OSHA National Emphasis Programs
Speaker: Dan Engling, MS, CIH, CSP, Vice President, Safety and Industrial Health Services, KERAMIDA Inc.

In this talk, Dan Engling discusses the OSHA National Emphasis Program and what the implications are for your business. From identifying high-risk industries to understanding enforcement strategies and proposed revisions, this talk provides a comprehensive overview of some of the nuances of non-regulated safety hazards and OSHA's efforts to enforce via the General Duty Clause.

Proposed Revisions to Air Emissions Reporting Requirements
Speaker: Kathy Moore, Vice President, Air Services, KERAMIDA Inc.

In this presentation, Kathy Moore breaks down the proposed revisions to air emissions reporting requirements in 2023.

What's changing? This talk covers the key amendments and their potential impact on industries including electronic reporting, provisions to reduce the burden on small businesses, the proposed Phase-In of stationary point source reporting, and much more!

GHG Emissions Accounting 101
Speaker: Nick McCreary, MS, LEED AP, Vice President, Sustainability & Climate Services, KERAMIDA Inc.

In this insightful talk, Nick McCreary discusses Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions accounting basics. Topics covered include the importance of GHG emissions accounting, what GHGs are, Climate Action Planning, and Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.

Workplace Violence Plans
Speaker: Carson Brown, CSP, Senior Project Manager, Safety & Industrial Health Services, KERAMIDA Inc.

Explore the critical topic of workplace violence prevention in this insightful talk by KERAMIDA's Carson Brown. In today's dynamic work environments, ensuring the safety and well-being of employees is paramount. Join us as we delve into the nuances of workplace violence, discussing its various forms and the importance of proactive measures including the development of a comprehensive workplace violence plan.

Current Trends in Sustainability
Speaker: Amber Greaney, MPA, LEED GA, ENV SP, Livable City Solutions Manager, KERAMIDA Inc.

In this talk, Amber Greaney delves into the ever-evolving landscape of sustainability discussing the latest developments and trends. This talk sheds light on crucial topics such as essential regulations and vendor requests that demand your attention and how they may influence your company's sustainability strategy. Discover the significance of climate scenario analysis and who will be mandated to undertake it, as well as the growing importance of climate transition plans, driven by investor demands. Additionally, Ms. Greaney provides a clear breakdown of the distinctions between carbon offsets and Renewable Energy Credits (RECs).

R2D2 - Discoveries of the Risk-Based Closure Guide and Companion Program Guides
Speakers: Mike Devir, Senior Engineer, Land Services, KERAMIDA Inc., and Brian Harrington, Senior Vice President, Land Services, KERAMIDA Inc.

In this talk, Mike Devir and Brian Harrington discuss the specifics of Indiana's Risk-Based Closure Guide (R2) and Companion Program Guides.

This talk outlines the primary and notable updates to the guides, including vapor intrusion and contaminated soil policies.

Indiana’s New Industrial Stormwater Permit Overview
Speaker: Kristen Belcredi, P.E., C.H.M.M., Senior Vice President, Air & Engineering Services

Indiana has not updated its Industrial Stormwater Discharge General Permit “Rule 6” regulations since 2003. This presentation summarizes what IDEM (Indiana Department of Environmental Management) has been doing in the past couple of years to update its program. At a national and state level, additions have been made in the last 20 years to the regulatory framework for manufacturers and other parts of the supply chain regarding stormwater monitoring and quality standards. In 2021, the EPA issued its Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) and many states have used that as a guide to update their general permits.

Likewise, Indiana is in the process of updating its stormwater permitting requirements. In July 2022, a draft permit was sent to EPA. Between October 2022 and March 2023, IDEM collaborated with a workgroup of interested parties to further refine the draft permit. A revised draft permit will be provided to EPA again prior to putting the draft permit out for public comment. The public comment phase will occur in 2024, followed by issuance of the final permit. Potential changes in the current Indiana general permit include monitoring for additional pollutants and more frequent monitoring. The additional pollutants will be specific to the permittee’s business sector (i.e. SIC code). Regardless of the sector, the permittee will need to compare their monitoring results to numerical benchmarks. If the benchmarks are exceeded, the permittee will be required to implement corrective measures with the goal of lowering the concentrations in the runoff and achieving the benchmark levels. Success in the quality improvements will be based on quarterly sampling that must continue until the benchmark goals are achieved. Permittees will also need to know more about the stream that receives their stormwater. Is the stream an “impaired water”? Is there a TMDL (Total Maximum Daily Load)? These designations are made by IDEM and are longstanding programs in the agency’s management of waters of the state. However, the new General Permit will be the first widespread application of these programs to stormwater runoff from industrial sites. KERAMIDA’s forecast? The IDEM Stormwater General Permit for Industrial Activities will be on the Bestsellers Reading list for Environmental Managers in 2024.

KERAMIDA’s recommendations? Before the permit is issued, identify your 1) sector, 2) benchmarks, and 3) receiving water status. Then determine how you may be impacted by the new permit requirements.