by Emma Bryant | Mar 30, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
The majority of states in the U.S. have ordered “Non-Essential” businesses to close in order to prevent further spread of the COVID-19 virus. While that means many workers are being forced to stay at home, it also means that essential workers will be going into work...
by Emma Bryant | Mar 23, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
With the growing spread of COVID-19 cases in the U.S, every workplace has to adapt to keep workers healthy and safe. For many businesses, this means temporarily shutting the doors or having employees work from home. For companies that continue with on-site work,...
by Michele Raines | Mar 20, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
COVID-19 news, questions, and confusion — caused by the ongoing pandemic of the novel coronavirus — are spreading almost as rapidly as the virus itself. It comes as no surprise that many employers wonder whether or not they need to report cases of...
by Emma Bryant | Mar 16, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued guidance on preparing workplaces for a COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. The guidance breaks down risk categories and recommendations on how employers can reduce workers’ risk of exposure. *We’re continuing to...
by Michele Raines | Mar 9, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
On Jan. 30, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak of a previously unidentified novel coronavirus, now called SARS-CoV-2, to be a public health emergency of international concern. One day later, the United States followed suit and declared a public health...
by Michele Raines | Mar 2, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Wellness
In February, OSHA announced a revised National Emphasis Program (NEP) for respirable crystalline silica (RCS) in general industry, maritime, and construction. In general, NEP’s are designed to focus OSHA’s resources on particular hazards and high-hazard industries....
