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Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that can prove fatal when inhaled. Employees who work around diesel, propane and other combustion engines are often placed at risk for CO poisoning due to the large amounts of this toxic gas being produced. If you own and/or manage a workplace with combustion engines, you should familiarize yourself with some of the common course of CO.The Dangers of CO InhalationWhen carbon monoxide is inhaled, it impedes the body's natural ability to send oxyge …

According to a study performed by researchers at Boston College's Sloan Center on Aging and Work, it's just a myth. Workplace flexibility is a term that we've been hearing a lot of in recent years. Employers oftentimes use it to describe job openings in their company, hoping it will lure in workers. Unfortunately, however, workplace flexibility is merely an illusion that leads many job-seekers down the wrong path.In today's hectic, fast-paced world, workplace flexibility can seem like an en …

Compressed air is frequently used to clean machines and industrial equipment. It's oftentimes preferred over pressure washers due to its water-less design. Using nothing more than pressurized air, it's able to clean a wide variety of materials and surfaces without contributing to rust. The air brushes off dust, dirt and other debris, leaving behind a clean surface.While it's considered safer than pressure washers and other industrial cleaning equipment, workers should still use caution when usin …

Indoor air pollution is a serious problem in the workplace. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ranks it as one of the top five environmental dangers. Dust, bacteria, mold, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) cigarette smoke, fumes and other air-borne pollutants can lead to a wide range of problems, such as asthma, respiratory infections and even cancer. If you own or manage a business, you should take a proactive approach towards maintaining clean air in the workplace.VentilationAr …

The world's largest automaker, General Motors (GM), is facing the possibility of civil and criminal charges due to a decades-long problem involving defective ignition switches. To make matters worse the company, researchers at the Center for Auto Safety claim to have discovered 303 deaths linked to the problem.Why GM Airbags Weren't Properly DeployingGM has known about the faulty ignition switch in certain make and model vehicles for quite some time. Basically, vehicles suffering from this probl …