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Back to Basics is a weekly feature that highlights important but possibly overlooked information that any EHS professional should know. This week, we examine how to control the health hazards of wildfires. Active wildfires and recovery and cleanup work following a fire pose unique hazards for workers. The health effects of wildfire smoke can range from […]
Following up on new excessive heat regulations, Oregon has issued temporary rules to protect employees from wildfire smoke. The rules have training and notification requirements and, notably, respirator specifications. Who’s Covered, Not Covered The new temporary rules apply whenever employees will be exposed to wildfire smoke producing an ambient air concentration for fine particulate matter with […]
California regulators adopted an emergency standard requiring employers to protect workers from wildfire smoke. A bill introduced in the U.S. Senate could lead to a similar standard nationwide.
By Timothy P. Fagan, BLR Air Expert tfagan@blr.com How is air quality evaluated? It’s no surprise that the air quality where we live affects our health and our quality of life, but air quality in a given area is constantly changing. So EPA developed the Air Quality Index (AQI) to help provide information about local […]