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Idaho Manufacturer Enters $151M Settlement for Alleged Environmental Violations

7/14/2023

Idaho Manufacturer Enters $151M Settlement for Alleged Environmental Violations

In this week's Roundup, we detail one company's settlement with EPA involving alleged RCRA, Clean Air Act, CERCLA, and EPCRA violations.
OSHA Targets Warehouses, Distribution, and Retail with New NEP

7/14/2023

OSHA Targets Warehouses, Distribution, and Retail with New NEP

Last week, OSHA announced a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) to prevent workplace hazards in warehouses, processing facilities, distribution centers, and high-risk retail establishments.
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 7/10

7/10/2023

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 7/10

This week's Roundup covers alleged Clean Water Act and hazardous waste management violations by facilities in West Virginia, Washington State, and Massachusetts.
Update: Revised Cal DTSC Hazardous Waste Rule Open to 15 Day Comment Period

7/7/2023

Update: Revised Cal DTSC Hazardous Waste Rule Open to 15 Day Comment Period

Update 04/15/2024: California's Department of Toxic Substances Control submitted the generator improvements rule final rulemaking package for review on March 22, 2024. If approved, the GIR will become effective in California starting July 1, 2024.
Impact of Sackett v. EPA Decision on Clean Water Act Compliance

6/27/2023

Impact of Sackett v. EPA Decision on Clean Water Act Compliance

Now that the Supreme Court has decided the case Sackett v. EPA and instructed EPA to amend its January 2023 Rule, a definition of "Waters of the United States" that sticks could arrive as early as September. 
3 Common Causes of Fireworks Transportation Incidents

6/26/2023

3 Common Causes of Fireworks Transportation Incidents

While fireworks are subject to some unique shipping requirements, the most frequent causes of fires, spills, and other incidents during transportation will be all too familiar to all hazardous materials shippers. 
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/19

6/19/2023

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 6/19

This week's Roundup includes three instances of alleged hazardous waste management violations against companies in California, Alaska, and Indiana. 
Did Your EX Approval Just Get X'd?

6/19/2023

Did Your EX Approval Just Get X'd?

PHMSA updated the HMR a few years ago to require that certain Division 1.4S explosives pass an additional UN test to remain approved for transportation in the US. Shippers who did not provide evidence of testing had approvals terminated. 
TRI Reporting Due July 1: America's Most Reported Substances

6/17/2023

TRI Reporting Due July 1: America's Most Reported Substances

Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reports are due from covered facilities by July 1. This week, we reviewed the most recently published TRI data to rank the "most released" chemicals in the US.
Quick Quiz: A Hazmat Father's Day

6/15/2023

Quick Quiz: A Hazmat Father's Day

This quiz highlights contributions to hazardous materials training and emergency response from the man many call "the Father of Modern Hazmat Thinking," Ludwig Benner Jr.

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