Research/Statistics

New one-size-fits-all adhesion respirator decreases exposure

NEW ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL STRAPLESS ADHESION RESPIRATOR (FACE MASK) DECREASES EXPOSURE to Swine Flu and other Respiratory Pathogens and Harmful Particles Concern over the possibility of a swine flu pandemic is focusing people’s interest on strategies they can take to protect themselves. Frequent hand washing is not enough since the virus is easily transmitted via airborne droplets […]

by Fred Hosier

May 28, 2009

Lung disease from chemical food flavoring may not be limited to popcorn

Popcorn lung may not be limited to workers in popcorn factories, according to a recent report by an investigative journalist.

by Fred Hosier

April 15, 2009

How often should federal health investigators be able to enter a workplace?

OSHA isn’t the only federal safety and health agency that can come into your workplace to perform an investigation. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) can enter a facility to investigate threats against employee health and safety.

by Fred Hosier

February 12, 2009

Add another solvent to list with potential hazards

Recently, industry has increased the use of the solvent 1-bromopropane (1-BP) as a substitute for other banned substances. Now, scientists are looking into potential problems with 1-BP.

by Fred Hosier

December 15, 2008

6 proposed OSHA reforms: Do you agree or disagree?

For the first time in 14 years, Democrats will have a President in the White House and significant majorities in both the House and Senate. While many newspapers have been calling on the Democrats to make major changes in monetary and foreign policies, one has chosen to target the nation’s workplace safety and health regulations.

by Fred Hosier

July 21, 2008

Research/Statistics

New one-size-fits-all adhesion respirator decreases exposure

Lung disease from chemical food flavoring may not be limited to popcorn

How often should federal health investigators be able to enter a workplace?

Add another solvent to list with potential hazards

6 proposed OSHA reforms: Do you agree or disagree?

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