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When hazardous materials are improperly labeled or misunderstood, the results can be disastrous. For safety professionals, this challenge becomes even more pressing with evolving regulatory standards. OSHA's recent updates to its Hazard Communication Standard, effective July 19, 2024, introduce critical changes. These revisions don’t just impact U.S. industries; they also ripple across borders, affecting Canada’s Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
Hazardous material incidents can occur without warning, threatening employee safety, community well-being, and the environment. Custom crisis simulations provide a proactive solution by focusing on the most likely risks an organization may face. In this article, we’ll explore why customized crisis simulations are critical, how they tackle industry-specific challenges, and how one company's specialized solutions can help organizations stay prepared for real-world emergencies.
Handling hazardous chemicals has always been high-stakes. But with OSHA’s 2024 updates to the Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom), staying compliant just became even more critical. These updates not only target compliance but also redefine how the gas industry must classify, label, and handle its materials.
Running a business that deals with hazardous materials comes with a host of responsibilities. Regulatory compliance is crucial, but focusing solely on meeting legal requirements may leave significant operational and financial benefits untapped. What if you could reduce costly workplace incidents, lower your insurance premiums, and improve employee retention—all through comprehensive hazmat training?
At the recent CHEMTREC Summit, experts from various sectors convened to discuss the pressing issues surrounding lithium battery emergency response, transport, and storage. The panel, moderated by Hazmat Safety Consulting, featured distinguished speakers including John Redman from General Motors (formerly Toyota) , Mike Pagel from Hazmat Safety Consulting, Allison Norris from Lockheed Martin, and Kevin Leary from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Their insights illuminated the latest developments and regulatory challenges in the field.
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