CSB Accidental Release Rule in effect

The Chemical Safety Board (CSB) instituted a new Accidental Release Rule on March 23, 2020, with a one-year grace period, which has now expired. This federal regulation, 40 CFR Part 1604, requires owner/operators of stationary source (i.e., facility) to report releases of regulated or hazardous substances that could cause a “serious injury” (in-patient hospitalization or…

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Risks in the Cannabis Industry: BHO Lab Explosions

Butane Hash Oil Labs: Understanding Risks and Implementing Safety Measures In recent years, the cannabis industry has experienced significant growth and transformation, giving rise to various extraction methods to produce concentrated cannabis products. One of these methods is the extraction of butane hash oil (BHO), which involves using flammable solvents to extract concentrated cannabinoids from…