by Chris Walter | Aug 16, 2021 | Blog, COVID-19, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
On Aug. 13, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published updated guidance to help employers protect their workers from COVID-19. The new guidance is based on developments in science and data, including the updated guidance from the Centers for...
by Chris Walter | Aug 9, 2021 | Asbestos, Blog, Hearing Protection, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Vision Protection, Wellness
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Safe + Sound week is here. This nationwide event recognizes successful workplace safety and health programs, as well as provides educational opportunities to employers on how to keep America’s workers safe. ...
by Chris Walter | Aug 2, 2021 | Blog, COVID-19, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Due to an increased domestic supply of NIOSH-approved respirators, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) revoked the emergency use authorization of non-NIOSH-approved disposable respirators. Last year, manufacturers of NIOSH-approved disposable respirators were...
by Chris Walter | Jul 12, 2021 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
***Updated July 11, 2022*** OSHA has extended its revised COVID-19 National Emphasis Program based on data that shows hospitalizations due to the virus “may increase significantly in the coming weeks.” The NEP is focused on high-hazard industries such as health care...
by Chris Walter | Jul 6, 2021 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Mold is a naturally occurring fungi that thrives in moist climates—and can cause adverse health effects including respiratory issues. Buildings or facilities that have sat vacant due to COVID-19 that are now reopening should be properly inspected for workplace mold...
by Chris Walter | May 10, 2021 | Blog, Chemicals, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
According to a recent study, workers who use cleaning and disinfecting products may be 50 percent more likely to develop asthma, and 43 percent more likely to develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study, led by British and Italian researchers,...
