Monitoring Water Quality on Long Island With a New App
Have you ever been to your local beach or waterway to go swimming, boating, or fishing and wondered what the water quality is like there? For the first time, there is now a Water Quality app that can be downloaded for free that allows the user to find out the water...
Using Technology to Maximize Efficiencies on Your Projects and Properties
Does your organization know how to use technological tools to maximize efficiency and save on the bottom dollar? Perhaps you have considered using drones, LiDAR, or thermal imaging but do not know how to source the best equipment or make the most use of limited funds...
Guidance on Drum Closings for Hazardous Materials Including Waste
Does your organization ship materials regulated by the Department of Transportation? Did you know that all hazardous wastes are regulated as hazardous materials? If so, it is critical that you ensure each shipment meets the specifications for drum closures. This would...
Giving Your Spray Booth Space
If your facility has a spray booth, it is important that you provide adequate clearance around it to ensure you’re in compliance with OSHA regulations. In most cases, that means that “each spray booth shall be separated from other operations by not less than 3 feet,...
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Stronger Workplace Guidance on Coronavirus
As employers continue to navigate the unique challenges of the Coronavirus pandemic, one thing is clear: Stronger workplace guidance is being issued by the US Department of Labor, and employers should be prepared. Earlier this year, OSHA alerted employers of updated...
Stormwater Management Basics
This blog is the first in a two-part series regarding stormwater management regulations as discussed below and best management practices, which will be presented in our September 2nd blog post. What Is Stormwater Runoff and What Are Its Impacts? Stormwater runoff is...
Changes to Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Standard Expected in 2021
First written by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1993, ASTM e1527, better known as the Standard Practice for Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process, is due for an update in 2021....
Your Guide to Brownfield Developments: What You Need to Know to Make Sure Your Investment Dollars are Well Spent
Understanding the Risks and Rewards of Developing a Brownfield Site Savvy developers should know that due diligence is the critical piece of the puzzle in deciding if the risks outweigh the rewards when considering the purchase of a Brownfield site. Retaining a...
Understanding FDNY Rule 3 RCNY 608 as it Applies to New Technology
Since October 1, 2019, the New York City Fire Department’s Rule 3 RCNY 608-01, entitled “Outdoor Stationary Storage Battery Systems” has been in effect and applied to projects throughout NYC. FDNY Rule 3 RCNY 608-01 applies to the installation and utilization of...
New York Finalizes New Regulations Aiming to Streamline Large-Scale Renewable Projects
New York State’s new process for large-scale renewables siting and permitting, the Section 94-c process, has finally been issued by the Office of Renewable Energy Siting (ORES) and became effective on March 3, 2021. The draft regulations were issued on September 16,...