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Don't Get Creative with RCRA Waste Markings

6/17/2022

Don't Get Creative with RCRA Waste Markings

Recently in Texas, an oil refinery was penalized for a handful of alleged hazardous waste violations. One violation that stands out as especially avoidable concerns the wording used on a container holding universal waste.
Quick Quiz: A Hazmat Father's Day

6/17/2022

Quick Quiz: A Hazmat Father's Day

To celebrate Father’s Day, this short quiz highlights contributions made to hazardous materials training and emergency response by a man sometimes called the Father of Modern Hazmat Thinking—Ludwig Benner Jr.
CSB Shares Chemical Release Incident Data

6/16/2022

CSB Shares Chemical Release Incident Data

The US Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) recently shared a list of accidental chemical releases reported since March 23, 2020—the date a new reporting requirement took effect. 
Illinois Bans Burning of PFAS

6/14/2022

Illinois Bans Burning of PFAS

On June 8, 2022, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill prohibiting the incineration of any perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including fire-fighting foams, effective immediately.
Can I Use the ORM-D and Limited Quantity Markings Together?

6/14/2022

Can I Use the ORM-D and Limited Quantity Markings Together?

Although the ORM-D designation was phased out on January 1, 2021, many shippers still wonder how to move forward. PHMSA recently responded one question: does the ORM-D marking have to be removed entirely from a package label or can it appear in addition to the required limited quantity marking?
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/13

6/13/2022

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/13

In this week's Roundup, a chemical company pays $110 million in site improvements following Clean Air Act violations. Plus, a dental equipment provider allegedly produced and sold two disinfectants not approved by EPA.
Omaha Chemical Plant Fire Under Investigation

6/6/2022

Omaha Chemical Plant Fire Under Investigation

An explosive fire at a chemical facility in downtown Omaha, NE sparked evacuations and community concerns last week. What began as a fire on May 30 resulted in a series of explosions, which shot columns of black smoke into the air.
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/6

6/6/2022

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/6

In this week's Roundup, a metal finishing facility exceeds the storage time limit for a small quantity generator. Plus, a water supplier will pay $300K for alleged Clean Water Act violations.
USPS Revises Publication 52 Hazmat Postal Regulations

6/6/2022

USPS Revises Publication 52 Hazmat Postal Regulations

The US Postal Service has revised its regulations to require separation of hazardous materials from other mail and add restrictions for pre-owned, damaged, or defective electronic devices containing or packed with lithium batteries.
Seatbelt Recall Impacts 200,000 Hyundai Vehicles

6/3/2022

Seatbelt Recall Impacts 200,000 Hyundai Vehicles

To ensure safe transportation of the recalled parts, car dealerships and service shops must recognize that seatbelt pretensioners are regulated as hazardous materials in transportation.  

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