In general, the need for readily accessible, pertinent, understandable information regarding workplace hazards and exposures was apparent throughout the response , and distribution of information proved challenging. (cdc.gov)
These hazards and exposures are a function of the unstable nature of the site, the potential for worker exposure to unknown hazardous substances and the type of work performed. (cdc.gov)
For additional information on what equipment you need for protection against exposure to specific hazards, contact your local OSHA office or consult the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards . (cdc.gov)
I'm going to ways to mitigate hazards and talk about our surveillance system, which provides a framework for thinking about how to protect responders during and after a response. (cdc.gov)
The primary hazards from tropical cyclones (which include tropical depressions, tropical storms, and hurricanes) are storm surge flooding, inland flooding from heavy rains, destructive winds, tornadoes, and high surf and rip currents. (texasnationalmud.com)
NIOSH4
Except for a limited number of noise exposure samples above the NIOSH recommended exposure limit and carbon monoxide levels above the NIOSH ceiling limit, environmental sampling for a variety of substances including asbestos, metals and dust did not reveal levels above recognized occupational exposure limits. (cdc.gov)
The purpose of this National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) fact sheet is to provide general guidance for personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers responding in hurricane flood zones. (cdc.gov)
NIOSH requests your assistance in disseminating this interim document to all workers involved in flood response. (cdc.gov)
CAPT Delaney is the Associate Director for Emergency Preparedness and Response at NIOSH where she coordinates NIOSH's response to emergencies, ensures federal response plans incorporate occupational safety and health protection measures, and promotes research in the area of protecting first responders during emergencies. (cdc.gov)
Floods3
This guidance represents professional judgment based on experience from responses to past storms and floods. (cdc.gov)
From powerful hurricanes and thunderstorms to relentless blizzards and flash floods, Mother Nature's fury can wreak havoc on homes and businesses alike. (servprocantonoh.com)
If you don't live in a flood zone, that doesn't necessarily mean you're safe - extreme rain from hurricanes can bring floods even to areas that aren't prone to flooding. (texasnationalmud.com)
Mold2
Three teams of personnel responded to numerous requests for assistance in evaluating exposures to mold, chemicals, biological agents, floodwaters, dust and dried flood sediment, flood debris, and noise. (cdc.gov)
Beyond the visible damage, storms can also leave behind insidious issues like mold growth due to prolonged moisture exposure. (servprocantonoh.com)
Preparedness1
Kellee: Good afternoon, I am Kellee Waters, a health communication specialist in CDC's Center for Preparedness and Response, Division of Emergency Operations. (cdc.gov)
Debris2
Workers handling hurricane related debris may suffer wounds. (cdc.gov)
Gloves designed to protect the skin from chemical exposure are not typically strong enough to protect from debris. (cdc.gov)
Occupational1
Their main objectives were to assist Federal, state, and local agencies in addressing occupational safety and health issues, to perform health and injury surveillance and exposure assessments among workers, to perform outreach to vulnerable workers, and to develop and disseminate occupational health information. (cdc.gov)
Workers involved with hurricane or flood response should be aware of the potential dangers involved and the proper safety precautions. (cdc.gov)
Extreme rain from hurricanes can even flood areas that aren't normally prone to flooding. (texasnationalmud.com)
Anyone living in a flood-prone area is especially vulnerable to hurricane impacts. (texasnationalmud.com)
Workers6
Because the level of experience will vary among workers, response workers must work together and look out for one another to ensure safety. (cdc.gov)
In addition, response workers are at serious risk for developing heat stress. (cdc.gov)
Response workers should be familiar with heat stress symptoms. (cdc.gov)
Thank you for joining us for today's EPIC webinar on keeping volunteers and response workers safe after a disaster.Today, we will hear from Lisa Delaney.If you do not wish for your participation to be recorded, please exit at this time. (cdc.gov)
Ensuring the health and safety of recovery workers is an effective response. (cdc.gov)
Volunteers are working side by side with response workers to help the urgent needs of the community. (cdc.gov)
Hearing damage1
For most work in flooded areas, or areas that have been subjected to flooding, response personnel will need the following personal protective equipment: hard hats, goggles or safety glasses, heavy work gloves, watertight boots with steel toe and insole (not just steel shank), and hearing protection where excessive noise from equipment poses a risk of hearing damage. (cdc.gov)
Emergency1
You can also make a list of items to replenish hurricane emergency supplies and start thinking about how you will prepare your home for the coming hurricane season. (texasnationalmud.com)
Vulnerable1
Mobile homes are especially vulnerable to hurricane-force winds, and basements are especially vulnerable to storm surge and flooding. (texasnationalmud.com)
Personal2
Today you can determine your personal hurricane risk, find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, and review/update insurance policies. (texasnationalmud.com)
Don't provide your personal or financial information in response to a request that you didn't expect. (jewelersinsuranceservices.com)
If you live in hurricane-prone areas, you are encouraged to complete these simple preparations before hurricane season begins on June 1. (texasnationalmud.com)
The best time to prepare is before hurricane season begins. (texasnationalmud.com)
Risk1
If you are at risk from hurricane impacts, you need an evacuation plan. (northwestparkmud.com)
Time2
Flooding from the extreme amounts of rain a hurricane can bring has also proven to be very deadly, both over an extended period of time as well as very short-term flash flooding. (texasnationalmud.com)
Storm surge is water that is pushed toward the shore by winds swirling around the storm, and historically has caused the largest loss of life in hurricanes. (texasnationalmud.com)
Tropical storms3
While hurricanes pose the greatest threat to life and property, tropical storms and tropical depressions also can be devastating. (wcid89.net)
The primary hazards from tropical cyclones (which include tropical depressions, tropical storms, and hurricanes) are storm surge flooding, inland flooding from heavy rains, destructive winds, tornadoes, and high surf and rip currents. (hcmud360.org)
Hurricanes and tropical storms can also produce tornadoes . (westonmud.org)
Rain from hurricanes2
Extreme rain from hurricanes can even flood areas that aren't normally prone to flooding. (hcmud360.org)
If you don't live in a flood zone, that doesn't necessarily mean you're safe - extreme rain from hurricanes can bring floods even to areas that aren't prone to flooding. (westonmud.org)
Storm surge2
Storm surge is water that is pushed toward the shore by winds swirling around the storm, and historically has caused the largest loss of life in hurricanes. (hcmud360.org)
Mobile homes are especially vulnerable to hurricane-force winds, and basements are especially vulnerable to storm surge and flooding. (westonmud.org)
Evacuation2
Today you can determine your personal hurricane risk, find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, and review/update insurance policies. (wcid89.net)
If you are at risk from hurricane impacts, you need an evacuation plan. (westonmud.org)
Impacts1
Some aspects of your home can be strengthened to help withstand hurricane impacts, and some can not. (westonmud.org)
Prone1
If you live in hurricane-prone areas, you are encouraged to complete these simple preparations before hurricane season begins on June 1. (wcid89.net)
Winds1
Hurricane-force winds can cause damage to homes and other buildings, ranging from moderate to catastrophic depending on both wind speed and structural integrity. (hcmud360.org)
Weaknesses1
Find out if your home has any weaknesses that could prove deadly in a hurricane. (westonmud.org)
Deadly1
Flooding from the extreme amounts of rain a hurricane can bring has also proven to be very deadly, both over an extended period of time as well as very short-term flash flooding. (hcmud360.org)
Season begins1
The best time to prepare is before hurricane season begins. (westonmud.org)
Protect1
Protect yourself against exposure to mosquitos. (cdc.gov)
Water1
The COH's drought response calls for mandatory water conservations efforts to reduce water use, that will reduce the daily volume of water delivered. (hcmud163.org)
Items1
Signs, roofing material, and other items left outside can become flying missiles during hurricanes. (westonmud.org)