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I'm grateful for the opportunities I've had (and have yet to come) to speak at a few annual conferences in April and May. Grateful because it gives me a chance to learn more about the regulations as I dig deeper into a specific topic and then new audiences to deliver them to. If you don't meet me at one of the professional conferences, how about scheduling Onsite Training, attending a Seminar, or sitting in on a Webinar? You can learn more about all of my training options - and a lot more - in this newsletter.
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What's Wrong With This Picture? 
You'll have to click on the link to see for yourself, but it's something I saw while traveling recently and was fortunate enough to get a picture of. Hint: It's a violation of the motor vehicle placarding requirements of the HMR. See what my thousand words sayabout this picture. |
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EPA Requirements for the Packaging, Labeling, & Marking of Haz Waste for Off-Site Transportation 
While the USDOT/PHMSA has primary authority for the transportation of hazardous waste, the USEPA has their own regulations as well. Read this article to ensure you know what the EPA requires for the off-site transportation of hazardous waste. More... |
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 Deadline of May 21st for CMV Drivers to Have Valid Medical Card Signed by a Medical Examiner |
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State Specific Regulations
This Month: Texas!
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When to Make Amendments to the RCRA Contingency Plan
The series continues. In this, the sixth installment I'll explain what conditions require a revision to the Contingency Plan. Don't forget that in the last installment we learned that you must provide updated copies of the Plan to external authorities when revisions such as these have been made.
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Shipper's Certification on a HazMat Shipping Paper
If you've signed a HazMat shipping paper you've seen it but maybe never read it. Read here what it means to sign your name to the certification statement on a HazMat shipping paper. More...
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Training Options
- Seminar Training (see my schedule above).
- Onsite Training
- Self-Guided Training
- Web-Based Training
- Hosted Training
Contact me for a free consultation of your training needs.
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Correcting Mistakes on the Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest
A correction can be made to mistakes on the UHWM, but by whom and how depends on when the mistake is found. Read here to learn how to make corrections to the Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest.
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 The RCRA Exclusion From the Definition of Solid Waste
Instead of the usual text-heavy article, I offer a concise explanation of this exclusion from regulation in the form of a Power Point presentation. Take just a few moments to review this regulation.
40 CFR 261.4(a)(1) - Domestic Sewage Exclusion
You may be interested in viewing this and other presentations directly on SlideShare.
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More State Specific Regulations
This Month: Iowa!
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 Check this out! TCEQ e-Mail Updates The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) provides regular updates on the status of its regulations; whether proposed, considered, or just seeking more information. Stay informed of everything the TCEQ has in the works. Subscribe to the TCEQ Rules e-Mail Updates. |
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Status of the Solvent Wipes Exclusion in Your State 
What will your state do with about this conditional exclusion from RCRA regulation published by USEPA? Adopt it "as is"? Reject it outright? Find a third way? And what are you to do while your state makes up its mind? Read this article to see if your state has taken a position. If you don't see anything for your state, ask me.
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From the Archives: Training Requirements for Handlers of Universal Waste
While universal waste handlers don't have the same training requirements as hazardous waste generators, they do have some. And you can't afford to just ignore them. Read this article from August of 2012 to ensure your personnel have received the necessary training.
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What's Coming Down the Pipeline?
Hazardous waste management in the retail sector (still!). Adoption of PHMSA Special Permits into regulations. What else is in store for the regulations in the months ahead? Read about them - and more - in the Federal Register. More...
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Check this out too! Guidebook for Area Contingency Plans Created by USEPA, it's a guide for the creation of an Area Contingency Plan to be used by local and regional emergency planners. More... |
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Are you a HazMat Employer?
It can be simple and it can be complicated. But understanding who meets the USDOT/PHMSA definition of a HazMat Employer is a vital step in determining the HazMat Employee training requirements of 49 CFR 172, Subpart H. Read here to learn if you are a HazMat Employer.
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Upcoming Training Seminars in your area
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"Change your ways when fear seizes, for it usually means you are doing something wrong."
- Kapugen, the hunter
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Three hours to compliance!
Click on the link to learn more or to register for Web-Based Training. |
A Testimonial from
Seminar Training
"The training was spot on and informative."
- Don Walters, Archroma in Martin, SC
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Something New for Some Old Things!
I am now archiving my old newsletters. Feel free to browse past volumes for more helpful information.
March 2014
January/February 2014
November/December 2013
October-13
September-13
August-13
July-13
June-13
May-13
April-13, vol. 2
April-13, vol. 1
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Do you Need a Speaker for the Next Meeting of Your Organization?
I'm available to speak on a variety of regulatory topics at the next meeting of your professional organization.
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Are State-Certified Labs Required for the Hazardous Waste Determination?
Are state-certified labs required for your hazardous waste determination? Wisconsin & Texas: yes. Missouri: no. Contact me to add your state to the database: State-certified labs. |
in Your Area
Onsite Training has been keeping me very busy the past few months. There's no onsite training job too big, too small, or too remote for me to handle.
April 16 in Northbrook, IL
May 7 in Ontario, CA
May 9 in Cut Off, LA
May 30 in St. Louis, MO
...and more to schedule.
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Free Training Provided by the PHMSA
This is too good to pass up! I know I will make at least one of these FREE seminars and workshops by the PHMSA. What about you?
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