It’s been in the news…harmful levels of mercury vapors have reportedly been released into the air from some athletic polymer floors. From 1960 to 1980 mercury was used in the polymer mixture, as a catalyst, to form a solid rubber flooring mixture. Specifically, it was Phenyl-mercuric-Acetate (PMA) that was used to spread and level the liquid flooring. Known...
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by India Edouard from ZackAcademy.com Earlier this year, OSHA issued a final ruling on its Walking-Working Surfaces and Fall Protection Standards. The ruling encompasses revised provisions for fixed ladders, rope descent systems, the design and implementation of fall protection systems, and training on fall hazards. The ruling increases consistency between general...
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Over the past fifteen years, the relatively common occurrence of mercury in rubberized gym floors has been confirmed by several state health departments. The presence of mercury in gyms or other areas in schools that use the same type of synthetic polyurethane flooring is a scary revelation as the mercury will vaporize at room temperature (77°F or 25°C). As a vapor,...
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In December 2015, it was determined by United States Senators that the federally mandated Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) is basically ignored by most school districts within the country, leaving maintenance workers, contractors and children at considerable risk of asbestos exposure. Asbestos is considered a carcinogen and scientists believe there is...
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Imagine you’ve finally sat down after a chaotic and messy lunch time at your child care center. Everything has been cleaned up and your five children are off and busy with play time, out of your hair and you can (sort of) relax now and just observe, making sure every one is safe and happy. All of a sudden you realize your one child is laying face down and...
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Asbestos: What is it? Is it really that dangerous? Why do I always hear about asbestos and mesothelioma on the television? Below you will find the answers to all of your questions regarding asbestos, how it can affect the health of you and your loved ones and how you can reduce your exposure to asbestos fibers during activities such as construction or demolition....
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