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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 10, 2023 | Posted by MICRO

How Do I Get Certified As An Asbestos Professional?

To become a properly trained and accredited asbestos professional you will need to seek training from a training provider that offers courses approved by the EPA or a state to conduct asbestos training pursuant to the Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan....

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February 26, 2021 | Posted by MICRO

Dampness and Mold Assessment Tool – General Buildings

In 2019, NIOSH released the Dampness and Mold Assessment Tool for both general buildings and schools to help assess areas of dampness in buildings and to help prioritize remediation of problems areas. These assessment tools have been validated and...

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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 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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April 24, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Preliminary Report for Restoration Contractors Assisting Clients With COVID-19 Concerns

The restoration industry has extensive experience in assisting individuals and organizations when their lives have been disrupted by catastrophic events such as floods and fires.

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March 13, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Webinar: Worker Heat Stress & Dehydration

Takeaway: Prevention of heat stress and dehydration in workers is important and employers should provide training to workers so they understand what these deadly issues are, how they affect their health and safety, and most importantly, how they can be...

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February 27, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Webinar: Comfort and Compliance in Women’s PPE

Between 2016 and 2024, the industrial protective clothing market is expected to experience rapid growth, with the subcategories of “durable clothing” and “flame-resistant apparel” expected to grow by 14%. Women are desperately needed to help fill the demand for skilled...

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February 27, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Respirator Fit Testing – Procedures, Facts, & Myths

This free webinar is designed to provide attendees with an understanding of the standards, requirements, and techniques for fit testing respirators. We will review the OSHA and CSA requirements for fit testing respirators as well as the various methods for...

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February 27, 2020 | Posted by MICRO

Coronavirus: guidance from IOSH and the World Health Organization

IOSH is working closely with the World Health Organization (WHO) to share latest information and guidance on the coronavirus and how to stay healthy at work.

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