The idea of a deadly infectious outbreak isn’t new. Pandemics are predictable to a certain extent. The world has been … Read More
What is an Emerging Viral Pathogen (EVP)?
Many new viruses emerge each year. The greatest concern are the “pathogenic viruses”, or the ones that are or potentially … Read More
How is Monkeypox Disinfected?
Monkeypox has been making headlines for recent outbreaks. As of writing, the CDC has been tracking over 3,400 confirmed cases … Read More
The Four Biohazard Levels: What They Are and Why We Use Them
Biohazard Safety Levels (BSL), also called biohazard levels or biosafety levels, are designed to help protect the environment, laboratory staff … Read More
Is There a Difference Between HAZMAT and Biohazard?
When you think of biohazards, you likely think of HAZMAT suits. So, what makes the situations different? Biohazards (or bio) … Read More
The A, B, C’s on Disinfecting Viral Hepatitis
With well over an estimated 2.2 million Americans carrying hepatitis unknowingly, Hepatitis sits firmly on the Mount Rushmore of infectious … Read More
Do Home Birth Cleanups Require Biohazard Certifications?
Whether you incidentally had a home birth or planning one, you should be thinking about the clean up. A birth … Read More
What ATP Testing is and Why We Use It for Cleanliness
A clean and well-maintained environment is critical to public health. ATP tests are used to test for bacteria, viruses, and … Read More
Thinking About Selling Your Home?
Was your home or property a former hoarder home, crime scene, or drug lab? Despite having a certificate to ensure … Read More
One of the Most Dangerous Animal Hoarding Cleanups in PA
We have all heard the hoarding stories in which the mummified remains of poor Fluffy or Rex or Budgie were … Read More