We have always advocated for the importance of washing hands regularly with soap and water, but it has become an even more urgent matter in the wake of the pandemic. We’d like to take this opportunity to raise awareness of the discrepancies in the availability of basic hand washing facilities and materials worldwide.
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OSHA COVID-19 Guidelines for Construction Sites
General guidance for all workers and employers is in line with CDC advice, but OSHA recommendations for specific industries, including construction sites, are more detailed.
Does Your Stash of Hand Sanitizer Contain Toxic Wood Alcohol?
The CDC encourages the use of hand sanitizer when hand washing stations with soap and water are not available, but the FDA recently discovered toxic wood alcohol in some brands. Find out if your hand sanitizer is safe!
Acorn Engineering Brings Hand Washing to Students in Nevada’s Desert
This Las Vegas school needed to provide convenient hand washing stations for anyone entering the building—the Eco-Trough™ hand sink was the perfect solution.
Healthy Hand Washing Solutions and Innovations
The commercial plumbing marketplace is responding to the increased demand for fixtures that emphasize proper and frequent hand washing.