Movers & Shakers July 6, 2010
Massage therapist moves to Caribbean Tan
Misty Sellars, a licensed massage therapist, has moved to Caribbean Tan at 5624 Government Way in Dalton Gardens.
She specializes in various techniques, including Swedish massage, pregnancy massage, chair, deep tissue and foot treatment.
Her rate is $35 per hour, and walk-ins are welcome.
Information: 772-3907
Branen joins BioTracking
BioTracking, LLC, has hired Dr. Larry Branen as strategic management officer, based at the company's headquarters in Moscow.
In his new role, Branen will identify and explore areas for business growth and diversification while reviewing in-house technology for further market potential. Through literature and laboratory research, he will also support development of products for the food industry.
Most recently working at the University of Idaho at Coeur d'Alene as associate vice president and chief executive officer, Dr. Branen was involved in the Biosensor and Nanotechnology Applications Laboratory, focusing on the development and application of biosensors for agriculture, food and health sciences while teaching as a professor of food science and toxicology.
"We consider ourselves very fortunate to have such an influential leader join our team," says Dr. Garth Sasser, BioTracking founder and research director. "Dr. Branen's vast experiences in research and technology, combined with his extensive knowledge in the food science community will continue to help BioTracking look to the future and enhance our capabilities in new markets."
Branen earned a bachelor of science degree in food science at the University of Idaho and a doctorate in food science at Purdue University.
"It's an exciting opportunity for me to move to this sector of the industry and join a company that is on the cutting-edge of science," Branen said. "I admire BioTracking for its integrity to develop technology based on science that is backed by credible and reliable research."
EPA fines Oxarc, Inc.
Oxarc, Inc. has agreed to pay a $19,472 penalty to settle a case for violations of the Clean Air Act Risk Management Program requirements according to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
The settlement came after EPA found that Oxarc, Inc. was in violation of the Risk Management Program requirements at four of their facilities which are located in north Lewiston, Nampa, Pasco, Wash., and Spokane. EPA alleges that Oxarc, Inc. failed to update its Risk Management Program at least every five years. The four facilities use more than 2,500 pounds of chlorine each. The violations have since been corrected.
According to Edward Kowalski, Director of EPA's Office of Compliance and Enforcement in Seattle, EPA's Risk Management Program is designed to protect public health and the environment from accidental releases of harmful chemicals.
"We can't take chances with public health," said EPA's Kowalski. "Preventing an accidental release of dangerous chemicals like chlorine protects the lives of workers, responders and nearby residents."
Chlorine is listed as a hazardous air pollutant under Section 112(b) (1) of the Clean Air Act. Exposure to chlorine may result in chemical-type burns to skin, eyes, and lungs.
Oxarc, Inc. is a distributor of welding and industrial supplies, as well as industrial, medical and specialty gases, including chlorine.
Requirements of the Risk Management Program include development of an emergency response or action plan; hazard evaluation of a "worst case and more probable case" chemical release; operator training; review of the hazards associated with using toxic or flammable substances; and operating procedures and equipment maintenance.
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