Davie, Florida - June 16, 2016, ASCE Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Branches recently hosted the 2016 ASCE Tri-County Workshop at the Long Key Nature Center. Over 250 industry professionals were in attendance, including Handex’s own principal engineer, Timothy Harman. The event was a great ... Read More
Field Technicians are essential to the work we do at Handex. They perform a variety of duties at various environmental remediation and industrial service job sites, including wastewater treatment facilities and refineries. Read More
A petroleum discharge can affect the people who work on the site as well as the people who live in the surrounding area. As a result of possible hazards and health risks, the property values of contaminated areas may be affected due to the stigma attached to petroleum contamination. A site closure ... Read More
At Handex, we have a passion for quality. We constantly strive for continuous improvement so we can better serve our customers in every aspect of business. While a lot of companies say they have a passion for quality, we truly live it. As part of our Client Quality Initiative Program, we send out ... Read More
How to Safely Remove Storm Debris from Your Property
June 1, 2016 | Brian Bausback Topics: Health & Safety, Storm Safety
We have officially entered the 2016 hurricane season! This means it is time to refresh our memories and follow hurricane safety protocol. Read More
The Florida Springshed Initiative: Protecting Our Waters
May 26, 2016 | John Baeringer Topics: FDEP, Florida Springshed
The quality and health of Florida’s springs has a direct effect on the overall health of our environment, population and even our economy. The use of the land surrounding a spring – known as a springshed – can often have a direct effect on the health of the spring itself. Areas where sand or clay ... Read More
New Whitepaper: How to Stay Compliant With Your Landfill Remediation
May 25, 2016 | Brian Bausback Topics: Landfill Remediation
Most landfill concerns focus on Methane (CH4) production, collection and remediation, although Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) can be a significant component to address as well. At lower concentrations, H2S has a strong, unpleasant odor. At higher concentrations, serious health risks such as respiratory ... Read More
Hurricane Preparedness Week: 5 Tips to Stay Safe
May 19, 2016 | Maureen Davis Topics: Health & Safety, Storm Safety
With hurricane season quickly approaching, Handex would like to take this opportunity to remind our readers, clients and friends how to prepare and stay safe during a hurricane. The unexpected can happen in the blink of an eye, so it is important to be prepared and have a plan. Tropical cyclones ... Read More
For most communities, an actively operating landfill is imperative. Regardless of how many resources landfill operators put toward generating zero waste, it continues to be a necessary evil. While most landfill problems and concerns focus on Methane (CH4) production, collection and remediation, ... Read More
5 Things to Look for When Hiring an Environmental Firm
May 4, 2016 | Robert Sevret Topics: Environmental Engineering
Environmental firms are often hired for their knowledge and experience in dealing with environmental work and regulations. However, not all firms are the same and finding the right partner for your project can be a bit of a challenge. Here are a few things to consider when evaluating different ... Read More