March 1 --  Welcome to the March issue of 3E HazMat MattersPlease forward this newsletter to any colleagues who might find it useful or have them request a subscription by clicking here. For information on how to opt-out, see the instructions at the end of this email.

In this Issue:

3E News
Ask the 3Experts
3E in the News
Tips N Tricks
Special Offer for All WERCS Users
Events - Conferences, User Group Events & Speaking Engagements
Industry Articles - News You Can Use

3E News ...........................................................................................................................

3E Wins EBJ Business Achievement Award - 3E recently announced that it has received an EBJ Business Achievement Award in the IT Merit category. The Company was recognized for its continuing dedication to providing the highest quality services and solutions for managing EH&S compliance throughout the chemical lifecycle.  You can view the full announcement here.

Ask the 3Experts.....................................................................................................

"What do I need to know about the New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC)?"

 

The New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) has replaced the Interim Inventory of Chemicals.  In January 2007, the Environmental Risk Management Authority (ERMA) New Zealand published the New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC), which replaces the previously existing New Zealand Interim Inventory of Chemicals published on June 30, 2006. The NZIoC, which can be obtained from the ERMA website, includes all CAS numbers and chemical names that have been verified (invalid or obsolete CAS numbers have been removed and valid alternatives have been added accordingly). ERMA New Zealand is also in the process of developing a searchable NZIoC database. 

 

Manufacturers and importers are required to notify ERMA if a mixture or product contains a hazardous substance that is not on the NZIoC (i.e., any new substance). Additionally, any new substance must have an individual HSNO approval before it can be manufactured or imported into New Zealand. 

 

You can learn more about ERMA New Zealand and the NZIoC here.

 

- Christina Widodo, J.D. 


Ms. Widodo is manager, Asia Pacific regulatory affairs.  As an Asia Pacific Regulatory specialist, Ms. Widodo manages 3E’s Asia Pacific regulatory issues.

 


 

Adhesives & Sealants Magazine has invited 3E to present a series of Web seminars.  The first seminar is entitled:

"HazMat Compliance on a Budget”

Most organizations do not have a comprehensive EH&S compliance plan in place, leaving them exposed to fines, or worse, not being prepared in the event of a spill or an emergency. Managing the information around their EH&S HazMat information is a critical aspect of any safety department. Companies need to be able to diagnose their HazMat compliance information and requirements, to determine any shortcomings - and then determine how they will address them. Having the foundation of a good inventory of HazMat information will also ensure the safety and well-being of employees.

3E's Michael Beckel will address:

  • How to conduct an on-site assessment of HazMat compliance information;
  • The direct and indirect (often hidden) costs associated with compliance related tasks and omissions;
  • The marshalling of resources to meet these challenges.

Mr. Beckel will also present a series of analyses and tasks that need to be performed in order to face the challenges of HazMat compliance in a systematic manner. He will also discuss the many options organizations have in order to successfully manage HazMat data in the most cost-effective manner. 

Mr. Beckel is manager of consulting services for 3E. He has more than twenty years of experience in environmental science and safety management. 

When:  Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Time:  8:00 a.m. PST
Cost:  $149
How:  Web browser
Register: 
Here

3E in the News............................................................................................................

The February issue of Facility Safety Management included an article on managing compliance throughout the entire chemical lifecycle by 3E's Prabhu Natarajan, Julia Tsvetkova, and Tamie Webber.  Read the full article, "Hazardous Materials Inventory: Monitoring Chemical Compliance from Cradle to Grave" here.

The February issue of EEI's Manufacturer's Report included a case study on how DTE Energy utilizes 3E compliance management services.  You can view the full case study here.

Tips N Tricks ....................................................................................................................

Attention 3E Online customers! Do you know what facilities within your organization are using the same hazardous materials?

To find the answer, simply login to 3E Online and:

  • Select the Inventory Tab at the top of the screen.  
  • A drop down box will appear that will allow you to select the Inventory Reports option.
  • There will be a report available entitled "by Product Name."  Select this option.
  • Once you have run this report you will be able to view each product in your Catalog and all of the locations in your facility tree that are associated with that product.

This report will also allow you to note which products are used throughout your organization and which are only available at a specific facility. This information could also help your Purchasing department check the consistency of the types of hazardous materials that are ordered throughout your organization.

Special Offers .................................................................................................................

CALLING ALL WERCS USERS!  Did you know that Ariel regulatory data powers 70% of the world's top chemical manufacturers? 

If you currently author MSDSs on leading platforms such as The WERCS®, SAP®, or other platforms, powerful integration of Ariel data is now available via Ariel Data Manager™ (ADM), a simple-to-use yet powerful data loading and change management tool that will help you efficiently manage regulatory data updates as well as understand the impact of regulatory changes on your business. In fact, if you are a current WERCS user, we would like to tell you about a very special, limited time offer we are making available to your company.

The power of Ariel data can now be available to you at a fraction of the cost of what you're currently spending for regulatory data. Call us and we will show you that switching to Ariel data can be as good as getting an entire year of data free of cost and attractive savings in subsequent years!

Sound too good to be true?  What do you have to lose?  70% of the world's top chemical companies can't be wrong!  Call us today at 888-464-2960, or send an e-mail to info@3ecompany.com.  As our thanks, you will be entered into a drawing for a free Magellan hand-held GPS™.

Events..........................................................................................................................

CONFERENCES

Come visit 3E at the following shows in March:

ASSE - Orange County Chapter - Annual PDC
March 2, 2007
Location:  Doubletree Hotel, Orange, CA

Texas Safety Conference & Expo
March 5-6, 2007
Location:    George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, TX

Global Chemical Regulations Conference
March 7-9, 2007
Location:    Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, Baltimore, MD

Georgia Association of Water Professionals Industrial Conference
March 14-15, 2007
Location:  Georgia International Trade & Convention Center

Oregon Governor's Occupational Safety & Health Conference
March 12-15, 2007
Location:    Oregon Convention Center, Portland, OR

Ohio Safety Congress & Expo
March 20-22, 2007
Location:    International Exposition Center, Cleveland, OH

16th Annual Business & Industry's EH&S Symposium
March 28-29, 2007
Location:  Duke Energy Center, Cincinnati, OH

USER GROUPS

Attention all 3E Ariel users who are planning to attend the Global Chemical Regulations Conference!  3E invites you to arrive early and join our Ariel User Group Event for an interactive presentation to learn about the new features and content of the Ariel products.

Interact with other Ariel users in an informal setting, share mutual experiences and learn how other users are putting the product to use in their companies!  Don't miss the opportunity to meet the people behind Ariel and to provide valuable feedback that will aid us in developing our next generation offerings.

Date:  March 7, 2007

Time:  10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (lunch provided)

Dinner:  7:00 p.m. at Kali's Court (transportation provided)

Location:  Courtyard by Marriott, Baltimore, MD

Space is limited so register now! Please contact Erica Miller at emiller@3ecompany.com with questions or to RSVP

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Robert S. Christie, 3E's CEO and president, will be speaking on "Managing Growth at Warp Speed" to the San Diego chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth at its monthly breakfast meeting in March. 

Date:  March 20, 2007

Time: 7:00 a.m.

Location:  DoubleTree Hotel, San Diego, CA

Cost:  ACG Members $25 • Guests $60

Industry Articles:  News You Can Use...............................................................................

From GreenBiz.com

Toxic Chemicals Can Keep Products Off the Shelves

From Safety Online

OSHA Signs New Alliance With Roadway Safety And Health Partners

From The National Review

Wrath of the Regulators

From SOCMA's Chemical Bond Express

EPA Enforcement Efforts Dramatically Increasing

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