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Updated: California DTSC's List of Planned Hazardous Waste Rule Updates

6/18/2025

Updated: California DTSC's List of Planned Hazardous Waste Rule Updates

Update: Since sharing a list of hazardous waste rulemaking actions prioritized for 2025 last month, California DTSC has proposed three rules to revise the state regulations for waste generators.
Ohio Nitric Oxide Release: US CSB Opens Investigation

6/16/2025

Ohio Nitric Oxide Release: US CSB Opens Investigation

The US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) opened an investigation into a release of nitric acid and nitrogen oxide gas that occurred at an explosives manufacturing plant in Ohio.
Over One Million Lithium Battery Power Banks Recalled

6/13/2025

Over One Million Lithium Battery Power Banks Recalled

The manufacturer has received 19 reports of fires and explosions, including two reports of minor burn injuries and 11 reports of property damage totaling over $60,700.
TSCA Updates: Reporting Deadline Moved for 16 Chemicals

6/13/2025

TSCA Updates: Reporting Deadline Moved for 16 Chemicals

EPA moved the deadline for chemical manufacturers to report unpublished health and safety data about 16 chemicals, including vinyl chloride, until May 22, 2026. 
Fatal Metal Treatment Facility Explosion: CSB Final Report

6/12/2025

Fatal Metal Treatment Facility Explosion: CSB Final Report

The US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) issued its final report following an investigation of an incident that occurred May 30, 2024, at a metal treatment facility in Tennessee.
US DOT Hazmat Registration Due June 30

6/11/2025

US DOT Hazmat Registration Due June 30

Shippers or carriers must register with DOT by June 30 annually if they offer/transport any load that requires a placard.
PHMSA Targets Burdensome Hazmat Rules for Fuels

6/10/2025

PHMSA Targets Burdensome Hazmat Rules for Fuels

Until August 4, PHMSA will accept public comments about requirements in the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) that pose unjustified burdens on the production and transportation of domestic energy products in the US.
Will OSHA Accept Injury & Illness Forms Made by Software?

6/4/2025

Will OSHA Accept Injury & Illness Forms Made by Software?

The OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping regulations direct employers to record specific information about certain incidents using Forms 300, 300A, and 301—or equivalent forms. A recent letter of interpretation offers insight about what "equivalent form" really means.
DOT to Revise Rulemaking and Enforcement Procedures

6/3/2025

DOT to Revise Rulemaking and Enforcement Procedures

US DOT has proposed updating internal agency policies and procedures for issuing new rules, releasing guidance documents, and conducting enforcement activity. Public comments are due by June 16, 2025. 
Quick Quiz: EH&S News of the Week

5/29/2025

Quick Quiz: EH&S News of the Week

Test your knowledge relating to recent EH&S news—or use this quiz to stay sharp.

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