October 31, 2009 - 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.
Product News
Attention 3E Online Users! The Revision Alert module is now available! The Module, which can be used with 3E Online® - MSDS, significantly reduces the amount of time required to manage the ever-changing data elements of an MSDS by centralizing the detection and reporting of revisions. The full press release can be viewed here.
At RILA's Environmental Sustainability & Compliance Conference, 3E Company introduced the 3E Online Supplier Portal, a valuable new tool for retailers aiming to heighten their level of environmental compliance, better understand regulatory implications and increase customer satisfaction. The Portal facilitates compliance by making critical hazard communication information available to all necessary stakeholders, including purchasing, logistics, employees and customers, in a timely manner. The full press release can be viewed here.
3E News
PROPOSED OSHA GHS RULE. OSHA recently announced its proposal to modify the current Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)  to conform with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). As a widely sought-after GHS thought leader, the Company is uniquely positioned to understand and act upon the proposal’s significance and potential impact. Please click here to learn more about 3E Company's GHS related products and services.
TWEET, TWEET! Follow 3E Company on Twitter for the latest  industry and company news, as well as access to exciting new presentations from our extensive team of EH&S experts. Click here to follow us!
NEW DOT EMERGENCY NUMBER REQUIREMENT. PHMSA recently published a final rule clarifying requirements for listing an emergency number on hazmat shipping paper. Click here to learn more about the new rule and how it may affect you.
CONNECT WITH 3E ON LINKEDIN! Customers and partners are invited to join our new group, the  3E Company Conclave, on LinkedIn! Group members will have access to the latest information about 3E and be able to share ideas related to EH&S regulatory compliance. Click here to join the group!
3E in the News
A recent issue of Hazardous Cargo Bulletin includes an article by 3E's very own Jytte Syska on REACH and why outsourcing REACH compliance can be an attractive option. The full article can be viewed here.
Tips N Tricks
Do you have the need to categorize your products into broad groupings for analysis? If so, 3E Online-MSDS’ custom value fields can help. »Read More
Ask the 3Expert
“The 51st edition of the IATA was recently issued. Have there been any significant changes?” »Read More
Meet the 3Experts
This month’s featured employee is Scott Baur, Senior Solutions Engineer. »Read More
Events
Upcoming European User Group Meeting
All current customers are invited to attend our European User Group meeting, which will include two days of in-depth, interactive sessions where attendees will learn about the latest developments and enhancements of our product line and how to tackle the latest regulatory challenges. In addition to addressing regulatory issues, the session will include updates on all 3E Company products and services, including dedicated specialized tracks on Ariel for SAP EH&S Solutions and the MSDgen MSDS Authoring System.
There are no registration fees to attend all, or portions, of the meeting, including dinner.
Dates: December 2-3, 2009
Location: NH Köln - MediaPark, Cologne Germany
To RSVP or acquire additional information about this event, please contact Julee Vecchio.
Upcoming Tradeshows
Please come visit 3E at the following shows:
Clean Gulf
November 17-19, 2009
Location: Ernest M. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA
DGAC 31st Annual Conference & Hazardous Materials Transportation Exposition
November 18-20, 2009
Location: Grand Hyatt; San Antonio, TX
NEW SAP EHS Management Training Course
3E is pleased to offer a two day SAP EHS Management training course. If your company is evaluating the application, planning to implement, or already using SAP EHS, this course is a great way to provide your team members with the information they need to effectively contribute to your SAP EHS Management project goals. The course is designed to introduce participants to the vocabulary, functionality and structure of the SAP EHS Management specification database for the purposes of specification maintenance, substance profiling, HazComm, vendor MSDS management and other basic functionality.
The course will be held November 17th and 18th in Carlsbad, CA. The cost is $750 and includes expert instruction, materials and lunches.
Please contact Julee Vecchio to register. (Kindly RSVP by November 6th to reserve a seat)
Upcoming Speaking Engagements
Isaac Powell, Product Manager, will be hosting a session on Best Practices in Hazardous Waste Management at Clean Gulf 2009 on November 18th at 10:30 a.m.
Upcoming 3E Company Web Seminars
Tony Harris, Senior Solutions Engineer, will be presenting a FREE Web seminar on “Best Practices in MSDS Authoring."
Date: November 5th
Time: 8 a.m. PDT
Register: Here
Upcoming Industry Association Web Seminars
with 3E Company Speakers
Tamie Webber will be presenting a Web seminar with SOCMA on Making EH&S a Priority - The Case for EH&S Compliance Across Industries and Throughout the Supply Chain on November 19th at 11 a.m. Pacific. Registration details can be found here.
Ciba Expert Services' GHS Workshop
3E Company is supporting Ciba Expert Services' seminar on "Implementing the GHS in the EU - A practitioner’s workshop to future classification and labelling" on November 30 - December 1, 2009 in London, UK. Click here to download the program and registration form.
Industry Articles - News You Can Use
From COSTHA
ECHA publishes updated list of substances registered under REACH
ECHA guidance information requirements
Singapore MSDS MARPOL
US OSHA HCS
From EHS Today
OSHA Issues Proposed Rule to Adopt the Globally Harmonized Hazard Communication System
From the EPA
EPA Begins New Scientific Evaluation of Atrazine
From EP Online
Agency Provides Guidance on Handling PCBs in Caulk
Jackson Outlines Plan for Chemical Management Reform
From HCB
Regulatory Update
From ISHN
OSHA issues proposed rule to adopt the Globally Harmonized Hazard Communication System (10/1)
From OHS Online
OSHA Finally Bring GHS to America
Lithium Battery Warnings Not Sinking In
EPA Revises Risk Analysis for Industrial Wipes
From The New York Times
Experts Debate Ways to Reform 1976 Toxics Law
From NSC
California issues long-awaited diacetyl standard
Agencies issue safety advisory on lithium battery shipments
From The San Fransisco Chronicle
EPA wants more oversight on chemicals
From Sustainable Business.com
Obama Admin Wants Reform of Chemicals Law
From SOCMA
EPA Announces New Approach to Chemicals Management
REACh Update – Late Pre-Registration Ends in November
From World Trade Interactive
DOT Steps Up Enforcement on Safe Transportation of Lithium Batteries
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