Why Do I Have to File with the Right-to-Know Program in NYC?
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) requires businesses small and large, across the five boroughs, to report their use and storage of hazardous substances every year by March 1st. Through the Right-to-Know Law, the city can ensure emergency...
The Number One Mistake Facilities Can Make with the Title V NYS Air Permit Changes
Effective on June 22, 2016, an amendment was added to The Operating Permit Program (6 NYCRR 482-2). This change in air pollutant regulations mandates that an updated annual fee must be paid by all facilities falling under Title V of the Federal Clean Air Act....
Right To Know – Be Sure To File On Time!
New York City Business Owners: Failure to submit your Community Right-to-Know (RTK) filing on time could get you into some serious hot water. Since fines can run upwards of $5,000 it is clearly in your best interest to comply with the law. If government officials have...
What You Need to Know About Right-to-Know (RTK) Filing
RTK is a program for documenting hazardous chemicals to ensure the safety of both first responders and the general public. Because of RTK, emergency authorities are made aware of dangerous materials stored in commercial and industrial facilities in the five boroughs...
Diesel Fuel Storage: Solving Common Problems – Part 1
Now that Spring is finally on the horizon, there are some steps you should be taking to maintain the stability of your diesel fuel. Problem: Seasonal Changes Why are seasonal issues a concern? When fuel is cooled below its cloud point temperature, solid wax particles...