Dust Containment Articles & Analysis: Older
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This dust can contain a number of different substances, including numerous allergens. ...
The inclusion of a low-energy wet scrubber substantially extends its air pollution control credentials by capturing and containing dust particles (particulates) along with potentially harmful heavy metals and acids. ...
” ATSDR identified five key findings with recommendations: On-site worker safety must continue to be a high priority for EPA as digging at the landfill could release dust containing uranium and thorium decay products and radon gas on the landfill that might impact health. ...
According to an administrative consent agreement and final order filed by EPA Region 7 in Lenexa, Kan., the inspection revealed that Envirotech, Inc. failed to provide the Renovate Right pamphlet to the owner; failed to post signs that clearly define the work area; failed to close all doors and windows within the work area; failed to contain waste from renovation activities and ...
This includes record-keeping requirements (for example, handing out the Renovate Right pamphlet, keeping Lead-Safe Work Practices checklists, etc.) and work practices requirements (for example, training workers, putting up appropriate signs, using disposable impermeable material to contain dust and debris, etc.). Renovation, repair and painting activities can ...
The condition is often caused by exposure to household dusts that have become airborne. This same dust can trigger asthma symptoms in some people. Aeroallergens can even interact with other harmful air pollution to worsen various respiratory diseases. “Household dust can contain a number of different ...