indoor air quality compliance News
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Healthy Indoors Magazine Features Zimmetry Environmental
Last week, the December issue ofHealthy Indoorsmagazine was released. The issue was filled with informative articles geared towards indoor air quality (IAQ) and environmental professionals as well as those in the general people who are concerned about the quality of the indoor environments in their homes, schools and places of business. The digital publication, launched last summer, has ...
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Occupational Exposure Risks to Fiberglass and Other Synthetic Vitreous Fibers in Puerto Rico
In Puerto Rico and throughout the rest of the United States, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports there are many workers exposed to fiberglass and other synthetic vitreous fibers (SVFs) in manufacturing and end-use applications. SVFs are man-made fibrous materials used for thermal and sound insulating purposes and to reinforce other materials. It is used in ...
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Confirmed as Cause of Tourist Deaths at Caribbean Resort
Last month, the Royal Bahamas Police Force confirmed that carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning was the cause of death for three American tourists that died during their stay at a luxury resort on the island of Great Exuma. The mysterious deaths made international headlines earlier this year and according to the police department, the matter remains under active investigation as the source of the carbon ...
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Zimmetry Environmental Gives Thanks to the People of Puerto Rico
As people across Puerto Rico prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving with their family and friends, Zimmetry Environmental would like to thank the community for another successful year of providing indoor consulting and environmental compliance testing services for the island’s residents. Over a decade ago, Harry Pena, President of Zimmetry Environmental, started the company after working as a ...
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Zimmetry Environmental Continues Strategic Growth Initiative
For over a decade, when indoor environmental issues occur, companies and agencies across the Caribbean and Central America have turned to Zimmetry Environmental for solutions. The environmental and indoor air quality (IAQ) experts at Zimmetry provide a wide range of services that can identify issues, determine their cause and provide a course of action to quickly resolve a problem. The ...
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Puerto Ricans Reminded of Indoor Air Pollutants during Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Across Puerto Rico and the rest of the United States, November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death due to cancer and the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in both genders. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2010 there were 201,144 people who were diagnosed with lung cancer in the United States. That same ...
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Lead Hazards in Homes & Buildings Found Hidden in Plain Sight
Last month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a report about two Afghan children living in the United States that were found to have exceptionally high levels of lead in their blood. The children’s parents had used a traditional black makeup known as kajal that some parents from Pakistan and Afghanistan apply around their children’s eyes. Several months ...
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The Importance of Indoor Air Quality in Puerto Rico’s Commercial Properties
While the thought of polluted air in the work environment may bring to mind faded images of coal miners covered in dust or factory workers surrounded by smoke and fumes from decades ago, the reality is many people who work in modern office environments are also being exposed to air quality pollutants. The quality of the air that employees breathe is a critical component of their health and ...
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Zimmetry Environmental Educates the Public about Common Causes of Indoor Air Quality Issues
Even with the beautiful weather that is so common across Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, most people spend the majority of their time indoors. Whether at home, school or in the office, many people spend up to 90% of their time indoors. Spending so much time indoors means that the air people breathe is a key component of a healthy life. Unfortunately, many buildings have problems with their ...
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Exposure to Elevated Levels of Mold a Potential Link for High Asthma Rates in Puerto Rico
People living in Puerto Rico have some of the highest asthma rates in the United States. Asthma can be triggered by a number of factors, including exposure to elevated levels of airborne mold for some people. A study was conducted several years ago that was a collaborative effort that included the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), through its Office of Research and Development, which ...
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Residents of Puerto Rico Should Benefit from $1 Million HUD Grant to Further Develop a Mold Classification Tool
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced the agency awarded close to $16 million to 18 universities, public health and housing organizations to conduct housing-related hazard and energy efficiency research studies. The funds were provided through HUD’s Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH). Each of the research grants aims to ...
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Occupational Exposure Risks to Nanomaterials in Puerto Rico
Technology-based companies in Puerto Rico look to advances in materials science to innovate and create new products to sell worldwide. One of these technologies is the development and advancement of nanotechnologies. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) defines nanotechnology as the manipulation of matter on a near-atomic scale to produce new structures, materials ...
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Honoring Workers’ Memorial Day and Occupational Health and Safety Services in Puerto Rico
Later this week, Puerto Rico and the rest of the United States will observe Workers’ Memorial Day. The annual day of recognition takes place each year on April 28th, the same day the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was established 46 years ago. According to OSHA, Workers’ Memorial Day is a time to honor those workers who have died on the job, to acknowledge the ...
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Indoor Allergens Cause Allergic Reactions in Buildings across Puerto Rico
For many people who suffer from allergies in Puerto Rico, a check of the allergy forecast on television or the internet is a frequent activity. While there are many common allergens that can be found in the natural outdoor environment, there are also many allergens that may be present indoors that can be resolved. It is not uncommon for some people to be allergic to more than one indoor ...
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Workers Memorial Day and the Importance of Occupational Health and Safety Programs in Puerto Rico
On April 28th, Puerto Rico and the rest of the United States will observe Workers Memorial Day. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) states that the annual day of recognition was established to recognize workers who died or suffered from exposures to hazards at work. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Workers Memorial Day is a time ...
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Global Asbestos Awareness Week and Protecting Puerto Rico’s Residents and Workers from Exposure Hazards
The 19th annual Global Asbestos Awareness Week (GAAW) takes place during the first week of April. The week-long campaign was started by the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization and is a designed to educate the public about asbestos hazards to prevent future exposure risks. Asbestos is a generic name given to six fibrous minerals that have been used in numerous commercial products over the ...
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Workers’ Memorial Day and Occupational Health and Safety Programs to Protect Puerto Rico’s Workforce
Puerto Rico, along with the rest of the United States, will observe Workers’ Memorial Day on April 28th. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports the annual day of recognition was established to recognize workers who died or suffered from exposures to hazards at work. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) says it is a time to honor those ...
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Lead and Copper Rule Changes Will Impact Children and Families in Puerto Rico
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced the first major update to the agency’s Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) in nearly 30 years. The changes strengthen the LCR and accelerate actions that reduce lead in drinking water to safeguard children from lead exposure. EPA’s new Lead and Copper Rule better protects children and communities from the risks of lead exposure ...
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EPA Initiative to Reduce Lead Exposure Includes Underserved Communities in Puerto Rico
Earlier this fall, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) launched the training and outreach initiative, Enhancing Lead-Safe Work Practices through Education and Outreach (ELSWPEO). These efforts are meant to raise awareness about childhood lead exposure and protect environmentally overburdened and underserved communities across the United States from lead exposure. According to an EPA ...
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Keeping Mold Exposure Risks Out of Homes, Schools and Businesses in Puerto Rico
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the presence of mold is very common in buildings and homes. The agency goes on to report that mold will grow in places with a lot of moisture, such as around leaks in roofs, windows or pipes, or where there has been flooding. It is well known that exposure to elevated levels of mold can cause health issues for some people. The ...
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