The busy holiday season is in full swing now and as such, many of our fellow employees may be a little distracted as they try to get everything done that always needs doing this time of year. As HSE professionals, it’s our job to help our coworkers stay focused and safe in our workplace so…
DG Digest: New FAA guidance for “hazmat by drone” operations.
As we head into the coming holiday weekend, the Labelmaster family would like to wish all of our customers, clients, friends, and vendors a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Wherever you are, we hope you enjoy it in peace. Here’s the last week’s regulatory news, which is a little busy now that the federal government is…
DG Digest: EPA Actions to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
After a lengthy hiatus due to the just resolved federal government shutdown, the Digest is finally back with some fresh regulatory news, albeit rather limited. Odds are things will get quite busy in the next week or two as agencies ramp operations back up. Meanwhile, here’s what’s new so far: EPA The agency is extending…
DG Digest: EPA notice regarding a TSCA rule change proposal for Carbon Tetrachloride
The US government remains in a shutdown, and as such, regulatory activity is extremely limited. Of course, we keep a sharp eye on the international scene as well, so keep watching this space. Here’s the latest news: EPA The agency is seeking public comment to inform its reconsideration of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)…
DG Digest: EPA to change rules on how it evaluates chemicals under TSCA
Last week brought in the formal beginning of Autumn. Break out the pumpkin spice! Also, take note that the sun is rising later and setting earlier, which can always be a potential impact on driving safety. If your company’s site is located in the snow belt, now is the time to start thinking about getting…
DG Digest: Several Federal Agencies Post Semi-Annual Regulatory Agendas
This edition of the DG Digest is being published on the first day of fall. Happy Autumn, everyone! Hopefully it will be a great (and safe!) season at work and at home. Here’s the regulatory news from the very last week of summer: EPA The agency published a proposed rule that if enacted will significantly…
DG Digest: OSHA extends comment period for chemical handling rules. EPA delays usage controls on Trichlorethylene solvent.
August is ending already! Next weekend is the Labor Day holiday, marking the traditional end of the summer season. Let’s all be extra safe in whatever we do to enjoy the long weekend. And remember, the kids are heading back to school so we all need to have extra care on the roads. Here’s the…
DG Digest: TSA proposed rule for drone operations. Plus PHMSA, OSHA, & EPA actions
Cruising into mid-August already! Hopefully, everyone has had or at least will have a chance for a summer getaway. Remember to be safe and mind your heat stress. Meanwhile, a very interesting new proposed rule (NPRM) from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will, if approved and finalized as is, authorize airborne drone delivery of packages…
DG Digest: USEPA release an updated guidance on handling criminal violations.
USEPA The agency released updated guidance in reference to its process for handling and pursuing criminal citations and violations. See the revised standards here: 2025-14474.pdf Labelmaster is a full-service provider of products, shipping and training software, and professional consulting services to assist the DG and HS&E professional to comply with national and international regulations. See…
DG Digest: Notice – How DOT intends to process potential criminal allegations. OSHA, EPA, Transport Canada notes.
June wraps up with extremely hot weather across much of the eastern half of the country. It’s a great time for safety professionals to keep extra eyes on our colleagues working outdoors or in non-climate-controlled spaces. Heat illnesses can happen quickly, so let’s all be super careful to protect our fellow employees. Here’s the latest…