Owners of buildings (other than one- or two-family homes) in NYC within Community Districts 1, 3, and 10 in all boroughs must submit a signed and sealed ‘Gas Piping System Periodic Inspection Certification’ to the NYC Department of Buildings. This rule is mandated by Local Law 152 of 2016.  The certification must be submitted through the… Read More

In the course of manufacturing or fabricating goods, a company is likely to produce more than the product itself; it is also likely to create emissions of some sort. These emissions can have a serious impact on the environment and the air workers breathe. Left unchecked, workers may suffer ailments ranging from headaches, fatigue or… Read More

Cyberthreats to Water and Wastewater Utilities Cyberthreats are a growing concern for water and wastewater utility organizations. Antivirus programs are no longer enough and attackers can intentionally or unintentionally threaten public health and the environment. This month’s featured article in the Journal of the American Water Works Association (Improving Security for SCADA and Administrative Networks… Read More