Tag: Emergency Planning Response

Tips for Speaking to the Press After an Environmental Emergency

By Clare Condon Nov 30, 2012 Emergency Preparedness and Response

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

Luckily, no one is seriously injured and the facility and community emergency response plan work smoothly and efficiently. But you get “burned” in the press for the incident. Sound familiar? The media will play an important role in monitoring Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) releases. First of all, media representatives are likely to […]

Nonpetroleum Oils and Your SPCC Plan

By Clare Condon Nov 22, 2012 Special Topics in Environmental Management

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

What Types of Oil Are Included in the SPCC Plan?

By Clare Condon Nov 21, 2012 Special Topics in Environmental Management

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

Response Criteria for Oil Spill Contingency Plans

By Clare Condon Nov 7, 2012 Special Topics in Environmental Management

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

Are You Prepared for an SPCC Plan Inspection?

By Clare Condon Mar 12, 2012 Special Topics in Environmental Management

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

By Amanda Czepiel, J.D. BLR Legal Editor For many, that question will be answered during an EPA inspection. Your best bet to pass an SPCC plan inspection? Be prepared. EPA has been conducting SPCC plan inspections since 1973 in an effort to minimize oil spills from reaching U.S. waters, and in recent years, has stepped […]

ASSP names Safety Professional of the Year

Michelle DeFrancesco

PARK RIDGE, IL (April 22, 2024) — The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has named Matthew F. Herron its 2024 Safety Professional of the Year. The safety engineer and ergonomics specialist has been an ASSP member for 13 years and has helped advance occupational safety and health in many ways. Herron, M.S., P.E., CSP, […]

Acquisition of Young & Bertke Air Systems Company Creates Common Ownership with Anguil Environmental Systems, Inc. to Strengthen Industry Presence

Michelle DeFrancesco

Milwaukee, Wisconsin – April 16th, 2024 – Chris Anguil, President and Deborah Anguil, Chief Operating Officer of Anguil Environmental Systems Inc. (Anguil), a globally recognized leader in industrial pollution control technologies and services, proudly announce the formation of Anguil Industrial, LLC, to complete the acquisition of Young & Bertke Air Systems Company, a distinguished mechanical […]

Never Miss a Safety Deadline Again

Fool-proof your calendar with all the recurring tasks you need to accomplish throughout the year. This eBook covers: How to set yourself up for success with safety deadlines Key steps to organizing your safety calendar Recurring deadlines to be aware of on an annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly, and daily schedule Download eBook!

10 Tactics to Improve Your Safety Culture

Here’s a business case that’s hard to ignore. Did you know that strong corporate safety cultures support efforts by companies to be more profitable and achieve a better market share in the long run? That’s because weak or non-existent cultures of safety result in workplace accident cost increases, medical expenses, workers’ compensation payments, legal fines, […]

Pipeline Construction: 10 Best Practices to Promote Safety

Pipelines are the lifelines of modern infrastructure, facilitating the seamless transport of vital gases, fluids, and materials across vast distances. Yet, the journey of pipeline construction is fraught with challenges, from navigating rugged terrains to managing extreme pressures. To ensure the safety of both workers and surrounding communities, operators must adhere to rigorous best practices […]

Never Miss a Safety Deadline Again

10 Tactics to Improve Your Safety Culture

Pipeline Construction: 10 Best Practices to Promote Safety

How to Future Proof Your Safety Program

There are new strategies to enhance your safety program’s resilience against future challenges. Many industry leaders are implementing forward-thinking practices and leveraging predictive safety to prevent incidents before they occur. In fact: A predictive safety strategy can lead to a 20% increase in proactive safety interventions and a 15% reduction in near misses. Discover in […]