The International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS) & CRDF Global present: The International Perspectives on Industrial Chemical Safety & Security Webinar Series ICCBS and CRDF Global are bringing together international chemical risk assessment experts with Pakistani industrial experts to share perspectives on chemical risk management. During these seminars you will gain • Knowledge of the importance of ensuring chemical safety & security across industrial sectors; • Awareness of the benefits of Responsible Care® risk management principles to your business through increased organizational efficiencies, improved recognition and community relations, and greater competitive advantage; • An understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks governing chemical management as well as best practices to allow your company to meet and exceed international industry standards; • Exposure to chemical security assessment and management tools including chemical supply chain and transportation risk mitigation strategies; and • Connections with fellow chemical professionals and international experts Speakers include Dr. M. Iqbal Choudhary Director, ICCBS, Karachi University Most-cited scientist from Pakistan Dr. Abdul Jabbar Dean, Textile Institute of Pakistan Head, Textile Research and Innovation Center Consultant, Textile Industries Dr. Shakil Ahmad In-charge, Industrial Analytical Center, Karachi, Pakistan Mr. H.M. Leith Senior Principal Consultant, AcuTech Consulting Group Mr. Tahir J. Qadir Executive Director, Management Systems AcuTech Consulting Group (Dubai, UAE) Dr. Amir Haider Quality Control Manager Environment, Health and Safety representative, Karachi, Pakistan Chemical Safety & Security in Context Focus on Responsible Care® 01 Friday, 29 May | 18:30-20:30 PKT Proper chemical risk management is the responsibility of all industry stakeholders and, if implemented effectively, it can drive business value. In this webinar, Pakistani industry experts and international leaders in chemical risk management will discuss the current status of chemical safety and security in the country. Speakers will introduce important principles of Responsible Care® and their benefits to environmental health safety, security and chemical management across industrial sectors. 02 Pakistan’s Chemical Safety & Security Legal Structure, International Best Practices, & Chemical Risk Assessment Tools Monday, 8 June | 18:30-20:30 PKT In this webinar, experts will discuss legal and regulatory frameworks governing the management of chemicals throughout their industry life-cycle and international risk management best practices. Speakers will present useful risk assessment methodologies and tools along with industry-specific strategies from agrochemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, textile, and other sector perspectives. Case studies from Pakistan and around the globe will highlight the importance of identifying unknown risks and mitigating threats to maintain safety and security. Pakistan’s Chemical Supply Chain: Methods to Ensure Safety & Security 03 Friday, 12 June | 18:30-20:30 PKT Ensuring the safety and security of chemicals is critical from production through distribution. During this webinar, experts will provide an overview of the chemical supply chain in Pakistan and methods to manage supply chain risk. Speakers will present supply chain vulnerability assessment methodologies, relevant transportation and distribution codes, and strategies to ensure the security of chemicals from manufacture or import to distribution and end use. Speakers and participants will discuss the benefits of effective chemical supply chain security and the role of all individuals and businesses along the supply chain. Register at iccbs-crdf-industry.eventbrite.com · Join live online at crdfglobal.adobeconnect.com/pakistan International Perspectives on Industrial Chemical Safety & Security Dr. M. Iqbal Choudhary Director ICCBS, Karachi University Dr. Choudhary is recognized for original contributions in the fields of natural products and bioorganic chemistry. He has served as Visiting Faculty at Cornell University, Purdue University, Pennsylvania State University, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, King Saud University, the University of Rhode Island, and universities in Malaysia, Kazakhstan and Iran. He is currently a Professor of Organic Chemistry and Director of the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences at the University of Karachi. He has written and edited 24 books, most of which have been published in the US and Europe. He is also the author of over 750 research papers and chapters in top international science journals and holds 33 US patents. He is the most cited scientist from Pakistan in the last five years, exceeding 8,500 citations. He has received awards and honors, including: Hilale-Imtiaz; Sitara-e-Imtiaz and Tamgha-e-Imtiaz; COMSTECH Award; 1st Khawarizmi International Award and Prize; and the Economic Cooperation Organization Award in Education. Dr. Abdul Jabbar Dean, Textile Institute of Pakistan Head, Textile Research and Innovation Center Consultant, Textile Industries Dr. Jabbar has more than 15 years of experience in teaching, consultancy, research and product development in the field of textile chemicals, coloration and finishing. He has been associated with several institutions of textile education in the capacity of departmental and institutional head. His research interests include: process optimization to enhance dyeing efficiency of textiles; synthesis and application of dyes and specialty chemicals; environment-friendly dyeing of textiles; coloration of paper, plastic and other synthetic material; color application in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals; and natural dyes. Presently, he supervises five M.Phil/Ph.D. students at the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), University of Karachi. Dr. Shakil Ahmad In-charge, Industrial Analytical Center, Karachi, Pakistan Dr. Shakil has 25 years of experience in testing and researchrelated work in the field of pharmaceuticals, petrochemicals, food & agrochemicals, raw material testing, natural products, pesticide residuals, microbiological and toxicological analyses, industrial effluent testing and textile-based analysis. Currently he conducts quality checks related to laboratory safety, including biohazards, and ensures facility maintenance according to good laboratory practices. He manages and coordinates technical activities, educational programs (internships) and infrastructure for the operation of laboratories. Dr. Shakil acts as technical manager to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems and coordinate with research staff on issues that impact laboratory services. He also develops and administers budgets, schedules, and performance requirements. Dr. Shakil frequently interacts with chemical industries, EPA customs officials and environmental NGOs. He has worked in top laboratories throughout the world (i.e., the U.S., Australia, China) and has valuable experience in chemical safety and security. Mr. H.M. Leith Senior Principal Consultant AcuTech Consulting Group (USA) Mr. Leith has over 35 years of diverse national/international risk management experience, with extensive expertise in the commercial energy and governmental sectors. He is an expert in petrochemical, nuclear, executive venue, and maritime security, encompassing vulnerability analysis and risk management, executive protection, cyber security, security program management, administration, training, and policy/procedure development. Mr. Leith has a comprehensive knowledge of protection allocation, intelligence analysis, personnel surety, and intrusion detection systems. He is an internationally recognized authority and author on risk assessment, emergency response, crisis management, incident mitigation, and countermeasures planning. He has conducted over 500 security risk/vulnerability assessments world-wide for AcuTech, ExxonMobil, and DOE/DOD. Mr. Leith supported development of the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) and is coauthor of multiple government and industry risk assessment methodologies. He holds advanced degrees in communication and psychology, and is CVI certified with active TWIC. Mr. Tahir J. Qadir Executive Director, Management Systems AcuTech Consulting Group (Dubai, UAE) Mr. Qadir is well known in the petrochemical and chemical industries for leading regional initiatives and creating strategic alliances with organization leaders to effectively align with and support key business initiatives. Mr. Qadir has decades of experience in process engineering and management systems which allow him to offer services at all levels of AcuTech’s global services. As the leader of the GPCA’s Responsible Care Initiative, Mr. Qadir possesses unparalleled experience in the Gulf region. During his five-year tenure with GPCA, he helped companies like Tasnee, Farabi, GPIC, Q-Chem, S-Chem, Qatar Petrochemicals, Borouge, and others with the development and implementation of integrated management systems including Responsible Care©. As chief sustainability manager of one of the world’s largest chemical companies, Mr. Qadir offers expertise to clients ranging from risk assessment and management services to training and development, review, and integration of management systems at any scale. Dr. Amir Haider Quality Control Manager Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) representative, Karachi, Pakistan Dr. Haider completed his Ph.D. in chemistry from Karachi University. He has 14 years of diverse work in laboratory management, statistical methodology, methods, processes, and cleaning validation in the pharmaceutical, explosive and agrochemicals industries. He has several research publications in global journals, including field of studies analyses, syntheses, interactions, derivatizations, and antiviral and transdermal studies. Dr. Haider is currently affiliated with the Chemical Division of Arysta Life Science Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd. and acts as a EHS representative at global forums. Register at iccbs-crdf-industry.eventbrite.com · Join live online at crdfglobal.adobeconnect.com/pakistan
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