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The article discusses the laws concerning crude oil transportation through rails in the U.S., as of April 2016. Topics discussed include producers interest in rail as a means of transporting crude supplies to U.S. markets; the Congressional Research Service, Report on the U.S. rail transportation of crude oil; enactment of Hazardous Material Transportation Act (HMTA); and hazardous material regulations in the country.

The article focuses on the implementation of Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)-related provisions on May 12, 2013 and its impact on Indian electronics industry. It discusses the restrictions made by the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) and the government to the RoHS rule, the requirement of the government for electronics product manufacturers to supply only RoHS-compliant products, and the similarity of Electronic Waste (Management Handling) Rules to European Union (EU)-RoHS.

Focuses on the European Union's (EU) rules on the use of hazardous substances in electronic equipment that pose logistics challenges to U.S.-based manufacturers and component suppliers. Impact on manufacturing processes; Limits to the amount of hazardous materials used in electronics products imposed by the EU rules.

Analyzes a general duty clause in the Risk Management Plan Rule formulated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency for chemical process plants. Regulation of accidental chemical releases; Application of rule to any process containing a listed substance in excess of its specific threshold quantity; Hazard identification; Safe process design and operation; Emergency-response plan.

Explains the 1985 Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations in Canada. Three step-process of complying with the TDG regulations; Categories of dangerous goods; Information that must be supplied to the shipping document; Rules for proper packing.

Presents the 1992 List of Explosive Materials subject to regulation under the provisions of section 841(d) of title 18 United States Code, Chapter 40. Explosives required to be published in the Federal Register; Mixtures containing any of the materials in the list; Materials constituting blasting agents.

The article focuses on the changes made by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration on its Hazard Communication Standard. It mentions that the revisions would bring the country's hazard communication in line with international requirements on chemical hazards. According to lawyer Brad Hammock, hazard communication is essential in industrial safety and health programs.

The article presents an overview of the top 10 groundbreaking U.S. legal decisions in 2009. Endangerment findings from increasing greenhouse gases (GHG) concentrations in April 2009 set a proposal for federal regulation of GHGs from both stationary and mobile sources. TVA coal-fired plants management was reportedly demanded to install emission controls for allegedly emitting air toxins to the North Carolinians. A federal appeals court supported Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) approval of an installed capacity requirement in resources.

Focuses on the `Report on Carcinogens,' which is issued by the National Toxicology Program, a United States federal research agency. Controversy surrounding the report caused by the inclusion of common substances like saccharin; Request of ten trade associations to Health and Human Services Secretary Donna Shalala not to release the report; The report proposing the first-time listing of 14 compounds.

Discusses the requirements or rules of the United States Research and Special Programs Administration on medical waste transportation. Applicability of the Hazardous Materials Rules on local hauling activity; Categories of discarded infectious substances; Rules and standards on its packaging and shipping; Regulations on placarding and marking; Definition of a spill.

The article reports on the concerns by four national oil and gas associations, including the American Petroleum Institute Midstream Group regaring the proposed hazardous liquids pipeline management requirements by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). The associations argue that some provisions of the proposed rulemaking may hamper successful safety practices, and may limit companies' ability to use their expertise to manage pipeline operations appropriately.

The article reports on the issuance of the new Hazardous Materials Markings, Labeling and Placarding Guide of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) of the U.S. Department of Transportation(DOT).

The article discusses Chemical Review Committee report of the Rotterdam Convention, a multi treaty for sharing the importation responsibilities of hazardous chemicals, and provides information on the convention's history, committee members, and regulations on the guidance documents for carbofuran.

Discusses the requirements imposed on the metal finishing industry by three European Directives. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment; Restriction of Hazardous Substances; End of Life Vehicles.

The article reports on the proposal by the U.S. Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) to significantly reduce its permissible exposure limit (PEL) for beryllium to one-tenth of the existing level. OSHA administrator David Michaels, refers to the rule as a long overdue move toward improving workers' protection from harmful beryllium exposures. It mentions that United Steelworkers of America union and material manufacturer Materion Corp. helped in making the rule's framework.

The article focuses on regulatory developments in plastic additives in China. An overview of the European Union directive RoHS2, which restricts the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, is provided. Information about the Five-Year environmental protection plan in China, along with core themes, is also offered.

The article discusses the launch of the Unified Registration Sytem (URS) by the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It says that the URS is an online system for registration process in FMCSA. Moreover, it serves as an information depository and clearinghouse to all agency-regulated entities including freight forwarders, hazardous materials safety permit (HMSP), and motor carriers.

The article discusses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule concerning reusable towels used by automobile shops and printing plants. It reasserts the prevailing view that reusable towels should not be included in the hazardous waste materials. The EPA has ruled that disposable wipes, previously considered hazardous waste, be treated as solid waste. More freedom from regulatory burdens gained by the manufacturers of reusable towels and disposable wipes is also cited.

The article reports on the plan of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulation (HMR) to align it with the international standards of the United Nation's (UN) Model. PHMSA proposed to change shipping names, packing groups, hazard classes, air transport quantity limits and vessel stowage. Moreover, PHMSA officials also proposes to update incorporation through reference of the Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations.

The article reports on the changes proposed by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for truck drivers' hazardous materials (hazmat) endorsement in the U.S.

The article reports on the announcement by the Department of Transportation on October 20, 2009 on the 20.9 million dollars award in grants for the improvement of emergency response to transportation incidents related to hazardous materials. It notes that the grant money is to aid responders during incidents on hazardous materials and for the safety challenges laid by new chemicals and alternative energy products. It also notes that the funds are from the user fees by shippers and carriers.

The article focuses on environmental policies established by the administration of U.S. President Barack Obama. The policy changes made by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) led by Lisa Jackson are mentioned. The administration is said to have imposed policies on greenhouse gas emissions, launched efforts to address water pollution and is preparing toxic-chemicals policies. Other environmental issues discussed include the coal ash problem and air pollution.

Focuses on Ontario government's decision to update exposure limits for hazardous chemicals in the workplace. Recommendations of the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; Restriction of the amount and duration of workers' exposure to hazardous chemical substances.

Reports on the possible removal of phosphoric acid from the list of chemicals under the United States Environmental Protection Agency's Toxic Release Inventory program following a court battle initiated by the Fertilizer Institute. Court ruling reversing the agency's decision to keep the chemical in the list.

The article discusses the impact of the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) proposed Permissible Exposure Limit for respirable crystalline silica on all industry sectors covered by the rule, particularly the precast concrete industry. It provides a brief background of the proposed rule. It discusses the practices used to address OSHA regulations. Also dsicussed is the opposition of the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) on the proposed rule.

The article discusses the possible effects of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Global Harmonized Systems (GHS) modifications on workplaces and workers in the U.S. Topics covered include the complex task of pigment master batch evaluations under GHS-based calculations, chemical regulations governing hazard communication, and the Worldwide Environmental Regulatory Compliance Standards (WERCS).

Opinion. Presents the author's discussion about hazardous materials and the United States government's efforts to stave off potential injury from them. The Navy's response to the government's policy regarding disposal and use of material labelled as dangerous; His argument that Navy's bureaucracy is stalling the effective treatment and application of policy regarding dangerous materials.

The article discusses the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Two in the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive, published by the European Union (EU) in 2011, that came into effect on January 2, 2013. The RoHS Two bans actual hazardous substances including lead, mercury and cadmium from electronics sold in Europe, and includes medical devices and monitoring and control instruments, as well as household appliances, power tools and cable assemblies covered in the original RoHS.

The article discusses the challenges of soap and detergent sector to comply with the European Union's (EU) Registration, Evaluation and Authorisation of Chemical (REACH) chemical control law in 2009 in Europe. It states that companies were busy to prepare to preregister its substances since the law effectively enforce in June 2007. In addition, companies are also busy to complete the full registration phase for higher hazard and volume substances on December 1, 2010.

The article presents the five tips that could help companies in staying compliant to Hazard Communication (hazcom) standard which is aligned with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) standard and be safe from workplace chemicals. Among the tips mentioned include the need on organized safety data sheets (SDS), the use of graphics and visuals like signs and posters that convey chemical safety information, and the need on annual training of the workers on the potential hazards.

The article reports that medical devices are being considered for inclusion to the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) and Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) by the European Commission (EC) in 2009. Under the proposed revision to WEEE, recycling rate for medical devices will be set, whereas the proposed RoHS amendment considers the coverage of hazardous substances already listed in the Registration, Evaluation and Authorisation of Chemicals Directive (REACH).

The article discusses the European Union chemicals regulation known as Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH). Its purpose is to ensure a high level of protection of human health and the environment. The regulation came into force in June 2007. Tips on developing a REACH strategy within a company are also presented, including having an in-house awareness and communication.

The article discusses how the United States Environmental Protection Agency has released its first set of hazard characterizations on 101 High Production Volume (HPV) chemicals. The hazard characterizations are based on EPA's scientific review of the screening-level hazard data that were submitted by the U.S. chemical industry through EPA's HPV Challenge Program or other information previously collected by the agency. Some of the hazard characterizations include a summary of data submitted, EPA's evaluation of the quality and completeness of the data, and an assessment of the potential hazards that a chemical or chemical category may pose.

The article reports on the enactment of the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) for all new electrical and electronic equipment placed on the European market on or after July 1, 2007. The European Union RoHS directive restricts the use of six hazardous substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE).

The article discusses the implications of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 to British demolition contractors. The policy amended previous asbestos regulations, particularly the provisions on asbestos exposure limits and asbestos licensing. The regulations require a single Control Limit of 0.1 f. per cubic centimeter and a Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL) of 0.6 f. per cubic centimeter, measured over 10 minutes. The policy requires asbestos license on the basis of risk assessment.

The article discusses the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) policy of the European Union. Major provisions of REACH are discussed, such as types of chemicals excluded from the regulation, registration requirements for manufacturers using hazardous chemicals and testing and risk evaluation of hazardous chemicals. Challenges in complying with the regulation are also discussed.

Reports on government efforts to restrict hazardous substances in electronics. European Union legislation that would restrict certain substances in the manufacture of electronics and mandate recycling of materials; Efforts in the U.S. to ban disposal of computer and television displays in landfills and incinerators; Restrictions in the use of hazardouses chemicals in electronics imposed in Japan and China.