by Iheama Ikwuagwu | May 27, 2025 | Blog, Chemicals, Firefighters, Respiratory Protection, Uncategorized
Firefighters face unparalleled risks every day, battling blazes to save lives and property. Yet, one of their most insidious threats comes not from flames, but from their protective gear and firefighting tools. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | May 19, 2025 | Blog, Uncategorized
Workers in outdoor and natural environments frequently encounter wildlife, leading to potential injuries ranging from minor bites to life-threatening attacks. These incidents pose significant occupational health risks, particularly in industries such as construction,...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | May 12, 2025 | Blog, Services, Uncategorized
Employers in the transportation industry, take note. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is rolling out significant updates to DOT medical certification reporting, set to take effect June 23, 2025. These changes mark a shift toward real-time...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | May 5, 2025 | Blog, Uncategorized, Wellness
Law enforcement officers face numerous dangers every single day. And yet, one in particular poses a hidden, yet pervasive occupational hazard: needlestick injuries. These injuries occur when officers encounter hidden or improperly discarded needles or syringes during...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Apr 28, 2025 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Uncategorized
Silica dust poses serious health and safety risks to mining workers. Prolonged inhalation of fine crystalline particles can result in silicosis, lung cancer, and other serious respiratory diseases. And, throughout all industries, approximately 2.3 million workers in...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Apr 21, 2025 | Blog, Chemicals, Uncategorized
Workplace chemical fires pose serious risks, from severe burns, toxic exposures, and even fatalities. Preventing chemical fires (and all fires) should remain one of your top priorities, in order to save lives, reduce injuries, avoid costly damages, ensure regulatory...