Chemical

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed revisions to the chemical facility safety provisions under its Risk Management Program rule represent “a significant step...

Washington — Chemical facility operators need to ensure their equipment can function within safe operating limits, the Chemical Safety Board says in a new...

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a pair of virtual public meetings ahead of the 49th and 50th sessions of the United Nations Sub-Committee of...

Montpelier, VT — Vermont Gov. Phil Scott (R) has signed legislation banning paraquat, a controversial herbicide that has been tied to an increased risk...

Washington — OSHA has revised its inspection procedures to align with the agency’s updated standard on hazard communication (1910.1200), issued in 2024. In a May...

Washington — The lack of a full, five-member board “may prevent” the Chemical Safety Board “from achieving its stated mission,” the Environmental Protection Agency...

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking feedback on separate draft risk evaluations, including a potential landmark finding that a fragrance additive doesn’t...

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has delayed until further notice the effective date of certain worker-related provisions of the agency’s final rule banning...

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency will propose risk management regulations for 1,2-dichloroethane, a colorless liquid frequently used to manufacture polyvinyl chloride, a type...

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has delayed the reporting period for a final rule that requires manufacturers and importers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl...