Month: August 2020

Many hazards in a construction site are obvious. However, there are some that are even more insidious that may not be seen by the naked eye initially. Although mold is useful for the environment and can help break down matter into fertilizer, the wrong types of mold in workplaces can lead to a series of […]

If you happen to be a parent or educator, you would definitely be concerned about the welfare of your children. The fact is that children spend most of their time at school. During this period every day, their health is largely dependent on the quality of air that they breathe in at school. However, you […]

The basic duties of the managers and health administrators in hospitals include ensuring that health and safety hazards are prevented and mitigated at all times. While they need to be concerned about reducing procedural and operational risks in treating patients, it is important that they care about the well-being of the visitors to hospitals as […]

Mold plays an integral role in the natural world, aiding in the decomposition of organic material. However, mold can become a serious problem when it starts growing in unwelcome places such as our homes and offices. Not just impacting your health and that of your loved ones, mold can also cause structural damage to your […]

Summer – the holiday season, and also the perfect season for mold. Did you know that some mold spores are only active during the summer months, choosing not to grow when it is cold out? Combined with humid conditions and the fact that homes are completely locked up when you leave for vacation, summer makes […]

A group of six natural minerals, asbestos is made up of soft fibers that are resistant to electricity, heat and corrosion. This makes it useful for insulation purposes, however exposure to asbestos has been proven to have dangerous health impacts. Once asbestos dust is inhaled, fibers can get trapped in the body, in serious cases […]

Asbestos ingestion is related to peritoneal mesothelioma as well as digestive cancers. Nonetheless, the link that connects these 3 conditions is not concrete even to this day. Asbestos ingestion is less common than inhalation of asbestos fibers but that does not mean it does not happen. This problem becomes a grave concern when asbestos exposure […]

Dealing with mold problems in crawl spaces within your property can be a daunting experience. Knowing what to do to resolve such issues can be overwhelming. When mold problems are not handled properly, they can often result in various health issues. If you or someone you know have been experiencing symptoms of mold exposure, you […]

If you are an art enthusiast who owns various pieces or art, you would know that maintenance of artwork in art galleries might not be the easiest task. However, as long as you take the right steps to taking care of artwork, you should be able to manage mold in art galleries. This article will […]

Asbestos is a banned material in more than 50 countries around the world but that does not mean it has stopped threatening human health. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is estimated that there are approximately 125 million people across the globe who have been exposed to asbestos found in workplaces. There have […]