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Five Things to Remember About Haz Waste Piles As noted yesterday, hazardous waste piles are considered land disposal units (LDUs) by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and are regulated under the RCRA at 40 CFR 264/265. Specific regulations pertaining to hazardous waste piles are covered in Subpart L and include the following five major aspects […]
Five Things to Remember About Haz Waste Surface Impoundments The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) allows land placement of hazardous waste in nine different types of land disposal units (LDUs), but has promulgated unit-specific standards for only four, two of which are surface impoundments and waste piles. These standards are covered in 40 CFR 264/265 Subpart […]
Take a quick look at the requirements for HAZWOPER health and safety plans.
Texans Breathing Easier After Big EPA Enforcement Settlement The recent enforcement action against a Port Arthur, Texas chemical manufacturer once again proves the EPA’s dedication to getting industrial facilities to clean up their act, and their community’s air, or face penalties and costly improvements. The company, which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a […]
By Ana Ellington, Legal Editor A number of OSHA standards are cited in relation to arc flash hazards. The NFPA 70E national consensus standard is a comprehensive standard that contains detailed information on how to protect workers from arc flashes. Employers must consider and adopt NFPA 70E when employees work on an electrical system. NFPA […]
OSHA’s flammable liquids standard (29 CFR 1910.106) explains what these substances are and how to store and use them safely Since the primary hazards associated with flammable liquids are explosion and fire, the standard emphasizes construction and location of storage areas for flammable liquids to prevent buildup of hazardous vapors as well as procedures to […]
Hardly a month goes by without the EPA publishing enforcement actions against companies and individuals that have run afoul of the many regulations related to asbestos. Although most involve violations related to lack of training, lack of public notification, and other abatement-specific failures, many also cite violations of regulations protecting air and water. The Clean […]
The importance of good housekeeping to your overall operation may not be incorporated into the company’s policy or work rules, but it should at least be firmly planted in everyone’s consciousness—from the CEO to the newest hire. A clean, neat, and orderly workplace not only contributes to the health and safety of employees but also […]
