EPA Proposes Change to Hazardous Waste Classification

Hazardous Waste Classification

In March, the EPA issued a proposed rule that would reclassify used aerosol cans from a hazardous waste to a universal waste. Currently, most waste aerosol cans that are not empty are regulated as hazardous waste because they exhibit a hazardous characteristic, such as ignitability, or because they contain an RCRA-listed chemical substance. Currently, used […]

Breathe Easy: Global Asbestos Awareness Week

Asbestos Exposure Management

The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization’s 14th Annual Global Asbestos Awareness Week takes place April 1-7, 2018. The week is dedicated to raising awareness and correcting misconceptions about asbestos, with the goal of banning the mining and use of asbestos, preventing asbestos exposure, strengthening laws and regulations, and fostering international partnerships. How does asbestos affect workers? Both the U.S. […]

OH Software Helps Your Company Manage Ergonomic Risk

OH Software Helps Your Company Manage Ergonomic Risk

Ergonomics are a major concern for any business whose employees work on-site. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) account for 33% of workers’ compensation costs, and many of these injuries could be prevented with proper workplace ergonomics. It’s not just about safety management, either. Uncomfortable work conditions lower employee productivity and morale. OH software helps your company provide a safe […]

Social and Environmental Impact Measurement and Reporting – Research Insights

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Cority recently conducted an extensive piece of research on social and environmental impact reporting. There has been an increasing maturity and awareness of sustainability issues and their potential risk to businesses and communities. Thus, there is an emerging trend in this area of company reporting. With so much information available, it is not always clear […]

How Dirty Is Your EHSQ Data?

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Your boss’ boss needs some EHSQ data stat and you go into a panic thinking, “well, I have that information in my system, but can I trust it?” Your mind begins to wonder about the data you’re going to have to provide. You ask yourself: How reliable is it? How long do I have to […]

Safety Incident Tracking Software Offers Companies Many Benefits

Safety Incident Tracking Software

Companies across the board are required to track the number, type, and nature of incidents occurring in the workplace. Safety Incident Management software is an integral component of managing the overall health and wellness of employees within a company. Safety incident tracking software can go a long way towards enabling organizations to collate, manage, and […]