Switzerland | Heftier fines and new rules for noisy vehicles
The Swiss government has announced that revving engines unnecessarily or emitting exhaust noise will cost more in the future. In a 2023 […]
Canada | Record fine imposed after workplace deaths
SaskPower was sentenced and now faces a historic workplace fine of $840,000, the largest in Saskatchewan’s history. The penalty follows three safety […]
Italy | Rome to tackle waste crisis with billion-euro incinerator
City authorities say Rome aims to solve its waste management issues within three years by spending around €1 billion on a new […]
Australia | Asbestos company and director fined $500,000 for illegal dumping
A Queensland demolition company and its director have been fined more than $500,000 for illegally dumping toxic waste, including asbestos, near residential […]
Canada | Alberta business fined $1 Million for unlawful deposit of effluent into the Peace River
At the Alberta Court of Justice, Mercer Peace River Pulp Ltd. was ordered to pay a $1 million fine after pleading guilty […]
USA | Chemical manufacturer to pay $1.3 million penalty after 2019 plant explosion
Chemical products manufacturer AB Specialty Silicones LLC will pay $1.3 million in penalties after a 2019 explosion and fire at its Waukegan […]
How to Identify EHS Compliance Requirements for Your Industry
Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance is essential for protecting your workforce and minimising environmental impact. Failure to meet industry-specific regulations can […]
USA | Company to pay $5.5 million penalty and upgrade facilities in Utah to resolve Clean Air Act violations
The U.S. EPA and Department of Justice announced a settlement with Ovintiv USA Inc. for over $16 million to resolve Clean Air […]
Managing Bullying and Harassment at Work: Expert Insights on Prevention & Action
Bullying and harassment continue to be significant workplace issues, with the Trades Union Congress reporting nearly one-third of people have been bullied […]
England | Construction company fined after fatal fall
A grandfather died after falling through a hole in his bathroom left by workers. Kenneth Armitage, 81, fell through an unguarded hole […]
USA | Animal food plant found to have exposed workers to explosion, fire, and respiratory hazards
Federal workplace safety inspectors found a Wisconsin animal food producer exposed employees to explosion, fire, and respiratory risks from excessive airborne dust. […]
A bright future for Barbour EHS as part of Inflexion
In February 2024, Marlowe plc agreed to sell Barbour EHS, William Martin, Elogs, and Prosure360 to Inflexion after regulatory approval. For customers […]