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Employers Face $3.5M in OSHA Fines: Cleanup Investigation Findings

7/1/2026

Employers Face $3.5M in OSHA Fines: Cleanup Investigation Findings

One million gallons of sulfuric acid spilled at a facility just outside Houston, Texas. In response, OSHA initiated three inspections. The Administration determined each company involved failed to protect workers during the cleanup.
RCRA Training: A Complete Guide for Hazardous Waste Generators

7/1/2026

RCRA Training: A Complete Guide for Hazardous Waste Generators

How to comply with Resource Conservation and Recovery Act training requirements for employees at hazardous waste generator sites.
RCRA Training Requirements for LQGs

7/1/2026

RCRA Training Requirements for LQGs

For large quantity generators (LQGs) of hazardous waste to avoid more stringent regulations for permitted hazardous waste facilities, they must comply with all provisions under 40 CFR 262.17—including LQG training requirements.
RCRA Training Requirements for SQGs

7/1/2026

RCRA Training Requirements for SQGs

If a small quantity generator site does not comply with all regulations found in 40 CFR 262.16, it may be subject to much more stringent regulations.
RCRA Training Requirements for VSQGs

7/1/2026

RCRA Training Requirements for VSQGs

While there is no explicit training requirement for very small quantity generator personnel, employees must know enough to remain in compliance with applicable regulations to avoid penalties.
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/29

6/29/2026

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/29

This Roundup highlights recent alleged hazardous waste management and Toxic Substances Control Act violations in Massachusetts, California, and South Carolina.
US EPA Aligns with HazCom, Impacts Tier II Reporting, Omits Combustible Dust

6/25/2026

US EPA Aligns with HazCom, Impacts Tier II Reporting, Omits Combustible Dust

The Agency revised the EPCRA hazard categories and the definition of hazard category. Changes go into effect August 21, 2026.
Update: California DTSC Won't Proceed With Proposed Hazardous Waste Manifest Exemption

6/18/2026

Update: California DTSC Won't Proceed With Proposed Hazardous Waste Manifest Exemption

California DTSC will not proceed with a proposed rule to add a manifest exemption for hazardous waste transported between contiguous properties under the same control.
What Is Hazardous Waste Minimization and Why Is It Required?

6/17/2026

What Is Hazardous Waste Minimization and Why Is It Required?

Avoid compliance errors and maximize the reward for compliance efforts. Read on for the two main types of waste minimization, why it is required, and the benefits of doing it well.
US EPA Releases Draft Risk Evaluation for TBBPA

6/17/2026

US EPA Releases Draft Risk Evaluation for TBBPA

US EPA recently released its draft risk evaluation of environmental and health risks posed by the TBBPA as required under the Toxic Substances Control Act. 

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