Annual Safety and Health Conference
73rd Annual Safety & Health Conference
September 26 - 29, 2023 | Hotel Topeka at City Center - Topeka, KS
The Safety and Health Conference is one of the official resources from the Division of Industrial Safety and Health for emergency personnel, employers, employees, safety professionals and others to go to for training. The conference benefits all Private Industry (companies), Cities, Counties, School Districts and State Agencies. The four-day event begins with a two-day conference featuring the latest in regulations, changes in laws and upcoming rules. Additionally, the conference features highly anticipated exhibitors that display the latest in safety and health equipment and technology. The conference concludes with two-days of Professional Development Classes (PDC) in the 10-Hour OSHA Outreach Training for General Industry and Construction. Safety and Health Objectives are established for select conference sessions. Continuing Education is obtainable on a self-submittal basis.
The Annual Safety and Health Conference is funded by sponsor contributions, exhibitor and attendee fees. It is not supported by taxpayer dollars.
Contact the Conference Planning Unit
Dena Ackors, Safety and Health Conference Coordinator
Dena.Ackors@ks.gov
417 SW Jackson St
Topeka, KS 66603-3327
Attendee and Speaker Information
Hotel Topeka at City Center-Topeka
Free parking at Hotel Topeka at City Center for guests and attendees
Coming Summer of 2023
Coming Summer of 2023
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A. Ken Brooks, Jr. - Safety Regulations VS The Real World
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Chuck Clanahan (CISA)- Active Shooter Preparedness & Response_10.12.22
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Dan DeBoer (PROtect LLC) - Do as We Say and Nobody Gets Hurt_Developing an Effective Safety Committee_10.11.22
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Dr. Mark L. Johnson (Pittsburg State University) - Training with Authentic Engagement_10.12.22
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Gary A. Higbee (Higbee & Associates Inc) - Lessons Learned_10.11.22
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Gary A. Higbee (Higbee & Assoicates Inc) - Getting to YES - Establishing Executive Buy-in for Safety_10.11.22
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Gary A. Higbee (Higbee & Assoicates Inc) - Getting to YES - Establishing Executive Buy-in for Safety_10.11.22
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Jeana Payne & Tim Cruz (KDOL) - Safety in Public Workplace_Are you in SHAPE_10.11.22
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Leslie Borden (ARC Physical Therapy +) - Decreasing Injury Risk at Work_10.11.22
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Sharida Mitchell (Mallory Safety and Supply) - Building a Safety Culture_10.12.22
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Shelly Briley (KS Dept of Labor - ISH) - SHARP & Safety and Health Management Systems_10.11.22
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Steve Reed (Kasa Companies) - SCCR-What Does It Mean and How Can It Save Lives_10.11.22
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Winnie West Cyber Threats of Today 10.11.22
Learn more about this year's speakers.
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A. Ken Brooks Jr.
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Andrew Hawkins
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Brandy Holey
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Brenda Neal
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Brian Meek
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Chuck Clanahan
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Dan DeBoer
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Denise Cundiff
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Gary Higbee
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Jeana Payne
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Kayla Schneider
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Keith Reissig
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Mallory Jennings
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Mark Heidebrecht
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Dr. Mark L. Johnson
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Marlea James
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Patrick Hansen
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Shelly Briley
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Rayna Brown
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Rick Leines
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Sharida Mitchell
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Steve Reed
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Steve Zink
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Taylor Russell
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Tim Cruz
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Winnie West
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Kami Anderson
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Jorge De La Torre
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Leslie Borden
Policies
Coming Summer of 2023
Requests for refund must be received in writing and include a Federal Employer Identification number (if business) or a Social Security number (if individual). Individuals requesting refund must submit their request by mail only, postmarked by September 1.
Businesses requesting a refund can submit by email to: Dena.Ackors@ks.gov by 4 p.m. September 1. A $25 processing fee is withheld from all refunds.
Payment is required at the time of purchase. You may choose from the following Registration Selections:
Conference Plus Professional Development Class (PDC)
Includes Conference (Tues/Weds), one (1) PDC (Thurs/Fri), light continental breakfasts, Luncheon (Tues/Weds), breaks and vendor reception.
*Supplemental PDC available at an additional cost (see last selection)
- $300 Early Full Registration (received by September 8)
- $350 Full Registration (after September 8 and at the door)
PDC choice of:
- 10 Hour - General Industry Safety and Health Outreach Training Program
- 10 Hour - Construction Safety Outreach Training Program
Two-Day Registration (No PDC)
Includes Conference (Tues/Weds), light continental breakfasts, Luncheon (Tues/Weds), breaks and vendor reception.
- $250 Early Two-Day Registration (received by September 8)
- $275 Two Day Registration (after September 8 and at the door)
Single-Day Registration (No PDC)
Includes one-day of conference, light continental breakfast, Luncheon, breaks on the day purchased, and vendor reception on Tuesday.
- $160 - Tuesday, September 26
- $160 – Wednesday, Septemer 27
Professional Development Class (Only)
Includes PDC class materials, and light continental breakfast. Does not include entry to two-day conference.
*Supplemental PDC available at an additional cost (see last selection)
- $70 Early PDC Registration (received by September 8)
- $100 PDC Registration (after September 8 and at the door)
PDC choice of:- 10 Hour - General Industry Safety and Health Outreach Training Program
- 10 Hour - Contruction Safety Outreach Training Program
- $150 - Fall Protection Competent Inspector Training and Update on New OSHA and ANSI Standards (Thurs Only)
Registration Alert – Save 10 percent when registering three or more persons at the same time. This offer is valid only if all registrations are mailed together and payment is made using one form of payment.
All reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. Persons with special needs are encouraged to report them at the time of registration to Dena.Ackors@ks.gov.
Helpers to persons with special needs are not required to register and can take part in all conference activities except the seated luncheons. Helpers can purchase extra lunch tickets in advance at $25 each by contacting Dena.Ackors@ks.gov or purchase the tickets on site at the registration desk.
Exhibitor and Sponsor Appreciation
No sponsors were solicited by any employees of the State of Kansas. All sponsorships were coordinated through the efforts of private citizens on the Safety and Health Conference Committee. The appearance of sponsors on this page is not, and should not be considered, an endorsement of products or services provided by these entities.
Cross Manufacturing Inc.
Brandon Taylor
Email: brandon.taylor@crossmfg.com
Felisha Noland
Email: Felisha@elkhornvalleypacking.com
Ben Scriven
Email: ben.scriven@evergy.com
Evolv Technology
Jordan Pittman
Email: jpittman@evolvtechnology.com
Duane Billinger
Email: duaneb@firstresponderks.com
Tami Hadley
Email: Safety@iSienvironmental.com
Carrie Miller
Email: carrie.miller@MarshMMA.com
Paul DeTennis
Email: paul.detennis@martorusa.com
Rick Leines
Email: rick.leines@novagroupgbc.com
Anthony Davis
Email: adavis@ptmw.com
Email: shc@safetycouncilmoks.com
Email: admin@worksafept.com
Annual Corn Hole Tournament
Charity Cornhole Tournament
Proceeds will be earmarked for programs in Kansas provided by the Safety and Health council of Western Missouri and Kansas. The SHC is a non-profit education and outreach organization offering defensive driving courses, child car seat safety courses and donations of car seats to low-income families, occupational training, and professional safety consultation.
Date and Location
Coming Summer of 2023
Tournament Registration
Coming Summer of 2023
Future Conference Dates and Locations
74th Conference-Pending Dates
75th Conference - Pending Dates