News and Updates
OSHA Hazard Communication: Keeping Workers Safe
Every worker has the right to know what they're being exposed to. That's the whole idea behind OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard — 29 CFR 1910.1200
OSHA's Top 10: The Most Frequently Cited Standards, and What They Tell You
Every fall, OSHA releases its list of the ten standards it cited most often during the previous fiscal year.
Understanding Tier II Reporting Requirements Under EPCRA
Tier II reporting under EPCRA: what it requires, who must file, deadlines, and the mistakes facilities make most. A plain-English breakdown.
How to Avoid the Most Common TCEQ Stormwater Fines
In fiscal year 2025, TCEQ issued more than 19,000 Notices of Violation, referred nearly 2,000 matters to enforcement.
The Annual TCEQ NetDMR Deadline: Escaping the Reporting Nightmare
Your annual Texas stormwater DMR is due March 31 via NetDMR. Learn the filing steps, common errors, and how to avoid late-reporting penalties.
Concrete Batch Plant Environmental Regulations in Texas
Navigate standard air permits, master setback requirements, and bulletproof your stormwater program to stay compliant and avoid operational shutdowns.
Step-by-Step: The Commercial Property Purchase Process & The Phase I ESA
Among the most critical components of this process is the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA).
A Strategic Guide to Partnering with a Texas Environmental Consultant
Why a Texas environmental consultant is a smart investment: cut compliance overhead, avoid TCEQ penalties, and protect operations. Learn more.
Surviving a TCEQ Inspection: The Complete Texas Facility Guide & Checklist
What to do before, during, and after a TCEQ inspection in Texas — from the investigator's arrival to responding to a Notice of Violation.
The Employer’s Guide to Respiratory Medical Evaluations: Saving Time, Avoiding Fines
As an employer, you know that a Respiratory Protection Program is one of the most scrutinized areas during an OSHA inspection.
What Is a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment? (And When You Need One)
A Phase I ESA reviews a commercial property's history to flag environmental liabilities. Learn what it covers and exactly when you need one.
Understanding Your Texas Phase I ESA Report: Decoding REC, CREC, and HREC Findings
Decode your Texas Phase I ESA report. Learn the exact differences between REC, CREC, and HREC findings under ASTM E1527-21.
Texas Stormwater Permit Guide: Navigating TCEQ Compliance (2026 Update)
With the current MSGP cycle expiring in August 2026, every regulated facility in Texas is facing an imminent renewal deadline.
Texas Metal Fabricator's Guide to TCEQ Regulations
For metal fabricators in Texas, achieving true environmental compliance requires looking beyond a single generic permit.