Asbestos: Hospitals and the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)

Although widely used from the 1940s to the 1970s in construction, asbestos has been declared a carcinogen for humans. Indeed, according to medical studies, asbestos exposure can cause lung cancer among other affections. Many buildings still contain them, including hospitals. These fibers become especially hazardous when released in demolitions and renovations. How does the regulation for asbestos abatement affect hospitals in the US?

School Facilities: Asbestos and Regulations

School facilities are obligated to have precise rules regarding asbestos exposure. These rules and regulations are meant to protect students and faculty. Let’s go over the specific rules governing asbestos exposure and important information for parents and guardians.

Learn How Too Much Humidity Affects Your Health

You may have looked over late exploration that suggests increasing indoor humidity to disable COVID particles. During the cold months when our rooms are closed, and everything is warmed up, the humidity can drop to very low levels (as low as 20%).

The Complete Guide to Indoor Air Quality for Property Managers

Indoor air quality is the first concern of a commercial property manager. With the rise in global warming and other environmental pollution, the air quality is getting poorer day by day. This is a major concern in commercial buildings as it can result in mild to severe illness and discomfort to the tenants. As a matter of fact, quality tenants have started to demand a proactive approach to eliminate the indoor air pollution and make their places safe to live and work. According to a survey, people spend about 90% of their time in buildings, hence maintaining a healthy air quality is extremely important. 

Is It Time To Check The Indoor Air Quality Of Your Office?

Poor air quality in the office where you work can create health problems for employees and customers that come in. Don’t assume the indoor air quality where you work is good, find out what you can about it. There can be some red flags that indicate problems not being taken care of. Such issues may include: 

What Are Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM)

If you’re a homeowner or have ever worked in the construction industry, you’ve probably heard people refer to asbestos or asbestos containing materials (ACMs). While most people are aware that asbestos is potentially dangerous, and something you don’t want in your place of residence or on your job site, it’s still not well understood by many.

How commercial cleaning can help fight COVID-19

Keeping your work environment clean has always been important. Now, in the middle of Coronavirus, COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever. It’s not easy running a business in conditions like this. How do you keep your employees safe? How do you protect them and keep the volume of the business at the same time? It’s not that hard if you follow several important and easy steps.

Asbestos Exposure in the Home: Risk, Removal, and Remodeling

Many people are alarmed to learn that their house may contain asbestos. Asbestos exposure has been linked to lung cancer and mesothelioma – particularly in construction workers and manufacturers, who were frequently exposed to it on the job. Most Americans will spend at least one-third of their time every day inside their home – that is a lot of time to be breathing air that could potentially make you sick.

How To Protect Your Family From The Harmful Effects Of Asbestos

Asbestos as such is a useful mineral because of its qualities like heat-resistance, corrosion-resistance etc but direct exposure to this mineral is also very toxic. It works as an amazing insulator and commonly used in materials such as cement, paper, cloth, plastic to make them sturdy and durable. However, when the asbestos dust is ingested or inhaled by humans, it can harm their bodies to a great extent.

Why All The Fuss With Asbestos?

The primary concern with asbestos is the dangers it poses. Some of the risks that come to mind when asbestos is present could happen: 

Lung cancer

Mesothelioma – This is a cancer of the chest cavity lining. 

Asbestosis – A pulmonary obstructive disease forcing the lungs and the heart to work beyond their capacity, resulting in cardiac arrest.