On January 3, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the automatic addition of nine per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to the list of 196 PFAS already covered by the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI). Under the framework of the Fiscal Year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the automatic addition of nine PFAS to […]
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OSHA’s Proposed Heat Stress Standard (29 CFR 1910.148)
On July 2, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released its proposed standard 29 Code of Federal Regulations 1910.148: “Heat Injury and Illness Prevention.” The proposed standard will apply to employers in general industry, construction, maritime, and agriculture sectors for work performed indoors and outdoors that would result in employee exposure at or […]
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TRI Update – PFAS will Impact TRI Reporting for Next Report Cycle
As most of us know, the TRI reporting cycle for RY23 closed on July 1, 2024. However, a recent regulatory change will impact the TRI reporting of PFAS for next year and TRI reporters should understand how this may impact their reporting obligations. In November, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designated PFAS subject […]
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Ensuring Workplace Safety: Navigating the EPA’s New Standards for Methylene Chloride
On May 8, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule targeting the hazardous health risks posed by Methylene Chloride. The mandate prohibits all consumer applications (e.g., paint and coating strippers) and most commercial uses of Methylene Chloride. It mandates enhanced safety protocols for workers under a Workplace Chemical Protection Program (WCPP) […]
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EnSafe Welcomes John Knopf, CSP, as our New Corporate Safety Director
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of John Knopf, CSP as the new Corporate Safety Director at EnSafe. Boasting a distinguished 30-year career in Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability across various industries, John is a highly skilled professional with a dedicated focus on people and safety. As Corporate Safety Director, John will spearhead our […]
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