Global warming has done a number to the Midwest this summer. With another month of hot temperatures expected, it’s important to know the signs of heat stress and how to prevent it.Your enemy: heat! Heat stress can take many forms including: Heat Exhaustion- Occurs...
General Industry Silica Standard Now in EffectBy now you likely know what crystalline silica is and why it’s a danger to human health (think silicosis, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and kidney disease). But did you know that OSHA is now enforcing...
What is Legionella and Legionnaires’ disease?Legionella is a type of bacterium which is found naturally in fresh water. Legionnaires’ disease is caused when the legionella bacterium infects the lungs and cause pneumonia. The bacteria can also cause a less serious...
If not properly controlled, handled, shipped, disposed, etc., many chemicals can be nasty to humans and the environment. As part of the EPA’s Community Right-to-Know Act, the EPA requires U.S. businesses to annually report certain chemicals they are releasing through...
“What we learn with pleasure we never forget.” – Alfred Mercier Learning is an important part of developing and advancing in your career. Sometimes specific training is required by an employer or OSHA, and other times you may be looking to expand...
Interpreting silica lab results can be a bit overwhelming, so let’s break it down to make it easy. Doctorates look great on resumes but certainly aren’t needed to interpret silica sampling results. First things first. Conduct sampling and send your results to a...
