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SDS Compliance Across Jurisdictions: What You Need to Know

Navigating global chemical compliance can be a daunting task—especially when it comes to Safety Data Sheets (SDSs). While the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals was developed to standardize chemical safety information worldwide, the reality is far more fragmented. Each country implements GHS differently — some…
Alex Milan
06/11/25
Compliance & Regulatory NewsEnvironmental Health & SafetyOSHA

OSHA Requirements for Using Propane in Your Forklift Fleet: A Complete Guide

As businesses rely on propane-powered forklifts for efficiency and productivity, it is crucial to understand the potential hazards associated with propane use and to adhere to stringent safety regulations. Propane, while an effective and commonly used fuel source, is highly volatile and poses significant risks if mishandled. Accidents involving propane…
Alex Milan
05/12/25
Compliance & Regulatory NewsOSHA

5 Myths About OSHA Compliance Officers

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) was enacted in 1970 to set workplace safety standards and ensure employers create a safe working environment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforces these regulations, leading to a reduction in work-related injuries and fatalities. However, misconceptions about OSHA compliance officers persist,…
Alex Milan
04/11/25
Compliance & Regulatory NewsGHSOSHA

Navigating Chemical Compliance: OSHA, REACH, GHS, and CLP

When it comes to hazardous chemicals and regulatory compliance, businesses must navigate a complex web of agencies, standards, and legal requirements. Understanding the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) is crucial for ensuring workplace safety and compliance. Additionally, organizations operating internationally must also adhere to REACH…
Alex Milan
04/07/25
Compliance & Regulatory NewsEnvironmental Health & SafetyHazardous Compliance ExplainedOSHA

Hazardous Compliance Explained: Environmental vs. Transportation

Understanding the responsibility for safety data sheets and chemical labeling is imperative to ensuring compliance with safety regulations. We’ve provided a complete guide on understanding hazardous compliance and responsibilities here. But what about the implications of hazardous materials from an environmental standpoint vs transportation requirements? Are these regulations different? Whenever…
Alex Milan
09/30/24
Compliance & Regulatory NewsEnvironmental Health & SafetyHazardous Compliance ExplainedOSHA

Hazardous Compliance Explained: Defining Hazardous

Manufacturers and distributors alike are subject to compliance, but attitudes toward compliance from those entities range from blissful ignorance to deliberate defiance. But navigating the laws and agencies can prove challenging at best. The goal of this article series is to provide insight into the communication and handling of what…
Alex Milan
09/27/24