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MICRO wants to keep you up to date with information pertinent to your interests on indoor air quality and specifically what's happening in the mold industry.

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May 25, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

12 Types of Hand Protection Gloves (and How to Choose the Right One)

When selecting a safety glove, the fit, function, and required level of protection all have to be taken into consideration.

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April 13, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: What To Know About the More Than $350 Billion in Funding for State and Local Governments

As part of the ongoing health and economic recovery effort from the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States Congress has passed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

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March 26, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

The Basic Types of Respirators – And How to Select the Right One for Your Workplace

Respirators are a critical piece of personal protection equipment, and using the wrong type can have serious consequences.

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March 26, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

How often should I replace my respirator cartridge/filter?

First, let’s get the obvious out of the way. You should change your filter if it ever goes past its stated expiration date.

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September 14, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Webinar: EHS Compliance in the New Normal of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has created many questions and challenges for companies seeking to implement environmental, health and safety programs, ranging from OSHA’s COVID-19 recordkeeping requirements to EPA’s temporary enforcement policy.

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June 23, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

What is the difference between Type R, Type O, and Type P high-visibility safety vests?

Visibility is a critical issue for worker safety, particularly when workers are performing tasks near moving vehicles or equipment.

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June 19, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

It’s Not All About Fluids: 5 Factors That Can Lead to Dehydration

You could be forgiven for thinking that the only way to prevent dehydration is to drink fluids.

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June 12, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Focus on Safety People, Not Safety Numbers

Focusing on safety data over people is a common cause of frustration among employees. I see this all too often – we focus on numbers and use them to influence people.

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June 12, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Safety Glove Materials: What They Mean and What to Look For

Strong, precise, adaptable, but also fragile – hands are our number one tool. Workers’ hands, however, are exposed to all manner of hazards on the work site. Proper protection is a must.

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May 27, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Hospital Respiratory Protection Program Toolkit

This toolkit was developed to assist hospitals in developing and implementing effective respiratory protection programs, with an emphasis on preventing the transmission of aerosol transmissible diseases (ATDs) to healthcare personnel.

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