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Call for Speakers!!!!! Our 2026 Webinar Schedule is still coming together now. Want to present a webinar or series of webinars? If you would like to be considered as a webinar speaker, simply click the Webinar Presenter link below and submit your request online. Our Webinar Training Committee will review your request and get back to you! I WANT TO PRESENT |
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2026 WEBINARS |
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CEO, Aetheron Solutions LLC Brendan Delaney is a seasoned wireless telecommunications leader and safety advocate dedicated to enhancing the connectivity and security of the built environment. As the CEO of Aetheron Solutions, he leads with a focus on delivering cutting-edge in-building wireless solutions that bridge the gap between commercial connectivity and critical safety requirements.In addition to his corporate leadership, Brendan serves as the Content Committee Chair for the Safer Buildings Coalition’s (SBC) School & Campus Safety Work Group. In this volunteer capacity, he leads a committee of volunteers executing on initiatives to develop best practices and educational resources that support stakeholders working to ensure safe campuses and schools with a focus on ensuring first responders and occupants have reliable, life-saving communications.With over two decades of experience in the wireless industry – including a public safety and commercial wireless deployments in major school and government campuses – Brendan brings a deep technical understanding of how wireless and network technology can bolster safety and emergency response on modern campuses.
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June 17th, 2026 | 1 PM - 1:30 PM ET
The Critical Role of ERCES and Reliable 911 Access in the Campus Life Safety Ecosystem
ICC Course # 51066
In an emergency, a campus building’s greatest vulnerability isn't always apparent and can't be drilled for the efficiency required to move students and faculty out of the building, it's often the "dead zones" for both first responder radios and cellular 911 calls. When communication fails, the entire life-safety chain breaks.
This session, hosted by the Safer Buildings Coalition, addresses what an Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES) public safety radio enhancement system is and what the requirements are. We will also explore why modern construction materials often act as shields against essential wireless signals and how these "dead zones" delay emergency response times. Attendees will learn how ERCES functions not as a standalone luxury or check-box on a code compliance audit, but as a critical complement to traditional fire alarm and signaling systems. We will discuss the evolving role of indoor cellular coverage as a life-safety requirement, allowing an additional line of communications for first responders and ensuring that students and staff can initiate the first link in the life safety communication chain: the 911 call. Finally we will address what steps a campus can take, how to identify a competent partner, as well as resources for the community to learn more and get support in the future.
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Tommie Downs Chief Channel Officer / EVP Sales, Remedi8 With over 25 years of experience in facilities leadership and life safety, Tommie Downs brings a strategic and operational perspective to higher education environments. Having served 15 years as a Director of Facilities in healthcare, Tommie developed a deep understanding of complex, compliance-driven facilities. This experience translates directly to the unique demands of college and university campuses. Over the past 12 years, Tommie has held senior leadership roles in passive fire and life safety, focusing on the development and execution of comprehensive inspection, testing, and maintenance programs. As a Facilities Program Management professional, Tommie has designed and implemented system-wide strategies that align with regulatory requirements while improving safety, efficiency, and long-term asset performance. Today, Tommie partners with higher education institutions to strengthen fire and life safety programs, ensure compliance, and create scalable, sustainable solutions across diverse campus portfolios.
David Purtell Channel Partner Manager, Remedi8 With years of experience in facilities management and life safety, David Purtell brings a grounded and results-driven perspective to the unique and complex environments found across college and university campuses. His background spans both facilities management and life safety oversight, giving him a well-rounded understanding of the compliance, maintenance, and safety demands that higher education institutions face daily. Over the course of his career, David has developed a strong foundation in the Today, David leverages that expertise in his role as Channel Partner Manager, |
July 8th, 2026 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
Doors: Cradle-To-Grave, Zero Risk
ICC Course # 52011
 REMEDI8 delivers cradle-to-grave door lifecycle services for facilities across all verticals, focusing on safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. Our door program covers: a 13-point, per-door inspection; updated life safety drawings noting each door location; digital and hardcopy final reports with inventory and drawings; installation of missing screws and thru-bolts, plus replacement of missing silencers; optional removal of plant-on non-compliant signage; and optional asset ID tagging. Course Objectives: Recognize code and Maintenance Requirements Common deficiencies and code violations Understanding the purpose and function of fire and smoke doors Identify the components of a compliant fire and smoke door assembly Best practices for ITM
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Stevan Knapp Senior Facilities Program Coordinator, Steve is currently a member of the NYAPPA board, and serves as the ERAPPA liaison for the Professional Development Committee. Prior to joining SUNY Cortland's Planning, Design, and Construction office, Steve spent 20 years in the healthcare industry. During his time there, he dealt with two Li-ion battery fire incidents and saw firsthand the challenges these batteries can present. |
July 22nd, 2026 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
E-Scooter & Li-ion battery safety on campus
ICC Course # TBD
The popularity of micromobility devices has exploded, in some cases literally, on our campuses. As with many new technologies/emerging issues, we’re put in the position of having to deal with the related challenges before the laws and regulations can catch up. To help you with this process, this presentation will cover the hazards of Li-ion powered devices, a look at how campuses are responding, a discussion of the challenges ahead, and information regarding resources that are available to help.
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Scott Lang Engineering Fellow, Honeywell Fire Scott Lang is an Engineering Fellow at Honeywell Fire, bringing over 30 years of experience in the fire protection industry. His primary expertise lies in codes and standards development for fire and life safety detection and notification systems across the Americas. Scott began his career as a design engineer at Pittway (System Sensor) after earning a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from Northern Illinois University. Throughout his career, he has contributed to smoke detector research and development, as well as a wide range of fire detection and notification projects. He holds 24 U.S. patents in the field. In addition to his technical background, Scott earned a Master of Business Administration and subsequently worked in product management for several years. He is actively involved in standards development, serving on multiple committees for NFPA, UL/ULC, and international organizations. Scott also participates in industry trade associations, including the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, The Monitoring Association (TMA), and the Automatic Fire Alarm Association.
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August 12th, 2026 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
Changes to the 2025 Edition of NFPA 72
ICC Course # 52012
 This presentation will cover key changes to the NFPA 72-2025 edition. Changes to the code will be shown in legislative text along with an in-depth description of the changes and an explanation of the technical substantiation for them.
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Richard Roberts Senior Industry Affairs Manager, Honeywell Building Automation Mr. Roberts has over 35 years in the fire alarm and life safety markets that spans the installation, sales, and the development of products/systems. He is a member of thirteen NFPA Technical Committees, several ICC Fire Code Action Committee (FCAC) Working Groups, and the Model Codes Committee of the National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM). Mr. Roberts serves on the Board of Directors for the Fire and Life Safety Section (FLSS) of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), Center for Campus Fire Safety (CCFS), and is the Chair of the Safer Buildings Coaltion (SBC) Codes & Standards Committee as well as a member.
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October 7th, 2026 | 1 PM - 2 PM ET
Sneak Peak of the Key Changes to the 2027 ICC and NFPA Model Codes
ICC Course # 52013
An informative 60 minute discussion that provides an overview of the new requirements in the International Code Council (ICC) and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) model codes for fuel-gas detection, in-building emergency responder communications (ERCES), carbon monoxide (CO) detection, detection for waste sorting/transfer operations, remote system access, smoke detection in sleeping lofts, audible notification in areas of occupied roofs, mass notification risk analysis requirerment for other than Group E having a lockdown plan, and lithium ion battery energy storage systems (ESS). Presentation Agenda:
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