by Chris Walter | Aug 5, 2024 | Blog
Once again, it’s that time of year! This year’s “Safe + Sound Week”, taking place from August 12-18, is a nationwide initiative by OSHA aimed at promoting workplace safety and health programs. This annual event encourages organizations to recognize their...
by Chris Walter | Jul 29, 2024 | Blog, Uncategorized, Wellness
Recently, the Department of Labor, through OSHA, took a major step in addressing the dangers of workplace heat exposure. In early July, 2024, they published the first, unofficial draft of a proposed heat safety standard aimed at reducing the health risks faced by U.S....
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Jul 22, 2024 | Blog
In the wake of recent reports of avian flu outbreaks affecting dairy cattle, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued a critical hazard alert for workers who may be exposed to this dangerous virus. Although avian influenza viruses are a...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Jul 14, 2024 | Asbestos, Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Wellness
Silica is a common mineral found in many materials, including soil, sand, concrete, masonry, rock, and granite. When these materials are cut, ground, drilled, or otherwise disturbed, they release tiny, invisible particles of crystalline silica dust into the air. This...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Jul 7, 2024 | Blog, Firefighters, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
What are the NFPA 1582 requirements, and why is it so important? Well, to start, firefighters face extreme physical demands on the job. In fact, surprisingly, the biggest danger to these workers occurs not from flames, but their overall health. Those demands leave...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Jul 1, 2024 | Asbestos, Blog, Respiratory Protection
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral, once widely used in construction and manufacturing due to its heat-resistant and durable properties. However, we now know that exposure to asbestos can have serious health consequences, including lung cancer, mesothelioma,...
