTR/L, ARM, CSPHP, Senior Risk Management Consultant, OneGroup – Megan graduated from University at Buffalo with her master’s degree and initially worked at the Arc of Ulster Greene where she focused on SPH within the agency’s programs and residences. She transitioned to her current position with OneGroup in 2011 and now works as a Risk Management Consultant for ARCs and other private sector agencies serving people with developmental disabilities as well as healthcare and other industries. She brings a wealth of knowledge from both the front line as an OT as well as behind the scenes in a management role as she assists organizations to identify risks, root causes of problems and work toward preventing injuries on the job. In 2018, Megan obtained both an Associate in Risk Management and a Certified Safe Patient Handling Professional designation. She is a part of the NYS Zero Lift Task Force and has been a regular speaker/facilitator at the SPH conferences since 2010.

Carmen Vianese – Carmen FS Vianese, SPH Co-Chair, Finger Lakes DDSO / OPWDD –

Carmen graduated from HCCC in 1986 with her associate degree in Applied Science and in 1998 from NYIM with her Massage Therapy Degree. She has worked at the Finger Lakes DDSO for the past 32 years as a COTA II. She is the Co-Chair of the SPH committee and is a Lead Trainer for SPH as well as Vehicle Safety (wheelchair securement and lift operation for accessible transportation vehicles). Carmen has collaborated with her co-chair Betsy to create an on line/e-learning training curriculum for NYS – OPWDD. She is also the coordinator for Massage and Alternative Therapies and Faith Initiatives at Finger Lakes. This is her 4th year presenting at the NYS Safe Patient Handling Conference.

Plenary Sessions:

Plenary Session #1 – Best Practices for Effective Safe Patient Handling Programs

Paula Pless COTA, EES – (See Bio Above)

Plenary Session #3 – Patient Assessments – Your Program’s Cornerstone
Melissa Rowland RN, PTA – (See Bio Above)

Roundtable Session – Warning – Obstacles Ahead – Recognizing and Overcoming Barriers to Successful SPH Programs
Lisa Baum M.A., CSP. Lisa is as an Occupational Health and Safety Representative with the New York State Nurses Association. With 20 years’ experience in the field of occupational health and safety, Ms. Baum is a subject expert on the occupational hazards found in the healthcare setting. Ms. Baum advises safe patient handling committees at healthcare facilities throughout New York State. She has trained hundreds of healthcare workers on best practices for safe patient handling. Ms. Baum chairs the NYS Zero Lift Task Force, she has served on the NYS Commissioner of Health’s Safe Patient Handling Work Group and she was the 2017 recipient of the Zero Lift Task Force’s Safe Patient Handling Advocacy award.

Jane Cammisa, RN – Jayne was an RN for 31 years with a specialty in transplant/vascular nursing. Presently on full time release from bedside charge nurse position for NYSNA. Co-chair of WCMC safe patient handling committee, member of WCMC sharps injury committee, NYSNA Regional director for Lower Hudson Valley, Vice president of Westchester/Putnam AFL/CIO, WCMC LBU executive Committee Secretary. Recipient of the 2018 Nurse of the Year from Senator Terrance Murphy. Hudson Valley Nurse of Distinction Award 2015.

Arlette Loeser, MA, OTR, CIE/P, CDMS, CAPS, CLCP

Arlette Loeser is the Director of Ergonomics, Injury Prevention and Accommodation at the Selikoff Centers for Occupational Health of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, providing expertise to employers, unions, and workers throughout New York City and the Mid-Hudson Valley. Ms. Loeser has been instrumental in guiding facilities in strategizing, developing and implementing Safe Patient Handling Programs while also serving as the subject matter expert. Working closely with leadership, management, frontline staff and equipment manufacturers, she provides practical programmatic and clinical solutions.

Within the Selikoff Centers for Occupational Health, Ms. Loeser offers clinical comprehensive injury prevention strategies to entities of all sizes, site evaluations, ergonomic design recommendations and educational seminars. With over 20 years’ experience in the public and private sectors, Ms. Loeser has spoken worldwide about health and safety, ergonomics and worksite accommodation at the American Society for Safety Engineers, American Institute for Architects, the International Call Center Conference in Istanbul, Turkey and academically for the programs in Public Health and Rehabilitation Medicine. Ms. Loeser is dedicated to reducing large numbers of worker injuries and to building injury free workplaces.

Kelly Moed, RN, Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health – Kelly is an ANCC-certified Registered Professional Nurse with over 33 years of experience in hospital-based nursing, including over 20 years as a Nurse Educator. In 2006 Kelly’s graduate degree research utilization project was successfully used as a proposal for Safe Patient Handling (SPH) program implementation at Staten Island University (SIUH)-Northwell Health. Since 2007 Kelly has been the co-chair of the SIUH SPH/Ergonomics Committee and coordinator for SPH education and training at SIUH. She is a member of the NYSNA collective bargaining unit at SIUH.

In 2009 Kelly was chosen and trained as a SPH Site Reviewer for the ANA Handle-with-Care Recognition Program. Also in 2009 Kelly joined the New York State Zero Lift Task Force and began working as an SPH consultant hired by the New York Committee on Occupational Safety and Health to present SPH train-the-trainer programs throughout New York State. In 2011 Kelly received the NYS Zero Lift Task Force SPH Advocacy Award. Kelly has lectured nationally and locally on the topic of SPH and in February 2014 became nationally certified as a Safe Patient Handling Professional by the Association of Safe Patient Handling Professionals. In 2015 Kelly was selected and became an active member of the NYS Department of Health Safe Patient Handling Workgroup. In 2017 Kelly was invited to be the lead for the SPHM Education Workgroup at the First Annual National SPHM Summit, and she remains an active member of the Universal Safe Patient Handling Coalition.

Paul M Power, EMT-P – Paul is Director of Operations for the Workforce Safety Department at Northwell Health System. Northwell Health System is New York State’s largest healthcare provider and private employer and ranks as being the nation’s 14th largest healthcare system. With approximately 68,000 team members employed Workforce Safety was formed over four years ago to partner with all the sites regarding their safety, return to work and workers compensation programs. Paul and the team and Workforce Safety have each year been able to lower the experience mod resulting over a 15 % reduction in three years. Paul’s primary focus is worker safety leading programs in fall reduction and Safe Patient Handling. Paul is a Paramedic by trade with an extensive background in injury prevention and absence management. Paul has also served as an Asst. Director for Northwell Health CEMS one of the largest hospital based EMS services in the country and directed their safety programs, in addition Paul was appointed Safety Officer for one of Northwell hospitals. With over 30 years of dedicated service to the emergency services and safety field of which I have encountered some of the most dangerous and unsafe conditions one could imagine. Based upon those experiences the Safety of my team has always been my number one priority. I have taken that experience and knowledge and been able to implement training programs offered to over 60,000 employees at Northwell. Additionally understanding the risks I have personally designed numerous safety devices that have saved countless healthcare professionals and patients from serious injury.

Session Descriptions and Learning Objective/Outcomes

11^th Annual Safe Patient Handling Conference

General Session Description and Objectives

Plenary Session – Best Practices for Effective Safe Patient Handling Programs

Speaker – Paula Pless EES, COTA

Session Description – Key elements in establishing successful, sustainable Safe Patient Handling Programs will be discussed. Important features including documentation, communication, care planning, committee formation, developing policies, staff training, annual SPH program review/risk assessment and ongoing surveillance will be discussed. Method of Instruction – lecture and PowerPoint

Learning Outcomes:

At the completion of this session, attendees will be able to

· List several key elements of a Successful Safe Patient Handling Program

· Describe a successful staff SPH training/education design

· Identify key steps which must be included in determining any patient’s mobility plan

Plenary Session – Patient Assessments – Your Program’s Cornerstone

Speaker – Melissa Rowland

Session Description -This session will cover the risks to healthcare workers and those receiving care which are eliminated when timely, accurate patient assessments are performed. The session will show the impact these assessments have on effective SPH programs. The speaker will demonstrate how to assess patients in any setting and identify appropriate equipment choices based on this assessment. The use of a patient movement algorithm which contains criteria to use for choosing SPH equipment based on patient functional mobility will be reinforced. Method of Instruction – Lecture and PowerPoint

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this session attendees will be able to:

· Identify and discuss patient related risk factors

· Identify and discuss staff risk factors

· Identify who conducts the patient assessment and where and how the patient assessment should be documented

Roundtable Session – Warning — Obstacles Ahead: Recognizing and Overcoming Barriers to Successful SPH Programs

Speaker – Lisa Baum, Jayne Cammisa, Arlette Loesser, Kelly Moed and Paul Power

Implementing and sustaining a comprehensive safe patient handling program is a complex process. Whether at the beginning stages of developing an SPH program or maintaining a long-standing program, numerous obstacles can inhibit the effectiveness of your program. The purpose of this activity is to identify the necessary components of a successful SPH program, warning signs that an SPH program is not functioning effectively and ideas for overcoming obstacles to success.

Objectives:

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Identify components of a comprehensive safe patient handling program

2. Recognize common barriers to effective safe patient handling program implementation and maintenance

3. Give examples of solutions to SPH program barriers

Break-Out Labs – Descriptions and Objectives

All attendees will choose one of the following three tracks:

· Acute Care (Presenters – Robert Guest and Paula Pless)

· Long Term Care (Presenters – Melissa Rowland and Laurie Muratore)

· Caring for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities or Mental Health Disorders (Presenters – Megan Coville and Carmen Vianese)

Each track will attend each of the breakout session labs.

Performing Bed Mobility Tasks

Session Description – Risks involved with performing bed mobility tasks including but not limited to repositioning, wound care, ADL Tasks, catheter care etc. will be discussed. Sound SPH principles and equipment will be used throughout this session. Learners will use SPH algorithms when choosing appropriate equipment options while reinforcing early mobilization. Equipment used in this session will include ceiling lifts, various soft goods including tri-turner, full repositioning sling, split slings, non-friction sheets, limb straps and glide boards.

Learning Objectives – participants will be able to:

· Apply SPH algorithm used for repositioning individuals with varying levels of acuity.

· Use a SPH Mobility Model to determine the appropriate equipment required to enhance mobility

· List essential components of a repositioning task required to eliminate the risk of injury

Transferring individuals from diverse surfaces

Session Description – This session will cover risks involved with transferring individuals to and from various surfaces and the appropriate equipment options available. The impact early mobilization has on patient outcome will be discussed. Transfers will include bed, bath, gurney and air mattress transfers using full mechanical floor lifts, various soft goods (hygiene sling, ambulatory slings, walking slings, universal slings etc.), gait belts, sit to stand lifts, glide boards, non-motorized stand assists etc. The use of SPH algorithms will be reinforced throughout the session.

Learning Objectives – Participates will be able to:

· Describe the association between early mobilization of patients and clinical outcome

· Describe the clinical aspect of selecting and using SPH equipment for transfers

· Identify the indications and contraindications for each piece of SPH equipment and SPH soft good

Responding to unplanned events

Session Description – This session will cover risk assessment and movement of individuals during unusual medical event including but not limited to responding to codes, car extrication, falls in bathrooms etc. Appropriate equipment options including but not limited to hover mattress technology, glide boards, full body slings, non- motorized stand assist, non-friction sheets, medsleds, car extrication devices, etc. will be used throughout this session.

Learning Objectives- Participants will be able to:

· Enumerate the steps involved in conducting a safe transfer given unusual circumstances

· List the associated risks during a transfer of a dependent individual from a vehicle

· Describe a safe transfer of an individual from the floor

Scholarship Information -WDI, PEF, CSEA

2019 Scholarship Announcement

Workforce Development Institute

The Workforce Development Institute (WDI) is offering scholarship opportunities for the 11th Annual Safe Patient Handling Conference.

WDI is a statewide 501(c)3 non-profit that improves the lives of people across New York State by developing and supporting programs to enhance worker skills and ensure worker safety.

WDI has recognized that this conference provides a vital opportunity for health care workers and strategic personnel to come together to learn new strategies and applications related to patient care and worker protection. As such, WDI will provide scholarships to front-line health care workers to ensure those who are interested have the opportunity to attend. Those interested in applying should complete and submit this application. Those approved for WDI scholarships will receive a confirmation email and registration code. Do not register and/or pay before receiving the confirmation code. Refunds will not be given.

PEF Members –

The PEF/NYS Article 18 Joint Committee, and the PEF Health & Safety Department are pleased to announce that registration for PEF members is now open. Funding for the registration fee ONLY to attend the conference is provided by NYS/PEF Contract Article 18 joint funds, and is approved only for Agencies that provide direct care (OCFS, OPWDD, OMH, SUNY, DOCCS, and DOH) in PEF Regions 9-12. Up to three PEF representatives and three M/C employees will be funded from each facility in PEF Regions 9-12. Travel expenses are the responsibility of the individual or by the agency with prior approval. Funding is limited to 100 participants, and will be on a first come first served basis. Click here to register: http://www.cvent.com/d/y6q82c/4W

State CSEA Members – CSEA is pleased to announce that NYS/CSEA Partnership has approved funding for the conference. Click here for a copy of the application. IMPORTANT: Please be aware that your registration is not complete until all steps listed in the instructions have been completed. Applicants should not consider themselves formally registered until all information, signatures, and fax confirmation have been verified and an email confirmation from the Partnership has been received.

Note: If you are interested in applying for a scholarship or expect to use negotiated funds for your registration fee- DO NOT REGISTER AND PAY FOR THE CONFERENCE ON YOUR OWN. YOU MUST USE A REGISTRATION CODE. REFUNDS WILL NOT BE GIVEN.

Continuing Education Credits

Application for Continuing Education Accreditation is being made by the New York State Department of Labor to the following organizations. As approval is obtained the approval information will be added to this page.

Nursing Home Administrators – Approval Granted – New York State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators – 5.25 Contact Hours

Physical Therapists/PTA’s – Approval Granted – New York Physical Therapy Association for 7.2 continuing education hours.

Occupational Therapists – Approval Granted – American Occupational Therapy Association for 0.5 CEU’s (5 Contact Hours)
“The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA”

Nurses – Northeast Multistate Division (NEMSD) Approval Granted for 5 Contact Hours

“This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the Northeast Multistate Division, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation”

The New York State Department of Labor is responsible for securing Continuing Education Credits and is responsible for adherence to ANCC criteria. Any questions pertaining to CEU’s should be directed to Margo DeVito at margo.devito@labor.ny.gov.

NOTE: Conference planners will use a scanning process for registration and attendance. CEU’s will be not be offered by the session. CEU’s will be offered by the day. You must be scanned in during registration and again at the end of the day to qualify for CEU’s.