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Coast Guard Issues Lithium Battery Safety Alert

3/14/2022

Coast Guard Issues Lithium Battery Safety Alert

Following what the US Coast Guard called a “potentially catastrophic” hazmat fire, the Agency issued a warning for shippers and industry stakeholders about the importance of following lithium battery shipping regulations.
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 3/14

3/14/2022

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 3/14

In this week's Roundup, a major oil company will undertake $118 million in site upgrades to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Plus, a public utility provider must remediate residential sites after allegedly distributing contaminated soil.
Chicago Hazmat & RCRA Training Starts April 4

3/8/2022

Chicago Hazmat & RCRA Training Starts April 4

Updated workshops for hazardous waste professionals and hazmat ground & air shippers start April 4 in Chicago. 
Update | EPA Extends Compliance Date for TSCA PIP 3:1 Prohibition

3/8/2022

Update | EPA Extends Compliance Date for TSCA PIP 3:1 Prohibition

Update 03/08/22: US EPA again extended the compliance date for the prohibition on processing and distribution-in-commerce of PIP (3:1), PIP (3:1)-containing articles, and the PIP (3:1) used to make those articles.
Update | Revised TSCA Risk Determination for PV29 Drafted

3/7/2022

Update | Revised TSCA Risk Determination for PV29 Drafted

Under the revised risk determination, EPA takes a “whole chemical approach” to manage the risks posed by Pigment Violet 29 (PV29).
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 3/7

3/7/2022

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 3/7

In this week's Roundup, a retailer agrees to a $3.94 million settlement to resolve allegations of improper hazardous waste management. Plus, an automobile manufacturer must develop a plan to minimize hazardous air pollutant emissions.
EPA and Army to Host 10 Waters of the US Roundtable Discussions

3/7/2022

EPA and Army to Host 10 Waters of the US Roundtable Discussions

On February 24, EPA announced that the Agency will host 10 roundtables in conjunction with US Department of the Army to discuss implementation of Waters of the United States (WOTUS).
PHMSA Seeks Input Before International DG Meetings

3/4/2022

PHMSA Seeks Input Before International DG Meetings

About two weeks before each international meeting, DOT will hold virtual listening sessions with hazardous materials shippers and other stakeholders to solicit input on rule proposals under consideration.
Quick Quiz: 2020 RCRA Biennial Report Data

3/1/2022

Quick Quiz: 2020 RCRA Biennial Report Data

Test your knowledge of hazardous waste activity in the US, based on Biennial Report data US EPA collected in 2020. 
EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 2/28

2/28/2022

EPA Enforcement Roundup: Week of 2/28

In this week's Roundup, a steel manufacturer pays a $3 million civil penalty after an alleged discharge of contaminated wastewater. Plus, an oil refinery agrees to a  $12,500 civil penalty for alleged chemical reporting violations.

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