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Analysis of Aldehydes in Indoor Air: Findings from the National Housing Study

04/09/2026

The quality of the air we breathe at home has become a major public health concern. According to data from the National Housing Study 2 (ENL2) conducted by the OQEI, our homes harbor invisible yet ubiquitous chemical pollutants. To understand the scope of this phenomenon, an analysis of VOCs in...

Everything You Need to Know About the Formaldehyde OEL and Workplace Safety

04/08/2026

Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous pollutant in industrial settings. Controlling formaldehyde exposure levels is now a top priority for ensuring employee health and your company’s regulatory compliance.

Why assess the occupational exposure of workers handling CMR chemicals ?

04/07/2026

In many sectors—including the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, laboratories, maintenance, and the food processing industry—workers are required to handle hazardous substances. Some of these substances are classified as CMR: carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to reproduction. These chemical...

Analysis of VOCs in Indoor Air: How Can You Effectively Protect Your Health?

04/06/2026

On average, we spend 80 to 90% of our time indoors, whether at the office, on public transportation, or—most often—at home. Yet the air we breathe indoors is often more polluted than the air outside. At the heart of this issue lies a family of invisible yet ubiquitous pollutants: Volatile Organic...

Occupational Exposure to Benzene: Understanding the Risks and Prevention Strategies

10/16/2025

Benzene is a chemical widely used in industry and found in many workplace environments. However, it is a highly toxic substance classified as a known human carcinogen. Occupational exposure to benzene is a major occupational health issue requiring special attention, both from a regulatory and a...