Some symptoms such as obstructed nose, sneezing, itchy eyes, nose and throat, are not just originated from allergies, as they can also be a sign of flu. The flu is caused by viruses and the symptoms usually disappear after a few days, different from the allergies…….more

Air pollution can affect our health in many ways with both short-term and long-term effects. Different groups of individuals are affected by air pollution in different ways. Some individuals are much more sensitive to pollutants than are others. Young children and elderly people often suffer more from the effects of air pollution. People with health [...]

Factors small business owners should consider in Confined Space Safety A confined space has limited or restricted means for entry or exit, and it is not designed for continuous employee occupancy. Confined spaces include, but are not limited to, underground vaults, tanks, storage bins, manholes, pits, silos, process vessels, and pipelines.and logs, and service documentation?  [...]

As well as temperature and air purity, another major factor in the maintenance of a healthy room atmosphere is the moisture content of the air. During winter months when rooms are heated, indoor air can dry out, sucking moisture from our skin, hair, mucous membranes in the throat and nose, furniture, plants, animals and anything [...]

…Persons cleaning mould should be free of symptoms and allergies. Small areas of mould should be cleaned using a detergent/soapy solution or an appropriate household cleaner. Gloves should be worn during cleaning. The cleaned area should then be thoroughly dried…..more