Changes may soon be coming to chemical facilities and oil refineries. Under new instructions issued in the final days of the Obama administration, these operations could see closer attention from inspectors. Changes to OSHA Programs The directive labeled “PSM (Process Safety Management) Covered Chemical Facilities National Emphasis Program” was released on January 23rd. According to…
Just recently the Tidan Group was fined almost 1 million dollars for failing to comply to PCB regulations. They plead guilty to numerous charges totaling to 52. The Tidan Group is comprised of seven different companies. The regulations were put in place in 1999 by the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. In summation, it’s a regulation…
Time and time again, we hear news about chemical fires, explosions, leaks, or other hazards. Educating the public, as well as those who work with chemicals on a daily basis, is likely the best way to avoid dangerous mishaps involving potentially hazardous and toxic substances. Some chemicals are relatively safe to use in almost any environment.…
Following the correct procedure when it comes to the handling and use of potentially hazardous chemicals is vitally important in workplace safety. Here as US Hazmat Rentals, we want you to be prepared and vigilant so that your employees and company can remain unharmed during a possible chemical emergency. Although we hope an emergency never…
Chemical production companies have been operating under the cautious hand of government policy for years. Meant to keep the public and environment safe, these measures ensure that businesses and corporations are held responsible for any actions that may be seen as careless or dangerous. Companies that violate or fail to meet industry standards are punished with…
Chemical Explosions and How to Prevent Them These videos are eye-opening, and we recommend watching them with discretion. Below we have some of the most devastating chemical explosions in recent history. These are the unfortunate outcome of misappropriated resources, reluctance to use advanced technology available (that is constantly being improved upon), and some managerial mistakes.…
Storage risks associated with nuclear energy and the waste that it produces has been a point of concern for many environmentalists and energy experts. The risks associated with this energy source are well-documented. Examples include Three Mile Island, Chernobyl, Fukushima, and most recently, the WIPP breach. While each disaster was to some degree attributed to…
OSHA finds Flammable Chemicals at Cosmetic Company PhytogenX Inc. is a cosmetic manufacturing company in Morgantown Pennsylvania. On Wednesday, June 8th, OSHA visited the company for an inspection after being notified that an employee had a finger amputated by one of the machines. During the inspection OSHA issued the cosmetic company 10 citations, totaling to…
The sheriff’s department in Conyers, GA is currently investigating a chemical fire that broke out over the weekend at Biolab Inc. Manufacturing facility on Old Covington Highway. The company manufacturers pool chemicals, the chemical in question being chlorine. A nearby resident smelled the chemical fire and alerted the authorities who arrived on scene to find…
Chemical Storage Safety is our Objective US Hazmat Rentals is a nationwide leader in safe chemical storage. We provide strong and durable chemical storage lockers that are specifically designed for proper storage of hazardous or combustible materials. Our buildings are made in many sizes and can be customized for your individual needs. Whether you only…