by Chris Walter | Nov 27, 2023 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Though Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season, it also brings potential respiratory health challenges for workers. Many viruses spread more rapidly during the holiday season, for a number of reasons. Large gatherings, crowded travel, and more time...
by Chris Walter | Nov 20, 2023 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Every year, the CDC estimates that the flu sickens millions of people in the US, resulting in hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations, and tens of thousands of deaths. As such, seasonal flu prevention becomes a critical part of a healthy workforce, in order to...
by Chris Walter | Nov 6, 2023 | Blog, Respiratory Protection
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a colorless, highly toxic gas with a distinct rotten egg odor, also known as ‘sewer gas’. In occupational settings, it poses a severe threat to workers when encountered in high concentrations, making respiratory protection in confined...
by Chris Walter | Oct 22, 2023 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Services, Wellness
Beryllium is a vital material in aerospace, defense, and various industries. But, though the metal remains an important part of manufacturing, beryllium exposure poses severe risks if not managed appropriately. In fact, in some cases, it can even prove fatal. A...
by Emma Bryant | Oct 22, 2023 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
In spring of 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published new beryllium guidance intended to help employers and workers understand and navigate the beryllium standards. One of the documents provides guidance for interim enforcement for the...
by Chris Walter | Oct 9, 2023 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Although lead remains a fairly common material in industrial settings, lead exposure poses serious health risks to numerous demographics, especially children, pregnant women, and industrial workers. Excessive long-term exposure at the workplace can lead to...
