IHMM Today September 30, 2025

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Certified Pandemic Preparedness Specialist™  [CPPS™]

America and the World were not prepared for COVID-19, and according to the federal government, we are not ready for the next pandemic. IHMM has created the Certified Pandemic Preparedness Specialist™ [CPPS™] microcredential as our contribution to being prepared for the next pandemic. A Certified Pandemic Preparedness Specialist™ (CPPS™) microcredential holder is first a CHMM or CSHM credentialed professional who has demonstrated, through education, experience, and examination, the ability to identify and assess the risks associated with pathogens and their effect on public health, commerce, industry, and/or government operations.

Learn more about the CPPS here

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The Value of IHMM Credentials

Below you will see the credential badges from BadgeCert that are now in each CHMM, CHMP, CDGT, CDGP, AHMM, Student CHMM, CSHM, CSMP, CSSM, ASHM, and Student ASHM certificant’s MYIHMM account. Every IHMM certificant may use these badges, linked as those below are to their IHMM credential page, for their email signatures, business cards, and other social media applications. You’re justifiably proud of the accomplishment of having earned your credential, and you can show the rest of the world.

EHS / Workplace Safety Credentials

Certified Safety & Health Manager

Certified Safety Management Practitioner

Associate Safety & Health Manager

Student Associate Safety & Health Manager

Certified School Safety Manager

Hazardous Materials / Dangerous Goods Transportation Credentials

Certified Hazardous Materials Manager

Certified Hazardous Materials Practitioner

Certified Dangerous Goods Professional

Associate Hazardous Materials Manager

Certified Dangerous Goods Trainer

Student Certified Hazardous Materials Manager

Microcredentials – Emeritus – BadgeCert

Certified Pandemic Preparedness Specialist

Emeritus

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IHMM RECENT NEWS

Inside IHMM

The IHMM Foundation Jobs Board

We invite our participating companies to post their available employment opportunities here. There is no charge for this service. IHMM Foundation/HMS staff reviews each proposed posting for clarity and completeness before posting to the public view and may remove a posting without notice. Go here to post your jobs available.

Connect. Collaborate. Get Hired!

Losing a job is tough—but you don’t have to navigate the next steps alone. IHMM’s COLLABORATION platform is more than just a place to network; it’s a community where environmental health, hazardous materials, and workplace safety professionals come together to connect, collaborate, and find new opportunities.

IHMM launched its “Open to Work” online COLLABORATION community exclusively for IHMM certificants looking to connect, share resumes, and discover job opportunities together in a supportive environment.

  • Go to IHMM’s Collaboration platform > https://community.ihmm.org/home
  • Scroll down to the OPEN FOR WORK Community
  • Post your resume, preferred work location[s], and experience there

IHMM’s Unprecedented Outreach: Elevating Excellence Worldwide

2025 marks another milestone moment for IHMM! In our first 8 months, we have sent 6 million messages to thousands of private and public sector entities, amplifying awareness of IHMM, our prestigious credentials, and the dedicated professionals who hold them.

Looking back at 2024, IHMM reached an all-time high with over 3.29 million messages sent—an unprecedented level of engagement in our history, and we surpassed all of 2024 by May 2025.

This momentum is more than just numbers; it’s a testament to our unwavering mission. Every day, across 50 states and 85 countries, IHMM champions the critical role of IHMM’s credentialed professionals, setting standards of excellence in environmental, health, and safety fields. Together, we are shaping the future—one message, one connection, one breakthrough at a time!

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IHMM Salary Survey Results

IHMM is pleased to release the survey of salaries underlying the hazardous materials/dangerous goods credentials salaries by job title, as well as the survey of salaries underlying the workplace safety credentials salaries by job title. You may download these surveys as linked below.

The Dr. John H Frick Memorial IHMM Scholarship Program – Accepting Applications NOW September 15 to October 15, 2025

Scholarship Applications Accepted from September 15 to October 15, 2025

The Institute of Hazardous Materials Management is pleased to have created $32,000 in academic scholarships, divided equally between $16,000 for students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate education in approved schools and who are also Student CHMMs, and $16,000 for students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate education in approved schools and who are also Student ASHMs.

IHMM seeks to foster the growth and academic success of students whose courses of education, and participation in one of our Student certifications, will lead to those students becoming fully-certified IHMM credential holders later in their professional lives.

Go to >  https://hazmatsociety.org/scholarship/

Fueling Innovation Through Collaboration!

This week alone, 1,776 conversations are sparking ideas, solving problems, and connecting professionals on the IHMM/IHMM Foundation Collaboration Platform! IHMM’s certificants are in 50 states and 85 other countries – here is where we communicate with each other.

Need expert insights? Facing a tough challenge? Looking for fresh perspectives from industry leaders? This is your space to connect, share, and grow.

🔹 Tap into a powerhouse of knowledge
🔹 Engage with top professionals in your field
🔹 Turn workplace challenges into success stories—together!

At IHMM, we believe that the best solutions come from collaboration. This is where we support each other, reduce workplace stress, and create meaningful change—as a team, as a community, and as a force for excellence.

Join the conversation. Make an impact. Let’s collaborate!

You can collaborate here.

Access to COLLABORATION is through the same username/password you use to access your MYIHMM account. Are you having a problem? Contact Jimmy Nguyen at [email protected]

Sean Grady, CHMM – Environmental Transformation Podcast

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IHMM Recertification Videos

Congratulations. After hard work and dedication, you earned your professional credential. Now, every 5 years, you will need to recertify your valuable credential. Over 5 years, you need to earn 200 certification maintenance points or CMPs. You receive 100 CMPs for the job you perform, and then need to earn a minimum of another 100 CMPs in a variety of ways, demonstrating your commitment to continuous improvement and remaining current with the demands of your profession and our communities of practice.

Considering everything you did to achieve certification, don’t let it go to waste by failing to recertify.

The two, four-minute videos at left walk a certificant through every step of a simple process to recertify.

From a certificant who recertified last week:

I have been a CHMM certificant since 1990, so I am one of your older members.  I always need help with recertification, and I had a lot of trouble with the completion of my recertification requirements.

To my surprise, Jelian Larbi was kind enough to reach out to me earlier this spring with a phone call to remind me of the need to complete my CHMM recertification.  It was a difficult year for me with the death of three family members; I was not focused on completing my recertification.  Jelian’s gentle reminders, both by phone and by email, helped keep me on my recertification track.  Her patience and professionalism in helping me enter and complete the professional development information are greatly appreciated.

I wanted to express my gratitude and appreciation for all her help.  It is wonderful to have so caring a staff member provide me with the personal assistance I needed to recertify.  I want to share this note of support with you and hope you can recognize her kind efforts of support and encouragement.

Full recertification information is found here >>  https://ihmm.org/credentials/#recertification 

Questions about your recertification may be made to either Jimmy Nguyen, [email protected], or Jelian Larbi [email protected]

Upholding Integrity: The Updated IHMM Code of Ethics

At IHMM, integrity isn’t just a principle—it’s the foundation of everything we do. Our Code of Ethics is the guiding standard for all IHMM Certificants, ensuring that professionals in hazardous materials, dangerous goods, environment, health, and safety uphold the highest levels of honor, trust, and responsibility in their work.

By committing to this Code, Certificants reinforce their dedication to excellence, ethical conduct, and public safety. Violating these standards isn’t an option—those who do may face disciplinary action from a peer review panel, including credential suspension or revocation.

We’ve recently updated our Code of Ethics to reflect evolving industry standards and best practices. Stay informed, stay accountable, and continue leading with integrity.

📜 Explore the updated IHMM Code of Ethics here: IHMM Code of Ethics

🎥 Watch the latest Code of Ethics video below!

IHMM CONFERENCES For 2025

IHMM will attend the following conferences and trade shows in 2025. Please be sure to drop by the IHMM booth and say hello to the staff while you are there. We want to meet you! So far in 2025, IHMM has been with NSC, AHMP Hazmat SummitAIHA Connect, COSTHA, and the Ohio Safety Conference. Below is what we have coming up!

Are there conferences you believe IHMM should attend in 2025 that are not named here? If so, let us know by sending an email to [email protected]

FET Annual Conference & Exhibition 2025

October 28-30, 2025

Milwaukee, WI

IHMM Mentors Support

Welcome to the Future of Professional Growth with IHMM’s Mentoring Program!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Dive into a world of opportunity and advancement with IHMM’s dynamic mentoring program! Our experienced mentors are here to share their expertise, offer personalized guidance, and help you navigate both credential exams and everyday work challenges.

Unlock Your Potential: Learn from industry leaders and accelerate your professional journey. ✨ Tailored Support: Receive personalized advice and strategies to overcome your unique challenges. ✨ Build Connections: Join a vibrant community of professionals eager to support and inspire each other.

Whether you’re a newcomer in the field or seeking to hone your skills, IHMM’s mentoring program is your gateway to growth and success. Stay tuned for inspiring stories, valuable tips, and exclusive insights from our mentors!

Embark on a journey of discovery and achievement with us. Welcome aboard!

IHMM’s Collaboration platform contains a “Mentor Match” module [see below at right] that allows mentors to signup designating the hours, number of mentees, subject areas, and length of time they wish to mentor – as well as enabling mentees signup requesting assistance in specified areas. The mentor match module does the rest by matching mentors and mentees.

IHMM Government Affairs

Environmental Protection Agency Issues its Spring 2025 Regulatory Agenda – Read more here
Department of Transportation Issues Spring 2025 Regulatory  Agenda – Read more here
Department of Labor Issues its Spring 2025 Regulatory Agenda – Read more here

Dept of Labor – OSHA – IHMM Collects Comments

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA] published 4 rulemakings for public comment in which IHMM has chosen to participate. IHMM requested certificant input on whether to submit comments on one or more of these proposal rulemakings and what specific comments to submit. Each proposed rulemaking is briefly described below. The newly extended deadline is November 1, 2025.

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These two proposed rulemaking comments have been drafted and are being reviewed by IHMM Govt Affairs…
  • USDOL – OSHA – Amending the Medical Evaluation Requirements in the Respiratory Protection Standard for Certain Types of Respirators

Deadline: November 1, 2025. The U.S. Department of Labor/ posted a notice on July 1, 2025, concerning amendments to the Medical Evaluation Requirements in the Respiratory Protection Standard for Certain Types of Respirators.

  • USDOL – OSHA – Interpretation of the General Duty Clause: Limitation for Inherently Risky Professional Activities 

Deadline: November 1, 2025. The U.S. Department of Labor/ posted a notice on July 1, 2025, concerning Interpretation of the General Duty Clause: Limitation for Inherently Risky Professional Activities

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Comments are drafted for these two proposed rulemakings, released for review after 10/15.
  • USDOL – OSHA – Rescission of Coordinated Enforcement Regulations

Deadline: November 1, 2025

The Department of Labor (the Department or DOL) proposes to remove the regulations that set forth the procedures within the Department for the coordination of enforcement activities by the Wage and Hour Division (WHD), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Employment and Training Administration (ETA) relating to migrant farmworkers. The Department is proposing this removal because these regulations limit the Department’s discretion, impose unnecessary and duplicative internal procedures, and prevent the Department’s agencies from coordinating with regard to migrant farmworkers in more efficient, effective ways.

  • USDOL – OSHA  – Construction Illumination Standards

Deadline: November 1, 2025

OSHA is seeking comment on fully rescinding the construction illumination rules found in 29 CFR 1926.26 and 1926.56, citing that current lighting standards are “not reasonably necessary” to reduce significant risk. 

The Joint Meeting of the RID Committee of Experts and the Working Party on the Transport of Dangerous Goods

The Joint Meeting of the RID Committee of Experts and the Working Party on the Transport of Dangerous Goods was held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva from September 17 to 25, 2025. Amendments adopted during this session (4/4) are to be published in the 2027 edition of the regulations (RID\ADR\ADN).

The following summary is provided to allow you to follow the discussions at the meeting. After Week 2, there was a total of 21 formal working papers and 40 informal documents (attached summary contains links to documents on the UN Website).

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Important Stories for IHMM Certificants

EPA Proposes to Amend TSCA Risk Evaluation Framework

On September 23, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed highly anticipated amendments to the procedural framework rule for conducting existing chemical risk evaluations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). 90 Fed. Reg. 45690. Comments on the proposed rule are due November 7, 2025. EPA states that under the Paperwork Reduction Act, “comments on the information collection provisions are best assured of consideration if the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) receives a copy of your comments on or before October 23, 2025.” The proposed rule is well crafted and the changes to the risk evaluation framework are unsurprising. For more information on the amendments and our commentary, please read the full memorandum.

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U.S. Chemical Safety Board Releases Update on its Investigation of Fatal Explosion at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works

Washington D.C. September 29, 2025 — Today, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released an update on the agency’s ongoing investigation into the August 11, 2025, fatal explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works facility in Clairton, Pennsylvania.

Two U.S. Steel employees were killed in the explosion.  Five other workers were seriously injured and hospitalized—four U.S. Steel employees and one employee of Veolia Water North America Operating Services. Six additional workers — five U.S. Steel employees and an employee of MPW Industrial Services, Inc. (MPW) — were treated for injuries but not hospitalized.

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Federal Government Shutdown Looms – September 30 Update

The Intersociety Forum [ISF], of which IHMM is a part, is writing to Congress concerning the looming shutdown, as it will have a substantial impact on protections for workers. Here is the letter to Congress.

Impact on health agencies, research, courts, and grants

  • The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) anticipates furloughing ~41% of its workforce, severely constraining public health activities, oversight, research, communication, etc.

  • Within HHS, the CDC would furlough a higher proportion (64%), and the NIH (national research operations) up to 75%.

  • The judiciary (federal courts) warns that it may not be able to sustain full operations past October 3 without further appropriations, meaning many court staff and functions could be paused.

  • Grants and contracts (e.g., to states, universities, small businesses) could be delayed or suspended.

Health care / ACA subsidies
One of the central divisive issues is whether a funding bill should include an extension (or permanent reauthorization) of Affordable Care Act premium tax credits (which reduce health insurance premiums for low- and middle-income people). Democrats are insisting, Republicans (and the White House) are resisting inclusion of new policy mandates or expansions in a short-term funding bill. If those subsidies expire, analysts warn that more than 4 million Americans could lose support, and the health sector could face big revenue losses.

If Congress does not act, a partial government shutdown could begin at 12:01 a.m. ET on October 1

Intersociety Forum [ISF] Updates Core Principles

The Intersociety Forum (ISF) is a coalition of approximately 40 organizations, including IHMM, dedicated to safeguarding worker safety and health, and promoting the fact that effective safety practices create a strategic advantage that powers enduring business success, fosters innovation, and protects workers.

The ISF has issued  “Driving Business Growth and Profitability,” reflecting that modern occupational environmental, health and safety (EHS) practices are key to driving economic growth. This document, developed by the Intersociety Forum (ISF), a coalition of organizations dedicated to safeguarding worker safety and health, highlights the many ways safety practices create a strategic advantage that powers enduring business success while fostering innovation and protecting workers.

We all share these principles and share them with the government and the private sector.

Understanding Firearm-Related Injury and School Violence

Podcast Series

Curious about how schools can prevent firearm-related injuries and strengthen safety efforts? Our Understanding Firearm-Related Injury and School Violence podcast series brings together experts to discuss topics like youth suicide prevention, anonymous reporting systems, community engagement, and extreme risk protection orders. Across five episodes, you’ll gain practical insights and evidence-based perspectives for educators, caregivers, and anyone invested in school safety. Explore the full series today. Learn More

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Upcoming:

Perspectives on Youth Violence Prevention

Releasing 10/8, this Spotlight video features NCSS school safety experts discussing how schools can meaningfully engage students in violence prevention. The conversation highlights actionable strategies for empowering youth, strengthening school climate, building trust, and supporting lasting positive change.

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Additional School Safety Resources

Recent News from the European Chemicals Agency

News from IHMM Affiliates

Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals

IHMM is affiliated with AHMP and is pleased to bring this important information to all of our certificants.

AHMP News

  • This year’s Summit not only featured engaging sessions and collaboration but also recognized outstanding professionals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the EHS and hazardous materials community. Congratulations to all our award recipients for their dedication, leadership, and commitment to advancing the profession.
    • 2025 Award Honorees for the 2024 Award Year:
        • Distinguished Service Recognition: Glorianna L. Reeser, REM, CSRP, CHMM, CSP; Dr. Joseph Whitlock
        • Pete Cook Founder’s Award: Kelsey L. Forde, CIH, CSP, CHMM
        • Young Hazardous Materials Professional of the Year: Taylor Grabner, PE, CHMM
        • Hazardous Materials Professional of the Year: Dr. Joseph Whitlock
        • Friend of the Alliance: Eugene A. Guilford, Jr., IHMM
        • Organizational Friend of the Alliance: Institute of Hazardous Materials Management
        • Distinguished Chapter/Section Recognition: AHMP Cyber Chapter; Gateway Society of Hazardous Materials Managers; Heartland AHMP
        • Chapter Communications Program of the Year: Gateway Society of Hazardous Materials Managers
        • Chapter Milestones: AHMP New England Chapter (30 years); Central Ohio CHMM (30 years); Dallas–Fort Worth Chapter of the AHMP (30 years); Lone Star AHMP (15 years)
        • Al Arnofsky Chapter of the Year: AHMP Cyber Chapter
        • AHMP Honorary Award: Richard Cartwright (posthumously)

In addition, a new honor was introduced: The Richard Cartwright Excellence in Hazardous Materials Leadership Award. This award will carry forward Richard Cartwright’s legacy by celebrating professionals who exemplify exceptional leadership, positive influence, and a passion for advancing compliance and standards in hazardous materials management. Learn more about AHMP Awards

  • We are excited to announce a new partnership between the Alliance of Hazardous Materials Professionals (AHMP) and the Coalition for the Common Good, which includes Antioch University and Otterbein University. Through this collaboration, AHMP members AND their eligible household family members can now access degree and certificate programs with a 15% Partnership Discount on all tuition and fees.

AHMP Webinars

  • Join AHMP for our October Webinar: Young EHS Professionals on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 3:00–4:00 PM Eastern. The session will explore the challenges and solutions surrounding the environmental workforce, where employers struggle to find talent and young professionals struggle to find opportunities, compounded by the impact of the pandemic on education. Speaker Eric Emmett, P.E., Senior Director and Engineer at Environmental Operations, Inc., will share insights on recruiting, mentoring, and retaining young professionals, as well as the qualities employers seek. Learn More (Students are eligible to attend at no cost. Email [email protected] for registration code)
  • Join AHMP for our November Webinar: Legionella – Strategies for Evaluation and Management on Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm Eastern. This session will provide an overview of the challenges for a qualified professional when performing a Legionella evaluation. The differences between a routine sampling and outbreak response investigation will be reviewed, as well as discussions regarding the various types of Legionella bacteria, emergency remediation, and susceptible populations. Finally, current guidance for water management in buildings will be presented including both potable and non-potable systems and a case study, if time allows. The goal of this presentation is for the attendee to increase their knowledge of potential sources of Legionella and impact on public health. Learn More

American Industrial Hygiene Association

IHMM is affiliated with AIHA and is pleased to bring this important information to all of our certificants.

The Synergist

How the Updated Chemical Protective Clothing Helps You Protect Workers

By Abby Roberts

Robert N. Phalen, PhD, CIH, CSP, FAIHA, is now a professor and program director of occupational safety and health at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. But years ago, he worked in automotive repair and service. Exposure to vehicle oils led to his developing contact dermatitis, a painful condition that occurs when irritants or allergens cause the skin to become inflamed. Because Phalen’s employer did not provide him with gloves to protect his hands, he had to buy his own.

Lack of protective clothing is also an issue he has observed throughout his industrial hygiene career. “I’ve seen plenty of people affected by contact with chemicals,” he told SynergistNOW

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The Certified Professional

From the IHMM Foundation | Highlighting Our Commitment to Professional Development | Scholarships | Research | Affinity Programs | Networking

IHMM and The IHMM Foundation

Check it out! The graphic to the left brings to life the powerful partnership between IHMM and the IHMM Foundation — a collaboration built to support YOU and every IHMM credential holder!

IHMM created the IHMM Foundation with one goal in mind: to empower and elevate its certificants. While IHMM delivers a wide range of prestigious professional credentials, the IHMM Foundation steps in with game-changing professional development programs designed to support both current certificants and those on the path to certification.

Together, they’re building a stronger, smarter, and more connected community of professionals. 🚀 Ready to take your career to the next level? This is where it all begins!

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