FireAde 2000 is environmentally friendly, non-toxic and non-hazardous. FireAde 2000 is not powder based and doesn't and has none of the breathing and vision problems associated with dry powder extinguishers. Note: Race car drivers frequently use FireAde 2000 to spray themselves down when getting out of a burning race car. Yes - Dry Powder Chemical extinguishers have been known to cause serious respiratory problems after use. You must avoid inhaling Dry Powder Chemicals.

Sweep/vacuum up as much of the powder as possible. Then use a damp cloth to wipe up the remaining residue.

BSE represents absolutely a health risk for humans. Therefore the term Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE) is more and more used instead of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE). For some time the production processes for raw materials from animals have been re-designed. Close collaboration between the international supervision authorities and the raw material manufacturers has provoked that a danger to humans can be excluded.

There is no present reliable evidence that mobile phones constitute a health hazard. Research is ongoing to check whether the relatively low power of the transmitted signals can affect human cells. The GSM Association in collaboration with WHO are constantly researching this issue.

Persons that have been SCUBA diving in the last 24 hours run the risk of getting "The Bends" because of the decreased air pressure and the build up of nitrogen in their bodies. We do not take children under 13 years of age because they have a much higher incidence of high altitude problems. In addition persons whom are obese (Body mass index of 36 or over) BMI calculator should not make this trip.

who may have an occasion to use a fire extinguisher. Your supervisor will determine if this training is required and contact the fire department at x3428 to schedule a class. The classes, held south of the fire station at the burn area, are approximately one hour long conducted on Tuesday and Thursday. You will have the oppurtunity to use extinguishers on live fires.

Wireless networks are no greater health hazard than mobile phones. Wireless networks cover much shorter distances than mobile phones and so operate at much lower power levels.

They can be under certain circumstances, this is described in detail in the Fact Sheets on "Mosquito Production and Management - Saline Wetlands, Freshwater and Constructed Wetlands, and Irrigation Wetlands". (BACK)

Please consult your doctor to find out what specific diseases or health conditions may put you at increased risk for osteoporosis.

In rental units the landlord supplies fire extinguishers as set forth in Section PM-705.4 of the Pittsfield Charter Township Code of Ordinances. Homeowners can purchase fire extinguishers at local area fire protection retailers. Most department and home improvement stores also carry them.

Foot and mouth disease is evoked through a virus. It attacks only hoofed animals and is highly infective for them. Humans can not be affected by this virus. However the virus can spread itself quickly and area-wide by infected living animals or their meat. Therefore many countries currently prohibit the import of living animals and food stuffs of animal origin. Regarding foot and mouth disease raw materials of animal origin for cosmetics show therefore no risk for humans.

Rats can transmit many diseases to humans, including Salmonellosis (food poisoning) and Weils disease. Rats will eat or contaminate food intended for humans. It is estimated that up to 5% of food produced world-wide is lost as a result of rodent activity.

HIPAA requires that covered entities (i.e., health plans, healthcare clearinghouses, and those healthcare providers who transmit any health information in electronic form in connection with a transaction for which the Secretary of Health and Human Services has adopted a standard) use NPIs in standard transactions by the compliance dates. The compliance date for all covered entities except small health plans is May 23, 2007; the compliance date for small health plans is May 23, 2008.

York County does not fill extinguishers; if needed, this may be done through a private fire extinguisher service (consult the yellow pages for more information). Most home fire extinguishers are not refillable. If in doubt, please consult a fire extinguisher service or bring it to a fire station for more information.

Homeowners should buy an extinguisher that can handle Class A-B-C fires. This type of extinguisher is designed to extinguish fires that usually occur in homes including wood, paper, flammable liquids, and electrical fires.

Yes - FireAde 2000 kitchen and domestic extinguishers are specially designed for grease fires. However, with any type of fire extinguisher, extreme caution should be taken when fighting grease fires if the delivery system is under pressure. There is a risk that the pressure will blow hot burning grease around. Pointing the nozzle directly into the burning grease is not the correct application. Stand away at a safe distance (approx.

Yes - FireAde 2000 is very simple to clean up. In fact FireAde 2000 enhances the clean up process after the fire. FireAde 2000 breaks up sooty, greasy and oily residue leaving a clean surface after use. No scrubbing or other special cleaning efforts are required to remove FireAde 2000. No - Dry Powder Chemicals leave a very messy residue. Clean up is very time consuming and can be very costly. Electronic equipment and engines can be destroyed by Dry Powder Chemicals.

It depends from the circumstances. Please refer to our multiple choice section where we will help you to determine suitable fire extinguishers for your application.

A multipurpose fire extinguisher is best for the home. Look for the rating to be at least 2A:10B,C on the label. This extinguisher can be used on any type of fire commonly found in the home. It will often be labeled A-B-C.

Once a fire extinguisher is used, call Facilities Management at extension 3711 or the H&R Plant at extension 3477 so the fire extinguisher can be refilled.

Yes. Fleas can carry and transmit several potential illnesses to humans, including rickettsiosis (infection with Rickettsia) and bartonellosis (infection with Bartonella). Also, fleas serve as an intermediate host for tapeworms, which can infect both your pet and humans.

Risk of adverse health effects is a function of pesticide toxicity and exposure. Exposure to a pesticide determines the dose and the pesticide’s toxicity determines the potency of the dose. For pesticides that do not cause cancer, there is a dose below which there will be no effect. For pesticides that do not cause cancer, a no effect threshold has been determined for each pesticide, which is inversely related to its potency.

The Health Risk Assessment is a questionnaire about current lifestyle and habits regarding physical activity, nutrition, and stress management. You can use your Health Risk Assessment to help set goals for healthy actions in your Personal Health Plan. Your Health Risk Assessment answers are confidential, and your results will be shared with you immediately so you can create your Personal Health Plan.

The Health Risk Assessment (HRA) is a confidential, questionnaire designed to assess your health status. You can complete it online or by filling out a paper form. It takes about 15-20 minutes to complete. Answers to health and lifestyle questions are analyzed and compiled into a confidential and personalized health profile that calculates lifestyle and health risks and recommends preventive procedures and lifestyle changes to improve your health and reduce your risks.

We already have a wealth of scientific data on the relationship between radon exposure and the development of lung cancer. The scientific experts agree that the occupational miner data is a very solid base from which to estimate risk of lung cancer deaths annually. While residential radon epidemiology studies will improve what we know about radon, they will not supersede the occupational data.

Makes individuals aware of risks to their future good health and their own ability to reduce those risks.