The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)announces new hexavalent chromium employee notification requirements.
US Environmental Protection Agency
National Emission Standards
for Hazardous Air Pollutants
NESHAP
· Federal Register Final Rule
· NESHAP Final Rule Summary
· NESHAP Requirements
· Initial Notification Sample
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There has been a great deal of conversation about
"Going Green" lately. The truth is that the auto
body refinish industry has been doing just that
for years. Shops have invested in HVLP
technology, spray booths, gun washers,
solvent recyclers, etc.
There is now a way to be recognized for your
efforts!
Pro Finishes PLUS has partnered with the
Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA)
Design for the Environment (DfE) to
recognize shops that have implemented the
DfE's list of "Best Practices".
The process towards recognition involves a
shop audit, designed by the EPA, which
focuses on the following five categories:
· Surface Preparation Activities
· Paint Mixing
· Spray Painting
· Spray Gun Cleaning
· Health and Safety Management
The audit is not a regulatory compliance tool,
however, some of the "Best Practices" included
may be mandated by EPA and OSHA standards.
Shops that demonstrate the required level of
commitment to protect workers and minimize
Currently, Pro Finishes PLUS is the only company
in the country offering this program.
See the list of our Customers that have acheived
this recognition.