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WSSPC Events

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
12:00 Noon – 5:00 pm
WSSPC Field Trip – Earthquakes and Earthquake Research in Western Nevada
The field trip will give an overview of local earthquake geology, review emergency response issues such as post disaster building inspections, and view the engineering and seismological laboratories at the University of Nevada, Reno. Research is being conducted at the university to develop new knowledge about failure modes of structures, such as bridges, and to further our understanding of earthquakes and shaking phenomena. The $50 fee includes transportation and a box lunch. Lead by Craig dePolo, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology.

To register for the WSSPC Field Trip or Annual Conference, visit www.wsspc.org/Conference

MONDAY, OCTOBER 1
10:00 am – 11:30 am
WSSPC Opening Session
Includes discussion of New National Seismic Hazard Maps, Reconnaissance following the 2006 Kiholo Earthquake, and the Role of the Seismic Safety Commissions in Influencing Building Code Decisions.

1:00 pm – 4:15 pm
ICC/WSSPC JOINT EDUCATION SESSION – Earthquake Hazards and Building Codes
Earthquake Hazards and Building Codes will commence with an overview of the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program headed by the lead agency National Institute of Standards and Technology. The U.S. Geological Survey will then review the earthquake hazards of the United States and present the newest National Seismic Hazard Maps that serve as the ground-motion basis for calibrating levels of seismic-resistant design. There will be discussion of the many realities of building code adoption, including influences of culture, economics, local politics, and human resources.

Presenters: John R. “Jack” Hayes, Jr., David Applegate, David Maurstad, John Henry and Ron Lynn

Session Level: All Levels

Track: Seismic Professions Served: Engineers, Code Officials, Inspectors, Earth Scientists and Emergency Managers

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2
8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Effectively Communicating Earthquake Risk Mitigation
Presentation includes: Where We Stand Today in Communicating Earthquake Preparedness and Risk Management ot Decision Makers; Why We Underprepare for Hazards; How to Effectively Communicate Risk, Safety and Mitigation Messages; Effective Opportunities to Communicate Earthquake Safety, Preparedness, and Mitigation; and Content of the Earthquake Safety, Preparedness, and Mitigation Message. The session concludes with a speaker panel discussion.

1:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Earthquake Scenarios and Performanced-Based Codes.
Presentation includes: A Modern Bay Area 1906 Earthquake Scenario, Salt Lake City Earthquake Scenario, Cascadia Earthquake Scenario, Defining Performance-Based Engineering Objectives for Communities, and Misconceptions About FEMA Emergency Response and Recovery. A speaker panel discussion is also included.