The
Thirty-first Annual Tennessee Safety and Health Congress
will be held July 13-16, 2008
General Information
Gaylord Opryland Resort
Congress Registration
Register on the Web
General
Information
Workshops
The 2008 Congress
workshop format has once again been designed to offer the delegation
a choice of more than 60 sessions. These sessions will be presented
by safety and health professionals with expertise in general industry,
construction, management, industrial hygiene, healthcare, occupational
medicine, and other topics relative to all aspects of workplace safety
and health. State of the art training techniques and materials will
be used to insure that participants receive the latest information
available.
Safety managers, supervisors, plant managers, safety committee members, industrial hygienists, human resource managers, risk managers, healthcare providers, and employees will be offered the unique opportunity to exchange information and ideas with safety & health professionals in their field. Participants will have the opportunity to choose from more than 60 workshops. By choosing to send multiple delegates, employers can expand on the number of workshops attended, thus returning to the workplace with more knowledge and ideas.
Call For Presenters
If you would like to be a speaker at one of our workshops, please fill out the "Call For Presenters" form and submit it to our program chairman
Special Workshop Being Offered
- FEDERAL OSHA
TRAINING INSTITUTE’S APPROVED “10-HOUR GENERAL INDUSTRY SAFETY
& HEALTH COURSE” Participants will receive a Federal OSHA
10-hour completion card and an extensive library of compliance materials
with an explanation of the OSHA Standards for General Industry.
Please note that registration
for this course entitles the participant to a full Congress registration
as described on the “Congress Registration Information” page.
The 2008 Congress exposition will feature the latest innovations in products and services focusing on workplace safety and health. A number of activities are planned for the exhibit area to provide opportunity for interaction between delegates and exhibitors. The exhibit hall is designed to accommodate 150 booths and other special interest areas.
Individuals interested in exhibiting may contact the Congress on our web site at
www.tnsafetycongress.org or call (615) 741-7143
Continuing
Education Units
An
application for 2.1 Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) will be
available at the Congress. The processing fee will be $20. The American Board of Industrial Hygiene has reviewed this year's program and will award 2.0 Safety Certification Maintenance Points (Approval No. 07-1432) to Certified Industrial Hygienists who attend the entire conference.
See the ‘Schedule of Events’ for “Jeopardy” Challenge Information
NOTE:
Delegates with disabilities requiring special accommodations
should inform us at time of registration.
Resort & Convention Center
The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is a fully self-contained destination where you will experience all the charm and elegance of the South. There are numerous indoor gardens, specialty shops and a variety of restaurants and lounges.
Within walking distance or via shuttle service are other attractions that include the following: OPRY MILLS, a shopping and entertainment center with over 200 retailers, themed restaurants and entertainment venues www.millscorp.com; General Jackson Showboat, Grand Ole Opry House, Grand Ole Opry Tours, Wildhorse Saloon and Ryman Auditorium. www.gaylordhotels.com
La Petite Academy provides childcare service at the Gaylord Opryland Resort Child Development Center.
Age Groups: 6 weeks – 12 years
Center Hours: 5:00am – 11:00pm , Monday through Saturday and 5:00am - 10:00pm, Sunday
For registration fees & information call (615) 885-1821
& identify yourself as a Tennessee Safety & Health Congress attendee.
ROOM
RESERVATIONS MUST BE HANDLED BY CONTACTING THE HOTEL DIRECTLY AT
(615) 883-2211
GROUP DATES ARE JULY 12-15, 2008
CONFERENCE RATES [two double beds or one king-size bed] have been negotiated as follows:
TRADITIONAL - $172 (plus 14.25% tax) single/double, additional person $20.00
GARDEN TERRACE - $237 (plus 14.25% tax) single/double, additional person $20.00
(garden terrace rooms overlook inside gardens)
Please refer to the TN Safety & Health Congress, Group Code N-CONG to be assured of a rooming confirmation at the special conference rate. Be sure to make your arrangements by June 29, 2007. Reservations after this time will be subject to availability and the conference rate will not be guaranteed.
Gaylord Opryland has instituted a $15.00 daily resort fee which will be added to your room. this will provide you with many services and amenities including local phone calls up to 20 minutes, access to new fitness center, daily newspaper, bottled water (2 bottles daily), internet access, etc.
Reservations require a deposit equivalent to one night’s room & tax. Gaylord Opryland Resort accepts deposits made by check, VISA, Mastercard, Carte Blanche, American Express, Diners Club or Discover.
Daily
self-parking - $16 (plus 9.25% tax) Daily valet parking
- $24 (plus 9.25% tax)
Airport shuttle - $25 one-way, $35 round-trip (plus 9.25%
tax)
“Please discuss any details regarding your reservation with hotel personnel”
*Tax rates are subject to change
NOTE:
There are numerous other properties for lodging in the immediate area.
Please contact your travel agent for this information.
Registration Information
DELEGATE REGISTRATION:
- $325 [if received before June 21, 2008]
- $375 [if received after June 20, 2008]
SPECIAL WORKSHOP REGISTRATION:
- $370 for
10-Hour General Industry Safety & Health Course
If you register for this special workshop, you are a registered delegate and entitled to all Congress functions listed below
.
- $100 [includes admission to all Congress functions]
REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES:
- Admission to workshops, opening and closing sessions
- Admission to exhibit hall
- Sunday, Monday & Tuesday evening receptions
- Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday continental breakfasts
- Monday & Tuesday luncheons
REFUND:
- A fee of $50 per registration will be charged for all cancellations
- After July 3, 2008, there will be no refunds
for cancellations.
PAYMENT: Check or Credit Card
- Make check
payable to “Tennessee Safety & Health Congress” and
mail with your completed registration form to:
Tennessee Safety & Health Congress
P. O. Box 331068
Nashville, TN 37203-7508
Credit cards accepted are American Express, Visa, MasterCard & Discover
Register
on the Web
Click here for On-line delegate registration.