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Announcing the EPA’s e-Manifest Final Third Rule
The EPA Administrator finalized an amendment to hazardous waste manifest regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) with the e-Manifest Third Final Rule. This amendment is designed to encourage hazardous waste generators to adopt the electronic Hazardous Waste Manifest system (e-Manifest) to enhance compliance monitoring and improve access to information availability.
Navigating Safety: Ensuring DOT/FMCSA Compliance for Companies
In the fast-paced world of transportation and logistics, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s a necessity. With the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) enforcing stringent regulations, compliance is not optional. Failure to adhere to these regulations not only poses a risk to the safety of your workforce and the public but also invites hefty fines and potential business disruptions. This is where Hellman & Associates steps in. With our expertise in outsourced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) compliance management, we keep your vehicles on the road, ensuring your operations remain safe, efficient, and compliant.
Leveraging Technology for Safety Hazard Management
In today’s fast-paced industrial environment, ensuring workplace safety is a top priority. Companies must navigate an intricate landscape of regulations, hazards, and risks to protect their employees and maintain operational efficiency. Traditional methods of managing hazards, often relying on paper-based systems, can be cumbersome, inefficient, and prone to errors. Enter the EHS Gateway’s Safety Action Item List—a digital tool designed to streamline the management of safety hazards, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of safety. The Safety Action Item List, along with our EHS Gateway platform, is included in your Compliance as a Service (CaaS) program at no additional cost.
OSHA Proposed Heat Stress Standards
Just in time for the predicted hot summer, OSHA released its long-anticipated heat stress standard. It is a broad standard that, if finalized, will apply
Summer Safety: Enhancing Process Safety Management Systems in Warmer Months
As the temperatures rise and industries ramp up their operations during the summer months, it’s crucial to pay attention to process safety management (PSM) systems.
How to Select the Right Respiratory Protection
Across all facilities, ensuring the safety and health of workers in environments with potential airborne contaminants is paramount. Respiratory protection is a critical component of workplace safety, designed to protect employees from inhaling harmful substances that can cause severe health issues. This comprehensive guide covers the basics of selecting the right respiratory protection, from identifying air contaminants to choosing the appropriate respirator.
Is Whac-a-Mole Rampant in Your Safety Culture?
Make sure your safety culture is not a game of Whac-A-Mole! The classic arcade game, Whac-A-Mole, is a great example of a game that simulates
Toxic Release Inventory Reporting Process and Considerations
If you manufacture, process or otherwise use EPCRA Section 313 chemicals, then the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) report may apply to your facility. In this article, we will cover the reporting criteria and process, exemptions, how to gather information, common pitfalls, EPA and state reporting, and penalties.
What is Industrial Hygiene?
We get this question frequently “what is industrial hygiene?” The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines Industrial hygiene as “that science and art devoted
New Hire Orientation Safety training
Starting a new job can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the various hazards that may be in the workplace. With over 30
Empowering Employees: The Impact of Effective Safety & Health Training
In the dynamic landscape of modern workplaces, where regulatory requirements evolve and employee safety remains paramount, the importance of effective safety and health training cannot