Principles of Vapor Intrusion for Regulators

Designed specifically for regulators, this course offers a framework of understanding for vapor intrusion mitigation system design and implementation.

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Course Details

Course Name: Principles of Vapor Intrusion for Regulators
Course Code: EN0527WA24

Date: September 19, 2023
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm EDT (Log in at 9:45 am EDT)

Location: Online
Format: Live, instructor-led

Registration Fee: $195 per person
Multi Person Discount Fee: $175 per person (Save when you sign up with a colleague!)

Registration Closes: September 18, 2023 at 10:00 am EDT

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Course Overview

This online course is designed specifically for regulators. It aims to provide a framework of understanding for vapor intrusion (VI) mitigation system design and implementation. It will feature discussion on the implication of sub slab pressure differential standards and the effect of outside variables on them. Monitoring standards and current options for continuous data collection and automated reporting will also be explored.

  • Foundation
    • Driving forces for VI
      • Pressure differential
      • Variability
      • Radon Model vs. VOC
  • Diagnostics
    • Equipment
      • Safety
      • Data collection
    • Radius of influence vs. Area of influence
      • Data interpretation
  • Design
    • Using data and building characteristics to develop a cost-effective design
    • How to use a fan chart
      • Vacuum and Volume
    • Fan selection
  • Impact of Pressure on the differential requirement on Installation and O&M
    • Explanation of energy expenditure as a result required pressure differential
      • Using real world data to examine costs associated with different requirements
    • Designing with different pressures
      • Using data sets to explore the outcome of different design criteria
  • Site Monitoring
    • A discussion of monitoring solutions past to present
      • History
        • Wired
        • Wireless
      • Data vs. Notification
    • Limitations and possibilities
  • Data reporting
    • What is reasonably achievable now and in the future
  • Q & A

Who Should Attend?

This course has been designed for regulators seeking a framework of understanding for vapor intrusion mitigation system design and implementation. Past participants have included:

  • Consultants
  • Environmental Engineers
  • Hydrogeologists
  • Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRP)
  • Project Managers
  • Research Scientists

Meet Your Instructors

Gunnar Barr

Gunnar Barr is President of OBAR Systems, Inc. He has 35 years of radon mitigation and vapor intrusion mitigation experience. His qualifications include:

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  • Technical advisor NJDEP vapor intrusion mitigation guidance
  • Assistant Instructor Rutgers University ERRTC Radon Mitigation Proficiency course
  • Technical advisor NJDEP/NJDCA Radon Hazard Sub-Code
  • NJDEP License MIS10056 MET 10056

Dan Nuzzetti

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Dan Nuzzetti is a Project Engineer and Vapor Intrusion Mitigation Specialist with OBAR Systems, Inc. In this role, he is responsible for vapor intrusion mitigation system design, managing environmental construction projects, performing diagnostic testing and other environmental field services, and more. He has a degree in engineering from the Stevens Institute of Technology and a unique combination of experience in business development, client relations, project management, and marketing.

Student Reviews

Most useful aspect of the course: “The explanations of the VI design process, design considerations, and factors of pressure differentials.”

– Past Participant

Most useful aspect of the course: “Practical insights into how to utilize VI investigation and mitigation.”

– Past Participant

“Great course. I liked the use of the graphs to drive home the talking points.”

– Past Participant

Continuing Education Credits

The most recent offering of Principles of Vapor Intrusion for Regulators was approved for 0.4 Rutgers CEUs, as well as the following credits from professional organizations. We will reapply for similar credits the next time the course runs, but we cannot guarantee credit approval for future offerings.

The Principles of Vapor Intrusion for Regulators course is approved for 0.4 Rutgers CEUs as well as the following credits from professional organizations.

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CT Licensed Environmental Professionals (LEPs): 4 CECs (Course # CTLEP-565 W)

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NJ Health Officers and Registered Environmental Health Specialists (HO/REHS): Rutgers University, NJAES, Office of Continuing Professional Education has been approved by the New Jersey Department of Health as a provider of NJ Public Health Continuing Education Contact Hours (CEs). Participants who complete this education program will be awarded 4.0 NJ Public Health Continuing Education Contact Hours (CEs).

NJ Licensed Site Remediation Professionals (LSRP): 4 Technical CECs

NJ Professional Engineers: 4 Continuing Professional Competency (CPC) Credits

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American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI): Principles of Vapor Intrusion for Regulators is approved for 4 ASHI® Continuing Education Credits.

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International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI): 4 CE Credits

Course Requirements and Policies

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This online course will be delivered via Zoom.

Equipment you will need to access this training:

  • A computer, tablet, or smartphone
  • Microphone is not necessary (all students will be muted on entry; you can use the “chat function” to type your questions and interact with the instructor)
  • Webcam is optional but not necessary
  • Speaker is optional but not necessary (you will be able to listen to the presentation by dialing in on your phone if your computer does not have a speaker)

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A unique email address is required for each registrant to register and access our courses.

  • If this is your first time registering with us, please provide your own unique email address when registering; do not provide an email address that you share with co-workers.
  • If you have previously taken classes with us and have used an email address that you share with your co-workers or supervisor, your account must be updated with a unique email address. To do this, please send an email to us at registration@njaes.rutgers.edu stating that your email address needs to be changed and include:
    • Your full name
    • The shared email address that needs to be changed
    • Your unique email address
    • A phone number where you can be reached if we have any questions

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Each registrant will be asked provide a photo of him/herself holding their government-issued photo ID. This is required by credit boards so that you may receive credits for participating in this online course.

  • You will receive a reminder email prior to the start of the class with further instructions. Wait to receive these instructions before you attempt to upload your ID.
  • The photo must be clear enough that we can read your name and verify that the person pictured on the ID is in fact the person holding it.
  • After an OCPE staff member reviews the picture and verifies your identity, you will have access to participate in the course when it begins.

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A $60 cancellation fee applies for this course. Substitutions are permitted. View our cancellation policy.

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If you have any questions about Principles of Vapor Intrusion for Regulators, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

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Program Coordinator: Pamela Springard-Mayer
848-932-7463
pspring@rutgers.edu

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