by Chris Walter | Jan 21, 2025 | Blog, Firefighters, Respiratory Protection, Uncategorized
As Los Angeles continues to grapple with devastating fires, it serves as a stark reminder of the dangers involved with both the flames, and medical needs of those who battle the blaze. The LA fires, which started on January 7 2025, has, at the time of this writing,...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Uncategorized
Can properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) transform safety for construction workers? While only time will tell, that’s certainly the goal behind OSHA’s PPE rule update for the industry. In a recent move, OSHA has updated its PPE standards, for the...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Dec 30, 2024 | Blog, Uncategorized, Wellness
Prioritizing workplace injury and illness prevention isn’t just essential for safeguarding employee health. It’s also a smart financial strategy that can lead to significant cost savings for your business. On December 12, 2024, the OSHA released comprehensive data on...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Dec 23, 2024 | Blog, Uncategorized, Wellness
Are you and your team aware that norovirus can spread like wildfire in the workplace, making it crucial to recognize symptoms and promptly report illness to protect everyone? Norovirus, often referred to as the “vomiting bug” or “winter vomiting...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Dec 9, 2024 | Blog, Services, Uncategorized
As temperatures drop and snow begins to fall, both employers and employees must prioritize safety on the road. Winter driving presents significant dangers due to hazardous conditions such as snow, ice, and reduced visibility. Black ice is particularly treacherous as...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Dec 2, 2024 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Uncategorized
Silica exposure poses significant health risks to miners, primarily due to the inhalation of respirable crystalline silica (RCS) dust generated during mining operations. In fact, according to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), over one million miners...
