Purchasing industrial hygiene equipment is a task that should not be taken lightly. Selecting the first piece of equipment that appears to fit your needs may lead to problems later on. Whether you're purchasing new sampling pumps or a confined space entry monitor, here are seven purchasing tips to consider before you buy.
Everyday jobs can expose you to harmful noise levels, slowly deteriorating your hearing. To protect your hearing, it's important to understand the value of hearing protection devices, noise controls, hearing testing, training, and other preventive measures. For this article, we contacted hearing conservation experts to explain some of the key issues.
I imagine the EHS population and profile in northwest Ohio is similar to other parts of the country. Would a Y2K meeting planned for this fall go bust elsewhere? If so, then I think there is cause for concern. After all, EHS people should be among the most diligent groups addressing Y2K issues. Health, safety, and the welfare of people are the greatest concerns associated with the Y2K problem.
Certain asbestos materials and projects that elaborate engineering controls are unnecessary and maybe even dangerous. For example, there is a means and method to safely and effectively drill a hole through vinyl asbestos tile; drill through an asbestos-containing ceiling to install fire protection; or cut into transite water pipe or sewer pipe, or transite siding.
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