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Confused? It’s not surprising considering that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has revised its hazardous material regulations (HMRs) for shipping lithium cells and batteries several times over the past 2 years. The DOT has added Proper Shipping Names and Identification Numbers to the Hazardous Materials Table (HMT) and revised packaging, including labeling, requirements for […]
Environmental groups, states, health institutions, and even some power companies that support the federal Clean Power Plan (CPP) are discovering how difficult it is to keep the rule alive when the very agency that wrote it is committed to wiping it off the books.
Yesterday we took a look at some recent environmental enforcement actions, one of which resulted in a fine of over $1 million. Today we’re reporting on five more recent enforcement actions, ranging from tank violations to water permitting problems.
The two primary hazards associated with flammable and combustible liquids are fires and explosions, either of which could injure or kill scores of employees and do major damage to your facility. But flammable and combustible liquids can be hazardous in other ways, as well. Some vapors are toxic, and splashes on the skin or in […]
Does your written HazCom plan include all the information required by OSHA? Here’s a quick review of essential content. A hazard communication plan doesn’t have to be long or spell out your program in detail, but it must be well thought out, clear, and comprehensive. Your written HazCom plan is the first thing a compliance […]
The Road to Zero Coalition, managed by the National Safety Council (NSC), has announced three additional recipients of the second annual Safe System Innovation Grants through the Road to Zero initiative.
In a proposal that will likely be viewed by the new administration as another attack by the Obama administration on fossil fuels, the EPA is seeking to add natural gas processing (NGP) facilities to the industrial sectors that must report under Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA), better known as […]
Holiday decorations provide seasonal cheer around the home, but they can also be hazardous. So can holiday stress. Use only UL-approved electrical decorations and extension cords. Inspect all lights and cords before use. Keep your tree and other decorations away from heat sources. Water your tree frequently to prevent its drying out and becoming a […]
In early February 2018, the EPA released its environmental enforcement results for 2017. The data revealed shifts in emphasis, the number of civil and criminal actions initiated, and how the EPA views its own enforcement role in relation to enforcement undertaken by the states.
There are many points to consider when deciding whether to use recycled water for your facility operations. These include: The cost of water Quality constraints when reusing on-site wastewater Growing recognition of the value of reclaimed water Community and employee outreach Join us on Tuesday, March 3, for a webinar that will help you decide […]