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Working with Asphalt: Hazards and Safety Measures

Working with Asphalt: Hazards and Safety Measures

Some 350 million metric tons of asphalt are produced each year, mainly for road paving and roofing purposes. While asphalt has a variety of benefits, those who work with it can be subject to the health effects of occupational exposure to asphalt. For example, asphalt mishaps are responsible for...
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The Hazards of 3D Printing and the Necessary PPE for Protection

The Hazards of 3D Printing and the Necessary PPE for Protection

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.
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Clean Versus Sterile Manufacturing & Your Cleanroom Apparel

Clean Versus Sterile Manufacturing & Your Cleanroom Apparel

Cleanroom apparel has two major functions. It protects the controlled environment and the products from human contamination. It also protects the cleanroom personnel from harmful products or materials. For these reasons, the apparel should have the following properties:
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PPE and Protective Clothing for C Diff

PPE and Protective Clothing for C Diff

Professionals working in long term care facilities encounter a high percentage of people taking antibiotics. Healthcare workers often do not necessarily view elderly patients as a potential health risk simply because they take needed medications. But continued antibiotic usage can result in the...
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Keeping Livestock and Workers Protected From Avian Flu

Keeping Livestock and Workers Protected From Avian Flu

No one can deny the dangers associated with influenza viruses. As viruses spread from wild animal populations to domesticated and farm animals, the risks of these diseases spreading from animals to humans (called zoonosis) becomes greater. This is why worker safety in the meat and poultry industry...
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Forensic Restoration Specialists Require PPE for HAZMAT Operations

Forensic Restoration Specialists Require PPE for HAZMAT Operations

Everyday people are aware of the risks first responders take to keep community members safe. But following a crime or tragic event, highly trained individuals are tasked with conducting a comprehensive cleanup that puts them in harm’s way. Forensic restoration specialists work long hours to...
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What Is PM0.3 and Why does it matter?  

What Is PM0.3 and Why does it matter?  

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...
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Abrasive Blasting: Safety Tips and PPE

Abrasive Blasting: Safety Tips and PPE

When it comes to manufacturing and finishing, one of the most crucial processes is abrasive blasting, aka sandblasting, grit blasting, or media blasting. Although this system is relatively simple, it can also be incredibly dangerous if not done correctly. In this article, we're going to look at the...
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