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Hepatitis B and C are bloodborne diseases that affect the liver. They can be transmitted from a single exposure to...
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Silica is one of the most common hazards on a worksite, particularly in the construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, and...
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Cigarette smoke contains at least 250 chemicals that cause cancer or are toxic. Many of these chemicals are already found...
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Cancer is caused by exposure to harmful materials and certain types of radiation. Workers in some jobs are at more...
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Each lab should conduct regular self-inspections of their areas to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and to familiarize new...
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Noise is present in many workplaces, but being exposed to too much can cause permanent and irreversible damage to workers....
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Accidents happen. The official American Red Cross First Aid app puts expert advice for everyday emergencies in your hand. Get...
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Burns can be serious and even life-threatening. Though they often happen because of flames and hot materials, corrosive substances and...
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Sprains and strains are among the most common injuries for many workers. They can arise from a number of incident types,...
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Cold waters poses a danger to those working on or near them. Workers who could fall into cold water must...
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As mould grows, it releases airborne spores and fragments of hyphe (filaments) that can affect a worker's health. People with allergies, asthma,...
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With the advent of winter comes a host of safety, health and legal issues that employers need to address before...
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Paints & coatings is a broad category that includes a wide range of different products. The chemicals in many of...
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Some people experience allergic reactions when they touch or inhale certain materials. Reactions can affect the eyes, skin, and/or respiratory...
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Non-ionizing radiation is all around us and comes from both natural and human-made sources. It includes electric and magnetic fields,...
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Infectious diseases are caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Some infectious diseases can be passed from...
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Severe cold stress can lead to hypothermia, which can be fatal. Cold stress can affect people working in cold or...
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Lung disease is any condition that prevents the lungs from functioning properly. It can happen at the workplace if a...
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Health Hazard Evaluation program A Health Hazard Evaluation (HHE) is an evaluation of possible health hazards at a workplace. Employees,...
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Hearing tests are an important part of a hearing loss prevention program. Here you'll find hearing test information for employers,and workers...
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Lead is a toxic, naturally occurring heavy metal. Although used less often than in the past, it can be found...
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While working in extreme temperatures, a buddy system should be used. Look out for one another and be alert for...
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The Materials provided presented a bloodborne pathogens program targeting small businesses and fire/emergency service workers and employers. Training topics include routes...
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Over the last few years, employee workplace wearable technology programs have gained tremendous popularity. The addition of wearable tech is...