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Hand-Washing Techniques for Children
Hand-washing helps prevent the spread of the flu and other germs. Children as young as 3 years old should start learning how to wash their hands properly and why it is important. It is also important that they know when they should wash their hands. Good hygiene is important at any age. The best way
Truck Rescue Procedures for a Safety-Bucket
Safety buckets are deep containers used to protect workers from falling from elevated work areas. Various rescue procedures are utilized in emergency scenarios involving safety buckets. The procedures employed are based on individual circumstances.
How to Identify Lead Paint Hazards
Lead paint, if not managed properly, can be extremely dangerous to young children, infants, and elderly people. Many people mistakenly assume that the only way lead enters the body is by eating paint chips containing lead. However, the most common way lead paint enters the body by breathing or swall
The Health Benefits of Salmon Oil
Regular ingestion of salmon oil can contribute to overall mental and physical health. Salmon oil can be taken in a pill form or consumed while eating the fish. Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, salmon oil assists with many critical body functions.
How do I Fit Dzus?
A Dzus (pronounced Zeus after the ancient Greek god on Mount Olympus) is a type of spring and stud fastening system. It is commonly used to attach automotive and aircraft panels and body parts to the frame. The Dzus fastener is first lined up with the body part and mounted. Once mounted, the body pa
How to Use Biofreeze
Biofreeze contains Ilex and is a pain-relief and management product that comes in a variety of forms, including gel, roll-on and spray. Biofreeze is used by a variety of health care and recreation professionals, as well as by ultrasound techs. The gel comes in two forms: a small, squeezable bottle a
Protein Diet Requirements
Of the three major macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins and fats), proteins are the only ones that supply your body with nitrogen, an essential element for building and re-building body tissues. They are made up of tiny structural units known as amino acids. There are 20 known amino acids needed
Long-Term Effects of Night Shift
Working the night shift for extended periods of time has some negative effects on the health and well-being of workers, according to G. Costa from the University of Verona. These effects vary based on the individual.
Does Firefox Fit Images to Screen?
Firefox is a popular Web browser first released in February 2004. Since then, its development team has continued to work steadily on new releases, all of which include bug fixes, security patches and new features. One of Firefox's useful features is the ability to load an entire image on one page, s
Pros & Cons of Sucrose
Sugar is found naturally in various foods, but it is also used as a sweetener in the form of sucrose and fructose. Even though it can make eating a more enjoyable experience, the overconsumption of sugar can lead to serious health risks.
How to Transplant Saw Palmetto in Your Landscape
Saw palmetto gets its name from its jagged-edged sawlike fronds. A member of the palm family, saw palmetto is a multistem variety that grows 2 to 9 feet tall. The stems often grow laterally along the ground creating a sprawling plant. Saw palmetto is native to South Carolina, Florida and parts of Lo
Red Rice Yeast Pros & Cons
Red yeast rice is a Chinese product that is used to preserve color and flavor food. It is created by combining rice with Monascus purpureus yeast. Red yeast rice may have some health benefits including lowering cholesterol, improving circulation and reducing indigestion. However, some...
How to Sterilize Plastic Containers
Because plastic is not always stable enough to clean under high heat, it's not the simplest material to sterilize. The methods in this article all effectively kill bacteria in plastics. To ensure complete sterilization, try combining methods.
Refrigerant R-134A Exposure Limits
Careful handling of R-134a refrigerant is of major concern to technicians and facilities as well as to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Exposure to R-134a poses serious health risks to individuals who work with it as well as to the environment. Refrigerant leaks and long-term exposure
Gluten Free Vegan Foods
Staying gluten free and vegan requires careful meal planning.wheat image by Artur Ciba from Fotolia.comAny food that contains wheat, rye, barley, wheat and rye-based flour or muesli has gluten in it. Many people cannot eat gluten-based foods due to allergies or conditions like celiac...
Diseases Found in Cow Manure
Many diseases found in cow manure readily transfer to humans. Contaminated fecal matter enters bodies of water and water supply systems during floods. Many farmers and home gardeners fertilize food crops with cow manure. The pathogens in the manure transfer onto the fresh produce or wash...
Signs and Symptoms of Mold Intolerance
Mold allergies are also called mold intolerance. There are many types of mold that a person may be allergic to, including molds found in cheese, yogurt, yeast, and mold spores found in nature.
Wind Generator Components
Modern windmills operate on much older simple mechanical principals.windmill image by Bruce Allinson from Fotolia.comWind generators, or windmills, are a modern source of clean and renewable energy that utilize gears and the principle of the wheel and axle to produce electricity. Although...
What Are the Benefits of Friendly Bacteria?
Yogurt is an excellent source of healthful probiotic bacteria.yaourt image by danimages from Fotolia.comProbiotic is a word that has gained much attention over the past few years. New ads and commercials touting the benefits of supplementing your diet with healthy bacteria seem to...
What Is a Financing Gap Ratio?
In matters of business and finance, interest rates affect a wide range of issues. One important aspect of interest rates is the impact they have on budgeting and short-term financial stability. A business's gap ratio is a representation of the effects that interest rates have on its short-term finan