On November 23, 2015, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a final rule in the Federal Register that adds 1-Bromopropane (nPB) to the list of chemicals subject to annual…
In a standard interpretation letter dated November 6, 2015, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) addressed the extent of the exemption to work-relatedness involving personal tasks performed in the…
In an interpretation letter dated November 12, 2015, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reinforced its view that work-related injuries that result in a broken or chipped tooth are…
Can corporations inspire world leaders to fight climate change through innovation? A marked feature of this year’s global conference on climate change was the heightened awareness of the role of…
In November 27, 2015 South Carolina State Register, the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) proposed amending R.61-79, Hazardous Waste Management Regulations. The proposed changes would federal rules adopted…
The Railways and Other Guided Transport Systems Regulations 2015 (S.I. 2015/1917) come into force on 11th December 2015. These regulations amend the Railways and Other Guided Transport Systems Regulations 2006 and implement…
On 10th November 2015, the Council of the European Union (EU) adopted a proposal for a directive on the limitation of emissions of certain pollutants into the air from "medium…
The Sustainable Innovation Forum (SIF) on 7th and 8th December 2015 featured corporate decision-makers sharing ideas on subjects such as sustainable development, renewable energies and achieving a low-carbon economy. You can enjoy the second day’s highlights…
The Sustainable Innovation Forum (SIF) on 7th and 8th December 2015 featured corporate decision-makers sharing ideas on subjects such as sustainable development, renewable energies and achieving a low-carbon economy. You can enjoy the first…
The Health and Safety Executive has published guidance on managing risks from skin exposure at work (HSG262 Second Edition) on its webpage. The guidance specifically addresses issues caused by materials…