Everything at a job site is probably contaminated with pathogens. The handle of the shovel has probably never been cleaned, but has been touched by contaminated hands or gloves many times a day. (Photos courtesy of WOSSA)
Hundreds of infectious agents live in human waste. Unfortunately, not many workers in the industry are properly protecting themselves. The good news? It’s relatively easy to upgrade personal protective gear to defend against the bacteria, viruses, protozoa and parasites that...
Please
login or
register
to view PRO articles. It's free, fast and easy!
Comments on this site are submitted by users and are not endorsed by nor do they reflect the views or opinions of COLE Publishing, Inc. Comments are moderated before being posted.