Environmental Monitoring Industry Related Articles
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: The Cold-Weather Killer!
Carbon monoxide is frequently referred to as the "Silent Killer". CO is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and very deadly. Because it cannot be detected by human senses, it can kill you without warning. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) at least 1,500 persons are killed, and at least 10,000 more are forced to seek medical attention every year due to CO exposure. More >
Environmental conditions can have an effect on sensor accuracy!
With the increasing prevalence of gas detectors used daily for ensuring workers safe entry into confined spaces, it is important that these instrument users understand the factors which may influence the reliability of the information produced by these monitoring tools. This article is intended to briefly review some of the concerns regarding the measurement for explosive atmospheres with combustible gas (LEL) indicating instruments. More >
The Fungal Ecology of Indoor Environments
Bacteria, fungi, yeasts and algae are found wherever moisture, temperature and food sources are present. In the indoor environment, this includes virtually all structural and furnishing surfaces. Many of the organisms are helpful and occur naturally in our environment.. More >
Indoor Air Quality: Effects in the Workplace
As the problems associated with poor Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and its adverse effects on building occupants has increased, building owners, managers, engineers, and maintenance personnel are beginning to realize the need to learn more about these problems. More >
