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How to Improve the Return on a Health Care Investment
As the population age increases, investments in health care are a good idea. Investors choose this sector for many reasons. They offer the opportunity to see your investments appreciate, and they offer...
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Precautions to Take When Working With Argon
Argon is a nonflammable, nontoxic, colorless and odorless gas or refrigerated liquid. Although argon is not flammable or toxic, it can be dangerous. Argon gas is harmful if inhaled, and refrigerated...
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HIPAA Rules in the Workplace
HIPAA is a widely used acronym for The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. It was enacted by the United States Congress in 1996. While it allows insurance providers to access certain...
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Hazmat, short for hazardous materials, is a name used by federal agencies to describe chemicals or components that could cause harm to humans, animals or the environment. The storage, transportation...
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Operating woodworking machinery, such as sanders, can be dangerous. OSHA, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, says that such machinery is particularly hazardous when safeguards are...
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Health & Safety Policy Definition
A health and safety policy is a workplace guideline meant to protect the well-being of employees and customers. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration, known as OSHA, requires U.S....
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How to Remove Sodium Silicate
Sodium silicate--chemical formula Na2(SiO3)--is a fire-resistant compound commonly known as "water glass" because it contains some of the same chemical components as glass (such as silica), yet can...
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Types of Chemical Exposures
When working with dangerous chemicals, you should understand the routes chemicals take to enter the body in order to avoid exposure. You should also be familiar with the hazards involved with any...
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Who Can Legally Give Intravenous Therapy?
You do not have to be a physician to legally provide intravenous therapy, commonly called I.V. therapy, to a patient. However, you must meet some guidelines and only certain health care professionals...
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OSHA Gas Can Regulations
Gasoline is a part of everyday life. It is also extremely dangerous. Improper storage and handling can result in personal injury from first-degree burns to death. Many common containers sold as gas...
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Safety Procedures for Chlorine Storage in Water Treatment
The use of chlorine in water treatment is very common. From city water supplies to backyard pools, certain chlorine compounds are excellent sanitizers of contaminated waters. Chlorine-containing...
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CDC Pressure Washer Safety
Pressure washers are useful in a number of situations and are often used in industry. There are dangers when using one, and the Centers for Disease Control recommends several safety procedures.
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OSHA Regulations Regarding Flammables in a Cabinet
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates storage of flammable materials in a variety of work environments. Since improper handling and storage of flammable liquids constitutes...
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Industrial Uses of Acids & Bases
Acids and bases are an essential part of many industries. They are used to make fertilizer, cleaning supplies, in research, nuclear waste storage and countless other applications. When using these...
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OSHA Gasoline Dispenser Regulations
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) gasoline dispenser regulations provide standards for approved containers, dispensing and transferring gasoline and refueling gasoline powered...
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Canadian MSDS Requirements
A material safety data sheet (MSDS) is an internationally used identification and information system that gives standardized product information to users. While there is a standard, 16-heading MSDS...
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OSHA Requirements for Back-up Alarms
When you hear a steady, high pitched, repetitive beeping sound, chances are good that somewhere nearby, construction equipment is backing up. Since 1971, the Occupational and Safety Health...
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OSHA Requirements for HVAC Systems
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning, or HVAC, systems are an important installation in industrial and office buildings where temperature and humidity needs to be regulated. The Occupational...
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Safety Shower Inspection Requirements
Many industry settings require an emergency eyewash station. These units, often plumbed into the standard water supply and will sometimes include an emergency shower in the same unit. Emergency...
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How to Contest OSHA Citations
If your company has had an OSHA inspection and it resulted in one or more citations for unsafe conditions or other compliance violations and you believe the citation is unfounded there are steps to...
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