DRAFT SCHEDULE

    All meetings and events are open to registered attendees
    (unless otherwise noted)

    held prior to October 28

    VIRTUAL MEETINGS

    11:30 AM (CDT)
    ASSE Seal Control Board
    The SCB is the committee that directs and supervises all activities relating to the issuance of the ASSE Seal.
    Online - Wednesday, October 21
    11:30 AM (CDT)
    Manufacturers’ Forum (by invitation only)
    At the Manufacturers’ Forum, participants will have the opportunity to give their constructive input to ASSE’s Product Listing Program, discuss issues affecting their industries, and exchange ideas for future progress with staff involved in the listing program.
    Online - Thursday, October 22
    TBD (CDT)
    ASSE Product Standards Committee
    The ASSE PSC is a consensus body responsible for developing and maintaining ASSE/ANSI product standards.
    Online - TBD
    TBD (CDT)
    IAPMO Plumbing Standards Committee
    The IAPMO PSC is a consensus body responsible for developing and maintaining IAPMO/ANSI standards.
    Online - TBD
    TUESDAY

    OCTOBER 27th

    2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Registration
    Check in to pick up your name badge and conference materials.
    WEDNESDAY

    OCTOBER 28th

    7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Registration
    Check in to pick up your name badge and conference materials.
    7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
    First Timers Breakfast
    First time ASSE Annual Meeting attendees are invited for a breakfast to welcome them to their first meeting, provide an overview of the meetings and events in the coming days, and explain some of the offerings and programs that ASSE has to offer. Ask questions, connect, and start your experience off right!
    7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
    Networking Breakfast
    Attendees will enjoy a breakfast spread each morning with a variety of options.
    8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
    Business Session #1
    The first Business Session includes year-end reports from ASSE International’s officers and directors, chapters, and committees, and includes nominations for the upcoming year’s Board of Directors.
    10:00 AM
    Companion Outing
    Offsite companion-only outing and lunch, with transportation provided. Details coming soon.
    9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
    Membership Committee / Al Cohen Memorial Chapter Presidents’ Liaison Conference
    The Membership Committee suggests measures for increasing the value of and numbers in the membership of ASSE International. The Presidents’ Liaison Conference is a forum where chapter presidents and reps can speak their minds about where the organization is succeeding, how it can be improved and generate ideas about how chapters can grow.
    11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Professional Qualifications Standards Committee Meeting
    The ASSE PQSC is a consensus body responsible for developing and maintaining ASSE/ANSI professional qualifications standards.
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    Lunch on own
    Attendees are free to dine at a location of their choosing.
    1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Inspectors of CIPP Rehabilitation of Plumbing Drainage Systems (28000) Working Group Meeting 
    Working group meeting for the revision of ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 28000, Professional Qualifications Standard for Inspectors of CIPP (Cured-in-Place-Pipe) Rehabilitation of Plumbing Drainage Systems. Attend the meeting to see how PQ standards are developed.
    3:15 PM – 4:45 PM
    Inspectors of CIPP Rehabilitation (28000) Exam Development Subcommittee Meeting (CLOSED)
    The Inspectors of CIPP Rehabilitation (28000) Exam Development Subcommittee Meeting is an advisory subcommittee that develops and updates exam questions for the ASSE CIPP Rehabilitation of Plumbing Drainage Systems Certification program.
    3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
    Cross-Connection Control (5000) Technical Committee Meeting
    The CCCTC is advisory to the ASSE International backflow certification program, based on the ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI Series 5000.
    4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    Infection Control (12000) Technical Committee Update Meeting
    The Infection Control (12000) Technical Committee is advisory to the Infection Control, Water Quality, Air Quality and Legionella Specialist Certification programs.
    5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Networking/Welcome Reception
    The Wednesday evening Welcome Reception will be held at Dollies in the Hotel Polaris. The event will include cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and access to flight simulators. The Welcome Reception is where you can socialize with friends, make new professional connections, and get to know your fellow meeting-goers.
    THURSDAY

    OCTOBER 29th

    7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Registration
    Check in to pick up your name badge and conference materials.
    7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
    Networking Breakfast
    Attendees will enjoy a breakfast spread each morning with a variety of options.
    8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
    School Forum
    At the School Forum, participants will have the opportunity to give their constructive input to ASSE’s Professional Certification Program, discuss issues affecting their training centers, and exchange ideas for future progress with staff involved in the certification program.
    9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    EJ Zimmer Technical Seminar #1
    Seminar and presenter information will be announced soon. Stay tuned!
    10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
    EJ Zimmer Technical Seminar #2
    Seminar and presenter information will be announced soon. Stay tuned!
    11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    Best Practices for Committee Chairs Seminar
    This seminar will provide information and best practices for those serving as ASSE Committee Chairs and for those wanting to get more involved with ASSE Committees.
    12:15 AM – 1:45 PM
    President's Luncheon/Government Relations Update
    Enjoy lunch hosted by ASSE International President Vincent Gallo IV. Current public policy initiatives impacting the industry, along with updates on policy efforts and strategies moving forward, will be presented by the IAPMO Government Relations team.
    2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Code Development Canada Subcommittee Meeting
    The CDC Canada Subcommittee reviews proposed changes to the National Plumbing Code of Canada and recommends voting positions for ASSE.
    2:30 PM – 3:15 PM
    Code Development IPC Subcommittee Meeting
    The CDC IPC Subcommittee reviews proposed changes to the International Plumbing Code and recommends voting positions for ASSE.
    3:15 PM – 3:45 PM
    Code Development NFPA Subcommittee Meeting
    The CDC NFPA Subcommittee reviews proposed changes to NFPA codes and recommends voting positions for ASSE.
    3:45 PM – 4:30 PM
    Code Development UPC Subcommittee Meeting
    The CDC UPC Subcommittee reviews proposed changes to the Uniform Plumbing Code and recommends voting positions for ASSE.
    4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
    Code Development Committee Meeting
    The Code Committee reviews proposed changes to model codes and recommends voting positions for ASSE.
    FRIDAY

    OCTOBER 30th

    7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Registration
    Check in to pick up your name badge and conference materials.
    7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
    Networking Breakfast
    Attendees will enjoy a breakfast spread each morning with a variety of options.
    8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
    Service Plumber (13000) Technical Committee Update Meeting
    The SPTC (13000) is an advisory committee that provides technical guidance for the ASSE Service Plumber Certification program.
    9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
    Fire Protection (15000/27000) Technical Committee Update Meeting
    The FPTC (15000/27000) is an advisory committee that provides technical guidance for two ASSE International Fire Protection certifications: Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, and Hybrid Fire Extinguishing Systems Personnel.
    9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
    Water Treatment Equipment (22000) Guidelines Subcommittee Meeting
    The Water Treatment Equipment (22000) Guidelines Subcommittee is an advisory subcommittee that develops and updates guidelines for the ASSE Water Treatment Equipment Certification program.
    11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Board of Directors Meeting
    The open ASSE International Board of Directors Meeting includes reports from committee chairs regarding their meetings held earlier in the week and updates on goals for all committees.
    12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    Lunch on own
    Attendees are free to dine at a location of their choosing.
    1:45 PM – 2:45 PM
    Business Session #2 and Award Ceremony
    The second Business Session includes an election of the ASSE International Officers and Directors, and the International President’s address. ASSE International awards will also be presented.
    6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Closing Celebration 
    The final event of the meeting will be a closing celebration with dinner, cocktails, music, and dancing where all can relax, enjoy each other’s company, and reflect on the accomplishments of the past week.
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