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Wood Rot Fungi – Investigations & Implications Bios
Key Note Speaker
Steve Quarles, University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Steve Quarles works for the University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources where he is a Cooperative Extension Advisor focusing on Wood Performance and Durability. He is responsible for the development and implementation of the outreach and applied research program on durability issues related to the in-service performance of wood and wood-based products and wood-framed structures.
Steve joined the University of California in 1985, and was hired as a Cooperative Extension Advisor in 2000. Prior to accepting the position in Cooperative Extension, he headed the Wood Building Research Program and the Service to Industry Program at the UC Forest Products Laboratory, where is was involved in numerous projects related to the performance of wood-based products in service. He has organized and taught numerous seminars that focused on the performance of wood-based materials and wood-frame structures.
Publications
Barbara A. Trenary, Trenary & Associates
Industrial Hygienist
Barbara A. Trenary, CIH, is an expert Certified Industrial Hygienist with more than 25 years of experience. The senior technical and operations management positions that Ms. Trenary has held at four Fortune 400 companies have instilled technical accuracy, value engineering, and broad perspective to her work. She specializes in indoor air quality (IAQ), fungal (mold) assessments, comprehensive industrial hygiene, environmental remediation management, and emergency preparedness. She also provides IH and Hazcom training for a broad range of work environments.
Ms. Trenary has provided IH program evaluation, environmental project management, anthrax sampling, and waste handling services for the DOE and DOD. Her private sector experience base includes field work and consulting related to IAQ in large buildings and homes, at major environmental remediation sites, and for the manufacturing, construction, aircraft maintenance, oil refining, steel, wood treatment, chemical, and pesticide industries. She has extensive project management and litigation support experience in mold, asbestos, lead (and other heavy metals), and volatile organic compounds. She has trained over 1000 students in Hazardous Worker Operations (HAZWOPER) and chemical handling classes.
Ms. Trenary has been continuously certified in the comprehensive practice of industrial hygiene since 1987. She holds a B.S. degree from Colorado State University in Industrial Hygiene (concentration in chemistry). Ms. Trenary has held positions as President of Nuclear Operations for American Ecology, Health and Safety Manager at Hewlett Packard, Manager of EH&S at Morrison Knudsen and Fluor Daniel, and Chief Operating Officer of the largest industrial hygiene firm in Seattle.
Jeffrey G. Frank, Foster Pepper
Practice Groups
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Industry Groups
Practice Summary
Construction and Condominium Law: Represents owners, developers, design professionals, and general contractors in construction disputes, claim avoidance, property damage claims, and litigation. Has tried cases involving delay and extra work claims, inadequate design, bid protests, construction defect and mold claims.
Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Represents wood and paper product companies, manufacturers, associations, and professional firms. Has tried cases involving real estate purchase and sale agreements, commercial lease disputes, and wood product facilities. Has acted as arbitrator or mediator in construction-related claims and commercial contract disputes.
Publications
- The State of the State: An Interview With Chief Justice Alexander, Attorney General McKenna, and 2005-06 WSBA President Taylor
- Interviewer, Washington State Bar News - October 2006
- There Are Better Ways To Assure a Fair and Impartial Judiciary
- Author, King County Bar Bulletin - August 2006
- Daubert, Frye and Other Challenges to Expert Testimony in Mold and Construction Defect Cases
- Co-Author, Mealey's Litigation Report - 2003
- The Mold Rush Represents A New Litigation Gold Rush
- Author, Tort Talk, Puget Sound Business Journal - 2002
- Building Code Inspections No Defense for Contractors
- Co-Author, Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce - 2000
Recent Presentations
- ADR in Construction Defects
- Speaker, Mealey's Pacific Northwest Construction Defect Conference - June 2006
- Condominium Act and Recent Developments
- Panelist, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Construction Section Seminar - February 2005
- High Exposure and High Profile Litigation
- Chair and Moderator, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers Annual Convention - July 2004
Craig Bennion, Cozen O'Connor
Craig Bennion joined the firm's Seattle office in September 1985 and concentrates his practice in first and third party insurance coverage analysis and declaratory judgment litigation. He handles complex coverage cases involving earth movement, water damage, construction defect, business interruption, computer damage and electronic loss, and self-insurance issues. He also handles claims for personal and advertising injury, employment-related matters, professional errors and omissions, directors and officers liability, and excess/primary issues.
Craig is a member of the Washington State and American Bar Associations. He is the author of an article titled, "New Protection for California Instream Water Uses," published in Volume 3 of the Stanford Environmental Law Annual.
Craig received his bachelor of arts degree at Wesleyan University in 1977 and earned his law degree at Stanford University Law School in 1980. From 1980-1982, he served as a law clerk to the Hon. Judge Barbara Durham, Washington Court of Appeals. He is admitted to practice in Washington.
Ahmed Jaddi, CASE Forensics Corporation
Ahmed Jaddi is a Senior Structural Engineer with a Master of Science degree in Civil and Structural Engineering, Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, and Bachelor of Science degree in Physics. He is a Registered Professional, and Civil / Structural Engineer in six states.
Mr. Jaddi has professional experience in structural design, failure analysis, and construction project management and administration. He has prepared designs and conducted reviews for a variety of residential, commercial and mixed use structures, including custom homes, as well as 250-1200 car parking facilities.
Mr. Jaddi conducts field investigations for the purpose of assessment, and the formulation of repair options and designs for damage resulting from structural failure, as well as natural and man made causes. He is experienced in determining damage caused by structural failure, foundation failure, water intrusion, and construction design. In addition, he has experience with building materials failure including inspection and testing of exterior siding products.
- Structural Failure Analysis
- Foundation Failure Analysis
- Water Intrusion
- Construction Design
- Building Materials Failures, Inspection and Testing
- Exterior Siding Products
Certifications / Education
- M.S. in Civil / Structural Engineering, Columbia University, New York
- B.S. in Civil Engineering, Osmania University, India
- B.S. in Physics, Osmania University, India
- Registered Professional Structural Engineer, state of Arizona
- Registered Professional Civil / Structural Engineer, state of Colorado
- Registered Professional Civil / Structural Engineer, state of Idaho
- Registered Professional Civil / Structural Engineer, state of Montana
- Registered Professional Civil / Structural Engineer, state of Oregon
- Registered Professional Civil / Structural Engineer, state of Washington
Jeff Harris, CASE Forensics Corporation
Jeff Harris is a Senior Investigator and Design Architect. He is a Licensed Architect in the states of Hawaii, Oregon and Washington, with a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, UT. He has over 20 years proven experience with design phases and design team leadership on a variety of projects.
Mr. Harris conducts field investigations for damage assessment resulting from fires, water intrusion, construction defect, materials defect and natural causes. He provides architectural consultation for failure analysis, code review, repair design and analysis, and drawing review. He provides engineering support for roof, foundation, retaining wall, driveway, and parking lot problems.
Mr. Harris is a Certified EIFS 3rd Party Inspector. He is experienced with water intrusion and mold damage involving EIFS and stucco siding, insulation, windows, doors and roofs. He has worked with construction and design elements involving masonry, portland cement, steel, wood frame, timber, stone, ceramic, metal finishes and waterproofing.
Mr. Harris has experience with commercial retail, hospitality, single and multi-family residential, office interior and medical facility construction. He is proficient with AutoCAD 2007.
- Drawing Review
- Architectural Consultation
- Structural Failure Analysis
- Site Analysis
- Water Intrusion
- Construction Defect
- Materials Defect
- Code Analysis
- Repair Design and Analysis
Certifications / Education
- Master of Architecture, University of Utah
- B.A in Anthropology, University of Utah
- Architect's License, state of HI
- Architect's License, state of OR
- Architect's License, state of Washington
- EIFS 3rd Party Inspector Certification, Active Inspector / Moisture Analysis, Exterior Design Institute
Scott Thomas, CASE Forensics Corporation
Mr. Thomas is a Licensed Civil Engineer in California, Oregon and Washington, with experience involving structural and building envelope failure, causation analysis, damage assessment, technical support, construction management and construction cost analysis. In addition to forensic investigations, he specializes in providing repair design and cost analysis for building repair estimates.
Mr. Thomas provides engineering support for roof, foundation and retaining wall problems. He is a Certified EIFS 3rd Party Inspector. He conducts on site investigations of exterior building envelopes and roof membranes for water intrusion and resulting damage. He is experienced with water intrusion and mold damage involving EIFS, Stucco, vinyl and wood siding, as well as, windows, doors and roof material. In addition, he performs post-inspection and damage assessment of commercial and residential buildings damaged by fire and seismic activity, and conducts code investigations.
Mr. Thomas provides engineering support to the insurance and legal industries for construction defect litigation.
- Property Claims, Structural Failures and Construction Issues
- Structural Failure Analysis
- Structural Analysis
- Exterior Siding Products: EIFS, Stucco, Vinyl and Wood
- Water Intrusion and Mold Evaluation
- Seismic Damage Assessment
- Code Research
Certifications / Education
- B.S. in Structural Engineering, University of California
- Registered Professional Civil Engineer, state of CA
- Registered Professional Civil Engineer, state of OR
- Registered Professional Civil Engineer, state of WA
- WABO/ICBO Special Inspector, Reinforced Concrete
- Relocatable Building Field Inspector
- ACI Field Technician, Grade I
- Active Inspector / Moisture Analysis, EIFS 3rd Party Inspector Certification, Exterior Design Institute
Patrick Farrell, CASE Forensics Corporation
Mr. Farrell is a Senior Structural Engineer with over 14 years experience in structural design, analysis and evaluation. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Colorado. Mr. Farrell conducts field investigations for the purpose of damage assessment and the development of repair options for damages resulting from structural failure, building component failure, construction defects, and water intrusion. He has experience with a variety of commercial buildings as well as single and multi-family residential buildings. He also possesses project management and construction administration experience. Mr. Farrell has managed projects from conceptualization and development of construction documents through to the completion of construction. He is experienced in the use of structural modeling software, such as Ram Integrated System, SAP, RISA 3D, AutoCAD, and ETABS. Major Farrell has been active as an Engineer officer in the US Army Reserves for over 14 years, serving two tours of Active Duty overseas in support of the Global War on Terrorism.
- Failure Analysis
- Water Intrusion Investigations
- Damage Assessment
- Construction Defect Investigations
- Building Component Testing
- Shoring and Repair Design
- Building Code Review
- Construction Standards Review
- Construction Document Review
- Reconstruction Permit Packages
Certifications / Education
- B.S. in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Cornell University
- Registered Professional Engineer, State of Colorado
- Structural Condition Assessment, American Society of Civil Engineers
- Expectations of an Engineering Witness, Expert Witness Practices Seminar, ACEC/CO Expert Witness Certification Program
- How to Effectively Manage Construction Disputes, Lorman Education Services
Warren Harris, CASE Forensics Corporation
Mr. Harris is a Senior Forensic Chemist with a background in chemistry, geology and mechanics. He specializes in laboratory characterization of unknowns, and their potential sources, including chemical analysis of fire debris. During his fourteen-year tenure as a Senior Forensic Chemist, he has conducted laboratory investigations designed to determine the causation of failures involving processes, consumer products, materials and construction system failures. Specific forensic investigations include determining the cause of failures of adhesives, coatings, concretes, plastics, metals (corrosion), wood, plaster, glass textiles, oils and other materials. Mr. Harris' approach to forensic investigations combines his experiences and skills obtained in evidence collection, literary research, and specialized laboratory techniques to determine causes of material failures. He has a working knowledge of most scientific instrumentation, wet chemical, microscopy and spectroscopic techniques. Mr. Harris provides testing, consulting, and expert witness testimony.
- Laboratory Characterization Of Unknowns
- Chemical Analysis Of Fire Debris
Certification / Education
- B.S. in Geology and Chemistry,Eastern NM University
- A.A. in Geology, University of Maryland
- Polymers & Coatings, California Polytechnic State University
- Applied FTIR Molecular Spectroscopy, Arizona State University
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