Most common EHS misconceptions
What are some of the most common misconceptions you guys see in the field? One thing I see constantly is drums having labels on the lid as opposed to the side. For whatever reason people think that’s how it’s supposed to be. Seen this at every place I’ve worked. Obviously it’s petty, but easy pickings for regulators.
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Yes!! The whole “this is how we’ve always done it” response is so prevalent especially when it comes to hazardous waste requirements. Some employees thought I was only making extra work for them. It can be frustrating...
Even though training has always said “don’t do this”, it’s common to see fall protection harness and respirator hanging in the back of the truck cab in the sun.
Another comment I run into to this day is we always did this way in the past.
Confusion between satellite location and storage of hazardous materials.
The concept of "grandfathered in" - I've seen people who actually believe something illegal, if old enough - is ok