Across the globe it’s estimated that 1 in 10 people will become sick due to respiratory hazards encountered in the workplace annually, according to The American Journal of Respiratory Care and Medicine. Respiratory hazards can occur in several forms in the workplace and can include dust, solvents, or lack of oxygen. October is recognized as Healthy Lung Month, and with respiratory protection being one of the most commonly cited violations of OSHA standards when conducting a jobsite inspection, worker education and following preventative health practices is crucial.
