Author: International Enviroguard

When people need to work with contagious and deadly pathogens (i.e., bacteria and viruses), they need a safe and clean environment in which to work. Biosafety cabinets are an excellent solution because they offer various amenities while keeping both the worker and the surrounding area clean and...

The fact that paints, stains, and surface coatings are all around us often makes people believe they are perfectly safe. Since the majority of lead-based products have been eliminated, some of the health risks have been mitigated. It may come as something of a surprise to workers entering positions...

It should go without saying that some jobs are more dangerous than others - and risk on the job site can stem from a variety of factors, which may include the materials being worked with or the equipment that's being used. When it comes to hazards on site, there's also the risk of occupational...

Ladders are typically made of wood, metal, or fiberglass. However, many jobs require the use of ladders that are placed in close proximity to powerlines. In this article, we discuss essential ladder and powerline safety tips to keep in mind when using ladders near powerlines to reduce the risk of...

As cannabis becomes legal across the United States, cannabis businesses must figure out how to handle both the product itself and its waste. Because of the chemical nature of cannabis, the waste is not like other byproducts and must be addressed accordingly with a cannabis waste management plan.

Flash fires. Explosions. Flames. Arc flashes. They're all potential dangers associated with various professions. And those who are at risk of these hazards should be wearing FR, or flame-resistant, clothing to stay safe. In this post, we'll take a closer look at FR clothing, the industries where...

Because paint is used in many applications, some industries have to strip this paint for various reasons. For example, contractors and renovators may need to strip paint off wood to refurbish cabinets. Unfortunately, while paint stripping is necessary, it can also be highly dangerous and come with...

More than 7,000 vessels have been beached in Asia since 2009 for recycling purposes, and ship breaking safety standards have been almost non-existent. Reports indicate that thousands of people involved in the ship breaking process have lost their lives to workplace accidents, and an untold number...