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Compliance Archives - September 2017

Is Your Site Natural Disaster Ready?

9/11/2017

Is Your Site Natural Disaster Ready?

When natural disasters strike, EHS professionals have a responsibility to keep employees safe and protect their facilities. Already this summer, we’ve seen Hurricane Harvey disrupt the petrochemical industry in Texas and Hurricane Irma devastate the Caribbean and South Florida.  
 
Clean Air Act Rules for VOCs from Commercial Products

9/11/2017

Clean Air Act Rules for VOCs from Commercial Products

In order to control the concentration of ozone in ground-level atmosphere, the Clear Air Act (CAA) requires the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to study the effect of consumer and commercial products that emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in relation to those emissions’ potential to affect ozone buildup in the ambient air.
 
First Responders File Suit Against Texas Chemical Company

9/11/2017

First Responders File Suit Against Texas Chemical Company

Seven individuals who responded to the flooded organic peroxides plant in Crosby, TX during Hurricane Harvey have now filed suit against the global chemical company that owns the facility. 
2 New PHMSA Hazmat Interpretations for August 2017

9/11/2017

2 New PHMSA Hazmat Interpretations for August 2017

Last month, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration issued two hazmat interpretations of interest to shippers, freight forwarders, and carriers.
 
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 9/5

9/5/2017

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 9/5

In this week’s EPA Enforcement Roundup, the former owner of a Cleveland electro-plating facility is wanted for allegedly drilling holes in tanks of hazardous chemicals in an effort to sabotage the plant. Also, NYC will pay EPA for CERCLA hazardous substance cleanup, and a Massachusetts meat facility will pay six figures for Clean Air Act and EPCRA violations. 
Are Employers Required to Cover Costs of Voluntary Respirator Use?

9/5/2017

Are Employers Required to Cover Costs of Voluntary Respirator Use?

If the level of air contaminants in the workplace is irritating, but not dangerously high, employees may choose to wear respirators even when not required. Even when respirator use is completely voluntary, employers and employees still must follow OSHA rules to ensure that respirators are used properly.
 
RCRA and DOT Hazmat Training in North Jersey

9/5/2017

RCRA and DOT Hazmat Training in North Jersey

2 Days, 2 Certificates, Only 2 weeks left—Join us at the North Jersey Training Center for 2 days of expert training to meet both US DOT hazmat and RCRA hazardous waste training mandates. Reserve your seat now to maintain your DOT hazmat and RCRA certifications, earn CEUs, and get unmatched resources and 365 days of Membership for ongoing compliance support.
Postponed: Houston and Baton Rouge Hazmat Training

9/1/2017

Postponed: Houston and Baton Rouge Hazmat Training

Due to extreme weather and flooding in the greater Houston area, Lion Technology announced today that its 49 CFR, IATA, and IMDG hazmat training workshops in Houston and Baton Rouge have been rescheduled.

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Lion was very extensive. There was a lot of things that were covered that were actually pertaining to what I do and work with. Great Job. I will be coming back in three years!

Tony Petrik

Hazmat Shipping Professional

The instructor had knowledge of regulations and understanding of real-world situations. The presentation style was engaging and fostered a positive atmosphere for information sharing.

Linda Arlen

Safety & Environmental Compliance Officer

The training was impressive. I am not a fan of online training but this was put together very well. I would recommend Lion to others.

Donnie James

Quality Manager

The instructor was excellent. They knew all of the material without having to read from a notepad or computer.

Gary Hartzell

Warehouse Supervisor

The instructor's energy, enthusiasm, and knowledge of the subject make the class a great learning experience!

Brian Martinez

Warehouse Operator

Energetic/enthusiastic! Made training enjoyable, understandable and fun!

Amanda Walsh

Hazardous Waste Professional

My experience with Lion training, both online and in the classroom, is that they are far better organized and provide a better sequential explanation of the material.

Robert Roose

Manager, Dangerous Goods Transportation

Very well structured, comprehensive, and comparable to live training seminars I've participated in previously. I will recommend the online course to other colleagues with training requirement needs.

Neil Luciano

EHS Manager

Well designed and thorough program. Excellent summary of requirements with references. Inclusion of regulations in hard copy form, as well as full electronic with state pertinent regulations included is a great bonus!

Oscar Fisher

EHS Manager

I can take what I learned in this workshop and apply it to everyday work and relate it to my activities.

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