Tag: Native Americans

NIOSH Releases Plan for Addressing Native American Workplace Risks

By Guy Burdick, EHS Daily Advisor Apr 7, 2023 Personnel Safety

Updated: Apr 7, 2023

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has developed a strategic plan for addressing occupational safety and health risks faced by Native Americans and Alaska Natives, NIOSH Director John Howard, MD, announced April 4. There are nearly 3 million AI/AN workers in the United States, the institute reported in its April eNews, but […]

UST Release Reporting: How to Know What to Do and When

By Clare Condon Mar 13, 2012 Hazardous and Solid Waste

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

Immediately After Release If you suspect that a release may have occurred, you must immediately notify your state or local implementing agency. If the tank is in territory controlled by Native Americans, you must contact the EPA regional UST program office. Quick action on your part can minimize the extent of environmental damage and the […]