Expert insight and advice on sustainability, environmental, health and safety issues, including the latest regulatory updates.
The metals industry in California is currently the focus of aggressive rule-making by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). Is your facility prepared to comply with the new regulations?
Read MoreIn response to market needs, CDP is taking a sector-focused approach to disclosure and scoring in 2018 for climate change, forests, and water requests. Deadlines have now been extended for both the investor and supply chain program participants.
Read MoreComplying with OSHA’s Respirable Crystalline Silica Rule starts with a thorough and manageable sampling plan. Learn more in Trent Blake’s article on OSHA's Silica Rule, published in Foundry Management & Technology's Foundry Magazine.
Read MoreWorking in the summer heat can create a variety of health conditions. Here are a few hot tips to help keep you safe, healthy and productive!
Read MoreTo remain competitive in today’s marketplace with robotic automation, production capabilities, cost, quality, and safety all must be taken into consideration.
Read MoreWorkplace violence is a growing threat in the United States. Active shooter events are also an increasing threat to businesses, schools and other organizations. Workplace violence preparedness and active shooter response plans can save lives. Does your organization have the right training in place?
Read MoreDriving habits in work zones play a major role in employee safety. In recognition of Work Zone Awareness Week, please review these facts from the Federal Highway Administration and consider your driving habits in Work Zones.
Read MoreOSHA has issued a final rule to protect workers by limiting their exposure to beryllium and beryllium compounds in an effort to prevent chronic beryllium disease and lung cancer. Beryllium is a recognized health hazard. Learn who is most at risk and when this new rule takes effect.
Read MoreAre You Now Required to Report Non-Financial Information? Non-Financial Information may be buried in a periodic financial report like a 10-K, but often, key metrics are disclosed in a standalone Sustainability Report. Evaluate the implications of Directive 2014/95/EU on your company.
Read MoreThe new ISO 45001 Standard for Occupational Health and Management Systems will assist organizations with improving employee safety, reducing workplace risks and creating overall healthier and safer working conditions. Learn the benefits of becoming certified in ISO 45001 and transitioning to ISO 14001:2015.
Read MoreAn Indiana Bill (HB 1096) on Stormwater Management, has passed the House and is going for a vote in the Senate. Learn more about how this bill prohibits cities and other local governments with separate storm sewers (MS4) from having more stringent Stormwater requirements than the Indiana State rule of 1 acre.
Read MoreThe U.S. EPA said that the 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule will not be applicable for two years while it works to repeal and replace the Obama-era clean water regulation. Learn more about how the rule redefines the federal government's power over small waterways.
Read MoreOSHA has increased the civil penalty amounts for violations of workplace safety and health standards in 2018, raising the rates by two percent from last year. We have included OSHA’s 2018 rates for each type of violation.
Read MoreThe final vote on the ISO 45001 Health and Safety standard passed at the end of January with 93% in favor of passage. ISO 45001 will replace OHSAS 18001 and is an Integrated Management Standard, aligned with ISOs 9001 & 14001. For more information please contact us.
Read MoreImportant Clean Air Action: The U.S. EPA withdrew the “once-in-always-in” policy under the CAA which required major sources to comply with MACT standards. Under the new policy, a facility can be reclassified as a smaller area source and as a result be subject to less stringent requirements.
Read MoreStart off the new year by resolving to make your workplace more sustainable by implementing green-procurement policies or assisting with sustainability reporting. KERAMIDA’s GRI and CDP training courses provide the skills you need to turn these resolutions into real impact.
Read MoreThe idea of combining brownfield redevelopment with ESG investing through equity-based crowdfunding has sparked a lot of excitement. This idea brings together environmentally and socially motivated investors with potential projects that transform blighted neighborhoods into healthy communities.
Read MoreThe U.S. EPA has made changes to the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) reporting format. Since OSHA adopted the Global Harmonization of Systems (GHS) protocol, the EPA has updated their hazardous chemical inventory reporting requirements to match this standard.
Read More2016 OSHA 300A forms are due by December 15, 2017. OSHA electronic reporting can be complicated and confusing, so our experts are here to assist you in properly reporting workplace injuries and illnesses.
Read MoreEnhanced Reductive Dechlorination (ERD) is a remediation approach applied to groundwater at cVOC impacted sites - most commonly former dry cleaner or manufacturing sites with PCE or TCE contamination. Learn more about this effective groundwater remediation solution.
Read MoreKERAMIDA Inc. is a Global Sustainability, Environmental, Health & Safety, and Remediation Consulting and Engineering firm. With offices in Indiana, Illinois, Pennsylvania, NYC, and California, our engineers, scientists, and planners are able to provide comprehensive environmental compliance, health & safety, sustainability, and remediation services for clients worldwide.
