Water Supply and Sanitation in
Humanitarian Crisis Luncheon

DATE: Thursday, April 14

TIME: 11:15 a.m. Registration
11:45 a.m. Luncheon
12:15 p.m. Guest Speaker

LOCATION: TELUS Convention Centre – Exhibition Hall E, 2nd Level, 136 8 Avenue SE

COST: $30 Members / General Public, $15 Students

GUEST SPEAKERS: Roy D. Hunt, P.Eng., Komex International

The term “humanitarian crisis” is used to draw our attention. With an increasing world population competing over limited resources, conflicts, and natural disasters, we can be overwhelmed by the magnitude of these problems. What exactly is a humanitarian crisis? How can we use our own limited humanitarian aid resources effectively in these crises?

Engineering in these situations presents numerous challenges, due to a wide variety of factors such as urgency, geographical and political isolation, security, logistics, and dynamic situations/populations. Every situation is unique, requiring hands and resources on the ground as well as improvisation. Water and sanitation play a vital role in the response. It is essential in preventing disease and providing dignity to people who have lost everything else.

Many organizations provide a means to become involved in many different ways. The reality of a field assignment may be very different from what we expect, with significant stress, frustration, and even boredom. You may only realize how much you have benefited personally and professionally after significant time and reflection. By relating our personal experiences we can promote realistic understanding and involvement.

To ensure adequate seating, please pre-register with the Calgary APEGGA office at 262-7714 before Monday, April 1. The Calgary Branch now accepts Visa, MasterCard or American Express for tickets sold prior to the day of the event.

Overview of Noise and Noise Abatement for Industrial Sites Professional Development Evening

DATE: Thursday, March 31

TIME: 5:30 - 6 p.m. Registration, 6-9:30 p.m., Light Buffet and Seminar

LOCATION: APEGGA Conference Centre, 2200 700 2nd St. S.W.

COST: $45 Per Person

FACILITATORS: Don Glover, ATCO Noise Management Ltd. National Sales Manager; Denise LeClaire, ATCO Noise Management Ltd. Manager, Sales and Marketing

Noise management is an evolving concern in plant design and siting as our population grows. With many industrial plants now located near populated areas, noise abatement is a growing consideration in engineering design. New noise exposure limits that came into effect in Alberta on April 30, 2004, dictate “engineering controls” as the “first method” of control.

ATCO Noise Management has developed a seminar called Overview of Noise and Noise Abatement for Industrial Sites, designed for project engineers and managers. Attendees will gain a greater understanding of acoustical terminology and concepts to assist them in identifying situations where excessive noise could negatively impact their projects. Practical acoustical solutions by engineers who have been in the business of noise control for close to 15 years are presented.

Session topics include:

• Descriptors used in environmental noise control and why you should be familiar with them.
• Rules of thumb.
• Overview of sound, noise and acoustics and how this knowledge will benefit your projects.
• Practical and cost-effective solutions for industrial noise control that can mitigate your risk.
• Approaches to Acoustic Responsibilities.

Pre-registration and advance payments are required. Seating is limited and registrations will be dealt with on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please call the Calgary APEGGA office at 262-7714 to register before Monday, March 28. The Calgary Branch accepts Visa, MasterCard or American Express.

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