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Your Trusted Partner for Environmental Health & Safety Solutions
The EI Group has been delivering comprehensive environmental, health, and safety (EHS) consulting services since 1989. Our company was founded to address evolving compliance challenges, expanding from environmental consulting to include industrial hygiene, safety, occupational health, and engineering design. With expertise in regulatory frameworks like OSHA and the ability to serve industries globally, we prioritize responsive problem-solving and tailored solutions. Our team includes Certified Industrial Hygienists, Safety Professionals, Occupational Health Nurses, and Professional Engineers who provide cost-effective, result-oriented consulting.

We maintain a strong reputation through decades of experience, demonstrated by long-term client relationships and testimonials highlighting our reliability and technical excellence. Our commitment to client success is reflected in our mission to simplify compliance challenges while maintaining the highest standards of service delivery.
Services
Safety Consulting Industrial Hygiene Training Courses Environmental Sustainability Occupational Health Engineering Design EHS Digital Platform Support
Details
  • Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
  • Our team combines local expertise with global capability to address complex EHS challenges
  • We provide timely, cost-effective service through experienced Certified Industrial Hygienists and Safety Professionals
  • Our client-centric approach maintains long-term partnerships spanning multiple industries
  • We offer comprehensive EHS services under one roof, including engineering design and digital platform support
  • Our proven track record includes successful project completion for Fortune 500 companies and government agencies
What people say
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Services
Safety Consulting
Our safety consulting services help businesses achieve OSHA compliance while creating safer work environments. We develop customized safety management systems that reduce workplace incidents and improve operational efficiency. Our certified professionals provide compliance audits, program development, and on-site safety staffing solutions tailored to your industry requirements.
Industrial Hygiene
We protect worker health through comprehensive industrial hygiene services including exposure monitoring, hazard assessment, and control measures implementation. Our certified hygienists address chemical, physical, and biological workplace hazards using advanced monitoring equipment and proven mitigation strategies to ensure regulatory compliance and employee wellbeing.
Environmental Sustainability
Our environmental services combine regulatory compliance with sustainability initiatives to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. We assist with air permitting, water management, waste handling, and sustainability strategy development while maintaining compliance with EPA and state environmental regulations.
Occupational Health
We promote employee wellbeing through audiometric testing, respiratory protection programs, and occupational health nursing services. Our certified medical professionals deliver comprehensive health monitoring programs that help maintain regulatory compliance while improving workforce productivity and reducing healthcare costs.
Engineering Design
Our registered engineers provide process safety management and facility design solutions that address complex environmental and operational challenges. From ventilation systems to warehouse safety, our engineering team develops innovative solutions that enhance safety compliance and operational efficiency across multiple industry sectors.
People
Greg Lathan
President
Greg Lathan leads The EI Group with over 30 years of experience in environmental health and safety consulting. His leadership focuses on innovative compliance solutions and client-centric service delivery across diverse industries.
Haywood Hardin
Vice President
Haywood Hardin has led environmental reviews for NBSC since 2010, consistently praising The EI Group's reliability and technical expertise in complex compliance projects.
Barry McCallum
Corporate EHS Director
Barry McCallum, CSP and CHMM, has collaborated with The EI Group on multiple EHS initiatives, particularly noting their expertise in OSHA recordkeeping and compliance training.
Questions
What types of industries does The EI Group serve?
We serve diverse industries including manufacturing, healthcare, government, hospitality, financial services, and automotive sectors across the United States and internationally.
Do you provide both consulting services and training programs?
Yes, we offer comprehensive EHS consulting services alongside customized training programs for occupational safety, industrial hygiene, and compliance requirements.
Can you help with OSHA compliance and safety program development?
Our OSHA compliance experts develop tailored safety programs that meet regulatory requirements while improving workplace safety culture and reducing incident rates.
Are your safety professionals certified in their respective fields?
Our team includes Certified Industrial Hygienists, Certified Safety Professionals, and Professional Engineers with extensive regulatory compliance experience.
How does The EI Group support environmental sustainability initiatives?
We help businesses implement environmental compliance programs, reduce energy costs, and develop sustainability strategies that align with business objectives.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While headquartered in North Carolina, we maintain offices across the US and provide services to clients nationwide with international capabilities.