Basic Consultant Methamphetamine-Affected Property Initial Training
Dates: May 17–19, 2022
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: 2420 W. 26th Ave., Suite 100-D, Denver, CO 80211
VERTEX’s Alex Johnsen, CIH and Thomas Koch, CIH, MSEPM will lead this 3-day training designed for professionals performing assessment, sampling, or decontamination of methamphetamine-affected properties in Colorado. This course meets certification requirements under 6 CCR 1014-3.
Course Overview
Participants will gain essential knowledge related to meth-affected properties, including:
- Relevant statutes and regulations
- Site assessment and sampling protocols
- Updated industrial hygiene practices
- Decontamination procedures
- Reporting and documentation requirements
Upon completion, attendees will receive a certificate required by the State of Colorado to conduct work on methamphetamine-affected properties.
Meet the Instructors
Alex Johnsen, CIH
With over eight years in the AEC industry, Alex has led a variety of Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) projects for diverse clients. A Certified Industrial Hygienist, Alex holds a B.S. from the University of Colorado and is pursuing an M.S. from the University of Denver. He is also a certified methamphetamine instructor through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).
Thomas Koch, CIH, MSEPM
Thomas brings more than 30 years of experience in Industrial Hygiene and EHS, with a strong background in both the public and private sectors. He is a Certified Industrial Hygienist with a Master’s in Environmental Policy and Management. Before joining VERTEX, Thomas led Koch Environmental Health, Inc., and currently teaches master’s-level courses at the University of Denver. His areas of expertise include OSHA/EPA compliance, HASP development, asbestos, hazardous waste, HAZWOPER programs, and expert witness testimony in cases involving mold, asbestos, and meth-affected properties.
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 6, 2022
Cost: TBD (not to exceed $1,500 per attendee)
Please note: The Vertex Companies, LLC will only accept corporate or company checks. No personal checks will be accepted. Payment is due the first day of the session or prior to the session only. Certificates will not be provided without payment in full. The Vertex Companies, LLC reserves to right to accept or deny attendance of a class session to any company, company representative, or person(s). Please remit payment to: The Vertex Companies LLC, 2420 W. 26th Ave. Suite 100-D, Denver, CO 80211. Bank Wires accepted, contact the accounting department at 781-952-6000 for additional information. Federal ID #20-3724403. Thank you.
*All persons who are performing assessment, decontamination or sampling of methamphetamine-affected properties in the State of Colorado, in accordance with 6 CCR 1014-3 must be certified. Certification is required under 6 CCR 1014-3, Part 2 and is valid for 2 years.