e-Manifests: User Fees Finalized
The EPA has announced the user fees that will be in effect from June 30, 2018 (the launch date of the new e-Manifest system) through September 30, 2019.
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5 More Steps to a Better Safety Program
Previously, our experts offered the first 5 steps toward using leading indicators to build a forward-looking safety effort. Today, they offer the additional steps needed to carry it out and evaluate the results. In yesterday’s Advisor, we began to describe a 10_point program to orient your organization to looking at safety from a leading indicator […]
See EPA’s Proposed Review Plan for TSCA Confidential Business Information
In its latest action to implement the 2016 amendments to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), the EPA has proposed regulations under which it will review claims by businesses that information about chemical substances on the confidential portion of the TSCA Inventory must be protected from disclosure to the public.
Hazmat Training Guidance from PHMSA
Hazmat transportation regulations require employee training and establish the basic rules for educating employees. But its up to you to determine training needs and set up an effective training program. To help employers meet employee training requirements under the hazmat transportation regulations, DOT’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) periodically publishes guidance materials. Here […]
Will States Step Up Environmental Enforcement?
Businesses in the United States may be breathing a sigh of relief with the Trump administration’s lack of enthusiasm to enforce the nation’s environmental regulations. But will environment, health, and safety (EHS) managers face increased pressure from states to stay in compliance? Let’s take a look at how a key organization views the issue.
Stormwater Permits Can Incorporate Green Infrastructure
EHSDA Song of the Week: New Year
As we wrap up the first week of 2024, it’s time to put the holiday celebrations and time off behind us and look ahead to the new year. To help you kick start your safety endeavors, EHS Daily Advisor’s Song of the Week is a short blast of indie rock awesomeness from the Breeders, appropriately […]
Fatality at Refinery Leads to Citations for Owner, Contractor
OSHA investigators found multiple safety violations at a South Dakota ethanol refinery expansion project after a 38-year-old pipefitter suffered fatal burn injuries when ethanol spilled from a process pipe he was working on and was ignited by flames from nearby welding operations.
EPA Agrees to Improve Grants Management
In a new report, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) states that EPA’s discretionary grants program needs improvement in several areas.
Free Crisis Hotline Opened for Those Affected by California Wildfires
As a result of the devastating wildfires blazing through southern California, Morneau Shepell has opened its 24/7 crisis support hotline to help anyone affected by the natural disaster.