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We’re Excited to Grow our Team and Keep the Momentum Going
Join us and be a part of our EHS success. We created a new Pharma EHS business model that continues to grow: a subscription-based, outsourced EHS team. For our hiring efforts, we’re looking for the qualities our clients value most: the ability to keep pace with manufacturing demands, deliver fast assessments for APIs (including OEB banding), drive a culture of getting things done, and show value and measurable results. Experience with API assessments a must. Experience with E
Anne Fernicola
Sep 17, 20251 min read


A Regional, Embedded, and Face-to-Face Team-Based EHS Model versus a National PE-Backed Consulting Firm
Nine minutes in, the Teams meeting went silent. The EHS lead of a $1 billion coatings maker thanked us—then hung up when she heard we “only” cover New Jersey, New York, and Eastern PA. Her edict? “One national firm for every North American site.” This concept may look flawless in a PowerPoint. But on the production floor it often means parachute consultants, weeks between visits, and leaves site managers without the EHS support they need. We took a different road: regiona
Brian Long
Jun 6, 20251 min read


What would happen if someone tossed your EHS binder in the trash?
What would happen if someone tossed your EHS binder in the trash? Would your safety program keep running… or would the whole thing fall apart? Would anyone even notice? Back in February, we kicked off with a new client in the NY/NJ metro area. On paper, they valued EHS. At first, they said the right things. But once we got to work, the truth surfaced. They didn’t want change. They wanted an EHS binder. Something impressive to show their customers—nothing more. They wante
Brian Long
May 29, 20251 min read
Baron’s promise: The Hassle-Free Solution for Your Never-Ending EHS Demands. We embed, build, and run the system—so you keep the lines running.
Last Monday, 9 a.m.—Newark, NJ “Nothing’s broken with our EHS program,” the ops lead at a booming cabinetry plant told me. Twenty minutes later, he admitted EHS was a daily burden—and their coming production surge could shove them into Title V territory. His verdict on their current air-permit consultant? “Questionable.” Where the call flipped: • We said “no” to a one-off air permit job. Baron only delivers all-inclusive EHS Long-Term Support—because Band-Aids never cure cha
Brian Long
May 1, 20251 min read


Real partnerships are stress-free, reliable, and poised to move the moment you need help
A customer who’s now been with us for years once described getting a call from security: a multi-media DEP audit team was at the gate. Completely unexpected, with zero time to prepare. Their consultant hesitated, then finally said, “We can help… but that’ll be an extra charge.” Imagine that gut punch when you’re already under pressure. They felt cornered: pay more or risk non-compliance. Delaying the support they needed could jeopardize a clean record. Not exactly the positio
Brian Long
Mar 11, 20252 min read


The Problems with the Traditional In-House EHS Model
Why Most EHS Programs Keep Failing (And What Actually Works)
Brian Long
Feb 26, 20252 min read


Corporate EHS Adds Cost, Not Value—Forward-thinking Manufacturing COOs Are Changing the Game
Corporate EHS Adds Cost, Not Value
Brian Long
Dec 24, 20242 min read


With this week’s news about a Department of Government Efficiency, it’s worth asking—how efficient are the EHS roles we rely on to keep things running?
Is your EHS program adding real value or just adding to overhead? Fair warning: my comments here may be a bit too blunt for some. So if you’d rather avoid the reality of what’s often left unspoken in departments like EHS, you may want to keep scrolling. But if you’re a Plant Manager ready to tackle some hard truths, read on. With this week’s news about a Department of Government Efficiency, it’s worth asking—how efficient are the roles we rely on to keep things running? EHS i
Brian Long
Nov 26, 20242 min read


Outsourcing of EHS comes with valid concerns. BUT, it trumps hiring in-house staff like a landslide victory!
Three votes cast, three thumbs up, and one winning strategy for EHS Outsourcing, aka “EHS Long Term Support”...........Don’t let your EHS needs go unrepresented! Sharing below a post from 3 months ago outlining the winning strategy: “Outsourcing of EHS comes with valid concerns. BUT, -----> it trumps hiring in-house staff like a landslide victory! EHS Outsourcing concerns: 1. “We need someone onsite who understands our specific operations.” 2. “We require immediate respon
Brian Long
Nov 15, 20241 min read


Can an all-inclusive, team-based EHS service really work? Watch me try to stump Dean!
Can an all-inclusive, team-based EHS service really work?
Brian Long
Nov 7, 20241 min read


Three easy-to-understand items to keep EHS on track
Three easy-to-understand items to keep EHS on track
Brian Long
Oct 10, 20241 min read


Customers are desperate to sign-up for our all-inclusive subscription service. Look at how much they want help with their never-ending EHS demands!
Customers are desperate to sign-up for our all-inclusive subscription service. Look at how much they want help with their never-ending EHS demands!
Brian Long
Sep 22, 20241 min read


Is it actual Pollution Prevention, or is it just "checking boxes" on some random submission to the DEP?
This is a Part 2 of 2 video on Pollution Prevention Plans.
Brian Long
Sep 16, 20241 min read


Addressing EHS Manager Turnover Challenges
If you're addressing EHS Manager turnover and are looking for a solution that lasts, "I know a guy".
Brian Long
Sep 11, 20241 min read


Value of EHS Outsourcing
The value of EHS Outsourcing in 50 seconds
Brian Long
Sep 8, 20241 min read


WE ARE. THREE FOR THREE. With THREE accomplished additions over the last THREE months.
With similarities to the cheer, "WE ARE. PENN STATE." Baron Environmental is now chanting, "WE ARE. THREE FOR THREE." THREE...
Anne Fernicola
Nov 29, 20231 min read


While Everyone Else in our Industry “Zigs”, We “Zag”!
This marks the third week of celebrations for Baron’s 20th Anniversary month! We gathered for a team building exercise that culminated...
Dean Koncsol
Oct 16, 20231 min read


Baron Environmental Celebrates 20 Years With Some Axe Throwing!
October 2023 marks the 20th Anniversary of Baron Environmental. To kick off the celebration, our team honed our axe throwing skills...
Anne Fernicola
Oct 5, 20231 min read


Who Are the Best EHS Consulting Firms in New Jersey? (Reviews/Ratings)
Looking for a local EHS Consultant? Since no firm may be the right fit for everyone, learn more about finding top consultants in the NJ area
Brian Long
Sep 28, 20232 min read
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