In this segment of our Ask The Expert series, an EHS Hero subscriber asked the question, “For TRI reports, are the quantities of a single listed toxic chemical present in two different mixtures added together for threshold determination calculations when the quantity in one mixture is below the de minimis level and the quantity in the other mixture is above the de minimis level?” In this article, you can read the answer provided by our in-house team of EHS experts.
Summer is here and it’s the perfect time for a 20-minute knowledge refresh on best practices and preventative measures you can take to protect your employees from heat stress. When employees are required to work in hot temperatures for extended periods, serious heat-related illnesses and injuries can occur. If left unchecked, heat stress can even be fatal. Employers need to ensure they are complying with all applicable regulatory requirements related to heat stress prevention, and that their workers are following best practices to stay safe as temperatures rise. Learn from EHS Senior Content Specialist Laura Brody in this information-packed, 20-minute on-demand webinar.
From seemingly small slip-ups to major hazards, most worksites have areas prone to hazards. Implementing a safety program doesn’t always happen according to plan, either. Fortunately, there are plenty of tools and resources available that can help you address the gaps in your safety program. Use these guidelines outlined in this article to review your program and plan for improvements.
EHS Compliance is very important not only to business owners and managers, but their employees, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies too. But what exactly is EHS Compliance anyway, and why and what do we need to know about it? In this article, we’ll explore that.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administers the rules and regulations that protect, preserve, and clean up the air, waterways, and land of the United States. If you generate, transport, treat, store, or dispose of hazardous waste, you will also need to comply with federal EPA training requirements and regulations. EPA training requirements focus on […]
Using our EHS Hotline tool, a subscriber asked the question, ‘Do small spray bottles of rubbing alcohol (~32 oz) and paint spray cans (12 oz) that are used in many different areas throughout the facility need to the stored in a flammable liquid cabinet(s)?’ Read on to hear the answer from EHS Hero’s subject matter experts.
Workplace emergencies and disasters can strike anywhere and at anytime, creating a variety of hazards for workers in the impacted area and bringing workplace injuries and illnesses along with them. Preparing for the worst case scenario before an emergency incident takes place is paramount to ensuring your workforce has the necessary equipment to protect themselves, knows where to go in the event of an emergency, and knows how to keep themselves safe when an emergency occurs.
If you want to progress along the path to higher levels of health and safety achievement, routine evaluation of your company’s workplace and safety practices and programs is key. Conducting self-inspections and audits is a great way to assess and address areas for improvement. A checklist is one example of a valuable tool that can be leveraged to evaluate and improve an existing system, or bridge potential compliance gaps. Regular evaluations also benefit employers by mitigating risk, preparing your workplace for an unannounced OSHA inspection, keeping your people safe, and preventing accidents. Checklists can be used by themselves, or as part of an overall compliance system. As a best practice, employers should refer to OSHA’s standards for complete, specific standards that may apply to your work situation.
As an EHS professional, what challenges must you be ready to face in 2023? Stay ahead of the curve and get a clear understanding of the upcoming EHS challenges so that you can stay in compliance and keep your workers safe. Join BLR Senior Legal Editor, Timothy Fagan, for an information-packed, 20-minute webinar providing insight into regulatory action in 2022 and what it indicates is ahead in the new year and beyond.
Conducting regular safety meetings and training is paramount in both keeping your people safe and fostering a positive workplace safety culture within your workforce. Download this complimentary calendar with a year’s worth of safety meeting topics and observances.
