by Beth | Jan 3, 2019 | Regulation Updates
Washington has seen a dramatic shift in oil transportation recently, both in the types of oil and in the locations where large quantities of oil are transported. These changes affect the risks associated with oil transportation. Many communities don’t have...
by Julie Gehlen | Dec 17, 2018 | Regulation Updates
Decontamination is a vital part in any emergency response effort. You never know what you may have come in contact with that can affect not only your health, but the health of those around you. For decontamination to be effective, preparedness is the key. It is...
by Beth | Nov 17, 2018 | Regulation Updates
Restrictions on outdoor burning and the use of uncertified wood burning stoves and fireplaces begins at 10 a.m., Sunday, November 18, 2018. The ban will remain in place until further notice. Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency is issuing the “Stage 1 Burn...
by Julie Gehlen | Nov 13, 2018 | Regulation Updates
OSHA has scheduled a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for March 2019 in regards to the agencies intention of updating the current Hazard Communication Standard. The current standard, which is derived from the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of...
by Julie Gehlen | Nov 7, 2018 | Regulation Updates
The U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that it will begin using electronically submitted Form 300A injury data from CY 2016 to target manufacturing and non-manufacturing employers with high injury rates for...
by Julie Gehlen | Oct 16, 2018 | Regulation Updates
In September the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final fees rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) that took effect on October 1, 2018. TSCA provides the EPA with the authority to require payment from chemical manufacturers. Fees...
