2027 Annual CUPA Training Conference
Join us March 15-18, 2027 for the 29th Annual CUPA Training Conference at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport in Burlingame, California. The CUPA Conference offers four days of training and networking events, bringing together thousands of regulators, technical experts, inspectors, and industry representatives to exchange knowledge and explore the latest developments in CUPA programs statewide. This is a great opportunity to build relationships and stay up-to-date on environmental compliance and hazardous materials management issues in California. The conference offers many ways to participate whether as an attendee, exhibitor, or speaker. Registration will be open soon.
Free Training for Businesses
LAFD CUPA provides free training on an annual basis for businesses that generate hazardous waste. These training events are designed to help business owners, operators, and employees better understand applicable regulatory requirements and learn how to properly manage hazardous waste. Participants also gain practical guidance on maintaining compliance and avoiding common violations.
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Past Events:
May 27, 2026
This event was held at the LA Center Studios with over 200 attendees. NES, Inc provided a 4-hour hazardous waste training program along with regulatory updates from DTSC and inspection tips from LAFD CUPA.
CalCUPA LMS
The CalCUPA Learning Management System (LMS) is an online educational platform operated by the CalCUPA Forum and is designed for regulators and industry professionals who handle hazardous materials and waste in California. The CalCUPA LMS provides access to 100+ on-demand courses on various Unified Program topics and the opportunity to earn REHS and ICC CEU's.
Yearly access can be purchased or comes complimentary with registration to the Annual CUPA Conference.
Free Basics of Hazardous Waste Industry Training (4-hr video)
DTSC Training and Assistance Unit
The DTSC Training and Assistance Unit develops hazardous waste training curriculum and provides support in hazardous waste management.
For questions or training requests, email DTSC_CUPATrainers@dtsc.ca.gov.