The term “first responder” refers to those individuals who in the early stages of an incident are responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, and the environment,...
A hazmat employee is anyone who directly affects hazardous material transportation safety through their job. This can include anyone involved in the end-to-end process, such as those who label, package,...
Paramedics respond to emergency situations, provide life-saving interventions and transport patients to medical facilities. National Paramedic certification can be achieved through NREMT by meeting specific requirements. A simplified overview is...
Emergency Medical Technicians respond to emergency situations in order to stabilize patients, provide lifesaving interventions, and transport patients to medical facilities. For those interested in becoming a Nationally Certified Emergency...
Aerial lifts are commonly used on job sites due to their mobility and flexibility. When accessing an above ground job site with an aerial lift, safe work practices can prevent...
September is National Preparedness Month (NPM). This annual campaign is sponsored by FEMA to encourage Americans to prepare for all types of emergencies and disasters in the home, in the...
Mold can grow on nearly any surface and can cause adverse health effects, such as immediate or delayed allergic reactions. In some individuals, molds can cause asthma attacks, as well...
Cancer has a number of known and unknown causes. Individuals with known cancer risk factors may have an increased chance of developing the disease. Workplace exposure to carcinogens is a...
There are over 160,000 ladder-related injuries in the U.S. each year, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Falls from ladders are also one of the leading causes of...