August 28, 2017
What do dead bodies smell like? This can be difficult if you have never been around a dead body before. Some people compare the putrid stench of a decomposing body to that of rotting meat with rotting fruit undertones. When someone dies, the body immediately begins the decomposition process and the smell of death can […]
August 28, 2017
Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance is defined as a payout benefit for your named beneficiaries in the event that you die or lose an appendage accidentally. This is a form of life insurance that helps to financially protect your loved ones. Qualified Insurance for Accidental Deaths and Dismemberments The Center for Disease Control & […]
August 28, 2017
When you review crime scene cleaners, you want to make sure you’re enlisting the best for the job. No one anticipates calling in a specialist to clean blood spills, accidents, or trauma scenes; but knowing the best in the business can help ease the pain of the tragedy. By contacting Aftermath for help, you can […]
August 28, 2017
Whether a person dies as a result of a murder, suicide, or from natural causes, there is a natural process of body decomposition that begins soon after death. A decomposing body can be considered a potential biohazard because the fluids released after death can sometimes carry bloodborne pathogens. As a result, it is recommended that […]
August 28, 2017
Biohazards are chemical or biological substances that are dangerous to the environment, humans or animals. These substances are categorized into four different biohazard safety levels (BSL) ranging from BSL-1 to BSL-4. Each biosafety level uses distinct control procedures for microbial and biological agent containment. Developed for use in enclosed laboratory facilities, biohazard safety levels help reduce lab […]
August 28, 2017
Does your occupation require bloodborne pathogens (BBP) training? If you work in a field in which you handle human blood or body fluids, cell strains, or sharps waste, then the answer to this question is most likely yes. The federal Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Standard was developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration […]
August 28, 2017
Though there are few certainties in life, most of us can agree to one universal inevitability: accidents happen. Whether it’s at home or work, you may need to manage a situation that requires delicate and careful attention–including the cleaning up of chemicals and bodily fluids. One of the most potentially hazardous substances to clean […]
August 28, 2017
Once police officers and other law enforcement officials have processed a crime scene, the crime scene cleaning process can begin. While it is often perceived that the police officers or crime scene investigators clean up the crime scene once it has been processed, the reality is that law enforcement officials do not have the means […]
August 28, 2017
Blood is notoriously hard to clean. It stains fabric, seeps into carpet, and binds to almost everything it touches. If you’ve taken to the Internet in search of the best way to clean a blood spill, you have probably stumbled across countless articles saying things like: Get to the stain while the blood is […]
August 28, 2017
For many people, their place of employment is like a second home – a place where they have friends, a place where people support personal and professional growth, a place where they feel safe. Like anywhere else, however, the workplace environment can pose significant health and safety risks. OSHA defines these occupational risks as: […]