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  Workplace emergencies are a normal part of life and regardless of all the precaution measures, they can still happen. That’s why it is important for all employees to know what to do in an emergency situation.  Taking the right steps at the right time, can sometimes make the difference between life and death. To make it easier for people to remember what to do, we came up with the acronym STOP, which includes 4 essential steps: Stop what you are doing All working activities should be stopped as soon as there is something wrong. In case the accident was...

Halloween is a really fun holiday for the young ones, but it also poses certain dangers for them. With the Hallows’ Evening just around the corner, let’s take a look at a few tips to stay safe: Be careful with decorative contact lenses – changing the color of your eyes into a spooky one or having a cool pattern may seem like a lot of fun, but it could seriously damage your eyes. Make sure to get an eye check first, and only use a contact lens prescribed by a professional. He/she will also train you on how to properly...

The smoke is one of the many dangers posed by fire, and one of the first things that people think of when dealing with a large fire is the respiratory protection. Wildfires can contribute to air pollution, and getting exposed to large quantities of smoke can cause respiratory problems, especially to those already suffering from an existing condition, like asthma. When large quantities of fire smoke are present in your area, you should avoid going out as much as possible. When you really need to leave the house, using a N95 or N100 disposable mask is mandatory. So the question...

Traveling is a lot of fun, but it also has its risks. Because you are tired after a long flight or because your sleep schedule is out of balance, your immune system may be weakened and you are more likely to get sick. Not to mention the fact that you may get in contact with new and unusual bacteria, either while traveling through the nature or while eating exotic foods. So here are 10 tips to help you avoid getting sick while traveling: Wash Your Hands This is the most basic yet very effective thing that you can do in...

Whether you are a professional carpenter, renovator or something similar, or whether you are a weekend warrior crafting random stuff from time to time, you definitely need a mask to protect you from dust, smoke, paint and various other substances that can enter your lungs. Some of them are dangerous and can even threaten your life. But there is a wide variety of dust masks out there and most people do not know exactly which one to choose. You need to pick the right type based on the work that you are doing and on the dangerous substances that you...