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Participate in the dangerous goodstransportation industry’s premier global event!

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TrainingMeet regulatory training requirements with help from optional

hazardous materials/dangerous goods trainings provided in

conjunction with the COSTHA Annual Forum. The courses are

delivered by leading experts in the field.

In-Depth Workshops and RoundtablesTake this opportunity to learn more about the current and

proposed issues impacting the industry and what it means to your

company’s business. These sessions are very interactive,

including time for you to ask regulators questions and interact

with your peers.

Workshops and Roundtables are included free with your

Forum registration.

COSTHA Exhibit HallEnjoy breakfast, breaks, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres while

perusing the exhibit hall. The expo gives you the opportunity

to meet with companies specializing in your specific compliance

needs (i.e. hazardous materials/dangerous goods training,

software, publications, packaging, testing, etc.). A list of

exhibitors can be found on the COSTHA Website.

Top Reasons to Attend:• QuAlITY CONTENT – Technical programs selected by

knowledgeable and experienced professionals. Immerse

yourself in business, technical sessions, and trainings

focused on the safe and compliant global transportation

of dangerous goods.

• MEET THE ExPERTS – Connect with regulatory

representatives and experts from around the world.

• NETWORKINg – Grow your network. Meet with colleagues

from around the world to share ideas and insights.

• VAluE – The COSTHA Forum delivers incredible benefits. In

just a few value-packed days, your investment will pay off

in increased knowledge, and a powerful professional network.

• TRAININg – Essential training at an extraordinary value…

all at one time, all in one place. Training is provided by

well-known industry professionals.

• INVESTINg BACK IN THE INDuSTRY – COSTHA uses revenue

from the Forum to support many other important projects and

initiatives to encourage global harmonization of the regulations

and enhance safety.

• EDuCATION – Earn Continuing Education Credits or

Certification Maintenance Points (CMPs) for attending the

general session and training courses.

• SHARE THE SMARTS – Knowledge Transfer with your team.

Who Should Attend?Managers responsible for dangerous goods transportation

compliance in companies including but not limited to

the following:

• Air Carriers

• Chemical Companies

• Consulting Companies

• Cosmetics Companies

• Defense and Aerospace Systems

• Distributors - Cleaning & other commercial products, Industrial, and Automotive Products

• Government Representatives

• Hospitals or Medical Community

• Laboratories - Medical

• Manufacturing – Automobile, Batteries, Consumer Commodities, Flavors & Fragrances, etc.

• Packaging Companies

• Pharmaceutical Companies

• Retail

• Supplier

• Supplier - 3PL

• Terminal

• Testing Companies

• Trade Association

• Water Carrier

The COSTHA Annual Forum is where dangerous goods transportation professionals meet to exchange ideas and

opinions to advance technical knowledge, regulatory harmonization and emphasis based on risk.

COSTHA gives you access to leading-edge technical information, the industry’s largest exhibition of quality suppliers, and

valuable new professional contacts from around the world.

Our growing international participation provides excellent opportunities for sharing of technical expertise, products, and

best practices. COSTHA brings together regulatory leaders, manufacturers, shippers, carriers, service and product

providers in an informal atmosphere to enhance networking.

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3E Company

3M Company

3M Sourcing Operations

Air Canada

Airpack, Inc.

AkroFire, Inc.

Akzo Nobel Pulp and Performance

Chemicals Inc.

Akzo-Nobel Coatings Inc.

American Airlines

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Americase, Inc.

Amway Corporation

APL, Ltd.

AQT Solutions

Arcadis

Atlas Air

Atlas Copco Drilling Solution LLC

Autoliv ASP, Inc.

Aviall Services, a Boeing Company

Baxter Healthcare

Bill Thomas Associates, Inc.

Boeing Company

Brewer Science, Inc.

Brunssen Consulting

Bureau of Dangerous Goods, LTD.

C.L. Smith Co.

Cargo Training International

Chemical Transfer

ChemTel Inc.

CHEMTREC Center

Chrysler LLC

Chrysler Mopar

Clorox Company

Complete Compliance Solutions LLC

COSCO Container Lines Americas, Inc.

Daicel

Dangerous Goods Council, Inc.

Dangerous Goods, A Division

of Berlin Packaging

Deere & Company

Delphi Automotive Systems, LLC

Delta Air Lines

DGI Training Center

DGM Support (North America), Inc.

Ecolab

Eli Lilly and Company

EMC Global Logistics

EMC Information Systems International

EMD Millipore Corp.

ExpressJet Airlines

F. Hoffmann-La Roche

FCA US LLC

Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Motor Carrier Safety

Administration

Federal Railroad Administration

FedEx Express

FedEx Ground

FedEx Trade Networks

Genentech, Inc.

General Motors Company

gh Testing

Global Language Translations

& Consulting, Inc.

HAZMATPAC, Inc.

HAZPlus - a division of C.L. Smith

HCB Publishing Ltd

Honda North America, Inc.

Honeywell International

ICC The Compliance Center, Inc.

Inmark

Institute of Hazardous Materials

Management (IHMM)

Integrated DNA Technologies

Intel Corporation

International Air Transport

Assoc (IATA)

J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc.

Jaycox Consulting LLC

John Deere-NA PDC

Johnson & Johnson

K Line America, Inc.

Kalitta Air, LLC

Kao USA, Inc.

Labeline International Ltd

Labelmaster

Labelmaster Services

Lion Technology Inc.

Lyondell Basell

Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals

McKesson Corporation

Medtronic (formerly Covidien)

Mercedes Benz USA, LLC

Merck & Co. Inc.

Motion Industries

MP Environmental Services, Inc

MSC Industrial Direct

NextEra Energy

Nissan North America, Inc.

Nordstrom

OOCL (USA) Inc.

OURAY Environmental Services, LLC

Pfizer Inc.

Procter & Gamble

Purolator Inc.

Rayonier Advanced Materials

Raytheon

Roche

Safety Consulting Engineers

Saf-T-Pak, Inc.

Schneider Logistics, Inc.

Seaboard Marine, Ltd.

Sealed Air Corporation

Seastar Chemicals Inc.

Sigma-Aldich Company

Skolnik Industries, Inc.

Southwest Airlines Co.

Stericycle Environmental Solutions

SternoCandleLamp

Stresau Laboratory, Inc.

Sun Chemical Corporation

Takata

TEN-E Packaging Services

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Toyota Motor Engineering &

Manufacturing NA, Inc.

Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.

Toyota Tsusho America, Inc.

Transport Canada Safety and Security

Tropical Shipping USA, LLC.

TRW Automotive, Occupant Safety Systems

United Parcel Service (UPS)

US DOT PHMSA

US Occupational Safety &

Health Administration

US Postal Inspection Service

Vervaeke Transports

Viking Packing Specialists

Vonco Products, LLC

VWR International, LLC

W.E. Train Consulting

W.R. Grace & Co.

Wal-Mart Private Fleet

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Walnut Industries Inc.

Willamette Valley Company

Workplace Hazardous Materials Bureau

Zippo Manufacturing Company

Zogenix, Inc.

Table of Contents

Training Courses ...............................4 -5

Forum Schedule...............................6 - 7

Industry Roundtables.....................8 -9

Forum & Hotel Information............10

Registration Form...............................11

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2015 Attendees

One of the best things about the COSTHA forum is the opportunity we have to

network with other companies. I did a lot of that and it will help our company,

no doubt. It is also great to put faces with people that I speak with regularly.

It will make future calls more personal. I was able to help other companies

with their issues.

Dave Madsen, Autoliv ASP, Inc.

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TRAINING COURSES

SAFE AND COMPlIANT TRANSPORTATION OF lITHIuM BATTERIES BY gROuND AND AIRThis course provides in-depth information on how to ship lithium batteries under 49 CFR multi-modally and the IATA

Dangerous Goods Regulations by air. The course will cover classification, packing, marking, labeling, documentation, and

related exceptions. Opportunities for discussion, examination, and a certificate for successful completion are included.

Course instruction by: Thomas Ferguson, Sr. Technical Consultant, COSTHA

Paul Horner, IATA

Course Materials: An illustrated student workbook, applicable interpretation letters, and other reference materials are provided.

TRANSPORT DANgEROuS gOODS CANADA REgulATIONS (TDg) TRAININgThe Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDG) and US Hazardous Materials Regulations of

Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) are similar, but not identical; most variations, but not all of them, are

dealt with by a reciprocal agreement that establishes procedures for cross-border shipments. This half-day training program will

provide an overview of the TDG regulations, and identify areas where reciprocity does and does not

apply. TDG Training is mandatory for all personnel preparing shipments, shipping, or receiving hazardous materials/dangerous

goods within, to, or from Canada.

Course Content:

• Legislation

• Definitions Responsibilities

• Training Requirements

• Limitations

• Classification & Shipping Names

• List of Dangerous Goods (Use of Schedules and Lists)

Course instruction by: Barbara Foster, ICC The Compliance Center, Inc.

Course Materials: Course materials are designed to maximize retention of course content and include handouts ofthe presentation, work projects, exam, and student evaluations. Students will be required to have the latest edition of the TDG Mini Format Book. Call COSTHA at 518-761-0389 for special pricing on code books required for this course.

HAzARDOuS MATERIAlS/DANgEROuS gOODS ClASSIFICATION TRAININgClassification and identification are the first and most critical steps to successful hazardous materials/dangerous

goods management and transport. Inaccurate identification begins a domino-effect of mistakes that can end in

serious injury to employees, carriers, emergency responders, or the general public. If a material has been classified

incorrectly, it will typically also be packaged, marked, labeled, and handled incorrectly and may be subject to penalties. This

course satisfies the initial and recurrent function-specific training under the DOT, ICAO/IATA and the IMDG Code

for individuals performing any classification and naming activities.

NOTE: The frequency of refresher training for the DOT is every three years but training is required every 24

months for ICAO/IATA.

Course instruction by: Dawn Anderson, DgI Training Inc.

Course Materials: Students will receive a course workbook package. Students will be required to bring their own copy of the current IATA (57th Edition) and 49 CFR (October 1, 2015 Edition) regulations. Call COSTHA at 518-761-0389 for special pricing oncode books required for this course.

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Sunday, April 24, 20168:00 am – 12:00 pm

• Packaging Labeling and Marking

• Documentation

• Overpack and Placards

• Special Cases Emergency Procedures

• Reporting Requirements

Sunday, April 24, 20161:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Sunday, April 24, 20161:00 pm – 5:00 pm


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49 CFR / IMDg HAzARDOuS MATERIAlS / DANgEROuS gOODS ADVANCED RECuRRENT TRAININgThis Advanced Recurrent Training course will cover the major changes and revisions of the 49 CFR Regulations,

October 1, 2015 Edition and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, Amendment 37. After passing an exam,

students will receive a certification that satisfies 49 CFR §172.704(d) and IMDG Code 1.3.1.3 for record keeping purposes.

This course is designed for shippers, freight forwarders, third party logistics entities, carriers, and other hazardous materials/dangerous

goods professionals.

Course instruction by: Steve Canney, J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc.

Course Materials: Course materials are designed to maximize retention of course content using a combination of lectures, work projects, visual aids, question and answer sessions, and workbook. Students will be required to have the current copy of the 49 CFR and International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (Amendment 37-14) Book. Call COSTHA at 518-761-0389 for special pricing on code books required for this course.

ADR EuROPEAN ROAD REgulATIONS TRAININgThis function-specific course is designed for those requiring knowledge of the regulations for the transportation of

dangerous goods by road throughout Europe. The training will cover the most fundamental and important aspects

of the European regulations, including exemptions and limited quantities, multilateral agreements, classification, use

of Tables A & B in Part 3, packing instructions, mixed packing, tank transport, marking, labeling, and documentation. Participants

will also be provided with an inside overview on the changes in the 2015 edition. The course includes

opportunities for discussion, an exam, and certificate of successful completion.

Course instruction by: Michael Bogaert, Engineer, Vervaeke Transports

Course Materials: Course materials are designed to maximize retention of course content and include handouts of the presenta-tion, work projects, exam, and student evaluations. Students will need to have the current copy of the European AgreementConcerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) Restructured ADR applicable as of January 1, 2015.This version can be downloaded for free at www.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/adr/adr2015/15contentse.html. For those wholike to work with the book, call COSTHA at 518-761-0389 for special pricing on code books required for this course.

ADVANCED AIR (IATA) DANgEROuS gOODS RECuRRENTThis course provides students with a refresher in the knowledge to read and apply the IATA Dangerous Goods

Regulations, as well as how to comply with new requirements in the 57th Edition. It will cover 49 CFR versus

IATA DGR variations, terms and definitions, proper shipping names, hazard classes, identification numbers, packing groups,

state and operator variations, packaging, labeling, marking, and certification paperwork. The course is taught using a combina-

tion of lectures, visual aids, exercises, and question and answer opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course,

students will receive a training certificate for Advanced Air Recurrent Training.

Prerequisite: In-depth Air Training

Course instruction by: Neville Symons, DgM Support (North America), Inc.

Course Materials: A comprehensive compliance reference and exercise book will be provided. Students will be required to have a current copy of the IATA DGR 57th Edition. Call COSTHA at 518-761-0389 for special pricing on code books required for this course.

Monday, April 25, 20169:00 am – 5:00 pm


Thursday, April 28, 20169:00 am – 5:00 pm


TRAININg COuRSES / BRIEFINgS / NETWORKINg EVENT

8:00 – 12:00 Safe and Compliant Transportation of lithium Batteries by ground and Air Training1:00 – 5:00 Transport Dangerous goods Canada Regulations (TDg) Training1:00 – 5:00 Hazardous Materials/Dangerous goods Classification Training5:30 First-Time Meeting Attendees Presentation/Orientation6:00 Sunday Night Socializer† – Please be sure to join us at this social event. This popular ice breaker provides

a great opportunity for networking.

8:00 – 5:00 North American Automotive HazMat Action Committee Meeting (For NAAHAC Members Only)9:00 – 5:00 49 CFR / IMDg Hazardous Materials / Dangerous goods Advanced Recurrent Training9:00 – 5:00 ADR European Road Regulations Training9:00 – 5:00 Air Carrier Roundtable (For COSTHA Air Carrier Members Only)1:00 – 3:00 COMAT Working group (For COSTHA Air Carrier Members Only)6:00 – 7:30 Monday Night Networking – Kick-Off Reception in the Exhibit Area

7:00 – 8:00 Networking Breakfast in Exhibit Hall8:00 – 8:15 Welcome

• Donald Bossow, Director, North American Regulatory Affairs, Sealed Air Corporation & COSTHA President

8:15 – 9:00 Professional Development Presentation/Motivational Speaker•Michael Melnik

9:00 – 10:00 Keynote Presentation • Charles Betts, Director of Hazmat Standards, US DOT PHMSA

• Adrian Del Mazo Maza, Director General, Secretaria de Comunicaciones y Transportes (SCT) Mexico

10:00 – 10:30 Networking Break in Exhibit Hall 10:30 – 12:15 International Regulatory Briefing

uN• Duane Pfund, International Standards Coordinator, US DOT PHMSA

Mexico• TBD

Brazil• Sergio Couto, Concepta DG Compliance Ltda.

latin America

• Diego Gotelli, Chemistry Information Center for Emergencies (CIQUIME)

12:15 – 1:15 lunch1:15 – 1:30 Award Presentation1:30 – 2:15 legal & legislative Briefing

• Rick Schweitzer, COSTHA Attorney

†Dress code for the Sunday Night Socializer is business casual.

SCHEDULE AND INVITED SPEAKERS

Tuesday, April 26

Monday, April 25

Sunday, April 24


TRAININg COuRSES / ROuNDTABlES / NETWORKINg EVENT

BRIEFINgS / ROuNDTABlES / NETWORKINg EVENTS


2015 Forum& Expo

7:00 – 8:00 Networking Breakfast in Exhibit Hall8:00 – 9:00 Packaging Roundtable9:00 – 10:00 gHS Roundtable10:00 – 10:15 Annual Membership Meeting10:15 – 10:45 COSTHA DOT Petitions and Working group Briefings

• China Communications• Clarification Changes to §173.166• Mexico Outreach• Packaging – modification for basis weight specifications• Safety Devices • US Postal Service• And more ….

10:45 – 11:15 Networking Break in Exhibit Hall11:15 – 12:30 Modal Briefing

• Tom Kenny, Manager, Office of Hazardous Materials Safety, Federal Aviation Administration• Vincent A. Babich, Transportation Specialist - Hazardous Materials Division,

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration• John Heneghan, US DOT PHMSA

12:30 lunch on the Run1:00 – 2:30 Mexico Workshop2:30 – 4:00 life Sciences Roundtable2:30 – 4:30 IVODgA Speaker Presentations (For IVODgA Members Only)5:30 – 7:30 IVODgA Dinner (For IVODgA Members Only)

2:15 – 2:45 uS DOT Approvals Process • Ryan Paquet,Director Approvals and Permits, US DOT PHMSA

2:45 – 3:15 Regulatory Briefing •Charles Betts, Director of Hazmat Standards, US DOT PHMSA

3:15 – 3:30 uSPS Briefing•Mary Collins, United States Postal Service

3:30 – 4:00 Networking Break in Exhibit Hall4:00 – 5:30 lithium Battery Roundtable6:00 – 7:30 Tuesday Night Networking – Meet the Regulators Reception

8:00 – 5:00 North American Automotive HazMat Action Committee Meeting (For NAAHAC Members Only)

9:00 – 5:00 Advanced Air (IATA) Dangerous goods Recurrent Training

Continued

The full-day training course will include a continental breakfast and lunch. The morning half-day training courses will include a continental breakfast. The afternoon half-day training courses will include a refreshment break.

Thursday, April 28

Wednesday, April 27

Tuesday, April 26

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COSTHA allows for great networking

opportunities with regulators, vendors,

shippers and carriers. The training

offered and presentations provided

are very good and prove to be helpful.

Jef Beason, OOCL

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Training Courses Roundtables (included with registration) Presentations & Briefings Networking Events

TRAININg COuRSES / ROuNDTABlES




ROUNDTABLES / NET WORKING EVENTS

NORTH AMERICAN AuTOMOTIVE HAzMAT ACTION COMMITTEE MEETINg (NAAHAC) (For NAAHAC Members Only)

NAAHAC is an issue-driven, action-oriented voluntary working group of hazardous materials/dangerous goods

transportation professionals within their respective North American and key supplier organizations. NAAHAC’s purpose

is to consider and respond to the vital hazardous materials and dangerous goods issues of its membership. By leveraging

its combined vehicle component and regulatory expertise, NAAHAC members examine pending and current hazmat

regulations to develop concise, informed responses for submission to the appropriate authorities. NAAHAC strives to work

with the regulators for the purpose of providing safe and realistic solutions to hazmat transportation issues impacting

global commerce. COSTHA NAAHAC members meet to discuss current issues with key regulators and industry experts.

AIR CARRIER ROuNDTABlE (for COSTHA Air Carrier Members Only)

COSTHA Air Carrier Roundtable members meet to discuss current issues with key regulators and industry experts.

This group actively represents 19 air carriers from all segments of the industry.

Moderators

• David Jones, Sr. Safety Advisor, DG, FedEx Express

• Trevor Howard, Manager Safety/Dangerous Goods Standards, Air Canada

COMAT WORKINg gROuP (for COSTHA Air Carrier Members Only)

The COSTHA Air Carrier COMAT Working Group meets during the COSTHA Air Carrier Roundtable to discuss current issues.

Moderators

• David Tikalsky, Manager DG Programs, Delta Airlines

• Kim Marcinkowska, FedEx Express

• Joe Sinkiewicz, United Airlines

Monday, April 25, 20168:00 am – 5:00 pmANDThursday, April 28, 20168:00 am – 5:00 pm

COSTHA’S SuNDAY NIgHT ICE BREAKER – CAlYPSO QuEEN DINNER CRuISEJoin us for dinner and a cruise from the Clearwater Beach Marina aboard the Calypso Queen. This is a great opportunity

to meet your counterparts from around the globe in a small informal environment before the meeting begins. Guests

and spouses welcome. We have limited space available, so sign up early!

Sunday, April 24, 20166:00 pm

FIRST-TIME MEETINg ATTENDEES PRESENTATION/ORIENTATIONWhether you’re new to COSTHA or simply attending our Forum for the first time, this orientation is the perfect

introduction to COSTHA. Members and staff will be there to answer any questions you may have about the Forum

or COSTHA in general, and help you make the most of your time at the meeting. This session will help you navigate

your way through the meeting.

Sunday, April 24, 20165:30 pm


Monday, April 25, 20161:00 pm – 3:00 pm

lITHIuM BATTERY ROuNDTABlELithium batteries continue to be a challenge to industry and regulators. While regulatory discussions continue at

the UN, ICAO, and DOT, and the FAA conducts battery failure tests, new technologies are emerging that challenge

the regulatory setting. COSTHA members, the North American Automotive Hazmat Action Committee (NAAHAC),

Air Carrier Roundtable (ACR), retailers, battery manufacturers and shippers will find it beneficial to participate in this impor-

tant roundtable. The session is not intended as a training session, but recent regulatory changes will

be discussed and industry impacts shared. Come prepared to ask your questions and share your concerns about

the future of lithium battery regulations.


Tuesday, April 26, 20164:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Included with your registration

Included with your registration -

for NAAHAC Members

Included with your registration - for ACRT Members

Included with your registration - for ACRT Members



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PACKAgINg ROuNDTABlE The purpose of the group is to allow package testing companies, manufacturers, and distributors to meet in an informal

setting to discuss current issues, regulations, questions, and a broad area of concerns. Members who purchase and use

packaging have also expressed interest in having an opportunity to interact with such a group to clarify regulatory

requirements, best management practices, and other subjects. The Roundtable will provide the opportunity for

companies to meet one-on-one or in a small group environment with regulators to discuss packaging related issues.

MExICO WORKSHOPThe United States is Mexico’s largest trading partner, buying 77.5% of Mexican exports in 2012. Total U.S. goods trade with Mex-

ico equaled USD 493 billion in 2012; 7% more than in 2011. Mexico exports more to the United States in

goods and services in just over a month than it does in one year to the 27 countries of the European Union.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. goods exports to Mexico were USD 216 billion in 2012, up 9% compared to

2011 and 31.9% from 2010. U.S. goods imports from Mexico in 2012 accounted for USD 277.5 billion, an increase of

5% over 2011 and 20% since 2010.

Many members have facilities in Mexico and/or are involved with cross-border transportation and have questions

and concerns about reciprocity and how the Mexican government aligns with the UN Model Regulations. In response,

COSTHA has engaged a well-known consultant and organized meetings with The Secretariat of Communications and Transporta-

tion of Mexico. This workshop will review previous projects and outline next steps.

lIFE SCIENCES ROuNDTABlEThe Life Sciences industry includes many fields such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, biomedical technologies,

cosmetics, food processing, and biomedical devices. The Life Sciences industry faces many issues during global

transportation beyond hazardous materials/dangerous goods. These include packaging, classification, cold chain

logistics, chain of custody, and trade compliance. Other types of regulations may also apply to global shipments,

including chemical control and customs regulations such as Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Drug Enforcement

Administration (DEA), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC),

and customs. This interactive roundtable will explore these common issues and the mechanisms that companies

employ to cover this maze of regulations facing global transportation.

Moderators

• Robert Heinrich, Transportation Safety Advisor, Novartis Pharmaceuticals

• Richard Lattimer, Associate Environmental Consultant, Eli Lilly and Company

Invited Participants Include:

• US DOT PHMSA • US DOT FAA

Wednesday April 27, 20168:00 am – 9:00 am

Wednesday April 27, 20161:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Wednesday April 27, 20169:00 am – 10:00 am


IVODgA SPEAKERS PRESENTATIONS (for IVODGA Members Only)

Invited Participants Include: • US DOT PHMSA • US Coast Guard • FRA


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gHS ROuNDTABlEOSHA published HazCom 2012 in March 2012 to adopt GHS and companies doing business in the US had until

June 1, 2015, to comply with the new standard. There are still questions and issues related to implementation and

the challenges for both workplace hazard communication and concerns for the relationship to transportation.

This roundtable is an opportunity to discuss with Regulators and other COSTHA members the problems you face

and listen to industry experts weigh in on possible solutions.

Invited Participants Include:

• US DOT FAA • US DOT PHMSA • OSHA • Workplace Hazardous Materials Bureau





Included with your registration -

for IVODGA Members


REGULATORY/LEGISLATIVE


4 Easy Ways to Register:1. Web: Registration online at www.costha.com, under

Events, 2016 COSTHA Annual Forum, Registration

2. Fax: Fill out the registration form on the next page and

fax to 518-792-7781

3. Phone: 518-761-0389

4. Mail: COSTHA, 10 Hunter Brook Lane, Queensbury, NY 12804

Early Bird RegistrationSave by taking advantage of the Early Bird Registration fee of $645 for

members and $775 for non-members per registrant, valid until March 14.

The fee after March 14 is $720 for members and $850 for non-members.

Multiples DiscountDiscounts on the registration fee are available to multiple attendees from one

company. Please see discounts below:

For Attendees & Exhibitors:

3-5 registrations = 15% off registration fee

6+ registrations = 25% off registration fee

For Platinum Sponsors:

4-5 registrations = 15% off registration fee

6+ registrations = 25% off registration fee

For more information on how to register using our multiples discount,

please call COSTHA at 518-761-0389 or email [email protected].

Hotel InformationThe Annual Forum will be held at the Hilton Clearwater, Clearwater, Florida.

The hotel address is 400 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33767,

Phone: (727) 461-3222.

Transportation To and From the Airport:Tampa International Airport: Distance from Hotel: 20 mi.

St. Petersburg-Clearwater International: Distance from Hotel:15 mi.

Super Shuttle: Starts at $25.00 USD

Taxi: Starts at $55.00 USD

ArrivalsThe COSTHA Annual Forum begins with the Kick-Off Reception on Monday,

April 25, at 6:00 p.m. Please take advantage of the training courses, first-time

attendee orientation, and networking events which take place on Sunday and

Monday prior to the start of the forum.

DeparturesThe general session ends at 12:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Please plan to take

advantage of the Life Sciences Roundtable, Mexico Workshop and IVODGA Meet-

ing (IVODGA members only) scheduled for Wednesday afternoon,

and the Advanced Air (IATA) Dangerous Goods Recurrent training course sched-

uled for Thursday.

Conference AttireThe conference attire is business casual.

Reserve Your Room by Monday, April 4, 2016For room reservations, contact the Hilton Clearwater directly at (727) 461-3222.

Specify COSTHA 2016 Annual Forum attendance for the specially discounted rate

of $189 per night, single or double occupancy. Make your reservations early to en-

sure availability at the discounted rate.

At the Clearwater Beach hotel, you’ll be within walking distance of many area

attractions, restaurants, and shopping venues. Select from a variety of fishing and

dining boat tours at Pier 60 and Clearwater Marina. Situated directly

on the beach, there are endless water events to choose from, including

parasailing, paddle boats, snorkeling and wave runner rentals, deep sea

fishing and private charters.

Take a short drive to reach the Salvador Dali Museum or Busch Gardens. Visit the

Tampa Bay Times Forum where the Tampa Bay Lightning play. Raymond James

Stadium is home to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Tropicana Field

hosts the Tampa Bay Rays.

Consent to use Photographic ImagesRegistration and attendance at, or participation in COSTHA meetings

and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to

the use and distribution of the registrant’s image or voice in

photographs or videotapes

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Forums like the COSTHA meeting have a value

to our business that is difficult to put into

"dollars and cents". It is very helpful to learn

about Dg issues in other modes of transport

that we don't usually get involved with. There

is a lot of valuable information to be gained

in a very short amount of time.

gary Peterson, ExpressJet Airlines


Name___________________________________________________ Nickname for Badge ________________________________

Title_______________________________________________ Company ______________________________________________

Address __________________________________________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________ State ________ Postal Code___________ Country_______________________

Email _________________________________________ Phone _________________________ Fax _________________________

Members 170 $170 $170 $295 $295 $295

Non-Members/government $195 $195 $195 $325 $325 $325

Training Courses TOTAL: $ ___________

TRAININg COuRSESBatteries Classification 49 CFR/IMDG ADR IATA

Members $645 $720

Non-Members $775 $850

government $450 $475

Forum Registration TOTAl: $ ___________

COSTHA 2016 ANNuAl FORuM & ExPO

Regular Registration(After March 14)

Early Registration(Before March 14)

TDG

COSTHA’S FAMOuS SuNDAY NIgHT ICE BREAKER – Sunday, April 24Join us for dinner and a cruise from the Clearwater Beach Marina aboard the Calypso Queen. This is a great opportunity to meet your counterparts from around the globe in a small informal environment before the meeting begins. Guests and spouses welcome. We have limited space available, so sign up early!

6:00 Boarding Time /6:30 Sailing Time. $50 per person for dinner and cruise. Cash Bar.

Number of people attending _____ @ $50 per person

Dinner TOTAl: $ ___________

NAAHAC (For NAAHAC Members Only)8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday, April 258:00 am – 5:00 pm, Thursday, April 28

Air Carrier Roundtable(For COSTHA Air Carrier Members Only)9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday, April 25

COMAT Working group(For COSTHA Air Carrier Members Only)1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Monday, April 25

lithium Battery Roundtable4:00 pm – 5:30 pm, Tuesday, April 26

Forum/Trainings/Events TOTAl: $ ___________

METHOD OF PAYMENT

Check enclosed in the amount of $ _________________________Make check payable to COSTHA.

Charge to my Visa Mastercard American Express Discover

Amount to be charged $ _________________________________

Card Number ___________________________________________

Expiration Date ____________________ Security Code ___________

_______________________________________________________Street Address and Zip Code of Cardholder (if different than above)

Sendmean invoice ______________________(PO# if applicable)

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received by April 10, 2016.

10 Hunter Brook Lane, Queensbury, NY 12804518-761-0389 • Fax: 518-792-7781www.costha.com

Receptions are included in your registration fee.Please let us know if you will be attending and/or bringing a guest.I plan to attend:

KICK-OFF RECEPTION – Monday, April 25

MEET THE REgulATORS RECEPTION– Tuesday, April 26

guests can attend ONE OR BOTH receptions for $35 per person.

Number of guests ______ @ $35 per guest

Reception TOTAl: $ ___________

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2016 Forum & Expo

2016 INDuSTRY ROuNDTABlES, WORKSHOPS & luNCHEONSThese are included with your registration fee. Please check those you will be attending.

Packaging Roundtable8:00 am – 9:00 am, Wednesday, April 27

gHS Roundtable9:00 am – 10:00 am, Wednesday, April 27

Mexico Workshop1:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Wednesday, April 27

life Sciences Roundtable2:30 pm – 4:00 pm, Wednesday, April 27

I plan to attend the Luncheon on Tuesday, April 26

I plan to attend the Lunch on Wednesday, April 27

REgISTRATION FORM


10 Hunter Brook Lane, Queensbury, NY 12804

The Council on Safe Transportation of Hazardous Articles, Inc. (COSTHA)

is a not-for-profit industry association devoted to promoting regulatory

compliance and safety in the international and domestic transportation

of dangerous goods.

COSTHA Membership - Delivering Incredible Value

Enjoy fast access to the latest regulatory information on transporting

hazardous materials/dangerous goods from the Member’s Only Section

of COSTHA’s web site. Find the information you need in the COSTHA Post

email newsletter, periodic Regulatory Bulletins, and other COSTHA

member resources. Meet in-person and learn from industry experts

at the 2016 COSTHA Annual Forum and other meetings.

COSTHA At Your Service

COSTHA protects your company’s interests through representation

at the US DOT Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, US

Coast Guard, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Aviation

Administration, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, United States

Postal Service, Transport Canada, and the UN Sub-Committee

of Experts on the Transport of Dangerous Goods to stay on top of the

latest issues.

COSTHA’s membership consists of manufacturers, distributors,

transporters, and professionals in related fields such as training,

packaging manufacturing, and testing. Join today and take advantage

of the discounted membership rate for the 2016 Annual Forum, a

leader in value for you and your company.

www.costha.com/page/members-3.html

Justify Your Attendance:

• Get answers and solutions to issues facing your operation. Session content

received through participation in roundtables, workshops and the general

session specifically related to your job.

• Avoid costly fines and save money with advance notification of changes to

domestic and international regulations. Learn about emerging technologies,

upcoming mail and shipping regulations.

• Meet regulatory training requirements with help from hazardous materials/

dangerous goods training provided by leading experts in the field.

• Visit multiple vendors in one location in the exhibit hall. Learn about exhibits

of the latest technology and regulatory compliance publications, products,

and services.

• Attend popular industry topic specific roundtables (GHS, Packaging, Mexico

Workshop, Air Carrier, NAAHAC (North American Automotive HazMat Action

Committee), Life Sciences, etc.).

• Learn how to successfully implement best practices from industry experts.

• Create and expand your professional network.

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Attending the COSTHA Annual Forum is always a great

experience as you meet others experiencing the same issues

or successes that I encounter. It also serves as a bridge with

the regulators being able to meet and discuss issues. I believe

COSTHA is a value-added cost to any company.

Kim Shannon, Akzo Nobel Coatings, Inc.

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