Audit: Honolulu sanitation workers earning 'excessive' OT, abusing sick days

The audit was prompted by resident complaints about missed or delayed bulk waste pick-up and uncovered more systemic issues.

By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 17, 2017

Sims Municipal Recycling workers approve first union contract in NYC

The agreement comes after workers threatened a strike earlier in the year and later voted to organize with Teamsters Local 210.

By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 17, 2017

FMCSA withdraws proposed sleep apnea rule due to logistical concerns

After facing questions about the proposed rule's practicality, the new plan is to address concerns using existing programs.

By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 8, 2017

New NWRA President & CEO: 'Safety is in my blood'

In his first interview with Waste Dive, Darrell Smith pledged results on safety through more data collection and new efforts to change the industry's image.

By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 4, 2017

OSHA announces online app to submit injury data ahead of extended rule deadline

Due to its high injury rate, the waste industry is one of multiple sectors that this reporting requirement will target.

By Cole Rosengren • July 18, 2017

Teton County, WY refuse centers in 'dire straits' due to staff shortages

As administrative employees fill vacancies, county workers are considering changes to collection services to cope with an increased waste flow.

By Cody Boteler • July 5, 2017

UPDATE: Rubicon fires employee at center of Waste Connections trade secret suit

In a statement, Rubicon noted the decision to terminate Jonathan Dewitt was made "out of an abundance of caution."

By Kristin Musulin , Cole Rosengren • July 5, 2017

Hazmat crew called in after Covanta facility temporarily evacuated in Pennsylvania

The state's Department of Environmental Protection is working with the company to investigate what caused the reaction.

By Cole Rosengren • June 28, 2017

Maryland Gov. Hogan cancels previous administration's 'zero waste' plan

Hogan said the goal of achieving 85% landfill diversion by 2040 limited local authority and was overly restrictive.

By Cole Rosengren • June 28, 2017

Republic's Don Slager lands spot on Glassdoor's Highest Rated CEO list

Slager placed 41st on the annual ranking by the employee-driven rating site, among many of the country's top executives.

By Cole Rosengren • June 23, 2017

Waste Connections sues Rubicon, alleging misappropriation of trade secrets

The case being heard today in a Georgia court stems from Rubicon's recent hiring of a former Progressive Waste sales manager.

By Cole Rosengren • June 19, 2017

Garbage Man Day organizers target public perception, stereotypes in weeklong celebration

Founder John Arwood said he hopes Garbage Man Day efforts will help "people in the industry to be looked upon as heroes." 

By Cody Boteler • June 19, 2017

Transform Don't Trash NYC doubles down on private carter attacks with new website

"Trash Kingpins of New York" focuses on the business practices and personal lives of multiple local company owners.

By Cole Rosengren • June 15, 2017

FMCSA releases 2 proposals to alleviate driver shortage

The proposed rules would reduce barriers for veterans and extend expiration dates for learner's permits.

By Cole Rosengren • June 13, 2017

Waste Management driver shortage delays yard waste plans in Omaha, NE

The city planned to resume separate yard waste collection this month but service still isn't available to all residents.

By Cole Rosengren • June 9, 2017