Asbestosis is a chronic lung disease caused by repeated exposure to toxic asbestos dust over a long period of time while silicosis is a respiratory disease caused by inhaling silica dust. Both diseases cannot be cured. Asbestosis and Silicosis, have come to the forefront in the past decades as noncancerous diseases that can seriously damage …
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Managing and maintaining your water supply properly is the most effective method in preventing Legionnaires disease in the home as well as other buildings. Regular inspection, cleaning, and disinfection of water systems help prevent Legionella bacteria from growing and multiplying. In this blog, you will learn about important things regarding Legionnaires’ disease including its causes, …
What is EH&S and What Does It Mean? EHS focuses on occupational safety and harmful environmental releases. EHS or EH&S can refer to laws, regulations, programs, and other efforts done by employers to protect the environment and their employees from workplace hazards. It includes the development and implementation of health and safety policies as well …
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In the 1970’s several types of asbestos materials used in construction were banned. Then, in 1989 the EPA issued a final rule further banning the use of asbestos, but due to extensive industry lobbying efforts the full ban was overturned in court and only a few specific types of asbestos products were banned as well …
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What is Vermiculite? Vermiculite is a naturally occurring flaky mineral that resembles mica. It was first described in Massachusetts early in the 19th century and was named for the Latin word vermiculare, “meaning to breed worms” because of the exfoliation process that occurs when it is heated. When the temperature reaches 900 degrees Celsius, the …
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At RPF Environmental, we encounter customers that are confused and frustrated by different information they receive from inspection companies regarding the amount of sampling required. This begs the question, “How many asbestos samples is the right amount?” Too few samples can get you in trouble, too many can needlessly chew up your budget. In this …
You don’t need to worry about asbestos shingles and other asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) in your home if they are in good condition. This is because they are less likely to release toxic airborne fibers. But, remodeling or renovating your home which involves disturbing ACMs, including roofing and siding shingles with asbestos, will put you and …
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What if you accidentally removed asbestos tiles during a home renovation or remodeling project and don’t know what you should do next? The first step is to not panic and stop disturbing the tiles further to avoid possible exposure in case they do contain asbestos. But, know that if your house is old and was …
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Exposure to asbestos fibers in the air can cause serious health issues when the problem is not dealt with immediately. Whether you are doing it for compliance or want to protect your family or business from potential airborne asbestos fibers after a remodeling job, this guide can help you. Keep on reading if you want …
Indoor air pollution within homes, workplaces, schools, and other buildings is one of the major causes of various health complications, especially in immunocompromised individuals. In fact, EPA stated that the air indoors can be 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoors. This is why building owners hire certified indoor air quality professionals who have …
When it comes to resolving indoor air quality issues, you need to be equipped with the right knowledge to be able to properly identify IAQ problems and offer the best solutions to your clients. Thus, you need to complete multiple indoor air quality training programs and courses to make sure that you’re following the best …
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Employees entering confined spaces to perform maintenance work or rescue operations, especially in the construction industry, can get exposed to unexpected hazards. These include toxic substances, asphyxiations, explosions, and electrocutions. And since confined spaces have limited or restricted means for entry or exit, workers or rescuers could die during the process. This makes understanding confined …
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