Targeting the Waste Transportation Paradigm

Following up on our last post detailing the need for disruptive thinking around the carbon heavy waste management model in use by our competitors for regulated medical waste (RMW), we want to shine a light on one of the key polluters – trucks.  Remember the 3 T’s of the current medical waste management paradigm?  TRUCK, […]

Disruptive Behavior in Regulated Medical Waste Disposal Protects the Future

In our last post, we defined the real and present need for a paradigm shifting sustainable regulated medical waste (RMW) disposal service. With thousands of tons of RMW generated every year, the impact of our current model is not only unsustainable, but also a significant contributor to the growing environmental woes felt around the globe. […]

Sustainable Regulated Medical Waste Management

In continuing to define Clym’s push to pioneer Sustainable Regulated Medical Waste Management in 2022, this post will underscore why such an approach is critically needed.  What is Regulated Medical Waste? It’s any unneeded material potentially contaminated with infectious agents.  Think about a syringe from injection at the hospital, or clean up materials from a […]

Clym 2022: Leading the Charge to Globally Sustainable Regulated Medical Waste Management

Happy (and Healthy) New Year!   As the life sciences, pharmaceutical, healthcare, educational and industrial market sectors continue to leverage the use of biological materials to advance science, medicine, quality of life and higher learning, the safe management of the resulting regulated medical waste (RMW) to protect against infectious hazards is a critical public health priority.  […]

Top 5 Waste Management Trends to Look Out For in 2022

Another year is behind us, and we’re looking forward to 2022. We see some exciting changes in store for waste management next year! Here are the upcoming ones we’re most excited for! 1. Local and Federal Governments Will Amp Up Incentives for Businesses to Go Green Overflowing landfills and polluted oceans are continuing to be […]

Your Role in Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance

You may not think that Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance is that big of a deal for your industry, but this complex set of rules, laws, and regulations touches nearly every aspect of your business. Workplace safety is enforced by OSHA, which is not an agency to be taken lightly. At its heart, EHS […]

Clym Environmental Services Awarded Gold Star for Safety by ConstructSecure: Why Does it Matter?

In September of 2021, Clym Environmental Services received its second Gold Star Safety Award from ConstructSecure, recognizing the company as one of its safest contractors and vendors. What does this really mean, though, and why does it matter to our clients? About the ConstructSecure Gold Star Safety Award ConstructSecure is a leading risk management firm […]

What to Expect During an RCRA Inspection

When you’re notified of an RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) inspection, it’s only natural to worry…a lot. After all, fines can be hefty; the highest fine leveled at noncompliant companies is currently over $100,000 per day. What should you expect during an RCRA inspection, and how can you protect your company? What is the […]

Moving Your Lab? This Checklist Will Help You Plan

Moving a laboratory is more than renting a U-Haul or booking a residential moving company. A successful laboratory relocation requires strategy and planning. With so much to do, where do you start? CLYM Environmental brings you this easy-to-follow checklist for making sure you’re prepared for your big move. The Planning Stage The planning stage should […]

6 Tips for Handling and Disposing of Used Sharps

Needlestick and other sharps injuries are, unfortunately, a hazard for anyone working in the healthcare or life sciences research fields whether you’re a nurse, emergency responder, doctor, or lab technician. While OSHA has (enacted) passed requirements allowing only the use of safer sharps devices in most settings, sharps injuries can still occur. Why Is Proper […]