30th Annual Safety & Health Seminar

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

 

30th Annual Safety & Health Seminar

Shipshape: Navigating 30 Years of Health and Safety

This year’s Safety & Health Seminar celebrates three decades of advancing workplace safety, leadership, and industry collaboration throughout the maritime and industrial community.

The seminar provides attendees with practical insights into current safety challenges, leadership strategies, regulatory developments, and operational best practices designed to strengthen workplace safety culture and organizational performance.

Participants will gain actionable tools and current industry guidance from experienced professionals, safety leaders, and subject matter experts. Seminar attendees will also receive a Certificate of Participation.

Event Sponsors

Colonna's ShipyardAdvance Safety Equipment 3Tecnico CorporationBAE Systems, Maritime SolutionsWorkersFirst ClinicsHYTORC VirginiaEast Coast Repair & Fabrication, Inc. JSP Safety Inc. Vigor Marine Group - MHI NorfolkVallen DistributionIngersoll Rand

Located in the Big Blue Room

NOTE: Agenda topics & order of events are subject to change.

Wednesday, 10/21
7:00 AM

Registration & Continental Breakfast

7:00 AM - 8:10 AM
Registration will take place at the main entrance of Chartway Arena.
8:10 AM

Keynote Speaker

8:10 AM - 8:40 AM
Keynote Speaker details will be announced soon.
9:00 AM

Panel Discussion: Deckplate Managers/Supervisors

9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Panelists will be announced soon.
10:45 AM

Emerging Technologies

10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn about three emerging technologies that are enhancing safety in the ship repair industry:
1. Oculus Immersive Training
2. Hot Work Camera - Jay Prock, Tidewater Staffing, Inc.
3. Ear Plug Fit Testing - Concentra
12:00 PM

Lunch

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch will be provided for all attendees. Sponsor booth representatives are invited to grab a plate and return to their booths to enjoy lunch.
1:00 PM

Main Track - Session 3

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Session details will be announced soon.
2:30 PM

Jeopardy Game

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Think you were paying attention? End the day by putting your knowledge to the test in our Safety Jeopardy game for a chance to win great prizes, including a flat-screen TV!

Located next to the Big Blue Room

NOTE: Agenda topics & order of events are subject to change.

Sessions marked "Repeat Session" are identical presentations scheduled at two different times.

Wednesday, 10/21
9:00 AM

Ergonomics / Stretch & Flex Program

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Stephen Bonneau, Colonna's Shipyard
10:00 AM

Hydration

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Dr. Cade Cinnamond, Concentra
10:45 AM

Side Track - Session 3A

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Session details will be announced soon.
11:30 AM

Ergonomics / Stretch & Flex Program (Repeat Session)

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Stephen Bonneau, Colonna's Shipyard
1:00 PM

Hydration (Repeat Session)

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Dr. Cade Cinnamond, Concentra
1:45 PM

Side Track - Session 3B

1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Session details will be announced soon.

Located at the back of the arena.

NOTE: Agenda topics & order of events are subject to change.

Sessions marked "Repeat Session" are identical presentations scheduled at two different times.

Wednesday, 10/21
9:00 AM

Forklift Inspection Demo

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Kyle Cheatwood
10:00 AM

DEMO Track - Session 2A

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Session details will be announced soon.
10:45 AM

Good vs. Bad Ventilation

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Tom Eskdale, RVT Group
11:30 AM

Forklift Inspection Demo (Repeat Session)

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Kyle Cheatwood
1:00 PM

DEMO Track - Session 2B

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Session details will be announced soon.
1:45 PM

Good vs. Bad Ventilation (Repeat Session)

1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Tom Eskdale, RVT Group

Registration & Continental Breakfast

Registration will take place at the main entrance of Chartway Arena this year. Enjoy a continental breakfast featuring pastries, coffee, and tea while connecting with fellow attendees. A breakfast cart will be circulated throughout the arena to provide sponsor booth representatives with refreshments during setup.

Lunch

Menu

Fried Chicken
Meat Loaf
Mashed Potatoes
Seasoned Mixed Vegetables
Tossed Garden Salad
Corn Bread & Rolls with Butter

Ted Constant Convocation Center, Chartway Arena, ODU
4320 Hampton Blvd.
Norfolk, VA 23529
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Parking

Complimentary parking is available in the Ted Constant Convocation Center South Garage on 43rd Street on the day of the VSRA Safety & Health Seminar. If the first floor is full, guests may park on the upper levels of the South Garage.

Note: Please do not park in spaces marked "Reserved."


Accommodations

For attendees traveling from out of town, the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Norfolk Old Dominion University is located approximately a 1-minute walk from the Ted Constant Convocation Center, providing a convenient lodging option for seminar attendees.

Sponsorship Opportunities

 

Support the VSRA Safety & Health Seminar by becoming a sponsor and showcase your company to industry professionals across the ship repair community. Sponsorship opportunities provide valuable visibility through event recognition, promotional opportunities, and engagement with attendees.

Select the sponsorship level that best aligns with your company’s goals and maximize your presence at this year’s seminar.

BenefitsBronze
$250
Silver
$550
Gold
$750
Platinum
$1,500
Company Recognition
Company Logo on Agenda & Event Screens
Company Name on Agenda & Event Screens
Distribution of Promotional Items
Vendor Table in the Arena
Complimentary Attendees 1 3
Recognition on Banner PROMINENT
Speaking Opportunity

Ready to become a sponsor? Review the available sponsorship packages and secure your sponsorship today.

View Sponsorship Packages

Questions?

Anika Clickener | Events & Outreach Coordinator
Email: AClickener@VirginiaShipRepair.org | Phone: (757) 233-7034 x109

Event Date/Time

  • Wednesday, October 21 2026
    8:00 AM — 3:30 PM

Location

Ted Constant Convocation Center, Chartway Arena, ODU
4320 Hampton Blvd.
Norfolk, VA 23529