Seneca Niagara Hotel

310 Fourth Street

Niagara Falls, New York14303

September 18 – 20, 2007

Dear Fellow Safety Professionals:

On behalf of the National Telecommunications Safety Panel and the Conference Host and Program teams, it is my pleasure to invite you to attend the 2007 International Telecommunications Safety Conference (ITSC) to be held September 18-20, 2007 in Niagara Falls, New York. With its first class facilities and the great activities and programs that are being prepared, we expect a large turnout for this event, and we want you to be a part of it.

The agenda is being prepared with a wide variety of safety and health topics related directly to the telecommunications industry. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to meet, share, and learn from the experiences of other safety professionals who deal with the same challenges you face every day.

Preliminary Program and Roundtable Topics include:

  • Telecommunications Industry Trends - EH&S Role/Challenges
  • Safety Benchmarking and Metrics in Telecommunications
  • Retail Store Ergonomics "GoodMarketing - Bad Ideas"
  • ATV / Alternative Vehicle Training
  • NTSP Website and Benchmarking
  • Pandemic Preparedness Update
  • Foreign Voltage Detection
  • Practical Solutions for Mold Projects
  • Regulatory Updates

I would also like to recognize and thank our planning teams for this year. John F. Quinlan is leading the Verizon Host Committee to provide you with a memorable conference environment and related activities. Our exciting professional development program is being developed by our Program Committee, headed by Kent Kunce with AT&T Corporation.

I look forward to seeing you all at this year’s conference, so register early and make your plans to attend in September.

Eric Allgaier

Chair

National Telecommunications Safety Panel

GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Attendee registration is $350.00 (US currency) if payment is received by Friday August 17, 2007. After August 17, 2007 the attendee registration fee will increase to $450.00(US currency). The early registration date will be strictly enforced.

The registration fee will entitle you to the following:

  • Admission to the Conference (2 ½ day Telecommunications Safety & Health Agenda)
  • Continental Breakfast, Lunch and Refreshments for the first two days
  • Full Breakfast & Morning Refreshments on the final conference day
  • Welcoming Reception at The Seneca Niagara Hotel
  • An Evening Dinner at the Top of the Falls Restaurant

Conference Check-In

A Conference Check-In Desk will be open from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM on Monday, September 17 in the 1st Floor Lobby of The Seneca Niagara Hotel. On Tuesday morning, September 18th, the Conference Check-In Desk will be open at 7:00 AM in the 1st Floor Lobby of The Seneca Niagara Hotel. Those who have not registered in advance can register at that time.

Dress Standards

Dress will be business casual for all conference activities.

You will be provided an International Telecommunications Safety Conference badge at check-in. Please wear this badge to identify yourself at all conference events.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Monday, September 17th

For those arriving early, a golf networking outing is planned for Monday afternoon. All skill levels are welcome! We will be traveling to the Beaver Island State Park Golf Course onGrand Island(approximately ½ an hour from Niagara Falls). Start time is 1:00 PM. Cost will be $20 per person without cart.

If you are interested in participating, please contact Brian Wiedower at 913 315-8631, or . Brian can answer questions, and provide additional details for the event as the date approaches.

Tuesday, September 18th

A reception is scheduled for Tuesday evening at The Seneca Niagara Hotel. This is a great opportunity to renew existing professional contacts and make some new ones.

Wednesday, September 19th

Join us for dinner at the newly remodeled Top of the Falls Restaurant. Featuring an eclectic array of cuisines to choose from, each dish is created by their world-class master chef and his staff. While dining you can take in a magnificent view of the thundering Falls from any seat in the house. Shuttle buses will transport us from the hotel for the quick ride to the Top of the Falls restaurant.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

The Seneca Niagara Hotel is ideally located just blocks from Niagara Falls, one of the Natural Wonders of the World. Come and experience all that Niagara Falls has to offer. Take in the breathtaking view on tours like Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds and feel the cool spray of the water! Visit any of the beautiful state parks like Goat Island for a magnificent glimpse of Western New York. If a day of shopping and lunch is more your style, take a drive to The Fashion Outlets, home to 150 name brand outlet shops or visit any of the quaint antique shops and art galleries in the more historic areas of the city. Niagara Falls truly has something for everyone from the beautiful architecture to the thriving nightlife.

Additionally, Canada is just a short trip across one of the many bridges. Just be sure to bring your driver’s license or passport so that you will be allowed back in to the United States.

The Falls are also beautiful from the Canadian side, and there is much to see and do in the area. Niagara’s fascinating history and rich, cultural heritage is the foundation for many interesting discoveries today, including an internationally renowned wine region that is home to more than 50 world-class wineries, famous for their ice wines.

Seneca Niagara Hotel is the largest hotel in Western New York, offering 26 levels of pure luxury and putting Niagara Falls on the map as a premier resort destination.

Pamper yourself in any of our 486 deluxe rooms, 86 corner suites or 22 one-bedroom suites. All of the rooms feature upscale amenities including a pillow-top bed, oversized shower, flat screen TV, Internet access and more. Also enjoy breathtaking views of Western New York as you rest in comfort.

Guest and business services at this lavish downtown Niagara Falls luxury hotel include:

  • In-room dining, available 24 hours a day
  • One-day laundry and dry-cleaning
  • Award-winning catering and conference services
  • Complete audiovisual services
  • Executive business center
  • Valet parking
  • Nightly turn-down service available
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • 24-hour licensed babysitting service, provided by appointment

The ITSC Negotiated Room Rate: $135.00

Rates are PER ROOM, PER NIGHT based on Single/Double Occupancy and are not subject to state and local room tax. Rates are only applicable from Monday, September 17, 2007 through Friday, September 21, 2007.

Each standard room is furnished with either a king-size bed or two double beds.

  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Checkout: Noon (Check with the Front Desk for availability of late checkout)

The Seneca Niagara Hotel Spa, with a full-service spa and salon. Relax with a Swedish massage, aromatherapy, full body wrap or facial, in any of the 12 treatment rooms. Enjoy a state-of-the-art workout facility, complete with cardiovascular equipment, circuit weights, free weights, an indoor pool, whirlpools and locker room. The Seneca Niagara Hotel provides an escape from the everyday.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

Seneca Niagara Hotel

310 Fourth Street
Niagara Falls, New York14303 (USA)

Direct all reservations to The Seneca Niagara Hotel by calling the hotel directly or for more information, call toll free 1-877-873-6322. When making these reservations please advise the hotel you will be attending the International Telecommunications Safety Conference or “ITSC” to receive the group rate.

All reservations must be guaranteed with a form of payment. Deposits are refundable to the guest if the Hotel receives notice of cancellation 24 hours prior to their arrival. No shows will be charged to the individual guest’s credit card.

For those with special medical and/or dietary needs, there are a limited number of handicapped accessible rooms and refrigerators available.

GETTING TO THE CONFERENCE

BY AIR: BUFFALONIAGARAINTERNATIONALAIRPORT (BNIA)

Averaging approximately 110 daily flights with nonstop service to 18 cities, the BNIA plays an essential role in the development of business and tourism in the Buffalo Niagara region. The management and staff of the BNIA strive to meet the daily needs of all its customers and ensure that each visit is a pleasant experience.

Air Carriers

  • AirTran (800) 247-8726Website:
  • American Eagle (800) 433-7300Website:
  • Continental Airlines (800) 525-0280Website:
  • Continental Express (800) 525-0280Website:
  • Comair/Delta Connection(800) 221-1212Website:
  • Jet Blue (800) 538-2583Website:
  • Northwest Airlines (800) 225-2525Website:
  • Prior Aviation (800) 621-2923Website:
  • Southwest Airlines (800) I FLY SWAWebsite:
  • United Airlines (800) 241-6522Website:
  • United Express (800) 241-6522Website:
  • US Airways (800) 428-4322Website:
  • US Airways Express (800) 428-4322Website:

From The Airport

Taxi and/or shuttle services are available from BuffaloNiagaraInternationalAirport to the hotel and also serve all of Buffalo and Niagara Falls major attractions. The hotel is located approximately 30 minutes from the airport.Total Est. Distance: 24.60 miles

TAXICABS & SHUTTLES
Airport Express / (716) 472-8580 / 1-800-604-1570
Airport Taxi / Airport on-site
A & O Transportation, LLC / PO Box 433
East Aurora, NY14052 / (716) 923-3696 / 1-800-963-2026
Jewel of Niagara Limo / 8579 Furlong Avenue
Niagara Falls, Canada / (905) 351-3996
Niagara Air Bus / 8626 Lundy's Lane
Niagara Falls, ON, L2H 1H4 / 1-800-206-7222
WNY Super Shuttle / (716) 633-2999 / 1-888-402-6606

LIMOUSINES

Adventure Limousine Service / (716) 366-0480 / 1-800-419-7423
Buffalo Limousine Service / 62 Clyde Ave.
BuffaloNew York14215 / (716) 835-4997 / 1-800-599-2088
Diamond Limousine Service / 401 East Amherst Street
Buffalo, NY14215 / (716) 836-2858 / 1-877-464-2427
D and J Limousine / (716) 481-2655
(716) 668-5376
Fantasy Limo / 1-800-947-1537
Giorgio's Limousine Service / 5464 Genesee Street
Lancaster, NY14068 / (716) 683-7455
Jewel of Niagara Limo / 8579 Furlong Avenue
Niagara Falls, Canada / (905) 351-3996
Lincoln Executive Car Service / Snyder, NY14226 / (716) 839-9451 / 1-877-321-2227
Quiet Elegance Limousine / 5462 Rogers Road
Hamburg, NY14075 / (716) 648-6500
Royal Limousine Niagara / 226 Becken Cres
Welland, ON, L3B 5N4 / 1-866-671-1444
Sears Luxury Transport / 3 Driftwood Drive,
Warren, Pa16365-3379 / (814) 730-8032
Southampton Limo / 6700-6740 Fallsview Blvd
Niagara Falls, Canada / 1-800-636-8923
Swingline Limousine Service / 65 Great Arrow Avenue
Buffalo, NY14216 / (716) 652-7765 / 1-800-781-2222
Symphony Limousine / 43 Burton Street
Hamilton, ON, L8L 8K2 / 1-877-387-6464
Tiffany Transportation / 1-877-234-8433
Zoladz Limousine / 13989 Broadway, Alden, NY14004 / 937-4410 / 1-888-937-4410

RENTAL CARS

Name / Location/Address / Phone / Toll Free
Alamo / On-site / (716) 631-2044 / 1-800-327-9633
Avis / On-site / (716) 632-1809 / 1-800-831-2847
Budget / On-site / (716) 632-4662 / 1-800-283-4387
Enterprise / On-site / (716) 565-0002 / 1-800-736-8222
Hertz / On-site / (716) 632-4783 / 1-800-654-3131
National / On-site / (716) 634-9220 / 1-800-227-7368

BY GROUND: DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO THE NIAGARA SENECA HOTEL

From the Airport

Take NY-33 W, Merge onto I-90 E / NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY E toward I-290 / NIAGFALLS / ALBANY. Merge onto I-290 W / YOUNGMANN EXPY via EXIT 50 toward NIAGARA FALLS. Mergeonto I-190 N / NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY toward NIAGARA FALLS (Portions toll). Take the R. MOSES PKWY exit- EXIT 21- toward NIAGARA RESERVATION / STATE PARK Mergeonto ROBERT MOSES STATE PKWY N. ROBERT MOSES STATE PKWY N becomes ramp, Stay STRAIGHT to go onto JOHN B DALY BLVD Turn LEFT onto FALLS ST Turn RIGHT onto 6TH STEnd at 310 4th St Niagara Falls, NY 14303, US.

From the North/Canada
Take Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) to the RainbowBridge into the United States. Cross the bridge and turn right onto Rainbow Boulevard south. Make a left onto Fourth Street.

From the South/Pennsylvania
Take the I-90E (NYS Thruway) to Buffalo. Follow signs for I-190N to Robert Moses Parkway. Exit Parkway with City Traffic. Make a left at Rainbow Boulevard and a right at Fourth Street.

From the East/Rochester
Take the I-90W (NYS Thruway) to Buffalo. Get on I-290W via exit number 50. Follow signs for I-190N to Robert Moses Parkway. Exit Parkway with City Traffic. Make a left at Rainbow Boulevard and a right at Fourth Street.

From the West
Take the I-90E (NYS Thruway) to Buffalo to exit number 53. Follow signs for I-190N to Robert Moses Parkway. Exit Parkway with City Traffic. Make a left at Rainbow Boulevard and a right at Fourth Street.

PARKING AT THE NIAGARA SENECA HOTEL

Don't forget to take advantage of the free parking on Sixth Street. Choose from their complimentary valet services or the self-parking lot at Seneca Square. Even more free parking is available in our spacious garage. To get there, exit the Robert Moses Parkway to John B. Daly Drive, turn left onto Niagara Street and make a left into the garage.

AREA MAP

INFORMATION ABOUT THE NIAGARA FALLS AREA

Let get right into the “mist” of things by visiting the world-famous Niagara Falls and the host of surrounding attractions. The mighty cascades are just one of the many adventures available to both thrill seekers and those a little less daring. Don a raincoat and trek into the base of the Falls at the Cave of the Winds or jump aboard the Maid of the Mist and see what the Falls look like from the bottom up. Or, take a leisurely stroll through Niagara Falls State Park, the oldest state park in the country, and take in the many breathtaking sights on Goat Island. Other area attractions include the Aquarium of Niagara and the Niagara Aerospace Museum. And what trip to the Falls would be complete without stopping by the Daredevil Museum and seeing first hand the barrels used by thrill seekers attempting to go over one of the Wonders of the World - just don’t get any ideas!

Additional Information:

Niagara Falls, Canada Information:

Niagara Falls, New York Information:

Buffalo Information:

Buffalo Niagara Convention & Visitors Bureau:

Airport Information:

Time Zone: Eastern

Average Temperature in September:

Low: 57o F or 14o C

High: 79o F or 26o C

CONFERENCE CONTACTS

For general information regarding the conference program, schedule and events, please contact the following:

Conference Chairperson:
John F. Quinlan / Verizon / (212) 338-7262
Conference Program:
Kent Kunce / AT&T / (317) 265-5914
Registration Information:
Fatima Custovic / Safety Council of Greater St. Louis / (314) 621-9200
Conference Accommodations & Events:
John F. Quinlan / Verizon / (212) 338-7262


SHIPMENT OF PACKAGES AND EXHIBIT MATERIALS

Packages/boxed items can be sent to:

JOHN F. QUINLAN

221 EAST 37TH STREET; 6th Floor

NEW YORK, NEW YORK11710-2934

Attention: JOHN F. QUINLAN – NATIONAL MANAGER

Office Phone: (212) 338-7262

E Mail:

Please include your name and the conference title “ITSC” on each package.

Please ensure delivery of any items by Thursday, September 13, 2007, or they will not be available at the conference.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS

The 2007 ITSC is sponsored by the National Telecommunications Safety Panel which has contracted with the Safety Council of Greater St. Louis, to provide registration services for this conference.

You may register in one of three ways using the attached registration form.

BY MAIL:

Complete and mail the attached registration form and include your check or money order for the total registration fee amount in US dollars made payable to the Safety Council of Greater St. Louis (Please note For ITSC Registration on your check), or provide your MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express information.

Mail to:

Safety Council of Greater St. Louis

1015 Locust, Suite 902

St. Louis, MO63101-0902

Attention: Fatima Custovic

314-621-9200

BY FAX:

Complete and fax the attached registration form, complete with your MasterCard, Visa, Discover, or American Express information. All transaction documents are received in a secure room meeting HIPAA compliance requirements.

Fax securely to:

ITSC c/o Safety Council of Greater St. Louis

314-621-9204

BY TELEPHONE/FAX:

If you prefer not to fax your credit card information, you may complete and fax the form without the credit card information and call your credit card information to the Safety Council of Greater St. Louis. Ask to register for the 2006 ITSC.

Fax to:

ITSC c/o Safety Council of Greater St. Louis

314-621-9204

Call:

Safety Council of Greater St. Louis

314-621-9200

Payment must accompany your registration form. Registrations will not be processed without payment. Due to reservation commitments, only a 50% refund can be given for cancellations after August 17, 2007.

Questions regarding registration may be directed to Fatima Custovic at 314-621-9200.

2007 ITSC

INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS

SAFETY CONFERENCE

(One registrant per page)

Please Type or Print Neatly & Clearly

First NameMI Last Name

Name to appear on badge Company Name

Title

Mailing Address

City State or Province Postal CodeCountry

Email Address (to send confirmation of receipt and additional pre-conference information)

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On or before 8/17/07: After 8/17/07:

Conference Registration:$350.00 $ 450.00

BeaverIslandState ParkGolf Course X $20 $ $

You can also pay for golf at the course, as long as you have reserved a spot with Brian Wiedower (913 315-8631, or ).

Additional Guests for

Top of the Falls: X $40: $ $

Total Amount: $ $

Guest(s) names:

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