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[UK] A New Levy In The Construction Industry

The Industrial Training Levy (Construction Industry) Order (Northern Ireland) 2014 was made on 5 June and will come into operation on 31 August 2014. This Order only applies to Northern…

  • Environment
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REACH: public consultation on proposals to restrict ammonium salts and bisphenol A [EU]

In June 2014, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) launched public consultations on restriction proposals concerning ammonium salts and bisphenol A (4,4'-isopropylidenediphenol).

  • Chemical Products
  • Risk and Health
  • #European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
  • #REACH
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EHS Country Factsheet – Special Brazil! [BR]

On the occasion of the World Cup in Brazil, let's focus on this country for an EHS Regulatory overview: To download our EHS Brazil country factsheet on Brazil, please complete…

  • Environment
  • Risk and Health
  • #EHS
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Have your say on CLP and its’ impact on UK Chemical and Health and Safety Legislation [UK]

The Health and Safety Executive (‘HSE’) launched the following public consultation on 12 June: proposals on the alignment of health and safety regulations with the EU direct acting Classification, Labelling…

  • Chemical Products
  • Risk and Health
  • #CLP
  • #Health & Safety
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U.S. EPA publishes final rule meant to improve tracking and monitoring of exports of electronic waste [US]

Heading: The EPA has published a final rule that tightens the definition of entities that export certain used computer and TV parts for recycling. According to EPA, the amendments will…

  • Environment
  • Waste Management
  • #Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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Only so much sulphur allowed in Heavy Fuel and Gas Oil! [IE]

The Notice of the making of The European Union (Sulphur Content of Heavy Fuel Oil and Gas Oil) Regulations 2014 was published in the Iris Oifigiuil of 20 June 2014.

  • Air, Soil, Water
  • Environment
  • #Gas
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EPA amends standards and practices for conducting “all appropriate inquiries” under the CERCLA [US]

EPA is proposing to amend the standard for conducting “all appropriate inquiries” under CERCLA. The proposed amendment will remove reference to ASTM International’s E1527-05 standard practice and replace with the…

  • Air, Soil, Water
  • Environment
  • #Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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New Brunswick releases guidance on workplace health and safety programs [CA]

In June 2014 WorkSafeNB released its Guide to Workplace Health & Safety Programs, intended to help employers prepare and maintain a written health and safety program. The guide discusses the…

  • Health and Working Conditions
  • Occupational hazards
  • Risk and Health
  • #Health & Safety
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[IE] Repackaged Regulations on Waste Packaging Management!

The Notice of the making of the Waste Management (Packaging) Regulations 2014 was published in the Iris Oifigiuil of 20 June 2014.

  • Environment
  • Waste Management
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NIOSH releases new tools to help employers reduce occupational noise exposure [US]

On June 27, 2014 the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) revealed new online resources for its Buy Quiet program. The Buy Quiet program encourages companies to purchase…

  • Health and Working Conditions
  • Risk and Health
  • #Health & Safety
  • #OSHA
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