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Detecting PCBs in Building Materials to Protect the Public, Workers and the Environment

In the United States, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) were manufactured from 1929 until production was banned in 1979. Due to their non-flammability, chemical stability, high boiling point and electrical insulating properties, PCBs were used in hundreds of industrial and commercial applications. Unfortunately, PCBs have also been identified as probable human carcinogens and may also cause a ...

Mar. 9, 2020

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

Workers in Certain Occupations in Puerto Rico at Increased Risk of Fentanyl Exposure

The National Center for Health Statistics reports that as recently as 2017, there were over 70,200 drug overdose deaths in the United States. The agency also states that the rate of drug overdose deaths involving synthetic opioids other than methadone (drugs such as fentanyl, fentanyl analogs and tramadol) increased by 45% between 2016 and 2017. According to a PBS News Hour article from earlier ...

Sep. 23, 2019

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

Smiths Detection Inc. opens new Technology Studio to showcase cutting-edge security solutions at its Americas headquarters

Smith Detection Inc. (SDI) announces the creation of a new Technology Studio at its Americas headquarters, located in Edgewood, Maryland. It was established to demonstrate the company’s range of cutting-edge screening and detection solutions, as well as provide a venue to showcase innovative digital concepts to customers and partners. Shan Hood, President of SDI, said: “The new ...

Sep. 16, 2019

By Smiths Detection Inc.

New PCB Regulations Coming Soon for Demolition Companies Operating in the San Francisco Bay Area

New demolition regulations are coming soon for businesses involved with demolition activities in seven counties surrounding San Francisco Bay. Effective July 1st, 2019, companies involved with the demolition of buildings constructed between 1950 and 1980 will face new regulations concerning polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) as part of the demolition permit application process. These new changes ...

Apr. 8, 2019

By Cochrane & Associates, LLC

Protecting the Workforce of the World`s Largest Chemical Producer

Background: The largest chemical producer in the world is comprised of subsidiaries and joint ventures in more than 80 countries, operating six integrated production sites and 390 other production sites in Europe, Asia, Australia, the Americas and Africa. At approximately 50 acres in size, with 11 main production facilities and around 600 employees, the site in Northern England is one of the ...

Sep. 25, 2018

By Hughes Safety Showers - A Justrite Group Company

Metrohm Mira DS: Identification of white powder narcotics at the touch of a screen

Metrohm is excited to offer Mira DS, a robust handheld Raman analyzer for Defense and Security. Mira DS permits safe and accurate identification of complex white powder street drugs by any user, anywhere. Identification begins with Smart Acquire and succeeds through Mixture Matching to internal Illicit Libraries. Mira DS supplies immediate information for fast decisions in critical ...

Jul. 29, 2018

By Metrohm AG

Identifying Indoor Exposure Risks to Pesticides in Puerto Rico

A recent survey found that 75% of U.S. households used at least one pesticide product indoors during the past year. The majority of these are insecticides and disinfectants. The use of these products has certainly been a familiar scene in Puerto Rico over the past few months as families and businesses deal with the widespread property damage and cleanup activities caused by Hurricanes Maria and ...

Nov. 20, 2017

By Zimmetry Environmental

EPA Proposes Procedures to Prioritize Chemicals for Risk Evaluation under TSCA

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed on January 17, 2017, procedures to establish the risk-based screening process and criteria that EPA will use to identify chemical substances under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) as either High-Priority Substances for risk evaluation, or Low-Priority Substances for which risk evaluations are not warranted at the time. 82 Fed. Reg. ...

Jan. 18, 2017

By Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.

Protecting workers in industries that utilize cobalt and cobalt compounds

Last month, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released the 14th Report on Carcinogens (RoC). It contained newly reviewed substances that are known or reasonably anticipated to cause cancer in humans. Included in this list was the metallic element cobalt and cobalt compounds that release cobalt ions in vivo. According to the National Toxicology Program (NTP), the interagency ...

Dec. 8, 2016

By Clark Seif Clark Inc.

50 Years of WTW at the IFAT

System 282/284 live and up close The presentation of our new system 282/284 was a complete success. The first hands-on experience for the visitors of our booth resulted in positive feedback throughout. The clear display, the easy menu guide and the standard integrated USB interface and internal data memory make this new monitor a highly sophisticated system. If you connect up to 4 sensors, a ...

Jun. 15, 2016

By WTW - a xylem brand

50 Years of WTW at the IFAT

The history of the IFAT began in 1966 with 147 exhibitors and 10,200 visitors. 50 years later, these numbers are quite a bit more impressive: As a world fair for environmental technoloqy, the IFAT welcomed 138,000 visitors from 170 countries between May 30 and June 3. WTW was an exhibitor fifty years ago and has been every year since. In our booth, together with our sister company MJK under the ...

Jun. 15, 2016

By WTW - a xylem brand

EPA Settles Chemical Safety Violations with Owner, Operator of Six Natural Gas Processing Plants

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced its settlement for alleged environmental violations by the owner and operator of five natural gas processing plants in McKean and Warren Counties, Pa. and one in Putnam County, W.Va. All six of the natural gas operations have come into compliance with risk management and chemical safety requirements that will better protect the health and safety ...

Nov. 19, 2015

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

EPA to Begin Site Investigation at Superfund Site in Windham, ME

Starting the week of October 26th, the US EPA will initiate a further investigation of the Keddy Mill Superfund Site in Windham, Maine to determine current site conditions. This investigation is known as a Remedial Investigation (RI). The RI will primarily include collection and analysis of samples from soil, surface water, sediments, groundwater and fish tissue. This investigation will identify ...

Oct. 26, 2015

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

JRC-IRMM releases certified reference materials for the content of perfluoroalkyl substances in fish tissue and drinking water

Two new, certified reference materials (CRMs) have been produced for perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) in fish tissue and drinking water. The CRMs will provide traceability and comparability of analytical results for the analytes. These measurements are particularly relevant in the fields of environmental and food analysis because of the high persistence and hazardous biological effects of PFASs. ...

Oct. 23, 2015

By European Commission, Joint Research Centre (JRC)

U.S. Finalizes Settlement with Georgia-Based Millard Refrigerated Services over Ammonia Release that Sickened Workers Responding to BP Oil Spill

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) today announced a final settlement with Millard Refrigerated Services that resolves alleged violations of the Clean Air Act, Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act and Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act for an airborne release of ammonia from Millard’s ...

Jun. 2, 2015

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

EHS This Week: California’s Water Restrictions, NIOSH Wants Smoke-Free Workplaces, Changes to Britain’s Mine Safety Rules and More!

On this week’s edition of EHS This Week we’ve got the week’s top stories in environment, health and safety news: California’s New Mandatory Water Restrictions NIOSH Wants to Mandate Smoke-Free Workplaces Controversial Changes to Britain’s Mine Safety Rules Identifying Hazardous Substances Workers May Be Exposed to in the Workplace Listen to the full podcast ...

Apr. 10, 2015

By Intelex Technologies Inc.

EPA requires Phoenix facility to safely handle hazardous waste

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently fined World Resources Company $39,900 for violations of hazardous waste laws. World Resources, located in Tolleson, Ariz. uses manufactured residues to produce metal concentrates and was fined $39,900 for violations of hazardous waste regulations. In this case, the violations stemmed from improper shipment of hazardous wastes. World Resources ...

Feb. 20, 2015

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

EPA protects central Arizona tribal lands by requiring safe handling of hazardous waste and pesticides

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently fined Triax Turbine Components for violations of the hazardous waste law and, in a separate action, Hill Brothers Chemical Company for violations of pesticides law. These actions support EPA‘s commitment to protecting public health and the environment in Indian Country. Triax Turbine, a manufacturer of turbine parts, was fined $12,000 for ...

Nov. 25, 2014

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

Latest Revision to ASTM Environmental Site Assessment Standard Utilized in EPA Final Rule - E1527 Describes Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment Process

On Dec. 30, 2013, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency published a final rule that utilizes the latest version of ASTM International standard E1527-13, Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process, in the performance of “all appropriate inquiries” when conducting environmental site assessments. The EPA’s final rule, which went ...

Feb. 28, 2014

By ASTM International

Shreveport Plant Installs Fence-line Monitors to Safeguard Workers and Local Community

Calumet Shreveport Lubricant and Waxes, L.L.C., plant will expand a fence-line monitoring system to increase awareness of toxic air releases. The crude refinery and petroleum products facility will also pay a civil penalty of $326,000 to settle nine violations of the Clean Air Act’s (CAA) Risk Management Program uncovered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). From Aug. 15-18, ...

Nov. 6, 2013

By US EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

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