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HRP South Carolina returns to the track for this year's Frankies 500! This annual coworker go-cart race has a safety component. This year, we task our racers with remembering and reciting roadway safety tips as they navigate the course. Check out the video to find out who will take the coveted prize this year! Don't forget to subscribe to HRP for more videos on Environmental, Health and Safety, Engineering, Geology, and much more! https://lnkd.in/eZaeqsUu. #GoCarting #Fun #SouthCarolina #Safety #NationalSafetyMonth #RoadwaySafety #AEC #AECIndustry #Engineering #Environmental #Compliance #Geology #Consulting

At HRP Associates, Inc., we're committed to helping businesses meet their sustainability targets with a range of eco-friendly services. One of our key strategies comes through green remediation, which minimizes environmental footprints during cleanup actions by considering energy usage, renewables, emissions, and waste. And while there are a variety of ways to enact green remediation strategies, one standout approach is bioremediation, where we use naturally occurring, non-genetically modified microbial organisms, like our innovative Enviro-BAC, to facilitate the bioremediation of petroleum impacts. Developed in partnership with a leading microbial manufacturer, Enviro-BAC consists of Bacillus bacteria spores, effective in both oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor environments. This makes Enviro-BAC perfect for applications such as remediating soil and groundwater treatments of petroleum releases. Approved by regulatory agencies across the U.S., Enviro-BAC offers a sustainable solution for petroleum impacts and is currently being tested against emerging contaminants like the forever chemicals of PFAS, as well as microplastics. In the image, you'll see a couple of cups - one with some petroleum and the other after Enviro-BAC has done its work. You can learn more about Enviro-BAC by following the link below, and feel free to reach out to us to learn more about this product. https://lnkd.in/eeRhMK7T #Sustainability #GreenRemediation #Bioremediation #EnviroBAC #EcoFriendly #EnvironmentalImpact #HRPAssociates #AEC #AECindustry #Engineering #Environmental #Compliance #Geology #Consulting #PFAS #Environmental #Investigation

📢 Important Update: PFOA and PFOS Designated as CERCLA Hazardous Substances 🚨 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has officially designated perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). This rule was published in the Federal Register on May 8, 2024, and will become effective on July 8, 2024. To learn more, follow the link below for all of our PFAS Pulse headlines and to view the full article. While you're there, don't forget to subscribe to The Pulse to stay up-to-date with all the latest PFAS-related news. https://lnkd.in/evicjHdQ #EnvironmentalUpdate #CERCLA #EPA #PFAS #PFOA #PFOS #Regulations #EnvironmentalProtection #PFASPulse #AEC #AECindustry #Compliance #ForeverChemicals

In honor of #WorldEnvironmentDay, we're excited to share a recap of our quarterly roadside cleanup efforts of the highway we've adopted just outside our Greenville office. We chose this road to adopt because of its location (located right behind Judson Mill where the Greenville, SC office is) and its slope, which can direct debris into Brushy Creek, a tributary of the Reedy River. By regularly picking up trash, we aim to prevent plastic, Styrofoam, and other waste from polluting the Reedy River, as well as keeping the roadway clean. This effort is an example of our culture at HRP Associates, Inc. - facilitating camaraderie amongst our staff while also aligning with our sustainability goals and our passion for the environment. World Environment Day is a call to action for the protection of our planet, and cleaning up our local environment has a positive impact on both our community and the world. By taking responsibility for our immediate surroundings, we contribute to a healthier planet, proving that small, consistent actions can lead to significant environmental benefits. https://lnkd.in/eZzpyWVX #WorldEnvironmentDay #AdoptAHighway #HRP #RoadsideCleanup #GreenvilleSC #SouthCarolina

HRP is pleased to announce the addition of Mike D. as a Senior Consultant. Working out of our Farmington, CT office, Mike’s responsibilities include the technical support of projects focusing on environmental health and safety compliance and hazmat. Mike is also able to assist with geology-related projects. “I am ecstatic to be given the opportunity to join HRP Associates, Inc., not merely about the job itself, but the boundless opportunities it offers for growth, learning, and contribution,” said Mike. “I look forward to collaborating with passionate individuals, to innovate, and make meaningful impacts on our clients and environment. I can confidently say that every day, HRP will provide me with opportunities to formulate new ideas, tackle challenges, and achieve milestones both on a personal level and within the industry.” Let's give a warm welcome to one of the newest members of our Farmington, Connecticut office, Mike D! https://lnkd.in/eqSzYd_n #Welcome #NewHire #TeamTuesday #Environmental #Engineering #Compliance #Geology #Consulting #AEC #AECIndustry #Farmington #Connecticut #FarmingtonCT

For Jessica Eubanks, HRP’s new Corporate Health and Safety Officer, #NationalSafetyMonth is about more than double-checking regulatory compliance and ticking boxes: it’s an opportunity to raise awareness about preventing injuries and accidents in all aspects of life. From the workplace to home to on the road, the month is marked as a time to educate people about safety measures and promote a culture of safety-conscious behavior.   That’s been Jessica’s focus throughout the majority of her career. And while she is only a couple of months into her position as HRP’s Corporate Health and Safety Officer, in a way, her journey to joining HRP started several years ago.   “I come from a manufacturing background,” says Jessica. “I spent a portion of my career working in manufacturing dealing primarily with assembly operations. When I received my first hazardous waste certification, HRP’s Jackie Baxley was the one to sign off on the training. I had always been a fan of HRP Associates, Inc., and now I’m here working for them.”   Jessica comes to HRP with over 15 years of environmental health and safety experience. Prior to joining HRP, her background had been primarily in manufacturing operations, mostly in the automotive field.   “Health and Safety has always been my passion. At the first manufacturing facility I worked for, I started off as a production floor operator. When a position opened up in document control, which involved implementing procedures for the operators, I jumped at the opportunity. But that’s where my passion for safety started – on the production floor.” To learn more about Jessica, follow the link below! https://lnkd.in/ezWf8Nr2 #NationalSafetyMonth #CorporateHealthAndSafety #Safety #AEC #AECindustry #Engineering #Environmental #Compliance #Geology #Consulting

Have you ever wondered how safety rules get made and put in place? If so, the latest episode of 3:12 The HRP Podcast has you covered. Join HRP's EHS&S experts as we take you behind the scenes on Hazard Identifications and Controls. Don't forget to stick around for the play hard section of the podcast where we'll get to know Jessica Eubanks, HRP's Corporate Health & Safety Officer. Subscribe to HRP for more videos on Environmental, Health and Safety, Engineering, Geology, and much more! https://lnkd.in/e4GAC_ie. https://lnkd.in/e95Hd_Qg #Podcast #HRPPodcast #Hazard #Safety #AEC #AECindustry #Engineering #Environmental #Compliance #Geology #Consulting

Don't miss HRP Associates, Inc.'s free webinar tomorrow pertaining to #PFAS compliance updates to EPCRA and TSCA. Registration 👇 Jackie Baxley Tad Goetcheus, PE Bryan Massa, LSP Thomas Darby Daniel D Titus Jason Davis Jacob Smith, CIH Christina Blaszkiewicz, PG Justin Evans Kathlynn Majors Todd Janson Jason A. Beach Richard Kochan

Attention Environmental Managers! Looking to stay compliant with hazardous waste regulations? Join us for a comprehensive RCRA Hazardous Waste Training and DOT Hazardous Materials Training session on June 6, 2024, in Greenville, SC. 🔍 Dive deep into hazardous waste regulations and transportation protocols. 📚 Learn about classification, packaging, labeling, and more. 🎓 Earn Certificates of Completion and stay ahead in your field. RCRA Hazardous Waste Training HRP's fast-paced RCRA seminar is designed to provide both entry-level and experienced environmental managers with a comprehensive review of state and federal hazardous waste regulations. The four-hour seminar assists industry in meeting their annual RCRA training requirement. Regulatory examples and case histories are used during this seminar to emphasize and reinforce aspects of the hazardous waste regulations. The key training topics include: DOT Hazardous Materials Training The highly-interactive DOT four-hour training program is designed to provide both entry level and experienced environmental managers with an in-depth understanding of how to properly prepare a hazardous material package for transportation and their responsibilities under the DOT’s Hazardous Material Transportation regulations. Who Should Attend Those involved in the following activities should attend the RCRA training:  - Hazardous Waste Accumulation - Hazardous Waste Management - Hazardous Waste Shipping - Hazardous Waste Recordkeeping or Reporting - Environmental Compliance - Risk Management - Emergency Management Those involved in the following activities should attend the DOT training:  - Shipping hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste - Receiving hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste - Preparing shipping papers and/or waste manifests - Packaging hazardous materials - Preparing packages of hazardous materials for shipment - Supervising employees who perform any of the functions above 📌 Schedule:  🗓️ June 6, 2024 RCRA Training: 8:00am - 12:00pm DOT Training: 1:00pm - 5:00pm Instructor: Jackie Baxley, PE Location: Greenville, SC Secure your spot today by following the link below! https://lnkd.in/ewS2GdeQ #HRP #AEC #AECindustry #Engineering #Environmental #Compliance #Geology #Consulting #Sustainability #RCRA #DOT #HazardousWaste #Training #Compliance #EnvironmentalManagement

ICYMI!!! ☝ ☝ ☝ ☝ ☝ There have been quite a few #EHS regulatory changes that our team at HRP Associates, Inc. has been tracking: * May 20 - Final rule published on amendments to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, * April 30 - EPA Finalizes ban on most uses of Methylene Chloride * April 19 - Final rule published designating PFOA and PFOS (and their salts and structural isomers) as CERCLA Hazardous Substances, * April 10 - Final rule published setting final and enforceable Maximum Contaminant Levels for 6 PFAS chemicals in drinking water, * March 28 - Final rule published requiring Facility Response Plans for Clean Water Act Hazardous Substances, and * March 18 - EPA finalizes ban on ongoing uses of asbestos. Questions about any of these rules, reach out to me or your favorite HRP Associates, Inc. team member! Tad Goetcheus, PE, Daniel D Titus, Alicia Mojica Washington, Shaun Malin, PG, Jason A. Beach, Jesse Zahn, Bryan Massa, LSP, Richard Kochan, Jessica Eubanks, Jacob Smith, CIH, Justin Evans, Jason Davis, Bryan Sherman, David Webster, CSP, Michael Steinberg, Cynthia Olley, Kathlynn Majors, Matthew Wallace, Victoria Keschinger, Demetrius Stavros, EIT, Taylor Jones Stewart, EIT, Taylor Kim, EIT, Jake Tracy, QISP, Abigail Searles, Mike DiFabio, Melissa Gualtieri, Jorge Bejarano,