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Disposing of Latex Paints

no@spam.com (From DECO Magazine) — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:30:00 EDT

Today, about 85 percent of all Architectural Coatings produced are water-based. Each year hundreds of millions of gallons of these products are sold to do-it-yourself customers and painting contractors.

Make it a Habit to L.E.A.D. Every Day

no@spam.com (From DECO Magazine) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:00:00 EDT

When the typical employer is asked for the reason why most people leave their jobs, the most common answer is, “money”. Since the customer is not coming to the company offering more money for the same work being done, many companies feel they are stuck between the proverbial “rock and a hard place.” In surveys done with employees, when the employers are not in the room, they give the following reasons for changing jobs – in this order:

Small Entity Compliance Guide to Renovate Right

no@spam.com (PDCA) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 13:30:00 EDT

This handbook summarizes requirements of EPA’s Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Rule, aimed at protecting against lead-based paint hazards associated with renovation, repair and painting activities. The rule requires workers to be trained to use lead-safe work practices and requires renovation firms to be EPA-certified; these requirements will become effective April 22, 2010.

OSHA Announces Personal Protective Equipment Rule

no@spam.com (Contributed Content) — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 10:00:00 EST

Quick, what takes more than eight years and a federal lawsuit to get done, but doesn't really change much of anything? The answer to that question is: OSHA's final PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Rule.