Conference Agendas
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Welcome Dinner
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Exhibitor Corner
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Membership Meeting
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Membership Reception & Dinner
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Breakbulk and Bulk Terminals
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Marine Terminal
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MCODED
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Shipyard
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Terminal Technology
Signal Welcome Dinner
Please join the Signal Safety Committee and Signal Safety for a welcome dinner to begin the Signal Safety Committee Conference.
This invitation is extended to Signal Members and their guests, Brokers, SafeShore Clients and their guests, as well as Presenters and Exhibitors.
3201 South 176th Street
Seattle, WA 98188
United States

Membership Meeting
Membership Meeting featuring engaging presentations, guest speakers, Safety Committee project updates, new resources, and more. Join us to connect, share ideas, and learn what’s new across Signal Safety!
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Welcome & Introductions
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Bernie Diaz, Executive Vice President, HSE – Operations, Southwest Shipyard L.P. Signal Safety Committee Chair
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Membership Reception & Dinner
The Membership Dinner is open to all attendees and guests and is a great opportunity to network with fellow Members, Brokers, Clients of the Mutual, and your Safety Committee.
Connect, Dine & Unwind at the Château
Join us for a relaxed evening of great food, conversation, and connection at Chateau Ste. Michelle, one of Washington’s most iconic wineries.
This networking dinner offers maritime professionals an opportunity to step away from the meeting room and enjoy an evening together in a beautiful Pacific Northwest setting. Connect with colleagues, strengthen industry relationships, and meet new people while enjoying dinner and the welcoming atmosphere of the Chateau.
Please note that transportation will be provided to the winery.

Breakbulk and Bulk Terminals Agenda
The Breakbulk and Bulk Terminals Committee welcomes anyone involved in non-containerized cargo operations, including breakbulk, bulk materials, vehicles, and equipment (RORO). Join the conversation to share experiences, exchange ideas, and help shape future Committee initiatives and resources.
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Welcome and Introductions |
Sara Hodges, Regional Safety Sr. Advisor, Logistec, Breakbulk Chair |
Project Updates
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Presentation |
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Welcome & Subcommittee Goals |
Sara Hodges |
Safety Moment |
Amol Kulkarni, Director HESS – Texas International Terminals Ltd. |
Signal Update |
John Belcher, Vice President, Safety and Member Performance – Signal Management Services |
Committee Working Session |
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Fall Protection Project: Trial 1 Results |
Shaan Shanbhag, Sr. Systems Engineer - Fall Protection System – 3M |
Incident Reviews |
Brenden J. Watkins, Safety Manager – United Grain |
OSHA Fall Protection Settlement Agreement |
Robert Pottgieser, Safety Director – Enstructure, LLC |
Reconvene with the Whole Committee |
Marine Terminal Agenda
The Marine Terminal Committee meeting is an open working session, and we encourage anyone involved in marine terminal operations to participate. Join the conversation, share your experience, and contribute ideas and input to current and future Committee projects and initiatives.
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Presenter |
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Welcome and Introductions |
Brian Poehler, Sr. Manager Safety & Security - Maher Terminals, Marine Terminal Chair |
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Welcome & Subcommittee Mission |
Brian Poehler, Sr. Manager Safety & Security, Maher Terminals. MT Chair
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M-CODED Agenda
The M-CODED Committee meeting is an open working session, and we invite anyone involved in Marine Construction, Offshore, Diving, Energy, or Dredging operations to participate. Join the conversation, share your experience and insights, and contribute ideas to current and future Committee projects and initiatives.
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Welcome & Introductions |
Andrea Colson – Director of Safety, Trevcon Construction – MCODED Chairperson Adrien Cordero – Senior Safety Manager, Signal Management Services |
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Welcome & Introductions
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Andrea Colson Adrien Cordero |
Shipyard Agenda
The Shipyard Committee meeting is an open working session, and we invite anyone working in or around shipyard operations to participate. Join the conversation, share your experience, and contribute your input and ideas to current and future Committee projects and initiatives.
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Welcome & Introductions |
Nate Stanton, EHS Manager, GD NASSCO-Norfolk, Shipyard Co-Chair Carl Danley, HSE Director, Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Shipyard Co-Chair |
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Shipyard Safety Roundtable Risk Assessment and Employee Engagement – Open discussion on methods for risk assessment |
Blair Pyne, Sr. Safety Manager, Kirby Marine |
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Welcome & Introductions Subcommittee Members/Guest Introductions. |
Nate Stanton, EHS Manager, GD NASSCO-Norfolk, Shipyard Co-Chair Carl Danley, HSE Director, Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Shipyard Co-Chair |
Safety Moment Yard Tour Expectations and Guidelines |
Bob Dearing, EHS Director, Vigor Marine Group |
Vigor Marine Yard Tour |
Bob Dearing |
Yard Tour Debrief |
Bernie Diaz, Executive Vice President HSE – Operations, Southwest Shipyard L.P. |
Housekeeping |
Nate Stanton Carl Danley |
Reconvene with the Whole Committee |
Terminal Technology Agenda
The Terminal Technology Committee meeting is an open working session, and we welcome anyone involved with or working in terminal technology and automated terminal operations to participate. Join the conversation, share your experience and insights, and contribute ideas to current and future Committee projects and initiatives.
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Welcome & Introductions |
Jason Rendon, Senior Manager, SSE, LBCT, Terminal Technology Chair
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Welcome & Introductions |
Jason Rendon, Senior Manager, SSE, LBCT, Terminal Technology Chair
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