“MRSA Reported in Covington School” “Wantagh School District: Staff Member Treated for MRSA” Straight from the headlines, on any given day you will find hundreds of reports on cases of MRSA and other communicable diseases. It appears in schools, in offices, and in places that we generally consider safe. So what is this bacteria and […]
Read Full ArticleThe state of California is the third largest state in the US. The Aftermath California office understands this better than most – the work they do every day can take them on the road from the warehouse in Rancho Cordova, all the way to Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Oregon, Utah and other places beyond. Contrary […]
Read Full ArticleTransmission of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV) can occur in unusual ways. According to a recent study, approximately 30% of those infected with HBV have no idea how they contracted it in the first place. The only way to prevent HBV is to get the vaccine. However, unlike other diseases which are commonly vaccinated against […]
Read Full ArticleIt’s been in the news recently, and may have caught your eye: yet another outbreak of Listeria is making the rounds, and this time it’s frozen vegetable products that are affected. Last year, several major ice cream makers were impacted by the same dangerous bacteria, right at the height of the summer season. (For a […]
Read Full ArticleThanks to the influence of pop culture, these days the average person is more knowledgeable about crime scene investigations than ever before. One aspect of such investigations involves bloodstain pattern analysis, which can be extremely useful to law enforcement when seeking clues to violent crimes. Examining blood patterns at the scene of a crime can […]
Read Full ArticleExcessive bleeding can be a frightening occurrence. However, awareness and training in proper first-aid procedures can help one cope with significant and even life-threatening injury. The following information can prove essential in emergency circumstances, for both the injured party and worried bystanders. How to Stop Bleeding When an Injury Occurs The first step to control […]
Read Full ArticleFebruary is Biohazard Awareness Month. We’re marking the occasion by discussing topics that concern our safety and the risks we experience from bloodborne pathogens and other biohazardous sources. We’re inviting you to help us draw attention to these concerns by donning your own PPE (whether it’s boots, gloves, hard hat or a mask) and sharing your […]
Read Full ArticleBiohazard incidents take on many forms. From an accident in a busy grocery store to an unattended death in a small suburban home, one question inevitably arises: exactly who is responsible for the cleanup? It’s a sensitive topic, but part of dealing with death involves addressing the issue of cleanup. After the body is removed […]
Read Full ArticleFlashback for Food Safety In April, Aftermath featured a blog on Listeria and how trauma cleaning companies can help contain the spread of this bacteria. At the time, several ice cream makers were battling the bacteria in their factory kitchens, and while these companies have successfully returned their products to our shelves, Listeria is still […]
Read Full ArticleThe American Academy of Pediatrics website features tips and in-depth articles on subjects such as bullying and school bus safety, but when it comes to college-aged students, many parents assume their kids are ready for the big world. However, sharing tiny dorms and kitchens with other busy, pre-occupied students can be a recipe for accidents […]
Read Full ArticleWhy Can’t I Mop It Up Myself? Technically, it’s not against the law to clean up after a biohazard in your home yourself – you are only legally bound to protect employees (OSHA regs state that employees who are put at risk must be given proper protective equipment and training, plus Hepatitis B vaccine). If […]
Read Full ArticleThe FBI reported that violent crime rose by .7% across the nation in 2012. What the report doesn’t address is the hidden risks to law enforcement as they respond to and investigate such crimes. More violent crime means blood cleanup and biohazard exposure from other bodily fluids that may carry dangerous bloodborne pathogens. Taking the […]
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