Did you know that some states have hazardous waste management regulations that are actually more stringent than the EPA? If your company handles hazardous waste, it is important that you stay educated on the most up-to-date regulations for your area…. Read More
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Guide to Hazardous Materials Packaging
Hazardous materials are just that—hazardous! As a result, it’s incredibly important to get packaging right the first time and not leave anything to chance. If you are shipping in non-bulk hazardous materials shipments, you can choose from three different types… Read More
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Creating a Hazardous Material Disaster Contingency Plan
Dealing with hazardous materials can be dangerous. You do everything you can to make sure your employees stay safe with regards to equipment and proper protective gear, but what do you do if something goes wrong? You will need to… Read More
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Transporting Your Hazardous Materials
Handling hazardous materials involves a lot of responsibilities. These materials can be hazardous to humans, animals, and the environment, and should be handled with care. As such, there are a great many regulations involved in handling and transporting hazardous waste…. Read More
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The Importance of Proper Hazardous Waste Management
Proper handling and disposal of chemical waste is critical to employee safety and environmental compliance. How can you identify the various types of hazardous waste? What is the best way to ensure that these dangerous materials are disposed of? Here… Read More
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The Anatomy of a Safety Data Sheet
The safety data sheet, or SDS, is a sheet containing hazard information for chemicals. OSHA regulations state that every hazardous chemical must have an SDS and that every container that holds a hazardous chemical must be properly labeled. The purpose… Read More
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What Are Corrosive Liquids and How Are They Hazardous?
Corrosive liquids are common in many workplaces throughout America, and keeping employees and customers safe and protected from their hazardous effects is paramount. What exactly are corrosive liquids and why are they considered so hazardous?
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The Tier II Deadline is Coming Up – Is Your Company Prepared?
Section 312 of the Emergency Planning Community Right-to-Know Act, or EPCRA, of 1986 requires companies that work with hazardous materials or dangerous chemicals submit annual reports to their State Emergency Response Commission, Local Emergency Planning Committee, and local fire departments…. Read More
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5 Reasons Why Hazardous Materials Training is a Good Idea
If your company deals with hazardous materials, it is critical that your employees know exactly how to handle and dispose of them. Federal, state, and local regulations need to be followed, but sometimes these can be obscure or unclear. Getting… Read More
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Why are Safety Data Sheets So Important?
The OSHA mandates that employees working with dangerous chemicals are trained and familiar with their particular hazards. However, there’s no way that every employee could remember every potential hazard that could result from using or mishandling a chemical – some… Read More