Drug testing programs can help employers promote public safety, support the ongoing success of their organization, and support compliance with federal, state, and local laws
By understanding what sets off carbon monoxide detectors and knowing where to place them, we can prevent many dangerous and life-threatening situations
You may be surprised to learn where some of the harmful chemicals in cigarettes are also used: 1,3-Butadiene: used in rubber manufacturing Arsenic: a poison Benzene: an industrial solvent, made from crude oil Beryllium: used in nuclear reactors Cadmium: used in batteries Chromium: used to manufacture dye, paint and car alloys Formaldehyde: used in science labs and mortuaries Polonium-21: a highly radioactive element Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons: a group of dangerous chemicals found in oil and coal, including benzo(a)pyrene Many of these chemicals are found in everyday products or some workplaces
Travelers can reduce risk by carrying simple, single-purpose cutters and keeping them accessible for inspection.
McDevitt, C.A., Beck, G.J., Ciunga, M.J