No one expects their business to suddenly become a legal battleground, but when hazardous waste isn’t properly handled, it can put employee health at risk and open the door to lawsuits that can follow a business for years. If you’re overwhelmed, you’re not alone and...
Year: 2025
What to know about measuring your business’s waste generation
A business should regularly measure its waste generation to quantify the amount of waste produced during a particular period and, in turn, identify areas that need improvement. Besides knowing the amount of waste generated, a business should evaluate how it handles...
Why EPA rollbacks might not be the win you think
Many business owners have found it frustrating trying to ensure that their businesses comply with an ever-increasing set of environmental laws that have come in over the years. Many have also faced expensive penalties for breaches of those regulations. If you were one...
The price of hazardous waste violations
When it comes to hazardous waste, cutting corners can be a costly mistake. Businesses that fail to follow proper disposal and handling regulations often face hefty fines, damage to their reputations and even legal battles. Beyond financial penalties, non-compliance...
How to train employees who handle hazardous waste
If your business generates hazardous waste that employees are exposed to, you are required to train them in handling such waste. These include employees who clean, treat, store and dispose of hazardous materials. Here are four matters your employees should be...
Examples of hazardous waste in New York
When many people think of hazardous waste, they first consider the most extreme examples. For instance, disposing of radioactive materials is certainly an example of hazardous waste. If it’s not handled properly, it could cause harm to a great number of people. But...
Exemptions to certain pesticide bans in New York
Many pesticides have been banned under New York law. Specifically, these bans have targeted pesticides containing the following ingredients: Acetamiprid Clothianidin Dinotefuran Imidacloprid Thiamethoxam However, as with many laws, there are some exemptions to these...
New York has some of the strictest environmental regulations
When looking at environmental regulations across the United States, New York places a greater emphasis on this area than many other states. This is evident when ranking states based on their environmental policies and the effects of those policies. For instance, some...
New York has banned single-use plastic toiletry bottles
Tackling plastic waste has been a priority for New York authorities for many years. In January this year, a law banning single-use toiletry bottles in hotels with more than 50 rooms was introduced. This means that small soaps, shampoos and other disposable toiletries...
Are you ready for New York’s freshwater wetland regulations?
Every January, a new batch of regulations goes into effect. It’s almost guaranteed that some of those new laws will significantly impact businesses. New York is serious about fighting climate change and protecting our environment. One area of focus is the state’s...
