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Environmental Consultants Reduce Hazardous Waste, Toxins Risk
Hazardous waste and chemicals pose significant threats to the safety of workers and the
profitability of businesses who generate or transport these substances. Consultants specializing in
dealing with hazardous waste and chemicals can aid companies in establishing best practices for
environmental health and safety. Boston-area companies should consider EBI Consulting, an
established firm providing advice and training regarding hazardous waste, toxins, and a number
of other environmental issues.
Hazardous waste and toxins pose a number of dangers to workers and the public. People exposed
directly or indirectly to these substances may be injured or become ill. These substances may
also be combustible and cause fires or explosions. Injury may also occur from the improper
handling of containers used to store these substances. Leaks of hazardous waste and toxins can
also cause significant property damage that may open companies responsible for those
substances to litigation.
Non-Compliance Costly
Because of their potential for injury and property damage, hazardous waste and chemicals are
highly regulated by federal and state governments. Failure to comply with regulations can be
quite costly for companies in the 2014 fiscal year, the Environmental Protection Agency levied
$163 million in penalties and fines and required companies to invest more than $9.7 billion in
action and equipment to clean up sites and control pollution. Criminal prosecutions resulted in
155 combined years of prison sentences for defendants found guilty of criminal non-compliance.
Hazardous waste accidents are unfortunately common. In 2012, there were more than 28,000
hazardous waste accidents in the U.S., resulting in more than 1,000 deaths. About 41 percent of
those accidents were vehicle-related, while 31 percent occurred at a fixed site.
How EBI Can Help
Environmental consulting firms can help their clients identify potential sources of risk within
their facilities and develop steps for mitigating those risks. Some of the services EBI Consulting
provides for clients involves:
Conducting an in-depth analysis of client facilities to identify sources of hazardous waste
and toxins. Reviewing procedures for handling, transporting, and disposing of hazardous waste and
toxins. Checking for compliance with reporting procedures, such as the Emergency Planning &
Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and the Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA). Developing plans for reducing generation of hazardous waste and toxins. Identifying any weak points or flaws in handling, transporting, and disposal of hazardous
waste and toxins and developing plans to address these problems. Training management and personnel on proper handling, transportation and disposal of
hazardous waste and toxins.
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Developing tracking procedures to ensure clients have the documentation regulatory
authorities require and to ensure that proper procedures are being followed. Instigating follow-up visits to monitor plan implementation and to make necessary plans
to address challenges as they arise. Working with a hazardous waste and toxins consultant can help greatly improve environmental
health and safety. Massachusetts-based EBI Consulting provides useful and relevant training and
advice clients can use to improve on-site safety and avoid costly fines, insurance hikes, and
litigation. EBI has clients in a variety of industries, including some Fortune 500 companies, and
can be trusted to provide individualized service that addresses specific needs.
Summary:
Hazardous waste and toxins generated, handled, and disposed of by companies represents a big
liability. Environmental consultants can help clients reduce generations of waste and more safely
and effectively store, transport, and dispose of it.
Bio:
EBI Consulting provides environmental risk and compliance services, energy efficiency
assessments, engineering services, training, and due diligence support to businesses and other
organizations. In business for more than 20 years, the company serves a diverse base of clients
and can help them manage risk, improve operations, and lower costs.
Sources:
http://www2.epa.gov/enforcement/enforcement-annual-results-fiscal-year-fy-2014
http://www.legalmatch.com/law-library/article/hazardous-waste-accident-statistics.html
http://www.ebiconsulting.com/services/environmental-compliance-and-
sustainability/environmental-health-and-safety-compliance/hazardous-waste-and-chemical-
toxins.html