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Protecting Workers in Industries that Utilize 1-Bromopropane and Other Solvents
In February, the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released for public comment and peer review a draft risk assessment for 1-bromopropane (1-BP), also known as n-propyl bromide. The draft assessment was conducted as part of EPA’s Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Work Plan assessment effort. According to the document, 1-BP showed acute risks to women of childbearing ...
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Illinois Company Fined for Respiratory Hazards
Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fined an Illinois company for exposing workers to respiratory and other hazards. The company, based in Mokena, is subject to proposed fines of over $122,000. One willful health and nine serious safety violations were reported by OSHA. "Failing to identify hazards, provide ...
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“DirectSense® TAB” Tablet PC based Environmental Test Meter Kits
GrayWolf introduces new multi-parameter air measurement kits that include 7", 8" or 10" tablet PCs to meet lower cost DirectSense IAQ, TVOC, TOX, HVAC and AIR applications. Use the smaller tablets for portable display of measurements, "snap-shot" data-logs and/or short-term trend logging. Additionally use the 10" tablet for multi-probe and long-term monitoring. All of these tablets come with ...
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Preventing Occupational Hazards due to Heat Exposure and Temperature Extremes
July and August are the months that typically bring the hottest outdoor temperatures. These hot and often humid conditions can create health and safety challenges for workers in countless outdoor occupations. Many other workers are subject to hot conditions year-round due to the physical activities of their jobs, contact with heated objects or radiant heat sources. All employers are ...
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Smart City Expo World Congress Barcelona 2019
About Smart City Expo World Congress Smart City Expo World Congress (Barcelona, November 19-21) is the leading international event for the smart city sector, a key meeting point for experts and leaders of the world’s most innovative cities, companies, research centers, and international organizations. Over 25,000 professional visitors are expected, with over 1,000 exhibitors, along with ...
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Identifying and Mitigating Particulate Matter Pollution Exposure Risks
Particulate matter (PM) is described by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a mixture of solid particles and liquid droplets found in the air. Some of these particles, such as dust, dirt, soot or smoke, are large or dark enough to be seen with the naked eye, but others are so small they can only be detected using powerful instruments. Because PM is so small, it can be inhaled ...
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Occupational Health & Safety Professional Helps Prevent Worker Exposure to Hexavalent Chromium
Many workers are exposed to hexavalent chromium in the work environment. Hexavalent chromium, also known as chromium VI, is a toxic form of the element chromium. These compounds are man-made and widely used in many different industries. Hexavalent chromium compounds are used as chromate pigments in dyes, paints, inks, and plastics. They may be added as anticorrosive agents to paints, ...
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Experts Provide Services to Prevent Silicosis in Puerto Rico
Silica exposure remains a serious threat to several million U.S. workers, including more than 100,000 workers in high risk jobs such as abrasive blasting, foundry work, stonecutting, rock drilling, quarry work and tunneling. Exposure also occurs during many different construction activities and some manufacturing processes. These same risks can be found in Puerto Rico and across many parts of ...
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Identifying Exposure Risks to Methylene Chloride and other Chemical Hazards in Puerto Rico
Methylene chloride, also known as dichloromethane, is described by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) as a volatile, colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. The agency reports that the chemical compound is used in various industrial processes in numerous different industries. These include paint stripping, pharmaceutical manufacturing, paint remover ...
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Identifying Chemical Exposure Risks and Utilizing Safety Data Sheets in Workplaces across Puerto Rico
The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) was revised in 2012 to require chemical manufacturers, distributors or importers to provide Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), formerly known as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), to communicate the dangers of hazardous chemical products. Beginning in June of 2015, the HCS required that Safety Data Sheets be presented in a consistent user-friendly, 16-section ...
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