Is Water Vapor a Greenhouse Gas?
With much attention given to humans’ climate-warming carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, you might be surprised to learn that CO2 is not the most prevalent greenhouse gas affecting the […]
House Flies and Food Safety
You might not recognize the presence of the housefly, Musca domestica, until you hear it buzzing in your ear, but it is nearly ubiquitous in […]
OSHA Proposed Heat Standard
Severe weather can pose significant threats to human life, and certain conditions, like extreme heat, require proper preparation and management in the workplace. Unfortunately, heat […]
How Does Accreditation Save Your Organization Money?
Accreditation (i.e., the process of evaluating an institution or program to assure it meets certain standards) goes hand in hand with lower costs. This process […]
ANSI/ISEA 101-2014: Limited-Use And Disposable Coveralls
Disposable coveralls provide full-body protection against contaminants, particulates, chemicals, biological agents, hazardous materials, and various other dangerous elements. Not only do they provide superior protection, […]
ISO 22329:2021—Use of Social Media In Emergencies
Having effective communication among organizations and with the public are essential aspects of emergency management. The emergence of social media provides more communication options, especially […]
ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023— Water for Processing Medical Devices
Healthcare facilities decontaminate and sterilize reusable medical devices numerous times prior to use. The reprocessing of medical devices includes several processes, and water quality plays […]
AA AAIA-2015: Aluminum and Its Alloys
Consisting of about 8.2% of the Earth’s crust, aluminum is the world’s most abundant metal. However, it is never found in nature as an elemental […]
ANSI/IICRC S100-2021: Cleaning Textile Floor Coverings
Textiles are all around us. Besides wearing them, we also use them in our homes—often as rugs and carpets. While textiles are stylish and comfortable […]
ANSI/IICRC S520-2024: Professional Mold Remediation
Mold is everywhere, both inside and outside. These microscopic organisms play an important role in the breakdown of plant and animal matter. Although molds are […]