by Chris Walter | Aug 24, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
The North American Meat Institute and OSHA have created an alliance with the goal to bring much-needed resources to meatpacking and processing workers who may be exposed to coronavirus. “Through this alliance, we look forward to working with OSHA to continue our...
by Chris Walter | Aug 10, 2020 | Asbestos, Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Wellness
Even though COVID-19 is the main respiratory disease on everyone’s mind, it’s still important to remember to protect against other occupational respiratory illnesses. Wearing proper protection, educating employees, and hiring occupational health and safety experts to...
by Chris Walter | Aug 3, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
OSHA has cited an Ohio healthcare company for alleged serious violations of respirator regulations following an inspection initiated after the company reported the coronavirus-related hospitalization of seven employees. OSHA proposed $40,082 in penalties after...
by Chris Walter | Jul 28, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Wellness
The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) released a new hazard alert to help prevent silica dust exposure among construction and surface mining workers who operate mobile equipment in enclosed cabs. Why is Silica Dust Deadly? Respirable...
by Michele Raines | Jul 20, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
OSHA has been issuing and amending regulations to protect the safety and health of workers occupationally exposed to beryllium and beryllium compounds for the last four years. Brief History of Beryllium Standards In early 2017, the first rule created...
by Chris Walter | Jul 13, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Information on the coronavirus seems to be everywhere, and it can be difficult to locate the best, most reliable sources. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) just made it easier to get reliable information...
