Indiana Stormwater Proposed Bill Goes To Senate

Indiana Stormwater Proposed Bill Goes To Senate

An Indiana Bill (HB 1096) on Stormwater Management, has passed the House and is going for a vote in the Senate. Learn more about how this bill prohibits cities and other local governments with separate storm sewers (MS4) from having more stringent Stormwater requirements than the Indiana State rule of 1 acre.

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U.S. EPA Delays Water Rule (WOTUS) for Two Years

U.S. EPA Delays Water Rule (WOTUS) for Two Years

The U.S. EPA said that the 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule will not be applicable for two years while it works to repeal and replace the Obama-era clean water regulation. Learn more about how the rule redefines the federal government's power over small waterways.

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OSHA Raises Penalties for Workplace Violations

OSHA Raises Penalties for Workplace Violations

OSHA has increased the civil penalty amounts for violations of workplace safety and health standards in 2018, raising the rates by two percent from last year. We have included OSHA’s 2018 rates for each type of violation.

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New ISO 45001 Health & Safety Management System Standard

New ISO 45001 Health & Safety Management System Standard

The final vote on the ISO 45001 Health and Safety standard passed at the end of January with 93% in favor of passage. ISO 45001 will replace OHSAS 18001 and is an Integrated Management Standard, aligned with ISOs 9001 & 14001. For more information please contact us.

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EPA Withdraws "Once In, Always In" Clean Air Act Policy

EPA Withdraws "Once In, Always In" Clean Air Act Policy

Important Clean Air Action: The U.S. EPA withdrew the “once-in-always-in” policy under the CAA which required major sources to comply with MACT standards. Under the new policy, a facility can be reclassified as a smaller area source and as a result be subject to less stringent requirements.

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Equity-based Crowdfunding for Brownfield Redevelopment

Equity-based Crowdfunding for Brownfield Redevelopment

The idea of combining brownfield redevelopment with ESG investing through equity-based crowdfunding has sparked a lot of excitement. This idea brings together environmentally and socially motivated investors with potential projects that transform blighted neighborhoods into healthy communities.

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U.S. EPA Changes EPCRA Tier II Reporting Standards

U.S. EPA Changes EPCRA Tier II Reporting Standards

The U.S. EPA has made changes to the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) reporting format. Since OSHA adopted the Global Harmonization of Systems (GHS) protocol, the EPA has updated their hazardous chemical inventory reporting requirements to match this standard.

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Groundwater Remediation by Enhanced Reductive Dechlorination

Groundwater Remediation by Enhanced Reductive Dechlorination

Enhanced Reductive Dechlorination (ERD) is a remediation approach applied to groundwater at cVOC impacted sites - most commonly former dry cleaner or manufacturing sites with PCE or TCE contamination. Learn more about this effective groundwater remediation solution.

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Mitigating the Effect of OSHA's Silica Rule

Mitigating the Effect of OSHA's Silica Rule

With 12 months remaining until the enforcement date, a large majority of foundries appear to have made no progress toward compliance – but there is a workable strategy. Learn more in Trent Blake’s article on OSHA's Silica Rule, published in Foundry Management & Technology's Foundry Magazine.

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OSHA Proposed Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Rule

OSHA Proposed Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Rule

OSHA’s proposed rule revises outdated, unnecessary, or redundant requirements that govern 18 standards concerning record keeping, general industry, maritime, and construction. The proposed revisions aim to clarify the existing Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) standard and return to the original understanding of the standard.

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RCRA Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule

RCRA Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule

U.S. EPA’s final RCRA hazardous waste generator improvements rule will include more than 60 revisions and new requirements. A major focus of the revision is to foster improved compliance with regulations and to support efficient implementation by the states. Learn more about some of the major changes.

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OSHA's Final Rule on Reporting Workplace Illness & Injury

OSHA's Final Rule on Reporting Workplace Illness & Injury

OSHA has finalized its new rule on reporting workplace illnesses and injuries. The rule states which organizations must electronically submit injury and illness information from Forms 300, 300A, and 301 to OSHA. The final rule also promotes an employee's right to report injuries and illnesses without fear of retaliation.

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Sustainability Reporting Framework Comparison

Sustainability Reporting Framework Comparison

A comparison of the four most common reporting formats is provided to assist your business in performing best practices and business standards in your industry. Contact us with any further questions or assistance regarding sustainable reporting frameworks.

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How Does the New OSHA Silica Rule Impact Your Business?

How Does the New OSHA Silica Rule Impact Your Business?

OSHA’s final Silica Rule aims to curb lung cancer, silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and kidney disease in America's workers by limiting their exposure to respirable crystalline silica. Learn more about the compliance schedules and how this rule may impact your operations.

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TSCA Chemical Data Reporting Rule Changes

TSCA Chemical Data Reporting Rule Changes

The Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) rule requires chemical substance manufacturers, producers, and importers to report information on chemical substances manufactured, produced, or imported by any single site for introduction into commerce. Learn more about the several changes contained in the 2016 CDR rule compared to the 2012 version. 

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