Author: International Enviroguard

ISO, or the International Organization for Standardization, is a global federation that presents worldwide standards to its member bodies in an effort to advise on best practices and keep workers safe. One of these international standards, ISO 16602, is designed to provide insight into what type of...

Despite the proven links between asbestos and mesothelioma cancer deaths, the deadly material continues to impact everyday people in the workplace. Although upwards of 60 countries banned the use of asbestos, major markets such as Russia, China, and the U.S. only place restrictions on how the...

When working outside, it's crucial to protect workers as much as possible from the elements. Even when conditions are pleasant, too much sun exposure can become a serious problem, leading to heat stress and exhaustion.

Workers in multiple industries often use high-pressure equipment as a routine component of their job duties. This type of equipment is hazardous, and injuries can and do happen due to improper use, insufficient training, or accidents. Injuries caused by high-pressure equipment typically affect...

Also known as additive manufacturing, 3D printing has rapidly gained traction in the manufacturing industry. This innovative technology allows producers to create products using a combination of inexpensive materials and highly accessible equipment.

The COVID Virus is Much Smaller Than 0.3 Microns Wide—Here's How That Impacts Mask Safety All around us, the air is full of small solid and liquid particles that are easy for humans to inhale or ingest. Scientists classify these airborne particles by diameter size in units called microns...

Employees in many occupations go to work every day with the full knowledge they will routinely be exposed to dust. In industries such as mining, carpentry, masonry, and manufacturing, among many others, workplace dust remains unavoidable. Although agencies such as the Occupational Health and Safety...

Gamma Radiation Sterilization: A Key Weapon in Bacteria & Microorganism Elimination The most popular form of radiation sterilization, gamma radiation sterilization, is a process used throughout many industries. Though it’s most commonly associated with the medical industry, it's also used in...