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Respirator decontaminationWastewaterReuseRemediationEnvironmentalSurface contaminationInfectionSoilsProceduresTemperatureOptimalApproachesWorkerWorkplaceUltravioletWaterContaminationArticleReductionExposureEnforcementCostlyTreatmentTimeMoist heatDetection methodsWidespread adoptionStudyHeavy MetalTechniquesCountriesMechanismPotentialToxicSurfacesEffective methodsPerformanceVerification
Respirator decontamination2
Wastewater4
  • Technical questions-simple and complex-about a variety of issues, such as what to do with wastewater from worker decontamination baths and where to place testing apparatus during the decontamination process, must be answered. (nationalacademies.org)
  • Study on Treatment of High Content Alkyl Polyglycoside Wastewater by Ozone Oxidation by Aeration Method. (icontrolpollution.com)
  • The review begins with a short presentation of the first explored water purification techniques starting from the Bronze Age, then, it is presented the minimum quality parameters and comments that disinfection, decontamination, and desalinization of wastewater and seawater must achieve. (github.io)
  • Application of inorganic sorbents for the decontamination and purification of industrial wastewater and polluted natural water from various organic toxic components, heavy metal ions and radioactive elements. (mdpi.com)
Reuse5
  • The development of methods to effectively decontaminate N95 respirators while maintaining their integrity is crucial for respirator regeneration and reuse. (a-star.edu.sg)
  • Our findings show that N95 respirators treated by the previously mentioned decontamination methods are safe and effective for reuse by industry, laboratories, and hospitals. (a-star.edu.sg)
  • The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued enforcement guidance allowing the decontamination and reuse of N95 respirators during the COVID-19 pandemic on a case-by-case basis. (blr.com)
  • The interim guidance to the agency's Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs) allows the reuse, in certain circumstances, of filtering facepiece respirators (FFRs) decontaminated using methods that have shown promise in limited research. (blr.com)
  • Decontamination and reuse of respirators may be one method of extending existing supplies. (blr.com)
Remediation5
  • citation needed] Remediation technologies are many and varied but can generally be categorized into ex-situ and in-situ methods. (wikipedia.org)
  • The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for in situ remediation of soil, and in particular to a combination of related processes, equipment and chemicals for the rapid remediation of soil contaminated with mild, moderate or severe salts and/or heavy metals and radionuclides. (google.com)
  • Therefore, remediation and decontamination of marine ecosystems by oil spills is urgently needed. (tuc.gr)
  • Part 4: Integrated methods for soil remediation 21. (researchandmarkets.com)
  • Nanomaterials in integrated methods for soil remediation (biological/physiological combination processes) 22. (researchandmarkets.com)
Environmental6
  • If the contaminant has been left in place but inactivated, then environmental sampling after the decontamination is the most direct testing method. (nationalacademies.org)
  • De-contamination of fresh fruits is difficult because most conventional methods such as thermal pasteurization and chemical sanitizing procedures do not suit them or have problems concerning residues and environmental pollution. (usda.gov)
  • Keywords Cold weather studies Cold weather Aerosols Alaska Artic regions Army operation CB agents Decontamination Environmental tests Freezing Hazards Human factors Ice Temperature meteorology Nuclear weapons Polar regions Protective clothing Sampling methods Snow Visibility Water Wind Winter. (dtic.mil)
  • To guide attempts at environmental decontamination as well as personal protection in the case of accidental or intentional contamination of drinking water supplies, we attempted to determine the thermal death point of B. procyonis eggs. (cdc.gov)
  • In situ burning is a method which is difficult to apply due to environmental impacts on ecosystems, water or land, as well as the legislation that has been enacted, which prohibits its use in some countries. (tuc.gr)
  • Therefore, in recent decades researchers have intensively studied low cost alternative methods of removal of trace metals from aqueous media using natural materials which are biodegradable, renewable, and environmental friendly. (hindawi.com)
Surface contamination2
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of two spray-based decontamination methods for surface contamination reduction and to determine the potential for contamination spread by these methods. (unl.edu)
  • Longitudinal results obtained indicated a difference in failure percentages between ACC, ATP, and visual methods to assess biological surface contamination on research-related surfaces in laboratories. (tmc.edu)
Infection4
  • Interventional decontamination techniques that demonstrate superior performance in preventing CVAD-associated bloodstream infection would improve patient outcomes, reduce patient morbidity and mortality, and health care-associated costs. (edu.au)
  • The study's findings will likely inform future development of methods used to deactivate the SARS-CoV-2 virus on indoor surfaces, reducing the spread of infection and decreasing the number of cases of infection and even the number of deaths attributed to SARS-CoV-2 infection. (azooptics.com)
  • Providers know that they must enforce more stringent infection control, but what methods and approaches make sense for DME? (hme-business.com)
  • If a DME provider assumes that using a product listed as a high-level disinfectant will suffice but fails to understand details such as the way the product is to be utilized or dispensed, the contact or soak time, the dry time, or the method for wiping down, then that failure lends to misuse of the product and, therefore, lack of true decontamination or infection control. (hme-business.com)
Soils3
  • Ex-situ methods involve excavation of affected soils and subsequent treatment at the surface as well as extraction of contaminated groundwater and treatment at the surface. (wikipedia.org)
  • In-situ methods seek to treat the contamination without removing the soils or groundwater. (wikipedia.org)
  • The decontamination program for HCH polluted soils would diminish the risk posed by HCH residues to human, plant and animal health. (ispub.com)
Procedures3
  • Procedures effective in decontamination and extending shelf life without affecting fruit quality are needed. (usda.gov)
  • If employers have no manufacturer or third-party guidance or procedures for specific decontamination methods, then workers should avoid using decontaminated FFRs when performing aerosol-generating procedures on patients who are or may be infected with SARS-CoV-2. (blr.com)
  • Decontamination may degrade FFR performance, and decontaminated respirators may not provide the level of protection needed during such procedures. (blr.com)
Temperature1
Optimal2
  • However, the optimal decontamination time and solution is still under-evaluated. (edu.au)
  • Given the severe and untreatable nature of baylisascariasis, and the hardy nature of B. procyonis eggs, information on optimal methods to inactivate B. procyonis eggs is essential. (cdc.gov)
Approaches1
Worker1
  • Over the years, the company developed methods for creating safe productivity increases while maximizing worker safety in permit-required confined space environments. (osha.gov)
Workplace1
  • Information is lacking about the types and concentrations of take-home exposures that are currently occurring in the United States, the size and demographic composition of the populations at risk for exposure, the types of illnesses associated with take-home exposures, and the adequacy of exposure control methods in the workplace and home. (cdc.gov)
Ultraviolet1
  • The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provided guidance based on limited research indicating that ultraviolet germicidal irradiation, vaporous hydrogen peroxide, and moist heat have shown the most promise as potential methods of decontaminating FFRs. (blr.com)
Water10
  • Physicochemical methods for monitoring seasonal variations in Cl-, F-, and Fe++ in underground water in Unnao District in Uttar Pradesh (India). (icontrolpollution.com)
  • It is also reviewed several water purification methods based on microbiological, chemical and physical techniques. (github.io)
  • Numerous chemical methods for the removal of heavy metal pollution from water have been examined, yet these methods are costly and inefficient. (furman.edu)
  • Water pollution from heavy metal ions, such as lead (II) and arsenic (V), is a widespread problem that has spurred researchers to look for efficient, environmentally acceptable treatment methods. (edu.sa)
  • The sorption method has been widely used to remove toxic components from waste and natural water. (mdpi.com)
  • Objective: To pilot test an inexpensive, home-based water decontamination and storage system in a low-income neighborhood of Karachi. (aku.edu)
  • Methods: Fifty households received a 20-L plastic water storage vessel with a high-quality spout and a regular supply of diluted hypochlorite solution. (aku.edu)
  • Costs of pollutant exposure control were partially estimated in regard to homes lead-based paint decontamination, investments aiming at reducing industrial lead emissions and removal of all lead drinking water pipes. (biomedcentral.com)
  • About 73.2% of the respondents decontaminate harvested water before using and filtration (63%) is found to be most common and effective method for decontamination. (nepjol.info)
  • Sorption techniques that have been studied using biosorbents are ultimately meant for decontamination of polluted natural water in which toxic trace metal ions exist in association with inorganic and organic species which show synergistic effects on each other during sorption processes. (hindawi.com)
Contamination1
  • A method for quantifying the different levels of oil contamination is proposed based on measured exhaust air-fuel ratio during oil decontamination. (sae.org)
Article3
  • Journal of Industrial Pollution Control has got h-index 18, which means every article in Journal of Industrial Pollution Control has got 18 average citations. (icontrolpollution.com)
  • This article needs additional citations for verification . (wikipedia.org)
  • Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources . (wikipedia.org)
Reduction2
  • Results indicated that pH-adjusted bleach was effective (≥6 logs reduction) when two applications and a 30 min contact time were administered, regardless of the decontaminant application method or material. (unl.edu)
  • Through testing the bioburden, filtration, fluid resistance, and fit (shape) of the decontaminated respirators, we found that the decontamination methods using BioQuell VHP, custom VHP container, Steris VHP, and Sterrad VHP effectively inactivated Cardiovirus (3-log10 reduction) and bacteria (6-log10 reduction) without compromising the respirator integrity after 2-15 cycles. (a-star.edu.sg)
Exposure4
  • The traditional detection methods have the disadvantages of radiation exposure, high cost, and shortage of medical resources, which restrict the popularity of early screening for breast cancer. (github.io)
  • Certain methods, such as ozone cleaning, may nullify a product warranty, and the FDA has placed warnings that certain levels are or are not safe for human exposure. (hme-business.com)
  • The Task Force also noted that the published literature contains only limited citations of two categories of take-home exposure-infectious agents and radioactive substances. (cdc.gov)
  • Development of a quantitative OEL awaits development of a standardized, validated exposure assessment method and quantitative evaluation of risks associated with given exposures. (cdc.gov)
Enforcement1
  • On-site Consultation services are separate from enforcement and do not result in penalties or citations. (osha.gov)
Costly1
Treatment2
  • Preliminary Study on Treatment of Organic Matter in Foam Decontamination Waste by Ozone Oxidation Method. (icontrolpollution.com)
  • Nevertheless, in situ burning is a very promising method of dealing with large quantities of oil spill as it has the ability to remove up to 95% of oil and is an economical and not very complex response method, which has immediate effects on the treatment of the oil. (tuc.gr)
Time2
  • Proper planning-the second phase-is crucial to the success of decontamination, and time spent there will be amply rewarded later. (nationalacademies.org)
  • Contact time, reapplication frequency and rinse method were also varied. (unl.edu)
Moist heat1
  • Potentially cheaper methods, including moist heat and microwave generated steam, are being investigated, but these have limitations. (bmj.com)
Detection methods1
  • Overall, the agency's food safety research initiatives can be categorized as follows: (1) development of rapid detection methods, (2) development of confirmatory methods, (3) biotechnology, (4) virology, (5) in vitro testing, and (6) laboratory enhancement (Musser, 2009). (nationalacademies.org)
Widespread adoption1
  • There is a critical need for effective methods of preventing transmission of the virus suitable for widespread adoption. (azooptics.com)
Study3
  • Aim: This study will compare different decontamination methods of CVAD needleless connectors in adult patients. (edu.au)
  • In this study, pristine graphene oxide (GO) synthesized via a Hummer's method has been demonstrated as a very efficient Cs sorbent with the maximum adsorption capacity of GO found to be 180, 465, 528 mg Cs/g sorbent at pH of 3, 7, and 12, respectively. (rsc.org)
  • The agenda is intentionally broad in scope, leaving the details of study design and methods to be specified by research sponsors and investigators. (cdc.gov)
Heavy Metal1
  • This reveals GO's exceptional ability in capturing Cs even in the presence of high concentrations of competitive cations and its high potential for use in Cs decontamination, as well as other heavy metal removal applications. (rsc.org)
Techniques2
  • Lately, he is also focussing on the efficiency of novel plastic separation methods in mining-impacted areas, suggesting several potential ways for plastics separation and possible bioremediation techniques. (cienciavitae.pt)
  • The data supports the use of photocatalysts in effective decontamination techniques for preventing the spread of SARS-CoV-2 via contact with contaminated surfaces. (azooptics.com)
Countries2
  • Culling of sick birds, persons in several countries, with Egypt reporting decontamination of infected farms, and surveillance the highest number of H5N1 infections and China the within the vicinity of infected farms were applied and the highest number of H7N9 infections ( 8-13 ). (who.int)
  • Several lessons were taken out of the West African outbreak one of which is the lack of preparedness by countries in the region.Materials and Methods: This paper looked at the mistakes of the West African outbreak and reports how such mistakes were corrected in the current outbreak going on in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). (bvsalud.org)
Mechanism1
  • citation needed] In the US there has been a mechanism for taxing polluting industries to form a Superfund to remediate abandoned sites, or to litigate to force corporations to remediate their contaminated sites. (wikipedia.org)
Potential1
Toxic1
  • Conventional oil spill clean-up methods, such as natural removal, rarely achieve complete oil spill purifying, while chemical dispersants can become toxic to the biodiversity of marine ecosystems. (tuc.gr)
Surfaces3
  • After baseline readings were established, the five laboratory surfaces in 10 laboratories at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Public Health were assessed every 7 days using ATP, ACC, and visual methods. (tmc.edu)
  • Surfaces deemed passing by visual and ACC methods were significantly less likely to be classified as pass by the ATP method. (tmc.edu)
  • In terms of methods to decontaminate surfaces, the market is currently flooded with disinfecting products and biocidal agents that are mainly used in healthcare settings. (azooptics.com)
Effective methods2
  • Unfortunately, no comprehensive studies have been published that describe practical and effective methods for decontamination of areas where B. procyonis eggs are present. (cdc.gov)
  • It is therefore imperative to use more efficient and cost-effective methods of dealing with oil spills. (tuc.gr)
Performance1
  • Because decontamination may affect the fit and performance of N95 and other FFRs, decontaminated respirators are not NIOSH-certified. (blr.com)
Verification3
  • Four key phases-assessment, planning, decontamination, and verification-can be identified in the response to an act of bioterrorism. (nationalacademies.org)
  • Verification methods must be chosen. (nationalacademies.org)
  • If the contaminant has been physically removed, for example by high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) vacuuming, verification will need to rely on the second method. (nationalacademies.org)