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BlogSeptember 27th, 2023
In the intricate realm of occupational health and safety, the role of an expert witness is paramount. At Health Science Associates (HSA), we have been at the forefront of environmental and occupational health and safety for over half a century. Our commitment to ensuring the safety of employees from a myriad of hazards, including chemical,… Read More
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BlogAugust 29th, 2023
For over half a century, Health Science Associates (HSA) has been at the forefront of environmental and occupational health and safety in California. As a certified small business enterprise, we pride ourselves on our commitment to ensuring the safety of your employees from a myriad of hazards, including chemical, physical, biological, and radiological threats. Our… Read More
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BlogAugust 24th, 2023
Health Science Associates (HSA) is pleased to announce that we are offering the CDPH 24-hour CIH Lead-Related Construction Course in our Los Alamitos office November 6, 7, & 8, 2023. This course enables a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) to attend only 3 days of instruction rather than the 5 to 10 instruction days required to… Read More
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BlogJune 20th, 2023
In today’s world, where we spend the majority of our time indoors, ensuring clean and healthy air quality is essential for our well-being. At Health Science Associates, we are committed to improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) to create healthier environments for homes, offices, and public spaces. Let’s explore what IAQ is, its significance, and how… Read More
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BlogJune 16th, 2023
Los Angeles county is ground zero for silicosis, a fatal disease caused by the inhalation of silica dust unleashed when the countertops are cut or ground. Public Health Watch, LAist and Univision first reported the existence of what’s believed to be the nation’s biggest cluster of the incurable illness in December. Last month, Public Health… Read More
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BlogMay 28th, 2023
Asbestos, a hazardous material commonly found in buildings constructed before the 1980s, poses significant health risks when disturbed. Health Science Associates, a trusted provider of occupational health and safety services, offers comprehensive asbestos building inspections to identify and assess the presence of asbestos-containing materials. With their expertise and commitment to safety, Health Science Associates helps… Read More
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BlogMay 15th, 2023
When it comes to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, Health Science Associates is the trusted partner for comprehensive industrial hygiene and safety services. With its expertise in occupational health and safety, Health Science Associates provides a wide range of services designed to identify and mitigate workplace hazards, promote employee well-being, and ensure compliance… Read More
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BlogApril 24th, 2023
Join Cal/OSHA’s 2023 Heat Illness Prevention (HIP) Network Call The HIP Network Call includes an overview of heat illness prevention requirements, 2023 regulatory updates, how to get free heat training materials, and more. Friday April 28: 10:00-12:00 Free to register and join. Register on Zoom https://tkoworks.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUld-CoqzotE9Rl_AICRBIeUNpQEHES7xLx
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BlogApril 24th, 2023
In March, NIOSH published a new fact sheet (PDF) on assessing the shelf lives of filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs). Although the agency does not currently require providers of approved FFRs to designate shelf lives for their products, a recent NIOSH study has “noted numerous challenges that the PPE community experiences when trying to locate FFR… Read More
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BlogDecember 8th, 2022
The hazards of silica have been know for decades, that it completely true. Francis Perkins, the first female cabinet member of the United States, serving as the fourth Secretary of Labor under Franklin Delano Roosevelt (1933-1945) was part of an exhaustive investigation of the hazards of silica and was responsible for a report issued in… Read More
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