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Protecting Workers: PPE Kits and Programs for Safety in Hazardous Environments

PPE kits are known as the last line of defense for a worker entering a hazardous environment. Even though they are the last line of defense, they are crucial for workers’ safety and are mandated by the law. OSHA Worker Rights requires every employer to provide their workers with the proper PPE when working in hazardous conditions. The nature of hazards differs from one workplace to another. Implementing a PPE program helps identify these hazards and select the suitable PPE kit for the job. In this article, we will explain PPE kits and their usage. Then we will explain how you can use a PPE...

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Unlock Savings and Sustainability: The Power of Commercial Waste Audits | Enviro Care

Businesses that don't have a waste audit conducted at least once a year are throwing savings in the trash. Waste audits reveal crucial information about the waste generated by your company and the amount of money spent on disposing of it. The combined effect of factors such as policy changes, human neglect, the diminishing performance of equipment, increase in disposal and recycling charges increase the year-over-year waste costs for companies and organizations. Thus, we recommend a waste audit every 1-2 years to keep waste and cost reduction initiatives running efficiently. What is a Waste...

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6 Actionable Tank Cleaning Safety Tips for Plant Managers

The presence of toxic and volatile gases can make tank cleaning a highly dangerous activity. As dangerous it is, routine industrial tank cleaning is crucial as an unclean tank can: Leak Contaminate products Corrode due to grime and scale formation To ensure the safety of workers, facility, environment and brand reputation, make safety checks a priority before each tank cleaning process. Following are 6 tips you can implement to eliminate the possibility of tank cleaning accidents. 1. Preplanning Preplanning helps carry out the tank cleaning process smoothly. If you have hired a tank...

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9 Must-have Eco-Friendly Workplace Products To Go Green

Following are 9 products for the workplace that are eco-friendly and help you reduce and manage waste. Some are inexpensive, while others are a considerable investment. However, all of them support workplace sustainability and functionality. 1. Eco-friendly Pen and Pencils In the "Environmental Consumer Handbook" published in 1990, the EPA estimated that 1.6 billion disposable pens are produced each year. Thirty years later, you can imagine how bad the situation has become. To reduce waste at the workplace, switch to sustainable pen and pencil options. Try eco-friendly pens made from kraft...

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Differences Between Commercial and Domestic Waste

Domestic and commercial wastes differ in terms of their collection, management, and legal framework that applies to them. The bodies responsible for the management of these wastes differ as well. These differences are caused by: The nature of the waste  Waste volumes  Complexity of management Defining Domestic and Commercial Waste Domestic waste We produce domestic or household or residential waste in our day-to-day activities. These activities are not transactional. Domestic waste can be nonhazardous and includes items such as: Old stationery  Glass jars Paper Vegetable...

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6 Common Applications of Hydro Excavation

Environmentally conscious companies are rapidly switching to sustainable practices. When digging and excavation are involved, hydro excavation is the safest and most environmentally friendly way to remove soil. The equipment used in the process is precise and easy to operate. Professionals can carry out digging work efficiently and save significantly on restoration costs; a normal consequence of using traditional digging equipment such as a backhoe.  These features make hydro excavation an attractive option for companies in piping, oil drilling, construction, mining, plumbing, landscaping,...

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Complexities of Industrial Tank Cleaning

Cleaning industrial storage tanks involves much more than climbing into the tank and scrubbing its inner walls. This complicated job requires significant training. Getting tanks cleaned might be a low priority for facility owners. However, storage tanks are a key part of the production-process and affect the profitability of a company. We recommend getting your industrial storage tanks cleaned twice a year. Sludge and microbial activity can damage the tank and contaminate the liquid inside it, resulting in losses far greater than the cost of cleaning the tank in Utah. A combination of factors...

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Hazardous Waste Storage, Associated Risks and Disposal

If you have stored hazardous waste in your premises, voluntarily or involuntarily, this article is for you.  Hazardous waste is generated at both the industrial and household levels. Industrial hazardous waste includes materials such as: Toluene and Benzene Water ink solvent Heavy metal solutions Electronic scrap Waste battery Paint waste Household hazardous waste includes: Lamp ballasts Drain cleaners Motor oil Pesticides Medical wastes Discarded electronics Faraway nuclear plants aren’t the only places that produce hazardous waste that's collected by people wearing...

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3 Essential Paramaters for Inland Oil Spill Response

A site contaminated by an oil spill is replete with hazardous gases and chemicals. People in the vicinity of the site and staff working to contain the oil spill are at risk of developing eye, skin, or respiratory irritations, tremors, confusion, unconsciousness, etc. Long-term exposure to these harmful chemicals can cause cancer, and liver, lung, and kidney disease, among various other health hazards. An oil spill response requires trained personnel and equipment to contain and recover the oil spillage. Ignorance can be dangerous in such a situation. The following 3 paraments are essential...

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