Training and Certification Options
Nowadays there are many organizations to get certified under, each providing overlapping and unique courses and certifications. OccuMed is proud to be an authorized American
September 9, 2020
Safety
Category: Safety
OSHA Changes Respirator Fit Testing Standards
In the midst of the global health crisis, the argument of which PPE offer the most protection has been widely discussed. Because of this, it
September 2, 2020
Falls from Elevation – a Leading Cause of Death on Construction Sites
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 1,008 construction fatalities in 2018 and 320 of those were attributed to falls. Fall protection remains
August 27, 2020
Which Face Covering Provides the Best Protection?
Face coverings are now the new norm in every work environment. In most states, it’s mandated that people wear some form of face covering while
August 20, 2020
FDA Warns of Hand Sanitizers with Methanol
While social distancing and mask wearing are critical to containing the spread of COVID-19, hand hygiene is a component not to be overlooked. Though the CDC has
August 17, 2020
Unsafe Workplaces – 900 COVID-19 Noncompliance Complaints
Businesses continue to face challenges during these uncertain times. Many states are still showing increases in COVID-19 cases while others are declining or holding steady.
July 28, 2020
Staying Safe for July 4th Weekend
The CDC has provided guidance on how to stay safe as communities and businesses are opening. While it is tempting to resume some daily activities
July 2, 2020
Major Gas Leak Caused Evacuations In Lawrence, MA
NBC Channel 10 Boston, recently reported a major gas leak that caused evacuations in Lawrence, Massachusetts, on Friday was started when city contractors checking water
October 7, 2019
Reasonable Suspicion – ABC RI Seminar
During the Associated Builders and Contractors Rhode Island (ABC RI) Chapter’s Safety Seminar and Dinner Meeting, OccuMed of New England presented Reasonable Suspicion for Supervisors.
March 14, 2019
Safe Management of Medication Storage
One of the most essential components of a dental office’s health and safety plan is safe management of medication storage. All medications and other drugs
February 11, 2019
