Join us for a groundbreaking hybrid event where experts from UCI Health and Pomona Valley Hospital share how they are implementing AB 2975, which mandates hospitals to establish robust weapons-detection systems, trained staff, public signage, and protocols for securing patient property and managing threats.

This event offers practical insights into legislative requirements, strategic planning, technology considerations, and operational realities for improving hospital safety.

Date & Time:

Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM PT

In-Person at UCI | Zoom Option Available

Featured Speakers:

Lt. John Zumwalt, UCI Health Police & Public Safety Division

Bio:

UC Irvine Police Department Lieutenant John Zumwalt leads the UCI Health Public Safety Division, overseeing all security, law-enforcement, and emergency response operations for UCI Health. He manages a comprehensive team of sworn officers, detectives, dispatchers, public safety personnel, and administrative staff. Committed to community-oriented policing, Lt. Zumwalt drives initiatives that promote safety, prevention, education, and collaborative problem-solving across the medical center. He oversees the Security Management Plan, including 24/7 response, access control, visitor management, emergency alert systems, video surveillance, and the medical center’s canine program. He also manages the Division’s budget, hiring, and training programs; serves as liaison to executive leadership; and contributes to the Incident Response and Consultation Teams, addressing cases involving threat assessment, workplace violence, and sensitive criminal matters.

Willie Morataya, Director of Security, Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center

Biography:

Willie has had a diverse life experience, which has enabled him to pursue several successful endeavors. His educational background includes earning his Master’s Degree in Administration of Emergency Services in 2008 from California State University, Long Beach. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Studies from California State University, Long Beach, in 2006. He also has his Associate’s Degree in Social and Behavioral Science from Citrus College in Glendora. His life experience and skills bring a multitude of talents.

Willie was a Police Corporal with fourteen years of experience at the Pomona Police Department, 1996-2010. He was a Patrol Supervisor, a Supervising member of the Hostage Negotiation Team, a Field Training Officer for 8 years, a Special Events Coordinator, the Training Division Corporal, a Police Officer Recruitment/Testing Corporal, and a Background Investigations Supervisor.

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Location:

UCI Podlich Executive Conference Room, Building 54

101 City Drive, South Orange, CA 92868

Virtual Option: Zoom link provided after registration.

Cost: $30 for members | $45 for non-members

Registration Now Open!

Registration includes free parking and refreshments.

Map and escort details provided in confirmation email.

Please note: No refunds are given for cancellation or non-attendance.  If you have registered for this event and are unable to attend, please contact SCAHRM at [email protected] at least 24 hours prior to the event.

Continuing Education:

SCAHRM is approved by the California State Bar as an MCLE Multiple Activity Provider (MAP #18946) and a Continuing Education Provider by the California Board of Nursing (CEP #10552).

This activity qualifies for 2.0 BRN continuing education contact hours.  This meeting is pending approval for a total of 2.0 contact hours of Continuing Education Credit toward fulfillment of the requirements of ASHRM designations of FASHRM (Fellow) and DFASHRM (Distinguished Fellow), and towards CPHRM renewal.  No MCLE credit available for this session.