Year End Regulatory Updates Part 1
Proposed Part 360 Regulations In early 2016, the NYSDEC proposed significant changes to New York State regulations regarding previously unregulated facilities, activities, and waste streams within the existing Part 360 solid waste management program. The proposed...
The Importance of Building Permits
Imagine it was a foggy morning, and Engine Company 42 was on its way to a one-alarm fire at a warehouse. On the way to the warehouse, the senior Firefighter (FF) checked his online Department Database to get information about the facility, which he passed on to all...
NYSDEC and NYCDEP New Regulations for Generators
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) issued a new regulation (6NYCRR 222) for generators, taking effect on December 1, 2016. The new regulation applies to generators with an output rating of: • 200 horsepower (150kW) or greater in the...
What You Need to Know about the NYC MS4 Permit
On August 1, 2015, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) issued a new comprehensive Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit to New York City. This permit includes new requirements, which significantly expand the city’s obligation...
How to Use ENVIROFACTS: The US EPA One-Stop Source for Environmental Information
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) maintains multiple databases that contain information regarding the compliance of facilities to environmental regulations. Even though anyone with a computer can search these databases to identify the compliance status of...
OSHA Implements New Accident/Injury Reporting Rule
Newsday reported on Friday, October 8, 2016 of a fatal accident on a job site, killing a worker at an industrial facility on Long Island. Tragic stories like this remind us of how important it is for everyone to remain vigilant about safety in the workplace. Employers...
Regulatory Update: DSNY will now Regulate Recycling Processing Facilities in NYC
On September 23, 2016, the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) adopted rules governing new registration requirements for recycling processing facilities in NYC. As a result, the DSNY will now regulate recycling processing facilities located in New York...
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....
Regulatory Update: US DOT proposes changes to 49 CFR 107 – 181, the Hazardous Materials Regulations
Regulatory Update: US DOT proposes changes to 49 CFR 107 – 181, the Hazardous Materials Regulations
Regulatory Update: How Will Amendments to NYC Brownfield Cleanup Program Laws Affect You?
Effective August 12, 2016 are two new definitions for “underutilized” and “affordable housing project”, as they relate to 6 NYCRR Subpart 375-3 of the Brownfield Cleanup (BCP) program. This is a result of formally proposed revisions to remain in compliance with Part...