Code of practice for "Lead"

I have been asked to compile as much information regarding lead as possible. Among a million other areas where I am looking at lead, specifically toxicological effects, I am to find the following information. Some of this material is difficult to locate, and I would greatly appreciate all help in finding the following information, for Canada, or the States. When I have compiled all the information I am to create a mock policy dealing with lead 1. Identify industry policies dealing with lead 2. Identify areas where lead may be in use in health care buildings- be it in the buildings, in processes, or in products. 3. Develop a list of chemicals, processes and harmful substances that... click for more

Discussion questions

I think the further I get into these 400 classes the more difficult and intense the questions are. I am sure I am not the the first who has voiced this opinoin. I have been an R.N. for 20 yrs and I have noticed that the more I preach prevention it appears to me the less people listen. Here are 4 out of the 10 discussion questions that I have to answer along with my goup. I have already addressed 6 issues that I was familar with. 1. Why are health status indicators relevant to epidemiologists and program planners ? 2. How is census data used to assess the health of a defined population cohort? 3. What is a... click for more

Respirators for abatement / remediation

I am having a bit of difficulty tracking down the correct respirators to use for the abatement of lead in the workplace, and the correct respirators to use for the remediation of mould in the workplace. I am trying to find the industry best standards. Does anyone know the types of respirators to use (I imagine there are 2 different types), and sources (i.e. paper, or internet sites) that state these are the correct respirators to use? It would be more then helpful if some of these sources were Canadian. I appreciate all your help in this matter. Thank you.

Canadian Law- Organization and cell phone use

Canadian Law- Organization and cell phone use I came across this while reading an article, and was wondering if this organization can do this, or what they may be liable for by doing this. " The directive applies to employees operating the organizations vehicles (and personal vehicles) or operating a vehicle while conducing the organizations business. Employees are not permitted to use wireless devices (cell phones, blackberry devices, pagers, GPS's..etc.) while driving a vehicle. Employees shall not initiate use of any wireless device while driving. If an employee needs to use a wireless device while in transit, they should locate a safe and lawfully designated area to park b... click for more

Health Beliefs

How do health beliefs inhibit or facilitate health promotion?