Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations | OSHA and EHS Compliance Texas

Waste Water Discharge Permits

Texas manufacturers who opt to install a waste water treatment system and discharge treated waste water must first obtain a discharge permit from their local city or municipality, or POTW. Manufacturers typically make this decision in an effort to save on related 3rd party transportation and disposal costs for wastes generated from their manufacturing processes. These permits can be complex and require periodic testing, record keeping requirements and can include substantial civil and even criminal penalties for failing to properly manage [...]

By Russell Carr|2022-03-21T12:55:51-05:00April 3rd, 2017|Hazardous Waste Management, State & Local Regulation, Texas Environmental Regulations, Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations|Comments Off

The Trump Administration’s Anti-Regulation Rhetoric Is Putting American Workers & The Environment At Risk

How The Trump Administrations Anti-Regulation Message Will Hurt American Workers, Local Communities & The Environment The Trump Administration's anti-regulation rhetoric, combined with recent environmental, health and safety roll backs, is likely creating a “perception problem” among some business leaders that these regulations are no longer relevant or important. For example, I’ve heard several of our customers joke or comment about this issue in recent months. The common theme being, “Now that Trump’s in office, we don’t need to worry about [...]

By Russell Carr|2020-06-02T11:46:21-05:00March 8th, 2017|Fed Regulation, Government Regulation, OSHA Texas Laws & Regulations, State & Local Regulation, Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations, Texas OSHA Compliance|Comments Off

Used Oil Disposal Regulations in Texas

Used Oil Regulations In Texas Many different types of Texas companies generate waste oil and are therefore subject to all relevant storage, transportation and disposal regulations for used oil. Companies who fail to do this can face still environmental fines and penalties, and additional related liabilities. Used oil can be generated by a wide variety of businesses including manufacturing, transportation, warehousing, industrial services, construction, printing and many others. There’s a common misconception that environmental and hazardous waste management [...]

By Russell Carr|2017-12-17T22:31:17-05:00November 28th, 2016|Hazardous Waste Management, Texas Environmental Regulations, Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations|Comments Off

Common Texas Environmental Compliance Requirements

Many small Texas manufacturers don't necessarily understand which EPA and TCEQ environmental and hazardous materials compliance regulations apply to their operations, let alone how to manage them. Here's a very quick summary of some of the basic environmental and hazardous materials rules that apply to a typical Texas manufacturer. Environmental Compliance Requirements Include: Hazardous Waste Management: Virtually all manufacturers generate some type of hazardous wastes, including spent chemicals, paints, batteries and more. Manufacturers must first complete Waste Determinations for all [...]

By Russell Carr|2021-10-26T12:36:21-05:00August 9th, 2016|Hazardous Waste Management, OSHA Health & Safety, Texas Environmental Regulations, Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations|Comments Off

TCEQ Environmental Compliance Fines & Penalties

Many small Texas manufacturers struggle with understanding and managing their EPA and TCEQ environmental compliance obligations. This puts them at risk for major regulatory fines and penalties, not to mention putting their local communities at risk for environmental damage. Some common environmental compliance requirements for Texas manufacturers include Storm Water permitting, Air permitting and authorizations, Hazardous Waste Management and hazardous materials reporting. Many small Texas manufacturers are totally unaware of these requirements, let alone how to manage them. Here's [...]

By Russell Carr|2021-10-26T13:53:06-05:00May 1st, 2016|Good To Know, Government Regulation, Hazardous Waste Management, Texas Environmental Regulations, Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations|Comments Off

Texas Environmental Compliance Fines & Penalties

Many small Texas manufacturers struggle with understanding and managing their TCEQ and environmental compliance obligations. This puts them at risk for major regulatory fines and penalties, not to mention putting their local communities at risk for environmental damage. Some common environmental compliance requirements for Texas manufacturers include Storm Water permitting, Air permitting and authorizations, Hazardous Waste Management and hazardous materials reporting. Many small Texas manufacturers are totally unaware of these requirements, let alone how to manage them. Here's a summary of potential environmental fines and penalties that [...]

By Russell Carr|2022-03-21T12:51:50-05:00May 1st, 2016|Hazardous Waste Management, Texas Environmental Regulations, Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations|Comments Off