by Ed Kennedy | Apr 30, 2012 | Safety Information
Researchers have found that Asbestos workers who also smoke increase their risk of contracting lung cancer 70 to 80 times greater than the general population. Fortunately the exposures to asbestos available today are generally much lower, and the amount of cigarettes...
by Ed Kennedy | Apr 30, 2012 | Legal Regulations
People ask “which agency is responsible for asbestos regulations?” The answer is “Both”.The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1982 was charged protecting the environment from asbestos in K-12 schools nationwide in the USA. Prior to that...
by Ed Kennedy | Apr 30, 2012 | Safety Information
Dangers of Lead Exposure To Children and Adults Is Being Exposed to Lead Dangerous? Lead is a poisonous metal that causes serious health risks. Before getting into the dangers of exposure, it is important to discuss the cause of exposure in the first place. Causes of...
by Ed Kennedy | Apr 30, 2012 | Safety Information
The California Department of Education has defined loose and peeling lead based paint on school buildings as a “Hazard”. This followed release by experts of the astounding information that “an ingested paint chip the size of a dime, with 15% lead,...
by Ed Kennedy | Apr 26, 2012 | Legal Regulations
Asbestos Awareness Training Frequency Overview of OSHA asbestos awareness training regulations OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) requires employers to organize employee training programs for employees who work in environments that have been proven...
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