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For example, many homes still have asbestos-containing materials. Exposure to asbestos is known to cause lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis. ...
Hygieneering, Inc. is a full service environmental, health and safety consulting, testing and training firm that has served the gas and oil industry for over thirty years. Hygieneering, Inc.’s expertise include: hazardous material investigations, hazardous material remediation plans, air and water testing, ...
A contractor is said to have informed school administrators of the potential for mercury vapors from that type of flooring. Tests were then conducted that reportedly discovered mercury in the air at four of the district’s gyms. ...
” Zimmetry Environmental’s Phase I ESA includes: • Physical inspection of the property • Interviews of knowledgeable persons • Review of federal, state and local lists of known contaminated sites, hazardous materials users, spills and storage tanks • Evaluation ...
While some of these are primarily spread from direct person-to-person contact, many others are known to spread when people come into contact with contaminated surfaces and other materials. “Although some people are at greater risk than others of antibiotic-resistant infections, no one can completely avoid the risk,” said Derrick A. ...
“Although it has been decades since asbestos-containing materials were commonly used in residential, commercial, and institutional properties, dangers due to exposure to these materials continue today,” said Hollis L. ...
There are many factors that take place during the construction of a home or building that could potentially cause future indoor air quality (IAQ) problems for building occupants. These may include everything from the materials selected for the project and construction techniques to how building materials are stored. ...
There are many factors that take place during the construction of a home or building that could potentially cause future indoor air quality (IAQ) problems for building occupants. These may include everything from the materials selected for the project and construction techniques to how building materials are stored. ...
There are many factors that take place during the construction of a home or building that could potentially cause future indoor air quality (IAQ) problems for building occupants. These may include everything from the materials selected for the project and construction techniques to how building materials are stored. ...
“The MMWR article brings to light the fact that people involved in demolition, construction and renovation activities need to be aware of the health risks associated with bat and bird droppings that are frequently encountered in older buildings,” said Charles Li, Ph.D., Director of PCR and DNA Analysis at EMSL Analytical, Inc. “AT EMSL, we offer testing ...
C. diff is shed in feces. Any surface, device or material that becomes contaminated with feces may serve as a reservoir for the organism’s spores which can survive for long periods of time on common surfaces. ...
To provide information and access to testing services for these emerging materials, EMSL recently launched NanoTestingLab.com. The website provides a wealth of information and analytical solutions for companies, agencies and people with nanoparticle testing needs.” To learn more about nanoparticle testing services, please ...
These standards include the proper facility design, environmental monitoring, handling and storage of sterile compounds to prevent serious illness or fatalities caused by accidental contamination of these materials. While a significant portion of the USP 797 guidelines pertain to improving air quality in these facilities, an equally important goal is to prevent ...
The woman claims she got Legionnaires’ disease at the hotel from a contaminated air conditioning unit. She is seeking $5 million. Legionnaires' disease is caused by a type of bacteria known as Legionella. ...
County officials were concerned over the possible presence of microbes such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia. Fortunately, tests did not indicate the presence of either, but did identify algae and diatoms. ...
In addition to loose fill vermiculite used as insulation in attics, wall cavities and block fill, vermiculite was also added as a component to many other building materials including spray on insulation and some wall textures. “If you have vermiculite insulation or vermiculite containing materials in your home, asbestos testing services ...
“While the small intestine is the site most commonly affected, Crypto infections could possibly affect other areas of the digestive tract or the respiratory tract. EMSL offers testing services for Cryptosporidium and has recently sponsored an educational video to help educate the public about this health risk.” To view the video please visit: ...
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), asbestos can be found in many products and materials. Some of the many suspect materials include: Attic and wall insulation produced containing vermiculite Vinyl floor tiles and the backing on vinyl sheet flooring and adhesives Roofing and siding shingles Textured paint and patching compounds used on ...
“For many years, asbestos was added to a number of materials to increase their strength and durability and to provide some insulating and fireproofing properties,” reported Ed Cahill, Vice President, Asbestos Division at EMSL Analytical, one of the largest asbestos testing laboratories in North America. ...
“Their flat bodies allow them to hide in small of spaces and stay there for extended periods of time. EMSL provides bed bug testing services utilizing advanced qPCR techniques. This means that samples can be collected from bedding or another area by simply swabbing the edge of a bed, bedroom baseboards, or even dust samples from carpeting can be used. ...