On October 11, 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a rule requiring that manufacturers (including importers) of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) report information related to chemical identity, use and volume since 2011. The initial reporting period begins in November 2024. This broad-reaching reporting rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), will impact […]
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ASHRAE Approves Groundbreaking New Standard
During the pandemic, many employers were faced with the daunting task of preparing their facilities for employees returning to the workplace. As we all navigated the ‘new normal’ of living and working in the COVID-19 era, controls such as social distancing, face coverings, reduced occupancy, and more frequent and robust cleaning regiments were implemented to […]
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What It Takes to Obtain a “No Further Action” Letter
For many contaminated properties, a “No Further Action” letter signifies years of continuous remediation efforts, as was the case for EnSafe’s diligent remedial efforts at a former automotive parts distribution facility since 2007. EnSafe earned a “No Further Action” letter on behalf of our client, Abston and Abston Realty, from the Tennessee Department of Environment […]
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How to Mitigate Vapor Intrusion (Part 3)
As we learned in Part 1, vapor intrusion (VI) is the migration of chemical vapors into a building from its subsurface (beneath its foundation). The vapors may originate from contamination within soil, groundwater, or other sources (for example, petroleum free product around a nearby underground storage tank). Part 2 addressed the identification of potential risks […]
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Anticipating Health Safety Hazards in Shipyard Environments
Whether you’re a contractor hired to do work at a shipyard, a shipyard employee, or a crewmember on a ship, you should be aware of the unique dangers lurking in shipyard environments. Protecting workers’ health in these distinct settings requires expertise in all areas of industrial hygiene and safety and an acute awareness of both […]
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