SGS Environment, Health and Safety (North America)’s Post

We’re excited to welcome AMA Analytical Services (AMA) to the SGS network! With AMA’s expertise in asbestos, lead/metals, and microbial analysis for the built environment, we are expanding our North America presence. We look forward to offering enhanced capabilities and new certifications to support our clients in meeting regulatory requirements. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/g_kiTYyd #EHS #AnalyticalServices

If you missed the Resilium webinar on "Bowtie Qualification & Quantification" last week, I've dug out this article "LOPA - Risk Assessment 'By the Numbers'” from the Wolters Kluwer Enablon Bowtie Suite archive: https://lnkd.in/eJvhPUJP This includes links to useful data (though there's nothing better than your own data - if it's relevant & significant) from a variety of sources including Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS), TNO, OREDA, exida SERH & FARADIP to name but a few. I always suggest you read Health and Safety Executive RR716 [https://lnkd.in/ezM2kpB4] 'A review of Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) analyses of overfill of fuel storage tanks' and recommend Colin Chambers Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Hazards30 paper 'Comparison of a single initiating event verses a multiple initiating event approach to Layer of Protection Analysis' [https://lnkd.in/eeuYSrB5]. For more information on how we make Risk Understandable & Manageable, please contact us at info@resilium.group #Bowties #BarrierManagement #LOPA #ProcessSafety #Resilium

Back when I was a toxicologist for TCEQ, I served on a team to develop a risk-based inspection strategy (RBIS) to prioritize inspections for each region. Each team member used their own scoring methodology based on their area of expertise and all were aggregated to a single facility ranking. All companies have a risk ranking approach used in multiple disciplines in both reactive (e.g. incident investigations) and proactive (e.g. predictive maintenance). The prevalence and value of proactive strategies continue to increase will serve as pillars in environmental risk mitigation and sustainability strategies. Here are some elements to consider when developing a preventative maintenance strategy: ·      Mechanical integrity and reliability of equipment (age and total run hours) ·      Maintenance records to identify count and frequency of repair by equipment and component ·      Leak records from both required and proactive surveys ·      Emission profiles to include both criteria pollutants and GHG ·      Health impacts based on industrial hygiene and toxicological evaluations of air, water, and waste ·      Regulatory risk matrix identifying number of rules equipment are subject to for compliance ·      Economic data to include cost of maintenance, repairs, retrofits, upgrades, and/or total replacement Trending and analyzing such data will lead to initiatives to increase operational uptime, optimize maintenance plans, minimize profit loss, reduce regulatory and safety risks, and increase the likelihood of achieving NetZero goals. Also, doing so will drive innovation, protect a company’s license to operate, and further strengthen a sustainable future.  #preventativemaintenance, #sustainability

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) announced that it is launching a new initiative to give the public more details about the serious chemical incidents that have been reported to the CSB since the agency’s Accidental Release Reporting Rule (ARRR) went into effect in March 2020. The CSB will be compiling summaries of reported incidents and making them available to the public on the CSB’s website on a regular basis. #ChemicalSafety #IncidentReporting #AccidentalRelease

The last statement from Bernie's post... " Also, doing so will drive innovation, protect a company’s license to operate, and further strengthen a sustainable future." Read his full post to see how he came to this conclusion.

U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board has released updates on the September 2024 Bio-Lab chemical fire in Georgia, highlighting fire risks from stored reactive chemicals https://lnkd.in/eCpQfxJE #ChemicalSafety #BioLabFire #FireInvestigation #CSB #HazardManagement #EmergencyResponse

Our newest certification, the South Coast Air Quality Management District's (South Coast AQMD) Laboratory Approval Program (LAP), allows us to offer specialized emissions testing services that meet their rigorous quality and performance standards. There are a variety of rules that require the use of a LAP-approved laboratory. Our SCAQMD-approved methods and testing capabilities include: - South Coast AQMD Methods 1-4: Enabling precise measurement and analysis of air samples for accurate mass emission calculations. - South Coast AQMD Method 100.1: For analysis and reporting of pollutants including nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), and sulfur dioxide (SO₂). - South Coast AQMD Method 25.1 (Sampling) and Method 25.3 (Sampling): Specialized volatile organic compound (VOC) testing methods ensure the highest levels of accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. - South Coast AQMD Rule 462 Testing: Focused on VOC testing for emissions from vapor combustion units (VCU), incinerators, and vapor recovery units (VRUs) to support regulatory compliance for organic liquid loading terminals (such as bulk gasoline terminals and marine loading terminals). More information can be found here: https://bit.ly/3OhRn2z #AirQuality #EmissionsTesting #OilAndGasIndustry #SCAQMD

GEL is proud to offer PFAS analysis with certified excellence, utilizing EPA Methods 537.1 and 533 for potable water, and Method 1633 for non-potable water, solids, and waste. Our DOD ISO 17025 and NELAP certifications, along with multiple state accreditations, ensure the highest standards of accuracy and compliance in drinking water testing. Clients trust our certified expertise to support their regulatory needs across diverse environmental settings. GEL Engineering's PFAS Services: Field Data Defensibility: Data collection with project-specific QC samples and rigorous QA/QC procedures. Site-Specific Sampling Protocols: Ensuring compliance with state and EPA recommended guidelines. Proven Expertise: 40+ years of experience across various matrices in industrial, governmental, and private sectors. Advanced Analytical Capabilities: Featuring seven AB SCIEX Triple Quad 5500 LC/MS/MS systems dedicated to PFAS analysis. Certified Excellence: EPA Methods 537.1, 533 in potable water, 1633 in non-potable water, solids, waste, DOD ISO17025, and NELAP certifications for drinking water, along with multiple state certifications.

It's been about three weeks since our highly informative webinar on "PFAS Compliance Updates – Changes in EPCRA and TSCA That May Impact Your Organization." Missed it? No worries! You can catch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/eSd9SvB8 Our EHS&S Practice Leader, Jackie Baxley, will guide you through recent regulatory changes concerning PFAS and TSCA Reports, as well as EPCRA Toxic Inventory Release Reporting. This webinar aims to raise awareness of these new/amended rules, help organizations identify if they apply to their operations, and provide guidance on what steps should be taken now to prepare for these reports. Don't forget to subscribe to HRP's YouTube channel for more videos on Environmental, Health and Safety, Engineering, Geology, and much more! #HRP #EnvironmentalManagement #AEC #AECindustry #Engineering #Environmental #Compliance #Geology #Consulting #Sustainability #Webinar #PFAS