AFSCME has played a major role in shaping federal asbestos laws to protect maintenance, custodial, and other building service workers and occupants. These laws give workers the right to know if the...
Formaldehyde (FAH) is a colorless, flammable gas with a strong, pungent odor. It is widely used in hospitals, in disinfectants, in carpet and furniture glues, and in a large number of other products....
Glutaraldehyde is a toxic chemical that is used for cold sterilization of medical and dental equipment. It is in Cidex and other products. Glutaraldehyde can cause severe irritation of the eyes, nose...
Hepatitis A, also known as "Infectious Hepatitis," is a viral disease of the liver that causes fever, weight loss, nausea and abdominal discomfort, followed by jaundice (yellowing of the skin). It...
Hepatitis B is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV), a bloodborne virus. The hepatitis B virus can cause serious damage to the liver which may result in death. The major...
Hepatitis C is an infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Hepatitis C causes serious damage to the liver and can be fatal. Infection with hepatitis interferes with the liver's primary...
Latex allergy is a reaction to certain proteins in latex rubber. Latex is a natural substance that is made from the sap of rubber trees. Natural rubber latex is found in most latex gloves, and many...
Lead is a soft metal that can cause serious illness and even death. It has been used in a wide variety of industries and products because it prevents corrosion, is long lasting, resists cracking due...
There are serious outbreaks of MRSA in several AFSCME institutions. MRSA is difficult to treat and can cause potentially life-threatening complications. Controlling transmission requires strict...
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