Mycotoxins are toxins produced by some species of mold (myco means fungal). These mycotoxins are some of the most toxic substances in existence. When people are around toxic mold they are usually exposed to airborne mycotoxins by breathing them in. These mycotoxins end up in the lungs and cause breathing problems and other severe symptoms. Continue Reading…
Beware of Mold – Mycotoxins and Aflatoxins Found in Mold Are Among the Most Carcinogenic Substances Known!
December 23, 2015 By
Industrial Health & Safety Tips – Preventing Chemical Exposure in the Workplace at the Source
December 3, 2015 By
Every week workers get hurt or in the hospital because of an inadvertent exposure to chemicals they had on the job. Common places for workplace exposure can be found in factories, chemical plants, manufacturing, and automotive shops which is why inventory is now being sold a stores like Shoppok. The following tips are for preventing Continue Reading…
Indoor Air Pollution – The Possible Symptoms, Effects, and Sources of Indoor Air Pollution at Your Industrial Facility
November 17, 2015 By
Indoor air pollutants is one of the worst environmental problem we have in the United States. The effects of indoor air pollution can be short term eye and throat irritation or long term effects like respiratory disease and cancer. Some air pollution can even cause death. An Industrial Health and Safety Consultant can test your facility for Continue Reading…
Managing Environmental Risk is an Important Consideration for Investors Looking to Purchase Industrial Property
July 22, 2014 By
Industrial properties are more likely to have environmental liabilities and the problems need to be identified and managed. Demand is high for high tech distribution facilities but most times they are being built on top of old manufacturing sites. Industrial property problems are usually the result of past tenant use. Underground storage tanks (USTs) related to Continue Reading…
Tips for Closing Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)
July 2, 2014 By
Many older underground storage tanks (USTs) need be be closed properly to protect human health and the environment. Contaminated ground water is usually the first sign that you have a problem with a UST. For the best tips on closing a UST we need to first know if you want to close it temporarily or Continue Reading…
Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Reports and Why They Are So Important To File Correctly By July 1st Each Year
June 19, 2014 By
The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Requirement EPA requires reporting of toxic chemical releases under EPCRA, and facilities that manufacture, process, or use toxic chemicals over certain quantities must file annual reports estimating the amounts released to the environment, treated or recycled on-site, or transferred off-site for waste management. These reports are submitted to EPA and the Continue Reading…
Prevent Your Company From Having Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Violations From the EPA
June 11, 2014 By
SPCC is the abbreviation for the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Rule. An EPA regulator from the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) recently revealed the most common SPCC violations he finds on field inspections. Typical Violations from All Facility Types… Container incompatibility. Some examples include using underground storage tanks as aboveground storage tanks and Continue Reading…
Learn to Avoid Dust Explosions That Can Cause Severe Structural Damage and Loss of Life
June 3, 2014 By
A dust explosion is a very rapid burning of the dust while it’s still suspended in the air, known as deflagration. If this happens in a confined enclosure (building, room, vessel, equipment) there may be an explosion. The dispersion of dust in particulate or finely ground form enables the dust to burn very rapidly. Dust fires Continue Reading…
Staying Compliant with the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) When Transporting Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
May 28, 2014 By
Anyone who manufactures, imports, or exports hazardous chemicals is required by the EPA to comply with Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Anyone transporting anything not on the TSCA list of chemicals must notify the EPA at least 90 days before producing or importing the new chemical substance. There are TSCA reporting requirements also and TSCA’s rules are enforced Continue Reading…
Tips on How to Identify and Minimize the Amount of Mold in Your Workplace
May 23, 2014 By
Mold is a common, irritating and occasionally dangerous contaminant and it’s presence can often be the cause of a variety of respiratory health issues, odors and even structural damage. The most important thing you can do is to pay attention to indoor air moisture levels and understand that air humidity id the key to managing Continue Reading…
