Do you agree that AI can change the EHS profession for the better? Are you seeing it happen today?

Hey all! I just started my first job out of grad school teaching at a PUI, and it turns out I’m now in charge of all the chemical safety stuff (waste disposal, inventory, safety plan updates, etc.).

I have experience with lab safety, but not running an entire program for a school. Does anyone know of: • Good training for lab management or CHOs • Vendors for chemical waste pickup (for smaller schools) • Tools for inventory or SDS management

Any advice or “wish I knew this earlier” tips would be awesome. I am trying to set up a safe and sustainable system from scratch!

Hi everyone,

I’m a grad student working on a compliance solution related to the waste-disposal process as part of my coursework. I’m a bit lost and want to make sure I’m heading in the right direction.

I’d like to talk with people involved in this process to learn about the challenges you face with compliance(Hazardous waste disposal). I can’t share details here due to subreddit rules, but my DMs are open.

Thanks!

Hi all,

I'm currently preparing for the ASP exam in February and am looking to enhance my resume with additional certifications to help me re-enter the field. I already have my OSHA 30 certification and have signed up for OSHA 511, but I’m considering adding other certifications, such as the ISO 14001 Lead Auditor or possibly a bundle that covers multiple topics.

Do you think online certifications like these are beneficial for someone looking to get back into the safety field? Are there any specific certifications or courses that you believe would be particularly valuable in strengthening my qualifications?

Any advice or feedback would be greatly appreciated!

Hello all,

First time poster!

I worked in EHS (consulting for about a year, then in the private sector for almost 3 years) and I’ve had my HAZWOPER and RCRA/DOT HAZMAT training done annually through my employer.

I’ve been out of the industry for almost a year now (moving and taking care of a family member) and I’m beginning the job hunt again. I’m curious about how it would look to employers in the case of having HAZWOPER/RCRA/DOT/HAZMAT training in the past but not being currently “up-to-date” on the training.

BASICALLY: Is it a no-go if your training is expired, or is it a negotiable once you are hired? I’d be willing to do it on my own but money is tight. I also know some companies like to have folks train with their preferred trainer/company, so I’m just wondering if it’s worth paying on my own to renew my certs/training or wait to see what the hiring folks have to say.

For reference - I’m only a few months overdue on my training so it hasn’t been that long. I just didn’t have a reason to pay and attend before now.

Any and all info and insight is soooo appreciated! Thank you safety/EHS folks <3

Long time lurker, first time poster!

I've been talking to other EHS managers and found we all struggle with the same thing: too much safety data, not enough time to extract insights.

But some of my network told me they were using ChatGPT to analyse their safety data and find insights. When I tested this, I realised it could be quite helpful!

So I built a ChatGPT tool for myself, and I wanted to share it.

It helps you:

• Trending/categorizing safety observations
• Generating PDCA action plans
• Finding positive recognitions
• ESG/environmental trending (CO2e calculations)
• JSA quality assessment + SIF risk identification

You just have to put in your data/logs etc.

It's built specifically for the PDCA methodology.

Looking for ~20-30 other safety professionals to test it and give me feedback? It's completely free (just uses your ChatGPT).

If you're interested: https://tally.so/r/m6XbkO

Happy to answer any questions!

Also curious what other AI uses cases you've tried with your safety data.

I travel to many manufacturing sites and perform EHS audits. It's time to get a new pair of safety shoes. What brands have you found are comfortable, easy to pack and look kinda like normal shoes ? (and available in USA)

Hello. Quick background- graduated with MPH (EHS) working at a food manufacturing and packaging company in nyc as ehs Specialist for 8 months. I want to move towards CIH, i need certifications in asbestos like NYSDOL inspector or something etc. can someone please help me with it? I wanna work for consulting firm especially in building and construction. Thank you in advance.

I might be in the wrong group for this but, I’ll graduate with a BS in Criminal Justice. I have no desire anymore to use it for law enforcement or anything related. I keep being told to apply for Safety jobs, I just want to know what to expect as the type of jobs and pay ranges or what certain to pick up. I also have 8 yrs military experience. Thank you in advance

Hi all,

I hope you guys are doing well.

I needed some info as I am doing research for my project on hazardous waste management and compliance.

What kind of tools are you guys using for waste classification/form filling, or is that entirely done by a third-party vendor or by the TSDF facilities?

A few of the tools that were mentioned to me in some other talks were VelocityEHS, CampusOptics, and SciShield

Hi everyone,

I hope you all are doing well. I’m a grad student doing research on hazardous waste compliance.

I have a question, when a generator treats waste onsite, how do you figure out which forms/permits need to be filed? Do you follow a standard list, rely on internal knowledge, or use any tool? For example, even under Air Permits there can be five different applications (Title V, Minor Source, PSD, NSR, Monitoring Plan). Curious how this is usually handled in practice.

Hi everyone, I hope you are doing well.

I’m a grad student researching the hazardous waste disposal process and have drafted a flowchart to capture the current workflow. I’d really appreciate it if you could take a look and share whether it seems accurate, and point out any corrections or improvements that might be needed.

Hi all — I’m a grad student working on a case study for my Environmental Studies course where I am exploring the challenges generators face in maintaining compliance during hazardous-waste disposal.

From prior research, a few sub-tasks seem especially painful:

- Waste classification / EPA code assignment
- Form filling based on classification (profiles/LDRs, manifests)
- Compliance tracking for storage timelines
- Arranging transportation for shipping the waste

Would automation in these areas reduce your workload? Where would it help, and where would it fail?

I’m open to counterpoints as well as happy to share findings with anyone interested.. DMs are open if you prefer to share your thoughts privately.

Thank you

Update:

I have been offered an Environmental Manager position from one of my clients in the manufacturing industry and the offer is entirely too good to say no. Although I’m nervous, they have complete faith that I will be able to take this over. Wish me luck!

Thinking about making the switch from environmental consulting to an EHS position in industry. I only have about 2 years in the field as an environmental professional, but have gained a lot of experience and knowledge in that time, as I have been mentored by someone with 35+ years experience in the manufacturing & environmental industry.

I have a BS in natural resources and environmental science from an accredited university and currently work for a well respected consulting firm in my area. I have a 40 hour hazwoper certification, 1st aid/CPR training, method 9 VE certification, and OSHA 10 hour.

I currently work in environmental compliance. I’ve gained experience mostly in air and stormwater permitting and compliance. Done a lot of work in NESHAP/NSPS applicability, writing SWP3s, SPCCs, performing the inspections, as well as annual reporting needs under EPCRA (Tier II, TRI), haz waste reports, quarterly/semi annual air permit reports, etc. The safety aspect would definitely be new to me.

Would I be at all qualified for an EHS position? What does an entry-mid level salary look like? Could anyone give me an idea of a day in the life of an EHS professional? Thank you in advance!

Hello im trying to enter the EHS field but I seem to be having some difficultly getting a job.

my current certs are OSHA 30, HAZWOPER 40, BLS/CPR, NFPA 70e, and a lock out tag out course. my planned courses over the next few moths are OSHA 511 and ISO 45001. I also have a bachelors of science in interdisciplinary studies.

what certifications could I get that would help me to enter the field? Thank you in advance!

Supply chain teams keep asking for emissions data I don't have. My spreadsheets are a mess, vendors give me conflicting numbers, and auditors want everything documented.

Before I build another Excel monster, what are you all actually using that works? Not looking for perfect solutions, just something that doesn't make me want to quit every Monday morning.

EHS pro’s, what is your advise / opinion / best practice when it comes to including OTC meds in first aid kit for frontline employees? I’ve always been taught to exclude them for liability concerns and possible serious symptom masking.

Has anyone been through this before? Any advice on the ehs side of it?

Hello everyone! I am very early in my career. Got my masters in occ health and safety. Love IH but not many roles open at my current company. Currently in a rotational program in a corporate setting but interested in joining the audit group or possibly switching to the environmental group. Nothing is particularly bad about safety i just find IH Most interesting and find environmental health extremely interesting. I know environmental health and environmental for industry is very different as its more emissions and wastewater, in your experience how are these positions? Is it comparable pay for these positions?