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Drowning in Asbestos
Over the past few decades, we have come to know just how dangerous asbestos really is. This strong, heat-resistant “magic mineral” was once added to nearly anything that needed to withstand extreme temperatures. Asbestos was particularly prevalent in the construction industry, where it was mixed into everything from cement sheeting and drywall to roofing and [...]
Continue reading...PVC In Shower Curtains
28. March 2011
Are there toxic ties to your shower curtain? The familiar new shower curtain smell may be toxic to your health, according to a new study by Center for Health, Environment & Justice. New laboratory testing found PVC shower curtains can release over 100 chemicals into the air, some of which can damage the respiratory and reproductive systems, and even [...]
Continue reading...How Much Is Too Much?
7. March 2011
The question for the day: Which of the following indoor air contaminates cannot be detected by smell but could cause occupants to die if they are exposed at levels above 50 ppm for a few hours? Suggested Answers: a. fine particles b. nitrogen oxides c. sulfur oxides d. carbon monoxide e. formaldehyde The answer is d. carbon monoxide! Did you get it right? What [...]
Continue reading...ResCon Safety Group Merger with Puget Sound Area Safety Summit
1. December 2010
The ResCon Safety Group is excited to announce its merger with the Puget Sound Area Safety Summit! What does this mean for you? Free monthly meetings Industry-expert speakers Many new people to meet Programs which meet your demands The ResCon Safey Group will no longer be hosting meetings at the MBA in Bellevue, instead we will be joining forces with Puget [...]
Continue reading...Accidents Happen – Electrical Safety
25. October 2010
As a board member for the ResCon Safety Group I have hosted and sat through numerous safety presentations and pitches. Some are good, some are bad. Recently I was lucky enough to host Dennis Smedsrud from Puget Sound Energy at our September ResCon Safety Group meeting. He was absolutely fabulous and his display was attention grabbing. [...]
Continue reading...Young Worker Injuries
23. August 2010
This article is from the most recent SHARP newsletter. It is very important to remember worker safety, especially for children under 18 years old. - Jayme Carleton, Second Nature http://jaymecarleton.com …. In Washington State, the Employment Standards Division and L&I enforce regulations restricting children less than 18 years of age from hazardous work. Employers of these workers [...]
Continue reading...Learn About the Green Access Home at Suncadia
13. April 2011
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