April 26, 2011 - Welcome to the latest issue of the 3E EH&S Express! Please 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.
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3E RegReport
We are excited to launch a useful new feature in this month's issue of the 3E EH&S Express! In the 3E RegReport, you will find headlines for the latest regulatory news and announcements from around the globe. We anticipate that this new section will be a valuable tool for readers navigating the myriad of regulations that impact companies around the globe.
Ariel WebInsight users receive comprehensive global regulatory data whenever they access their account. To learn more, or to schedule your personalized demonstration and free trial, please click here.
3E News
Upcoming User Conferences: Paris and Washington, DC
Current 3E customers are invited to join us in one of Europe's most fabulous cities for the 2011 3E Company European User Conference 11-12 May, 2011 in Paris, France. This year's event promises to  deliver two information-packed days covering the latest regulatory trends, including REACH, CLP and GHS. Product sessions will cover new enhancements and features to Ariel WebInsight, MSDgen, Ariel SAP EHSM solutions, 3E Online-MSDS, ArielLogic, 3E GPA and more.
You can view a draft agenda here. Space is limited so reserve your seat today and register here!
Current 3E customers are also invited to attend 3E Company's 2011 Ariel™ North American User Conference, June 8-9, 2011 in Chevy Chase, MD at the Courtyard Marriott.
 Ariel User Group events are a great way to obtain more value from Ariel products and services, learn about future product development plans, provide valuable feedback about our current offerings, to influence the future development of products and services, network with peers and share valuable experiences!
This year's event promises to deliver two information-packed days covering the latest regulatory trends, including REACH, GHS and CLP. Product sessions will cover new enhancements to and best practices for Ariel WebInsight, Ariel SAP EHSM Solutions, ArielLogic, 3E GPA and more.
Customers not yet using Ariel products are also encouraged to attend to learn more about all of the ways 3E can help manage regulatory compliance and product stewardship.
You can view a draft agenda here, and reserve your spot at this free event here.
Upcoming User Events: AIHce and ASSE
Attendees of our AIHce and ASSE user events will be treated to a demo of 3E Mobile - MSDS, the first mobile site of its kind to offer instant access to hazardous material inventories and associated MSDSs via smartphone. With 3E Mobile – MSDS, responders can rapidly access product information at the scene of the incident, regardless of its location, and react in a timely manner to mitigate its impact, prevent injuries, and reduce damage to the facility.
AIHce User Group Event - Portland, OR
If you are a current 3E customer, and are planning to attend AIHce in Portland, May 14 - 19, 2011, or if you are based out of the Portland area, join 3E Company on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and networking with other 3E users and learn how others are using 3E's services to improve their EH&S compliance. We hope you can join us for this special event!
Date: Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: AIHce Headquarters - Hilton Portland & Executive Towers, Salon 1 & 2
To RSVP for this event, please click here. We hope to see you in Portland!
ASSE User Group Event - Chicago, IL
If you are a current 3E customer, and are planning to attend ASSE's Safety Exposition, June 12 - 15, 2011 in Chicago IL, or if you call the Chicago area home, please join us for an educational User Group Event! Attendees will be treated to an evening of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and networking with other 3E users. This is also an excellent opportunity to learn more about new enhancements and features to 3E Online - MSDS, and more! The evening promises to be enjoyable and informative, so don't miss out!
Date: Monday, June 13th
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Room TBD
The Hyatt Regency McCormick Place is connected via enclosed skybridge to the conference center!
To RSVP for this event, please click here. We hope to see you in Chicago!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
3E in the News
3E Company Launches 3E Mobile – MSDS for Instant Access to Chemical Inventory and MSDSs
Earlier this month, 3E Company announced the launch and availability of 3E Mobile – MSDS, the first mobile site of its kind to offer instant access to hazardous material inventories and associated material safety data sheets (MSDSs) via smartphone. 3E Company’s database of 4.5 million MSDSs is now available for portable viewing, saving valuable time and helping bolster EH&S regulatory compliance efforts by ensuring reliable access to critical product safety data and information. For more information, please click here, or check out the Tips N Tricks section below.
New Case Study: Perstorp Relies on 3E’s Ariel Data to Bolster Global Regulatory Compliance Management
For many years, Perstorp’s internal EH&S team was tracking chemical regulations themselves, using a homegrown system that relied heavily on Internet search engines. The team realized that they were facing an insurmountable task, given the constantly increasing volume and complexity of the regulations affecting their business. They turned to 3E Company for help. Click here to learn more.
Tips N Tricks
Did you know that smartphone users can now access critical data from 3E Online™ -MSDS instantly, even from remote locations and rugged environments? »Read More
Ask the 3Expert
“As a general contractor on a worksite to what extent am I responsible for providing MSDS access to onsite subcontractors and their employees under OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard?” »Read More
Meet the 3Experts
This month’s featured employee is Michel Leveille, Account Executive. »Read More
Events
Upcoming Events
Edison Electric Institute Spring Occupational Health & Safety Conference
May 1-4, 2011
Columbus, OH, USA
Kentucky Governor's Safety and Health Conference and Exhibition
May 10 - 13, 2011
Louisville, KY, USA
Minnesota Safety & Health Conference 2011
May 11 - 13, 2011
Minneapolis, MN, USA
69th Wisconsin Safety and Health Conference & Exposition
May 16-17, 2011
Wisconsin Dells, WI
EHS&S and Sustainability National Conference hosted by ChemStewards®
May 18, 2011
Houston, TX, USA
Health & Safety Ontario
May 17-18, 2011
International Centre, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
AIHce 2011
May 14-19, 2011
Portland, OR, USA
The European Sustainable Chemicals Management Conference 2011
May 31-June 1, 2011
The Management Centre Europe, Brussels, Belgium
Upcoming Speaking Engagements
Kami Blake will present an overview of 3E Mobile – MSDS during the What's New in Equipment session during Edison Electric Institute Spring Occupational Health & Safety Conference on Monday, May 2, 2011 at 11:30 a.m.
Kami Blake will also present a session on Exploring the Impact of Regulatory Changes: What’s on the Agenda for 2011 at Governor's Safety and Health Conference and Exhibition on May 12, 2011 at 1:30 p.m.
Tamie Webber will present 3E Mobile: Putting MSDS Management in the Palm of your Hand during the Expo Theater at AIHce 2011 on Monday, May 16, 2011 at 10:30 a.m.
Ms. Webber will also present on TSCA Regulatory Compliance: Challenges and Solutions at AIHce 2011 on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Michel Leveille will share his expertise on Trends and Considerations for Multilingual HazMat Compliance at Partners in Prevention on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 3:30 p.m.
Recent Web Seminars
You can access the Powerpoint and Windows Media files from recent Web seminars in the Web seminar archive. Simply click on the topic(s) of interest below to access the archive.
Update on Recent “Hot” Regulatory Topics in Asia: Compliance and Clarification!
TSCA: Enhancing Chemical Management Within the Framework of Existing TSCA Regulations!
Streamline TRI Reporting with 3E Online!
Upcoming Web Seminars
S'attaquer aux fiches signalétiques, à la conformité en matière de SSE, au SIMDUT et au SGH!
Date: Thursday, May 5, 2011
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PDT
Register: here
Tackling MSDSs, EH&S Compliance, WHMIS and GHS in Canada!
Date: Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Time: 7:00 a.m. PDT / 10:00 a.m. EDT / 3:00 p.m. UK / 4:00 p.m. Europe
Register: here
3E Mobile-MSDS: Instant Access to Chemical Inventory and MSDSs, Anytime and Anywhere!
Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Time: 7:00 a.m. PDT / 10:00 a.m. EDT / 3:00 p.m. UK / 4:00 p.m. Central Europe
Register: here
Industry Articles - News You Can Use
From ACSH
More of the same: EWG and Sen. Lautenberg promote precautionary principle
From The American Magazine
A Toxic Setback for the Anti-Plastic Campaigners
From Chemical & Engineering News
EPA Targets Diisocyanates
From Chemical Watch
Canada proposes significant new activity controls for three Batch 3 substances
ECHA publishes tools for authorisation applications
From ECHA
ECHA updates guidance on requirements for substances in articles
From EPA
EPA Announces Actions on Two Chemicals to Reduce Harm to People
From Fuel Fix
Sen. John Cornyn warns against more regs for natural gas drilling
From Midland Daily News
Groups seek reform of toxic substances act
The New York Times
Substitutes for Bisphenol A Could Be More Harmful
Different views from EPA and NAS on formaldehyde
From Plastics News
Experts expect delays in new US chemical regulations
From Politico
Obama acknowledges fracking concerns
From Reuters
U.N. suggests pesticides, chemicals for watch list
From Sustainable Business
Landmark Senate Bill Reforms Toxic Chemicals Regulation
3E Company does not control, review, approve, or endorse these Industry News articles or the viewpoints expressed in them.
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