Selection of appropriate safety equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE), is critical to all rescue workers, law enforcement, and other professionals involved in the aftermath of an earthquake.
Selecting the Right Personal Protective Equipment for Wildfire Cleanup
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the aftermath of a wildfire is a critical component in the safe cleanup of fire debris.
Protecting Yourself Properly During Hurricane Cleanup
You protected yourself from the storm, now how do you protect yourself from the aftermath, including mold, exposed materials such as asbestos and other factors such as noise from machinery that may be used to help with the clean-up efforts? Consider what personal protective equipment you may need during clean-up that can go a long way towards helping prevent injury.
Flood Protection and Above the Shoulders PPE
With floods come hazards such as mold or airborne dusts containing harmful substances. Consider what personal protective equipment (PPE) you may need to help safely clean-up after the storm.
Hurricanes: Be Prepared with Your Respiratory Protection Ahead of Time
Meeting respiratory protection needs when a hurricane hits – inspection, restocking, respiratory protection program.
VLOG: California’s OSHA Emergency Rule – Respiratory Protection Requirements for Wildfires
CalOSHA has adopted an emergency rule requiring employers to provide respiratory protection to all employees working outside for longer than one hour when the air quality index (AQI) reaches 151 or greater.
Volcanoes: Protecting Yourself from Ash, Gases and Other Hazards
While volcanic eruptions are rare, the impact can be severe not just on everything it touches, but on the people living near the volcano.
Protecting Yourself from Mold During Hurricane Cleanup
Choosing the right personal protective equipment (PPE) to help protect yourself from mold that might be growing in hazardous areas is an important decision.
Choosing the Right Respirator for Hurricane Cleanup Efforts
The work after a hurricane includes rescue and recovery, demolition and remediation, and construction. Respiratory hazards may be and often are present during each of these phases.
The Differences Between Disposable Respirators and Surgical Masks
While disposable respirators look similar to masks used during surgery and other medical procedures, the two are designed for very different purposes.