Health and safety rules must to apply to all, without exception. When management creates and “lives” a proactive safety culture, it will get the best results. Without enforcement of the policies, there is not only the risk of worker injury, but an erosion of the “safety culture” of the organization and a negative impact on morale. Plus, it is the employer and management who will be responsible for any fines or penalties handed out as well as increased insurance premiums, particularly workman’s compensation. Often, they are found personally responsible.
Every year there are millions of preventable home-related incidents and accidents “that result in nearly 20,000 deaths and 21 milion medical visits”. Paula Kaufmann, Certified Industrial Hygienist, makes observations about safety all around us — not just for the workplace.
Is your facility a manufacturer or importer of chemicals in amounts of 25,000 pounds or greater? If so, your company may need to participate in the next round of the EPA’s Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Update Rule (IUR) program and submit a Form U to the EPA…
Paula Kaufmann, CIH
August 2011 Update: Information from the EPA regarding TSCA requirements and submission has changed significantly since this post was originally written in August 2010. Please also read BREAKING NEWS: New EPA TSCA Inventory Update Requirements (IUR) for 2012 and additional posts following to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information.
-PKaufmann
Is your facility a manufacturer or importer of chemicals in amounts of 25,000 pounds or greater?