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The article provides an overview of the revised National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Technical Standard 472: Professional Competencies of Responders to Hazardous Materials Incidents in the U.S. The overview is offered to provide law enforcement administrators and managers with information that would assess their emergency responses to weapons of mass destruction incidents. It is found out that the revised NFPA demonstrates the assurance of cooperation among police officers.

The article describes the U.S. government's efforts to reduce risks associated with the transportation of hazardous materials (hazmat), focusing on vehicles that carry hazmat on road and rail. Other topics include the implementation of rules addressing chemicals which are a toxic inhalation hazards (TIH) and carried on rail, the Transportation Security Agency's GPS-based geofencing, where hazmat trucks are tracked and possibly remotely controlled, and Dow Chemical's efforts at safety.

The article discusses the codes and standards to guide proper ventilation design in laboratory settings in the U.S. It highlights the steps in designing standard laboratory ventilation systems to promote safety maintenance and protection to life and property. It suggests that design engineers must understand key equipment functions in order to prevent and control hazardous fumes and contaminants for worker safety.

The article emphasizes the importance of implementing used oil and used oil filter collection and recycling in the U.S. It explains that used motor oil and oil filters are hazardous to public health and the environment. The benefits of used oil and used oil filter collection and recycling are highlighted, which include the reduction on the dependency of the country on foreign crude. An advise on selecting used oil and used oil filter collection service is also given.

The article offers information on the contamination of perfluoroalkyl compounds to wildlife and humans. It states that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and chemical firms have worked together in phasing out the use of perfluorooctanoic acid. It adds that perfluorooctanoic acid will be replaced by shorter perfluoroalkyl chain compounds, which contain similar functional properties with more tolerable toxicity profile that is being tested for confirmation.

The article focuses on the compliance for the U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) 797 sterile compounding regulations and USP 800 standards for handling hazardous drugs in health care facilities. Topics include the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, compounding sterile preparations (CSPs), and comparison of the USP 797 to the proposed USP 797 and USP 800 changes. INSET: Hazardous drug-handling requirements on the horizo.

The article discusses the importance of a well-prepared ethanol hazard prevention planning in the U.S. According to the author, the increasing trend of ethanol production facilities provides a serious threat among firefighters because of its flammability and easy ignition. In addition, the author notes that a complete planning allows fire fighters to easily identify hazardous sites as well as developed emergency response criteria that concentrate on the safety of all people involve.

The article discusses several scenarios which show improper management of hazardous materials which includes mixing of incompatibles, compressed gas cylinders, and application of peroxide formers in the U.S. It cites that rubidium must be removed from stainless steel container before incineration. It mentions that peroxide formers must undergo lab testing to avoid container opening hazard. It suggests that hazardous material must conform to standard operating procedures.

The article focuses on the Hazardous Materials Exercise Program (HMEP) grant opportunity through Homeland Security Emergency Management (HSEM). The grant could be used for the development of local planning advisory committees (PAC), for offsetting costs associated with hazardous materials (HAZMAT), and those associated with HAZMAT incident-based planning and response training. Applicants can register for the grant through HSEM's Web-Enabled Grants Operations system (WEGO) by accessing its website located at www.wego.dps.state.mn.us.

The article reports on the efforts of the U.S. Marines and sailors to protect the local environment in Camp Al Taqaddum, Iraq, which serve as their operating base. It states that the U.S. military ensures that the base should be free from hazardous material before its control will be transferred back to Iraq. According to Staff Sargeant Samson Erdly of the U.S. Marines Corps, individual units are given the responsibility for the proper storage and disposal of their hazardous materials.

The article offers information on the one-week activity of the portable four-gas detector operator in the U.S. On Monday, he monitors the air of a plant to ensure that workers are not caught in an explosion or being overcome by poisonous gases. On Wednesday, he checks a big tank to ensure that the people who will be cleaning that tank are safe by poisonous gases. On Friday, he checks a plant to determine there is no combustible gas in areas where other workers are going to be cutting or welding.

Illustrates the options available for hazwaste management companies in the light of an unfavorable market situation. Reasons for the slump in hazwaste market; Waste minimization and its impact; Reauthorization of `Superfund'; State of the market and operational dynamics; Relevance of long-term contracts to handle waste needs; Strategies such as price competition, value addition to waste, and international markets option. INSET: Waste reduction takes toll on European..., by Emma Chynoweth..

The article focuses on how to effectively transport and mix hazardous chemicals using closed systems dispensing. Topics include the need for chemical dispensing applications to comply with industry or government rules or guidelines such as the Process Safety Management (PSM) of the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the dispensing considerations and goals in seven different industries, and the benefits of the closed systems dispensing.

The article discusses several factors that investors need to consider in brownfield redevelopment in the U.S. Topics noted include the conditions required to qualify for bona fide prospective purchaser under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), importance of exercising appropriate care of hazardous substances at the property, value of contractual, corporate or financial relationship with the potentially liable party, and requirements for disposal.

The article discusses the importance of process hazard assessment (PHA) in industrial facilities in the U.S. Vahid Ebadat, chief executive officer (CEO) of Chilworth Global, explains why PHA is needed to determine the potential hazards in industrial facilities for the implement of safety measures and regulations. The PHA will examine industries' standards, codes and regulations, and mentions the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) codes that are included in the analysis.

The article discusses approaches used in mitigating the effects of chemical pesticides in city parks and public spaces in the U.S. It is stated that many common pesticides are associated with a variety of health problems, especially for children. One common approach used to maintain healthier public spaces is Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Another approach is to designate some parks 'pesticide free' and maintain them without the use of these chemicals.

The article focuses on the importance of technology for the improvement of safety and asset management in the U.S. It states that the safety management includes identifying hazardous activities, materials, and situations, and delivering a method to meet government regulations and to protect employees and the environment. It says that the failure of ensuring safety has a negative financial impact in the companies.

The article focuses on a hearing held by the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee in the U.S. on July 31, 2013 to discuss modernization of the federal chemical management statute Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA): the Safe Chemicals Act of 2013 (S.696) and the Chemical Safety Improvement Act (S. 1009). It informs that Senator Barbara Boxer revealed her support for the S. 696, while Senator David Vitter focuses on problems associated with the S. 1009.

Focuses on the management of hazardous materials in the U.S. Regulation governing the transportation of hazardous materials; Information on the electronic system for response management; Benefits of electronic emergency response management system on government regulatory authorities.

Reports on the challenges faced by the Transportation Community Awareness and Response (TransCaer) program in the United States. Effect of chemical industry mergers and acquisitions on the program; Effect of the weak profitability of the industry; Actions taken by regional TransCaer teams despite money and staffing limitations.

Discloses the presence of information on cost-saving ideas on hazardous materials (hazmat) treatment and disposal at the Joint Service Pollution Prevention Technical Library. Includes recycling mercury fluorescent light bulbs; Tips in formulating policy and guidance on hazmat procurement policies, purchasing environmentally preferred products and other related issues.

The article offers information on the major regulatory changes proposed by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in 2013. It informs that OSHA is issuing the Hazard Communication Standard and the Walking-Working Surfaces and Personal Protective Equipment rules for the U.S. manufactures. It also mentions that OSHA proposes a set of rules for avoiding slip, trip and fall hazards without affecting current industry practices or advancements in technology.

In this article the author discusses the Safe Chemicals Act of 2010 introduced by U.S. Senator Frank R. Lautenberg. She relates the explanation by Lautenberg of why the Toxic Substances Chemical Act of 19 76 (TSCA) should be replaced with Safe Chemicals law. She suggests that Americans need to proactively eliminate unsafe chemical substances and instigate businesses to use safer alternatives.

The article reports on the data from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Toxics Release Inventory showing the big declination in toxic chemical by 5 percent in the U.S. It also highlights the continuing growth in the persistent releases, bioccumulative and toxic (PBT) chemicals. EPA also prohibits of using hazardous chemicals across the country.

The article reports on the availability of the Certified Hazardous Materials Manager Examination Study Guide in compact disc read-only (CD-ROM) format being offered by the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE). The study guide serves as an aid for individuals preparing for the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management's certification examination. It can be acquired through the organization's Web site or customer service.

Reports on the announcement of winners of the HazmaCon 1994 competition for the best hazardous materials management programs in the United States and California sponsored by the Association of Bay Area Governments. Purpose of the awards; Eligible parties; 1994 recipients.