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As the TRI reporting season approaches, it is important to discuss the addition of PFAS to the TRI list over the past few years. The EPA added 176 poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the Toxic Release Inventory chemical list in June of 2020 and has subsequently added more in 2021 and 2022 for a ...

Permitting is an effective way of enforcing Clean Air Act (CAA) regulations for various facilities. One of the major ways to enforce these regulations is through the Title V operating permit. If you are looking for a rundown on everything Title V along with some helpful improvement and streamlining ...

As an EHS professional, you should be familiar with various steps that are involved in the Tier II reporting process. Whether you have been completing Tier II reports for years or you are still learning the process, it is important to understand your calculation options and choose the right maximum ...

Tier II reporting is used by the EPA to track and enforce rules related to the storing of hazardous materials in your facility. Housing hazardous chemicals in your facility can pose an immense risk to your workers, the environment, and surrounding communities. It is essential to track all your ...

Keeping the public safe from hazardous waste releases is a top priority for regulators everywhere. Having laws that control hazardous waste release is the best way to protect the environment and the public. As a facility owner or operator, you need to consider environmental protection when you are ...

Air Compliance is an essential part of facility management. Your facility may already have elaborate systems in place to manage your air emissions, but most facilities do not consider emissions that come from waste at all when it comes to their air reporting. Industrial waste management practices ...

Knowing if you are one of the many facilities required to file a Biennial Hazardous Waste Report with the EPA is not necessarily a straightforward affair. The characteristics that determine if you need to submit a hazardous waste report are filled with tricky conditions, making it somewhat ...

Integrating pollution prevention into your industrial waste management system is essential for not only preventing land and air contamination but also reducing the burdens, liabilities, and organizational risks associated with waste management. Facility managers, state regulators, and members of ...

Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBSOs) are recorded observations to improve worker safety and reduce risk. BBSOs typically involve managers and other appointed observers watching tasks and operations while making notes and suggestions to improve safety. Additionally, workers can also submit ...