The best way to combat the effects of infectious disease is to prevent infection in the first instance. This reality was made patently clear with the novel coronavirus pandemic. With that said, there are other viruses, bacteria, and other microorganisms that can result in serious and even deadly diseases. If you believe your home or business may have been exposed to some sort of dangerous pathogen – an infectious disease-causing germ – you are wise to consider seriously engaging the services of a professional infectious disease remediation company. Call our veteran-led Infectious disease and decontamination services company. 

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Are Bloodborne Pathogens a Risk Outside of the Medical Field?

Let’s face it. Bloodborne pathogens and the threat they pose to the human population aren’t anything new. Nevertheless, the threat of long-term complications that are associated with the contraction of bloodborne diseases shouldn’t be ignored. While the CDC estimates that over 5 million healthcare workers and those in related fields are at risk for contracting…

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Protecting the Dignity of Elderly Loved Ones: Addressing Fecal Incontinence in a Respectful Manner

Fecal incontinence is a relatively widespread problem among older adults. The fact is that specifically ascertaining how many older people suffer from fecal incontinence is challenging. Fecal incontinence is a medical condition that is embarrassing to those people that suffer from it. As a result, those who suffer from this condition oftentimes try to hide…

Personal Protective Equipment: What You Need and Where to Obtain PPE

Manufacturing enterprises need to maintain a sharp focus on keeping their workers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. At the heart of keeping manufacturing workers safe during the health crisis is the implementation of a multifaceted strategy: Reconfiguration of the physical plant Worker directives Personal protective equipment Although this article focusses on personal protective equipment or…

Hazard Management Principles and Practices During the Coronavirus Pandemic

As manufacturing plants and similar types of enterprises reopen during the COVID-19 pandemic, and as these types of enterprises move towards expanding their operations after stay at home periods, certain hazard management principles and practices need to be considered. The U.S. Office of Safety and Health Administration has developed a set of considerations and recommendations…

CDC Guidance for Opening Manufacturing Businesses and Fulfillment Centers

Manufacturing plants and fulfillment centers of different types have faced tremendous challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. The fact is that these challenges aren’t going to vanish suddenly. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has established guidance for the reopening and ongoing operation of manufacturing plants and fulfillment centers. The CDC developed this comprehensive…

Fashion Fulfillment: Keeping Ecommerce Clothing Retailers Safe During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted commerce merchants of all types, including ecommerce clothing retailers, in a number of different ways. Many people immediately conclude that ecommerce clothing retailers have benefited on some level because of the coronavirus pandemic. While it is true that people are buying clothing online, including people that had not used virtual…

COVID-19 Overview for First Responders

The United States government has recognized the fact that first responders are on the front lines in the fight against COVID-19. As a result, the CDC and OSHA have issued strict COVID-19 guidelines for all first responders, including police, firefighters, and EMS workers. All first responders must follow these potentially life-saving protocols.  The following safety…

Workplace Safety in the Era of COVID-19

Workplace safety has taken on a new dimension as California and other states attempt to move towards “reopening” the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Manufacturing and distribution centers face unique challenges as they attempt to balance meeting the demand for their products – including through online sales – while keeping their workers safe and healthy…

In-Home Supportive Services

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) is a publicly funded Medi-Cal program that provides disabled, blind, and low-income elderly individuals with comprehensive in-home care so that they can safely remain in their homes. IHSS is funded by federal, California state, and California county governments. IHSS workers are hired to provide a wide range of services and supervision.…

How to Disinfect a Building of COVID-19

The current and ongoing infectious outbreak of COVID-19 has changed how businesses and private people protect themselves and others from catching the viral disease through the proper cleaning and disinfecting procedures strongly recommended now by the CDC, Centers for Disease Control. Note: COVID-19 refers to a coronavirus disease that was first discovered in 2019 hence…

COVID-19 and the California Agriculture and Livestock Industry

During the course of the earlier months of the COVID-19 pandemic, certain elements of the broader agriculture and livestock industry faced significant challenges associated with coronavirus contamination and infection spread. As a result, keeping people safe going forward into the future demands the implementation of certain cleaning and disinfection protocols coupled with physical distancing guidelines…

COVID-19 Pandemic and the Summer Months: Stay Safe and Healthy Amidst Loosening of Restrictions and More Time Outdoors

Although Southern California has pleasant weather during much of the wintertime months, as summer draws near, the desire to spend more time out of doors with family and friends will increase. The warmer months of summer are arriving at the same time that state and local governmental agencies contemplate loosening some of the restrictions placed…

Your Finances and Your Real Estate During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Los Angeles County Disaster Help Center Provides Free Foreclosure Prevention Service to Property Owners

A considerable amount of attention has been paid to how tenants are to be protected during the COVID-19 pandemic. The state established some limitations regarding what can and cannot be done in regard to evicting tenants from rental property for nonpayment of rent during the pandemic. In addition, some cities and counties in the state…

The “New Normal” for Restaurants During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Legal Responsibility of Restaurants to Protect Workers and Patrons

Arguably, no industry has been harder hit by the COVID-19 pandemic than has restaurants across the country. Some restaurants were able to remain partially operational by maintaining pickup and delivery services. Some were not. There will be some establishments that will never see their doors open again. A majority of eateries will at least be…

Best Practices for Reducing the Spread of COVID-19 in Senior Living Apartments and Nursing Homes

COVID-19 has created difficult situations for those in senior living apartments and nursing homes. As the requirements change, it’s important to know what to do to keep everyone safe, including the residents of the senior living apartments/nursing homes as well as the staff.  COVID-19 affects people of all ages and genders, but seniors (age 65…

California Establishes COVID-19 Testing Task Force: Testing Sites Located Across State

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the creation of a special COVID-19 Testing Task Force. Infectious disease specialists in California and around the world have made it abundantly clear that widespread testing is fundamental to safely “reopen” communities and lessen at least some restrictions previously put in place as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mission…