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OSHA steps into the fray on Ebola

FDR Safety

Nurses and doctors are understandably concerned about the risks of dealing with patients potentially infected with Ebola, as are hospital administrators, yet fully complying with CDC guidelines can be extremely expensive in an environment in which many hospitals operate on very thin margins.

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Hazardous Waste Management: How Environmental Consulting Can Help

Construction Marketing

It also poses a threat to wildlife and the general environment. Other benefits include providing expertise on waste collection methodologies, emission factors, and disposal guidelines. Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals and substances can increase the risk of severe diseases like cancer, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and tetanus.

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Saint Paul has an Alternative to LEED

Green Building Law Update

The last 6 commercial projects subject to the law each selected to comply with the B3 Guidelines. To achieve these goals, the B3 Guidelines build on previous local and national efforts. The guidelines are designed to be clear and able to be used without consultants. They are designed to be compatible with LEED.

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HOK presents neurodiversity research and design guidelines at SXSW 2024

BD+C

HOK presents neurodiversity research and design guidelines at SXSW 2024 0 qpurcell Thu, 06/06/2024 - 06:44 Office Buildings Workplace experts share insights on designing inclusive spaces that cater to diverse sensory processing needs. When HOK began researching neuroinclusive environments, one in eight people were considered neurodivergent.

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Altering facilities for a post-COVID-19 world

BD+C

As companies and organizations bring their employees back into offices and work environments following the self-isolation periods caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, many are struggling to find the safest and most responsible approach to complying with new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.

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7 Ways Construction Companies Can Keep Their Workers Safe

Construction Marketing

The gear should be adequate and appropriate for the task at hand; if the working environment is dusty, employees should have masks on top of basic equipment such as helmets, ear muffs, knee pads, and hi-visibility jackets. Adhere to industry guidelines. Hire experts. For instance, the U.S.

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Understanding furniture codes: Guidelines for safe and compliant installation

Construction Specifier

Equipped with this knowledge, professionals can deliver high-quality, safe, and compliant power solutions tailored to the demands of modern commercial environments. They are versatile solutions for environments where power needs may change frequently or where a fixed installation is impractical.