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Compliance Archives - May 2016

Electroplating Operator Indicted for RCRA Storage Violations

5/31/2016

Electroplating Operator Indicted for RCRA Storage Violations

The former operator of a now-closed electroplating facility in Cedar Falls, IA has been indicted by a Federal grand jury on one count of unlawful storage of hazardous waste stemming from the discovery of drums of toxic and corrosive waste stored at the facility after it closed.
Texas Adds New RCRA Hazardous Waste Rules

5/31/2016

Texas Adds New RCRA Hazardous Waste Rules

On May 6, 2016, TCEQ adopted a new Final Rule to bring Texas’ hazardous waste rules up-to-date with Federal RCRA regulations.
What EHS Pros Should Know for Summer 2016

5/31/2016

What EHS Pros Should Know for Summer 2016

Summer 2016 will bring major changes for hazmat shippers, hazardous waste professionals, and safety managers nationwide. Below is a quick snapshot of some major compliance updates, deadlines, and new rulemakings to be aware of now that beach season is officially underway!
Hazmat & RCRA Regulatory Agendas Announced

5/27/2016

Hazmat & RCRA Regulatory Agendas Announced

Twice a year, US regulatory agencies post Agendas that give us a look at what they have planned for industry in the near (and not-so-near) future. The Spring Agenda was released this month and lays out plans for new regulations, amendments to the current rules, and more.  
TSCA Reform Passes US House 403-12

5/26/2016

TSCA Reform Passes US House 403-12

The US House of Representatives approved legislation this week to overhaul the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) chemical management, reporting, and recordkeeping regulations. The nearly unanimous decision to pass TSCA reform in the House (the Bill passed 403 to 12) comes after lawmakers agreed on key points of the legislation earlier this month. The Senate is expected to follow suit and pass the bill as well.
RCRA Hazardous Waste ID in 3 Steps: Trichloroethylene

5/24/2016

RCRA Hazardous Waste ID in 3 Steps: Trichloroethylene

In order to dispose of any RCRA hazardous waste, generators must assign the proper “waste codes.” RCRA wastes codes are alphanumeric indicators that provide specific information about how a waste should be treated to make it safe for disposal. Assigning waste codes is a complex—and absolutely crucial—part of managing hazardous waste... 
Final Rule: PHMSA Restricts E-Cigs on Airplanes

5/19/2016

Final Rule: PHMSA Restricts E-Cigs on Airplanes

The US DOT posted a Final Rule to today’s Federal Register to prohibit electronic smoking devices (“vape pens,” e-cigs, e-hookahs, e-pipes, etc.) in checked baggage aboard an airplane. The Rule also prohibits charging e-cigs while on a plane. Electronic “smoking” or “vaping” devices will still be allowed in carry-on baggage. 
Classifying Hazmat Mixtures (On the Dark Side)

5/17/2016

Classifying Hazmat Mixtures (On the Dark Side)

Darth Vader needs your help classifying a toxic mixture to ship from his Death Star! Use the simple trick in this post to calculate LD50 without testing your material on animals...
2 Northeast Firms Pay Big RCRA Hazardous Waste Settlements

5/13/2016

2 Northeast Firms Pay Big RCRA Hazardous Waste Settlements

In a pair of press releases on May 12, US EPA announced that two companies will settle allegations that the firms failed to comply with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste regulations.
Final Rule: OSHA Injury and Illness e-Reporting to Start in 2017

5/12/2016

Final Rule: OSHA Injury and Illness e-Reporting to Start in 2017

In today’s Federal Register, OSHA posted a Final Rule that requires employers to file annual electronic reports of injury and illness data.  OSHA plans to publish the injury and illness data it receives on a public website—but will not publish personal identifying information about individual employees. 

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