Regulatory Episodes

Robert Bilott, the attorney behind the movie “Dark Waters” and the author of the book “Exposure”, talks about the case against DuPont, PFAS litigation, the state of PFAS regulations, what still needs to be done to protect citizens from chronic exposure Forever Chemicals, and his 20 plus fight bringing justice to those affected by PFAS contamination like the ones in Parkersburg, West Virginia in this exciting episode. Thanks to our Sponsors: Cascade Environmental, the Institute of Hazardous Mate...

Forever Chemicals known as PFAS, are a class of man-made per-and polyfluroalkyl substances that persist in the environment and don’t break down. PFAS chemicals have been around for over 70 years and have been unregulated by the EPA for decades. Authors LeeAnn Racz and David Kempisty document in this book, "Forever Chemicals" Environmental, Economic, and Social Equity Concerns with PFAS in the Environment, the challenges with analytical testing, risk assessments, regulatory implications, consumer...

As a practicing environmental lawyer, Joel Burcat writes Environmental Legal Thrillers that are both electrifying and accurate. If you are looking for an exciting environmental legal thriller that is on par with some other big named authors, give Joel a try. He is passionate about the environment and focuses a lot of his attention writing about the topic. He’s won several awards and has been recognized as one of the rising literary stars in the thriller category. Three of his novels are environm...

The 2021 Annual Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals (AHMP) Conference is July 25-28, 2021. Rebecca (Becky) Neal is the Chair of the AHMP and talks about what you can expect from this year’s virtual conference. Learn what informative topics you need to hear about, who is going to be presenting, how you can earn your continuing education units (CEUs) or continuous maintenance points (CMPs), and how to register for this exciting event. Also, if interest in obtaining your CHMM credential, ...

PFAS is one of the hottest topics in the industry. Can you say Parts Per Quadrillion! In this episode we talk with Taryn McKnight, the PFAS Practice Leader for Eurofins. We cover PFAS regulatory concerns related to how States and the EPA are addressing this emerging contaminant of concern. We dig into laboratory testing and sampling challenges as well as the need for more defined analytical testing methods. Other topics covered include the need for more product and toxicological testing, and a m...

Scott Wisher and Eliot Cooper talks about the Secret to Proper In Situ Remedial Strategies and their experience working with challenging geologic lithologies. We also discuss what information is needed to properly design a remedial approach that will deliver the most effective outcomes by utilizing advanced delivery techniques and Cascade Environmental's proprietary chemical blends. Learn how In Situ Remediation is one of the most effective ways to address source removal and source containment w...

As Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IHMM, Gene Guilford leads and supervises the daily operation of the Institute, its staff, and its strategic initiatives. We talk about his experience leading the organization, their mission, why industry credentials are a differentiator, and the various credential programs the IHMM offers to practicing professionals in the hazardous materials, health, safety, and dangerous goods communities of practice. We also learn how the IHMM is developing young profession...

This week’s podcast interview is with Bruno Pigott, the Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. Bruno give us the State of Union on the Environmental initiatives and future priorities for IDEM in 2021. We had some much to talk about that we had to created two episodes! In Episode 1, you will hear what Bruno's day to day is like as Commissioner, how IDEM is managing staff during the COVID Crisis, the future of Electronic Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in Indiana, and t...

This week’s podcast interview is with Bruno Pigott, the Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, where he give us the State of Union on the Environmental initiatives and future priorities for IDEM in 2021. In episode 2 of this series, we talk about Stormwater Management initiatives, statewide PFAS water sampling programs, Curbside Recycling, and how IDEM managed environmental compliance during the COVID crisis. You will not want to miss this informative episode. So che...

Audrey Van Dyke of EHSE Management Solutions talks about how the ISO standards (14001, 45001, 50001) can help companies improve their quality, consistency, safety, and regulatory compliance by developing and implementing one or more of these management systems. #iso14001 #iso45001 #iso50001 #ems #leadership #safety #auditing #energy

The Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential is one of the most sought after credentials in the industry. We talk with Abby Ferri and explore what it takes to become a CSP, the role they play in the industry during the COVID-19 Pandemic, how she become an industry pro and a host on the Safety Justice League Podcast, and much more! Connect with Abby via LinkedIn. #safety #safetyjusticeleague #COVID-19 #ASSP #safetyfirst

Geri talks with our host Sean Grady about the Oil & Gas industry’s NORM/TENORM regulations, safety requirements, surveying, decontamination licensing, and so much more during this exciting podcast. For more information about NORM SOLUTIONS, contact the NORM Lady at: Geri@normsolutions.com . #NORM SOLUTIONS #SAFETY #Oil&Gas #NORM RSO #NORM SURVEYING