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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a new guidance document to instruct agency staff on enforcement priorities when it...
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Welding fumes are a complex mixture of metallic oxides, silicates, and fluorides. Fumes are formed when a metal is heated...
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Mental health in the workplace is a difficult concept for many to embrace. Research continues to demonstrate the critical links...
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Silicosis is an incurable occupational disease caused by inhaling dust that contains minute pieces of a mineral called silica (SiO2)....
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While many industries are becoming safer, recent data suggests that trucking is becoming deadlier. In 2017, 1,300 truckers lost their lives in...
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Radiation is used in a range of industrial, medical, and communication technologies. Although these have beneficial applications, radiation exposure can...
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Welding gases and fumes pose a serious threat to anyone who inhales them. Every welding project emits a different combination...
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As awareness of the importance of minimising occupational health and safety risk continues to grow amongst Australian employers, so too...
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Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a blood-borne disease that is spread through blood and certain body fluids. HIV attacks the...
Formaldehyde is a dangerous chemical, both as a gas and as a liquid. Long-term exposure increases your health risks. Employers who...
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Drilling fluids perform various functions. They lubricate drill bits, remove cuttings, and provide a barrier for well control. Inhalation of...
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Flour dust is a hazardous substance. Workers in baking-related jobs may inhale flour dust when it becomes airborne. The dust...
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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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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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Workplace exposure limits Containing the list of workplace exposure limits for use with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health...