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Nine of the 12 states plus the District of Columbia comprising the Transportation and Climate Initiative (TCI) announced that over the next year they will collaborate on forming a regional low-carbon transportation policy. According to the TCI, the intent of the policy is to cap and reduce carbon emissions from the combustion of transportation fuels […]
Yes, we know you’re busy. Work is crazy, and holiday obligations are stacking up. If you’re tempted to find more time in your day by cutting down on sleep, you might want to think again. Get the facts here and share them with your employees.
Under the used oil management rules at 40 CFR 279.22(d), upon detection of a release of used oil to the environment (e.g. soil) that is not subject to the underground storage tank requirements of 40 CFR 280, generators of used oil must (among other requirements) “clean up and manage properly the released used oil and […]
Back to Basics is a weekly feature that highlights important but possibly overlooked information that any EHS professional should know. This week, we examine how to prevent worker exposure to mold. There are many hazards in the workplace, but one of the most insidious is mold. Exposure to mold and fungus can lead to health problems for […]
The federal government has revised its Common Rule, a 2005 policy for the protection of human subjects who participate in federally funded research. The revisions are being incorporated into the regulatory provisions of 16 federal agencies and will become effective January 19, 2018, except for a provision covering cooperative research, which takes effect January 20, […]
On May 8-12, OSHA will hold its fourth annual National Fall Prevention Stand-Down. Aimed at raising awareness of fall hazards in the construction industry, OSHA describes the event as “an opportunity for employers to have a conversation with employees about hazards, protective methods, and the company’s safety policies and goals.” Keep reading to find out […]
California’s program to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from major stationary sources withstood a legal challenge from industry when the 3rd Appellate District, a state Court of Appeal, ruled that auctions allowed by the cap-and-trade provision of the program do not constitute an unauthorized tax.
The insurance company Safety National rewards policy holders for reducing hazards with grants for creative risk solutions. This year’s first-place grant of $10,000 went to a nonprofit public agency that provides insurance to schools. The funds will be used to purchase garbage can assistive lifting devices to reduce injuries for custodial staff who empty garbage […]