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Post-Hurricane Building Restoration Safety: Protecting Workers and Occupants

Post-Hurricane Building Restoration Safety: Protecting Workers and Occupants

When a hurricane strikes, the immediate damage from high winds and flooding is only the beginning. Once the storm has passed, communities face the complex and hazardous process of restoration. Flooded homes, offices, and commercial buildings pose serious threats, not only to structures but also to...
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Refinery Turnaround Safety Concerns_FD

Refinery Turnaround Safety Concerns_FD

Refinery turnaround operations—also known as shutdowns—are among the most perilous phases in a refinery’s operational cycle. The surge in workforce, tight timelines, and disruption of normal workflows create an environment where even minor lapses can lead to serious incidents.
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Caustic Line Cleaning Safety: Protecting Workers and Customers in the Beer Industry

Caustic Line Cleaning Safety: Protecting Workers and Customers in the Beer Industry

Behind every perfectly poured pint of beer is a hidden process that most customers never think about: draught line cleaning. While beer drinkers enjoy crisp flavors, brewery staff and bar employees know that maintaining beer lines is a constant battle against buildup, bacteria, and off-flavors. To...
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Wildfire Smoke Causes Equipment Damage Miles Away

Wildfire Smoke Causes Equipment Damage Miles Away

Wildfires are often thought of as destructive only to the areas directly in their path—burning forests, homes, and businesses that lie close to the flames. Yet, a growing body of evidence shows that wildfire smoke poses a serious threat far beyond the burn zone.
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2025 Fire Restoration Standard: ANSI/IICRC S700

2025 Fire Restoration Standard: ANSI/IICRC S700

The fire restoration industry has long operated with best practices shaped by experience, science, and shared knowledge. In 2025, that experience culminated in the first-ever publicly reviewed national standard for fire and smoke damage restoration: the ANSI/IICRC S700 Standard for Professional...
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Breakthrough Remediation Technologies for Mold, Lead & Asbestos

Breakthrough Remediation Technologies for Mold, Lead & Asbestos

As of 2025, the remediation industry has witnessed significant technological advancements in addressing mold, lead, and asbestos hazards. These innovations aim to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability. Below is an overview of emerging technologies in each area, along with...
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EPA Bans Methylene Chloride: What Businesses Need to Know

EPA Bans Methylene Chloride: What Businesses Need to Know

Methylene chloride, also known as dichloromethane (DCM), has long been a staple solvent in industrial and commercial settings. Its ability to strip paint, clean grease, and serve as a critical ingredient in adhesives made it a go-to chemical for decades.
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Arc Flash Prevention: Best Practices for Workplace Safety

Arc Flash Prevention: Best Practices for Workplace Safety

An arc flash is a sudden, explosive release of electrical energy caused by a short circuit between energized conductors or between a conductor and the ground. An arc flash occurs when electrical energy escapes its intended pathway, often due to a fault in equipment like circuit breakers or...
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