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Appeals from the petroleum industry notwithstanding, the EPA recently announced that it will continue to take action to “significantly increase the 2020 U.S. biofuel mandate.” One promised action is rulemaking to streamline labeling and “remove other barriers” to the sale of E15, a fuel comprising 85 percent (%) conventional gasoline and 15% ethanol.
Where do the candidates stand on EHS issues? Issue: Oil Production – ANWR By Nancy W. Teolis, J.D., BLR Expert nteolis@blr.com Barack Obama: Opposes drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and is “committed to balancing environmental protection with development that means preserving sensitive public lands from exploration, like the Arctic National Wildlife […]
As a new administration arrives in Washington, D.C., few things are certain except that 2021 is sure to be an eventful year.
Educating the Educators Community college Maine: EPA Region 1 RCRA violation: During a compliance evaluation conducted by EPA regional staff, EPA’s inspectors identified multiple RCRA violations and state Hazardous Waste Management Rules, which govern the safe storage and handling of hazardous wastes. Penalty: $238,000 fine Third Time’s a Fine! Fuel company Baltimore, Maryland: EPA Region […]
Do you know what the requirements are for OSHA’s workplace posters? How often do they change? Do they vary from state to state? Can you post them electronically? Where can you get them?
Diana Peroni has worked in the EHS field for over 25 years. She started in public health before transitioning to working as an industrial hygienist after completing graduate school. As an industrial hygienist, she primarily has worked on supporting research labs as a contractor at NASA and a National Lab. For the last 13 years, […]
Controlling combustible dust hazards is essential for preventing catastrophic accidents, and control begins with assessment and training. OSHA says that facilities that may have combustible dust hazards should carefully identify the following in order to assess their potential for dust explosions: Materials that can be combustible when finely divided Processes which use, consume, or produce […]
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) announced a competition for programmers to develop artificial intelligence (AI) capable of analyzing safety reports and assigning occupational safety and health classification codes. Submissions are due by November 21.