When we take a drink of water, we assume that water is clean and free of contaminants. In many cases, this is true. However, in too many areas across America, our water is polluted with lead and copper. To help reduce the levels of lead and copper in our drinking water, the EPA created the… Read more »
Radon is a danger that many homeowners and businessowners need to contend with. It is a colorless, odorless gas containing uranium and radium that results with the natural decay of bedrock. Both uranium and radium are radioactive and therefore harmful to our health. Getting your home or business tested for radon is vital to protect… Read more »
VOCs, or Volatile Organic Compounds, are chemical compounds that have a high vapor pressure and low water solubility. They are released into the air as gases emitted from various products and industrial processes. VOCs are typically human-made chemicals that can cause adverse long-term and short-term health effects. Understanding the basics of VOCs, then, can help… Read more »
As an employer, it is your responsibility to keep your employees healthy and safe. To ensure employee safety, you need to know if there are any hazardous materials and/or conditions at your workspace, and how those hazardous conditions could impact your workers. Employee exposure assessments are a key part of this process. Read on to… Read more »
In 1978, the federal government outlawed the use of lead-based paint. However, many of the homes and apartment complexes we live in still contain lead-paint. Why? Because they were built prior to 1978. While landlords and property owners are lot legally obligated to remove lead paint, they are required to notify residents or potential residents… Read more »
Mold is a problem that both homeowners and businessowners must contend with. Not only can it cause structural damage to your property, but mold can also cause allergies and illness for inhabitants. Thankfully, most mold growth is within our control. By taking preventative measures, we can protect our properties and the people that inhabit them… Read more »
Whether it’s at home or at work, we spend most of our time indoors. However, our indoor environments can be filled with pollutants. Mold, smoke, paint fumes, and pet dander are just some of the many indoor air pollutants we face on a daily basis. Overexposure to these pollutants can harm our health, especially for… Read more »
When you’re buying a property, no stone should be left unturned. You need to know its history, as well as any environmental factors that may impact liability. This is especially important if you’re investing in commercial properties. Thankfully, by practicing environmental due diligence, you can ensure that your property is shielded from environmental liability. Learn… Read more »
Lead poisoning is a serious affliction for anyone, but especially so for children. Children are particularly susceptible to the effects of lead poisoning. As such, understanding the causes and keeping an eye out for symptoms and signs of lead paint can help you prevent the worst effects of lead poisoning. What causes lead poisoning in… Read more »
No matter your industry, there is always the risk of workplace injury or illness. From heavy metals to excessive noise, there are a wide variety of environmental conditions that could harm your employees. Industrial hygiene is meant to find, resolve, and prevent these kinds of dangerous conditions. Read on to learn more: What is industrial… Read more »
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