Welcome!
We look forward to welcoming you to the 12th annual OSHA Summer Summit being held at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Campus Center on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 from 7:30am to 3:30pm. At this all-day Safety Conference we will welcome over 400 industry, safety, and health professionals from the New England Area. Regionally and nationally known speakers will focus on current OSHA initiatives, emphasis programs, and discuss "hot topics" for both general and construction industries. We look forward to having you join us! 

Registration
Registration Rates
Registration includes breakfast, lunch, and access to a morning keynote, afternoon keynote, and three breakout sessions of your choice. Participants can receive CEU's for attending.

Early Bird Registration Rate (by 11:59 EDT on May 4): $85.00
Regular Registration Rate after May 4: $120.00

How to Register
To register click Register Now above! You will then be prompted to login to Iris Registration, the secure online system being used to manage registration for this event. Click "Sign Up" to create an account using your email address and a password of your choice. If you have registered for an event with us in the past 18 months you can sign in using your existing Iris Registration account. Once you login, you will be brought through the online registration form and payment gateway. To complete your registration you will be prompted to submit payment via Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit/debit card. If you need any assistance completing your registration or would like to discuss alternate payment options, please contact UMass Conference Services at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102.

Registration is accepted on an individual basis. If you need to register multiple attendees click Register Now, sign in, and complete a registration for the first attendee by proceeding through the payment page. Once that registration is completed, click Home in the top toolbar to be brought back to the registration summary screen. Next, click Create Additional Registration. If you have a large group you would like to register/pay for, please email us at registration@umass.edu for group registration assistance.

Payment Options
Payment is accepted during registration via our online payment gateway by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover credit or debit card. If you wish to discuss alternative payment options, or if you need an invoice to facilitate payment, please contact us at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102 to further discuss your needs.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations will be ineligible for a refund. However, if you cannot attend and wish to transfer your registration to another attendee, you may contact us at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102, or log back into your account and edit your registration as needed.

For additional OSHA Summer Summit details, please contact OSHASummerSummit@gmail.com. 
For registration or payment assistance, please contact UMass Conference Services at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102.

2025 OSHA Summer Summit schedule at a glance! Below are the breakout sessions.

Do you really need a Safety Culture?
Donald L. Olesen PE, CSP, MBA 
We have long talked about a safety culture within an organization. Everyone screams "We need a Safety Culture!" Seldom does it actually exist. Is safety in need of its own culture or should it be incorporated into the very fiber of the business? This presentation will focus on what a culture is, who is needed to grow the culture, and what are the components of an effective culture that will ultimately put the organization into a position of success. It will also focus on some of the tools needed to actually have safety incorporated into the overall business strategy/culture. This session is designed for all levels of an organization and will talk about the differing roles needed to build a successful culture.

Mental Health and Addiction in the Construction Industry
Bob Kunz, Corporate Safety Director, Dimeo Construction Company
The causal factors associated with substance use disorder (SUD), The best practices and research-based solutions to mitigate first dose, support workers experiencing a substance use disorder, and strategies to developing a pathway(s) to recovery.

Transitioning Your Workforce to a Better Ergonomic Mindset
Justin Azbill, Director | National Health and Safety Strategy
Impactful Ergonomic Training, Using Technology to reduce Ergonomic Injuries, Trade Professional Buy-in, ROI of Training Programs.

Demystifying Your EMR
Kelly Pina, CSP, CIT, CSHM, OHST Health and Safety Manager at VHB
Many people view a company’s EMR as a proxy for its health and safety record, which can unfairly punish companies in the procurement process. A high EMR, however, often has nothing to do with a company’s health and safety record. Indeed, there is a lot of mystery behind the calculation of the score and its intended purpose. This session will provide an in depth understanding of the elusive EMR and provide techniques to help you manage it. Don’t let your EMR impact your ability to get work or disqualify you from projects. Participants will learn what factors are driving their score and what it means and will get recommendations on how to improve the score and their company’s safety culture. Don’t let your score hold you back. By the end of this presentation, you’ll learn everything you need to know about an EMR.

The FMCSA and the DOT and you
Roy T Roberts Owner of Roy T Roberts Consulting Group
Why it is important for transportation companies to understand how they are viewed by brokers, insurance companies, and customers based on FMCSA collected data. The multi-faceted ways to train your team, specifically drivers, on how to succeed and be safe on the road. If your team doesn't know the best practices you cannot be a high performing team.

Lithium-Ion & Lithium Metal Battery Safety
Lynn Elgin CSHO Maine Dept of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry Safety & Training Coordinator
This presentation will cover the anatomy and differences of lithium -ion and Lithium metal batteries, hazards they present, Hydrogen Fluoride dangers, thermal runaway & responding to lithium-ion & lithium metal battery emergencies and disposal.

The Ergonomics Dilemma: Can We Afford Not to Standardize?
Dr. Lito M. Amit, LPT, ASP Assistant Professor, Safety and Construction Sciences, Keene State College, NH
This topic explores the critical need for standardized practices in ergonomics to ensure workplace safety and efficiency. It examines into the challenges posed by the lack of universal guidelines, such as inconsistent implementation of ergonomic solutions, varying compliance levels, and the risk of exacerbating musculoskeletal disorders. The topic highlights the cost implications for businesses, including lost productivity, increased healthcare expenses, and potential legal liabilities.

Solids Handling - Combustible Dust Hazard Control
Guy R. Colonna, PE; Principal Engineer; FSL Consulting LLC
Many industries utilize pneumatic conveying for solid materials. When those materials are combustible, combustible dusts can be generated and released creating the potential for fire or explosion when in the presence of ignition sources. Proper design of the conveying systems - flow rates, duct materials, air moving devices - forms an essential component for limiting the occurrence of hazardous conditions. Despite rigorous design considerations, hazard mitigation measures must also be evaluated and applied. This presentation examines the basics for designing and safeguarding such systems based on current standards and best practices.

Conveyor System Safety
Pamela Bealo, EHS Manager, Amazon Robotics. Ethan Treadwell, Safety Engineer, CBRE/Amazon Robotics
This presentation will cover the basic requirements for some of the common types of conveyors. It will reference the most common conveyor standards and regulations in use today. Excluded will be all applications that involve moving people as the focus will be on the specifics of material handling conveyors. Hazards associated with conveyors and risk mitigation actions to contain them will also be presented.

Actively Caring for People) AC4P Safety Culture
Richard Wobby, Executive Vice-President of the Associated General Contractors of Vermont
Scott Geller coined the term “actively caring” back in 1990 while working with a team of safety leaders. His vision was to cultivate a brother/sister community culture in which everyone looks out for each other’s safety on a daily basis. Throughout the years, experts have struggled to define the term “safety culture.” For most this label means a reactive approach to keeping people safe by using training and discipline. The result: More attention is given to the negative reactive side of safety than a positive proactive approach to preventing accidents and incidents by cultivating an interdependent culture of employees looking out for the safety, health, and well-being of each other. What does it mean to actively care for people’s safety? Is this the mission of behavior-based safety (BBS)? Richard will help you understand the difference between “caring” and “acting.” No one wants to see an individual get injured on the job. This is caring. Yet, when workers are asked to muster the courage to offer advice to a peer who is working at-risk, many admit they do not act on their caring. And how many workers act to show sincere appreciation for a co-worker’s safe behavior? Many employees do not actively care for people’s safety. They don’t go beyond their intrinsic caring and provide proactive injury-prevention action.

Identifying Key Leadership Gaps
Ernie St Amant
Highlight specific leadership skills that may be underdeveloped or misunderstood in each generation. Cover ways these gaps impact the adoption and support of safety initiatives. 

Strategies for Bridging Gaps Discuss effective strategies for cultivating essential leadership qualities across generational lines, such as adaptability, communication, and accountability. Present tips on mentoring and coaching to foster intergenerational collaboration, reducing friction and aligning safety goals.

How to Prepare for an OSHA inspection
Joe Green, OSHA Compliance Assistance Specialist
Joe Green has worked for the United States Department of Labor OSHA since the year 2000. Prior to becoming a Compliance Assistance Specialist in 2018. Joe was a Safety and Health Compliance Officer for 18 years. During that time Joe has investigated well over 500 workplace accidents, over 50 work place fatalities and has inspected over 2000 jobsites and establishments. As a Compliance Assistance Specialist Joe now works and assist’s employers on complying and staying up to date with OSHA regulations. Prior to working for OSHA, Joe worked in the private sector for a large mechanical sub-contractor as a supervisor for over 15 years.

OSHA: The General Duty Clause, Section 5(a)(1)
Marianne M. Bonito Compliance Assistance Specialist
This session will discuss the General Duty Clause, Section 5(a)(1) out of the OSH Act, and it’s use by OSHA Compliance Officers. Where it’s found, when it can be used, what are the elements to establish a cited violation and when the General Duty Clause can be used. The discussion will also include some of the common hazards cited as well as a few case studies.

Respiratory Protection
Anne Bracker, CONN-OSHA Program Manager
Although personal protective equipment is on the bottom of the hierarchy of controls, many employers require the use of respirators. When respirators are used, employers should be confident that their masked workers are actually protected from their workplaces’ inhalation hazards. This session will focus on how to develop an effective respiratory protection program. Topics addressed will include a) Respirator types, b) Selecting the right respirator, c) Medical clearance d) Fit testing, d) Maintenance and Care and e) Employee training.

Managing Contractors in Today's World
Christopher Stock - Eversource Safety Director
This presentation aims to give the audience an understanding on how to manage contractors through established safety standards and procedures, preventative measures, performance oversight, and the use of technology to ultimately create a safer work environment for both contractors and company employees.

Amherst and the surrounding area is full of many hotels, motels and bed & breakfasts. The independently operated Hotel UMass is located right in the heart of campus just an elevator ride away from many conference sessions and events, while a variety of hotel chains offer their familiar comforts a short 5 - 10 minute drive from campus on Route 9/Russell Street in neighboring Hadley. 

Conference registration fees do not include lodging, so please be sure to make your own hotel arrangements. Because the summer is a busy time of year in the area we recommend booking your room as early as possible!

Hotel UMass
$189.00 per room, per night (plus applicable taxes and fees).

Seated in the center of the picturesque UMass Amherst campus, Hotel UMass blends a tranquil countryside escape with the bustling energy of campus life, making it your ideal destination when staying in the area. Located in the Campus Center just an elevator ride from meeting spaces and amenities, including the University Store and several newly renovated dining options, Hotel UMass offers unbeatable convenience for a discounted conference rate of $189.00/room/night (plus applicable fees, currently 6% plus $1.00 per room, per night). 

Space is likely to fill fast and this discounted rate will expire on May 6, 2025, so early reservations are strongly encouraged. To complete a reservation, click here to be brought to the OSHA Summer Summit hotel reservation page. The default date is the night prior to the start of the summit, but you can change the date to your arrival date as needed. Enter the number of nights, number of guests, and click "Book Now". A new page will load and you will get a list of rooms available for you to select from with the discounted rate already applied. Click "Book Now" next to the room type you'd like to select. A new window will open where you will be instructed to enter your guest information and payment method. Note reservations are available online only: if you call to complete a reservation you will be directed to book online. However, if you wish to stay outside of the dates reserved by the conference, please call the hotel front desk for further assistance (413-549-6000). 

Note: payment for your stay at Hotel UMass must be made separately from your registration payment.

Additional Area Accommodations
We strongly recommend attendees stay at Hotel UMass when possible, as it is the most convenient option to all OSHA Summer Summit activities and is sure to make your visit here a breeze! However, if space has filled or you prefer to stay elsewhere, the Amherst area is filled with many other hotels, motels and bed & breakfasts. A variety of hotel chains offer their familiar comforts just a short 5 - 10 minute drive from the UMass Campus on Route 9/Russell Street in neighboring Hadley, while charming independent inns and B&Bs dot the area, offering a true taste of Pioneer Valley living. Below are some popular lodging options, including the estimated drive time to the Campus Center.

Amherst
Hotel UMass: rated the best hotel in Amherst and the most convenient lodging option for our campus guests; 1 Campus Center Way, Amherst; click here to book now. (on-campus). Discounted conference rate available. 

Allen House Inn: award winning historical Victorian bed and breakfast; 599 Main Street, Amherst; click here or call 413-253-5000 (9 minutes)

Amherst Airbnb: over 8,000 guest reviews for places to stay in Amherst with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars; click here for available rooms and homes

Black Walnut Inn: ranked #1 of 14 Amherst B&B and Inns; 1184 North Pleasant Street, Amherst; click here or call 413-549-5649 (8 minutes)

Inn on Boltwood: a historic Amherst hotel with 49 unique guest rooms; 30 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst; click here or call 413-256-8200 (10 minutes)

Hadley
Courtyard by Marriott: centrally located hotel with an indoor pool, fitness center, and a newly renovated lobby with evening bar service and dinner menu; 423 Russell Street, Hadley; click here or call 413-256-5454 (8 minutes).

Hampton Inn: provides a mix of value, comfort and convenience, with free hot breakfast, indoor pool and fitness center; 24 Bay Road, Hadley; click here or call 413-586-4851 (16 minutes)

Homewood Suites by Hilton: offers studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites (including kitchenettes) and free hot breakfast; 340 Russell Street, Hadley; click here or call 413-387-0583 (15 minutes)

Howard Johnson by Wyndham: conveniently located and pet friendly hotel with free continental breakfast, fitness center, and outdoor pool; 401 Russell Street, Hadley; click here or call 413-586-0114 (10 minutes)

Comfort Inn & Suites: indoor hot tub, oversized vehicle parking, business center; 400 Russell Street, Hadley; click here or call 413-341-1556 (12 minutes)

Deerfield
Deerfield Inn: historic hotel with excellent restaurant and tavern; 81 Old Main Street, Deerfield MA; click here or call 413-774-5587 (27 minutes)

Red Roof PLUS+: easily accessible budget hotel with indoor pool close to Deerfield attractions; 9 Greenfield Road, South Deerfield; click here or call 413-665-7161 (19 minutes)

Northampton
Fairfield Inn and Suites: new state-of-the-art hotel located a short walk to downtown Northampton; 115A Conz Street, Northampton; click here or call 413-587-9800 (22 minutes)

Hotel Northampton: historic hotel in downtown Northampton with two award-winning restaurants; 36 King Street, Northampton; click here or call 413-584-3100 (22 minutes)

The Ellery: colonial-style hotel in downtown Northampton with newly renovated rooms and lobby; 259 Elm Street, Northampton; click here or call 413-584-7660 (25 minutes)

Quality Inn & Suites: a well-appointed and conveniently located hotel with free hot breakfast, indoor heated pool, and fitness center; click here or call 413-341-1461 (21 minutes)

Have questions or need assistance? We're happy to help!
Please contact UMass Conference Services at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102.
Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8AM - 4PM ET (excluding federal and/or Massachusetts state holidays). All calls, voicemails and/or emails will be answered as soon as possible during our standard business hours. We look forward to hearing from you!

Summit Location
The summit is being held at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Murray D. Lincoln Campus Center located at 91 Campus Center Way, Amherst MA 01003. Click here to obtain turn-by-turn directions from your location. Sessions and the exhibit hall will be on the first floor of the Campus Center in the Auditorium, first floor concourse, and a variety of nearby meeting rooms. Meals will be located on, the eleventh floor Marriott Center, and the Campus Center Auditorium. 

Registration/Check-In
Check-in for registered attendees and for those wishing to register on-site will be located on the second floor concourse of the UMass Amherst Campus Center, right outside of the University Store. The program typically begins with Opening Remarks and Welcoming address at 8 a.m. in the Campus Center Auditorium, followed by 8:15 a.m. keynote address and 9:30 a.m. breakout sessions. Please check back soon for program and schedule updates!

Parking
Discounted Parking is available in the Campus Center Parking Garage. For GPS purposes, the garage is located at 91 Campus Center Way, Amherst, MA, 01003. Click here to obtain directions from your location. 

Campus Center Way is off of Commonwealth Avenue, across the street from the Mullins Center. After turning onto Campus Center Way stay to the left to go up the hill. You will see the garage entrance on your right. The Umass Parking Garage is now gateless, no ticket is rquired!  We recommend following the Hotel UMass/Campus Center signs down to park on Level 2, where there is a marked entrance into the Campus Center. Alternatively, you can park on any level and use the Northeast or Southeast Stairwells to gain access to outdoor campus paths that lead down to the Campus Center. The garage clearance is 7' 2".  You will enter on Level 3 and exit on Level 4. Note: if you require use of our loading dock, instead of proceeding up the hill to the public Campus Center Parking Garage, take an immediate right and follow the service road to the loading dock. You may quickly unload there and then will need to move your vehicle to the Campus Center Parking Garage.

As you arrive at the garage, no ticket is required and there is no longer a gate on the garage, just enter and park. You must register your license plate within 20 minutes of entering the garage at one of the pay stations before entering the Campus Center. Prior to the Summit we will email you parking instructions.  Additional arrival details will be sent to all registered vendors and attendees as the summit approaches. 

Driving to Campus
Click here to get directions to the Campus Center Parking Garage via Google Maps.

From the North
From I-91 South, take exit 36 in Deerfield. At the end of the ramp, turn left and follow the road to the intersection. Turn right onto Routes 5 & 10 South. Go 1 mile, then turn left onto Route 116 South. Follow 8 miles to the UMass exit. 

From the East
Via Route 2 West to Exit 71 (Belchertown/Amherst). From Route 2 take Route 202 South for about 15 miles to a blinking yellow light at Amherst Road. (You will see signs "to Rt 9 and Rt 116"). Turn right and follow Amherst Road (becomes Pelham Road after about 4 miles) for 7 miles to Amherst center. Follow signs to UMass. 

From the South
From I-91 North, take Exit 25 in Northampton. From the exit ramp, turn right onto Route 9. Travel approximately 4.5 miles to Route 116 North (turn left at traffic lights). The UMass exit is 1 mile up. 

From the West
From Route 2 East, follow to Greenfield/I-91 exit. Take I-91 South to Exit 36, Deerfield. At the end of the ramp turn left and follow the road to the intersection. Turn right onto Routes 5 & 10 South. Go 1 mile, then turn left onto Route 116 South. Follow for 8 miles to the UMass exit. 

From I-90 (Mass Pike)
If you are a first-time visitor and traveling from the east or west on I-90 (Mass Pike), we recommend avoiding Exit 63 off of the Mass Pike, and instead following the directions to Exit 45 listed below. 

Take Exit 45 (West Springfield). Follow I-91 North to Exit 25. From the exit ramp, turn right onto Route 9. Travel approximately 4.5 miles to Route 116 North (turn left at traffic lights). The UMass exit is 1 mile up.

Traveling by Plane
If you are traveling to Amherst by plane, the closest airport is Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut (near Hartford). This airport is approximately 45 miles (about a 50 minute drive) from the UMass campus. From Bradley attendees will need to book a shuttle service or rent a car to get to campus (see the transportation options below). 

Attendees may find additional flight options into Logan International Airport in Boston, located approximately 95 miles (about a 2 - 2.5 hour drive) from the UMass campus. While more flight options are typically available into Logan, please remember to account for extra travel time to campus. Please also be sure to organize transportation to/from the airport to campus in advance of your arrival. From Logan attendees may book one of the shuttle services below, rent a car, or travel by Peter Pan Bus. Click here for Peter Pan bus ticket purchase details and scheduling. To ensure appropriate bus service to/from campus please select "Boston (Logan Airport), MA" as your "From:" destination and "Amherst UMass, MA" as your "To:" destination. 

Transportation Services 
Shuttle services and/or rental cars should be arranged prior to your travel. Please note there are no standing shuttles that run each day between Bradley/Logan and the UMass campus so additional arrangements must be made in advance.

     - Valley Transporter, 413-253-1350
     - Seemo Shuttle, 413-586-1120 
     - Exclusive Car Service, 413-534-3505
     - Bluebird Transportation, 413-221-4512
     - Enterprise

Traveling by Bus
Amherst and the surrounding area are serviced by Peter Pan Bus Lines, Greyhound and the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority (PVTA). The most convenient service is offered by Peter Pan, so when possible those traveling by bus should book a Peter Pan bus ticket using "Amherst UMass, MA" as the destination (note the "Amherst Center, MA" stop is in downtown Amherst and will require additional travel to arrive on campus). Greyhound offers bus service to nearby Northampton, MA, located about a 20 minute drive from campus. From Northampton attendees should plan to travel to campus via a taxi service, Uber/Lyft, or PVTA bus.

Traveling by Train
Amtrak provides passenger rail service to nearby Northampton, MA, located a 20 minute drive from the UMass campus, and Springfield, MA, located a 30 minute drive from the UMass campus. For schedule information and to purchase tickets, visit Amtrak's website and select "Northampton, MA (NHT)" or "Springfield, MA (SPG)" as your arrival destination.

If you take a train to Northampton, MA, you will then need to take either a bus or taxi to the UMass campus. Both PVTA and Peter Pan buses service the area, but the bus stops are not located at the train platform and will require about a 7 minute walk. If you prefer, you may use one of the many local taxi services or Uber/Lyft. We encourage you to carefully plan your trip - including bus or taxi services - prior to your arrival as the Northampton train platform is not a train station and phone access, area maps, bus schedules, and bus tickets will not be available once you arrive. If you decide to take a train out of Northampton, remember to purchase your return ticket online prior to arriving at the platform. The train platform is located at 170 Pleasant Street in Northampton, MA.

If you take a train to Springfield, MA, we recommend booking a shuttle service, such as Valley Transporter, to get you from Springfield to Amherst. Bus services, including Peter Pan, are also available, but will require about a 15 minute walk from the train station to the bus stop. The train will arrive at the Springfield station building, located at 66 Lyman Street in Springfield, MA. This station building does have a waiting room, ticket office, quik-trak kiosk, and payphone, but we do still encourage you to plan your trip, including services from the train station to campus, prior to your arrival.

Have questions or need assistance? We're happy to help! 
Please contact UMass Conference Services at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102.
Our offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET (excluding federal and/or Massachusetts state holidays). All calls, voicemails and/or emails will be answered as soon as possible during our standard business hours. We look forward to hearing from you!

Interested in being a vendor at the 11th annual OSHA Summer Summit being held at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Campus Center on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. We look forward to having you join us! At this all-day Safety Conference we will welcome over 400 industry, safety and health professionals from the New England Area. Regional and national known speakers will focus on current OSHA initiatives, emphasis programs, and "hot topics" for both general and construction industries. 

For more details on becoming a vendor, please see below. To complete your vendor registration, please click here. 

Vendor Table Package: $750.00
All vendor tables will received the opportunity to connect with hundreds of safety and health decision makers representing companies, agencies, and organizations. Vendor breaks are built into the schedule to network during the summit. Also included with each vendor tables package:

     - Your company logo in the digital conference program and a full ad.
     - An 8' x 6' booth with pipe and draping, 6ft table, and 2 chairs.
     - Company listing on the ASSP website with a link to your website.
     - Complimentary lunch tickets, parking, and conference registration for two attendees.

Booth Additions
For an additional $50.00 fee, exhibitors can have access to a 120V electrical service available at their location. Exhibitors must supply their own extension cords and power strips. Extension cords must be 3 wire, grounded cords, minimum 18 gauge, type SJT or SJTW insulation. UMass Conference Services reserves the right to refuse use of any damaged equipment that does not meet these guidelines. Electrical service can be added for this additional fee during the registration process.  

Vendor Registration 
How to Register
To register, click here to visit the vendor registration page, and then click "Register Now" at the top of your screen! If you need any assistance completing your registration, please contact us at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102.

All vendor tables include registration for two attendees. Please enter the details for each attendee who will be participating in the conference during the registration process. If you do not yet know this information, please write "TBD" and once more details are available, return to edit the information as needed or send the attendee details to registration@umass.edu. If you need to register more than two attendees, additional attendees can be added using the attendee registration form. 

Payment Options
Payment is required to complete your registration. Payment is accepted during registration via our online payment gateway by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover credit or debit card. If you wish to discuss alternative payment options, or if you need an invoice to facilitate payment, please contact us at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102 to further discuss your needs.

Cancellation Policy
All registrations are non-refundable: no cancellations will be accepted and no refunds will be granted in the event of cancellation.  

Lodging
Hotel UMass
Seated in the center of the picturesque UMass Amherst campus, Hotel UMass blends a tranquil countryside escape with the bustling energy of campus life. Just an elevator ride from the University Store and several recently renovated dining options, Hotel UMass offers unbeatable convenience for a discounted conference rate of $189.00/room/night (plus applicable fees). Availability is limited and reservations at this discounted rate are only available until May 6, 2025 or until space fills. To complete a reservation, interested guests should click here to be taken directly to the OSHA Summer Summit Hotel UMass reservation page. Note reservations are available online only. If you call to complete a reservation you will be directed to book online. 

Cancellation policy: Hotel UMass has a 48 hour cancellation policy, so you should cancel your reservation 48 hours prior to check-in to avoid being assessed any fees. Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to check-in will be charged for at least one night's lodging, but additional fees may apply depending on the date and time of your cancellation. Contact the hotel at 877-822-2110 or hotel@umass.edu for more information, or if you need to cancel your booking.

Area Lodging
The Amherst area is full of many hotels, motels, and bed & breakfasts. Neighboring Hadley has many large chain hotels offering their familiar comforts a short 5 - 10 minute drive from the UMass Campus on Russell Street/Route 9, including a Hampton Inn, Howard Johnson by Wyndham, Comfort Inn & Suites, and Courtyard by Marriott. Local motels, including the University Lodge, offer convenience and affordability. Amherst and the surrounding area are dotted with numerous inns and B&B's, such as the Inn on Boltwood, the Black Walnut Inn, and the Allen House, all wonderful options if you are looking for a home away from home in the Pioneer Valley. A full listing can be found in the "On-Campus and Area Lodging" tab above.

Exhibit Booth Details
Below are some important notes related to exhibit booths. Please review and contact us at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102 with any questions or concerns. 

An 8' x 6' booth with pipe and drape, one six foot table, and two chairs will be furnished for each reserved exhibit space.

For an additional charge of $50.00, exhibitors can reserve access to a 120V electrical service available at their location. Exhibitors must supply their own extension cords and power strips. Extension cords must be 3 wire, grounded cords, minimum 18 gauge, type SJT or SJTW insulation. UMass Conference Services reserves the right to refuse use of any damaged equipment that does not meet these guidelines.

Exhibitors cannot use existing walls or ceilings for display purposes. All rear walls of each exhibit must be freestanding and no higher than six feet. Sidewalls of the exhibit must be no more than three feet high and should not interfere with the direct visibility of the adjoining exhibits.

Exhibits must be well planned and should not interfere with the flow of traffic or require relocation of furnishings, rugs and/or paintings.

Login credentials for wireless internet access will be provided upon arrival.

Exhibitors should not undertake any credit card processing on the University of Massachusetts network, either wired or wireless.

UMass Conference Services will not assume responsibility for the safety of any exhibits against damage or loss by theft, fire or other means.

Exhibits or displays may be shipped, if prepaid, no more than 3 days prior to the scheduled event for storage. To ship materials out after the conclusion of the event, exhibitors should either plan to drop materials off at a UPS, FedEx, or USPS location OR obtain and print out a pre-paid return label that can be affixed to all materials (materials with a prominently affixed pre-paid return label may then be brought to the UMass Campus Center Loading Dock for pick-up; please be sure to schedule pick-up with your selected carrier). For shipping materials in advance, the shipping address should read as follows:

      UMass Conference Services CS25185
      Campus Center Receiving
      University of Massachusetts
      Amherst, MA 01003

Shipping before and after the Summit
Exhibits or displays may be shipped, if prepaid, so that materials are received no more than 3 days prior to the scheduled event. Materials will then be securely stored until the event date. Please use the shipping address above. If you have questions regarding shipping or the delivery status of your package, please contact us at  registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102.

At the conclusion of the event, exhibitors are responsible for arranging return shipping of all materials. Exhibitors may drop materials off directly at any UPS, FedEx, or USPS location. Alternatively, exhibitors are welcome to print out a pre-paid return label in advance and then affix the label to materials at the conclusion of the event. All materials with a prominently affixed pre-paid return label may then be brought to the UMass Campus Center Loading Dock (located on the 1st floor of the Campus Center) for pick-up. Please contact your shipping carrier directly to schedule pick-up, or for additional details regarding shipping and/or pick-up times. Please note that exhibitors are responsible for packing and unpacking all materials, and also for obtaining all required shipping labels in advance of the conclusion of the event.

Exhibit Booth Setup and Teardown
Exhibit booths will be setup on the 1st floor of the UMass Campus Center, which is an open, public area. Our convention partners will setup all booths/pipe and drape during the afternoon of Tuesday, June 3. We tentatively anticipate booths will be available for vendors to start to setup around 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 3. Vendors may also wait until the morning of Wednesday, June 4, to setup, but should have all booths setup prior to the start of registration when attendees will begin arriving. As the 1st floor concourse is not a secure area, please be mindful of any items or materials left out on Tuesday evening as the space will not be locked or secured overnight. Vendors should teardown all booths at the conclusion of the event on Wednesday, June 4, including arranging shipping of any materials as per the options above. 

For additional OSHA Summer Summit details, please contact OSHASummerSummit@gmail.com. 
For assistance related to registration, payment, or general event/campus logistics, please contact UMass Conference Services at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102.

To register as a vendor, please click here!

For general summit related inquiries:
Please contact the OSHA Summer Summit team at OSHASummerSummit@gmail.com. 

For assistance related to registration, payment, or general event/campus logistics:
Please contact UMass Conference Services at registration@umass.edu or 413-577-8102. 

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