Zimmetry Environmental

15/04/2026

https://chicago.suntimes.com/the-watchdogs/2026/04/14/chicago-flooding-mold-health-climate-weather-rain-planning-soaked

Some 70,000 homes flooded in 2023, leaving mold in many West Side homes, including in Dorothy Rosenthal’s basement. The Chicago health department offers no help to flood victims like her.

14/04/2026

https://www.ehstoday.com/safety/news/55370323/injury-trends-for-past-5-years

A new report from Travelers found that injuries during a worker’s first year on the job rose from 34% to 36%, resulting in more than 5 million missed workdays.

14/04/2026

EHS Newsletter - April 2026
Hidden Nitrogen in Drinking Water, Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Hazards + More
https://conta.cc/4vpPeGc

13/04/2026

Ensure your water is safe 💧

Drinking water testing helps detect harmful contaminants like Legionella, E. coli, lead, and copper that can affect your health.

Exposure can happen through drinking, cooking, or even inhaling contaminated water droplets. These risks may lead to infections, stomach issues, and long-term health problems.
Following guidelines from the EPA and local authorities helps protect you and your environment.

Stay informed. Stay safe.

13/04/2026

Hidden Nitrogen in Drinking Water: What Puerto Rico Residents Should Know About Nitrate and Nitrite https://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=353225

12/04/2026

New Video Raises Awareness of Heat Risks for Outdoor Workers Ahead of Heat Safety Week https://youtu.be/5c_h_ietk0Q

11/04/2026

https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/osha-national-news-release/20260410

The .gov means it’s official. Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.

10/04/2026

https://www.earth.com/news/fungus-and-bacterium-can-join-forces-and-cause-much-more-aggressive-infection/

Scientists have discovered that a common fungus and a common bacterium can combine to cause much worse injuries to living tissue.

10/04/2026

https://baltimorebrew.com/2026/04/09/tv-tower-owners-and-contractor-to-pay-2m-after-raining-lead-paint-flakes-on-neighborhood/

Settlement reveals owners knew the North Baltimore landmark contained lead-based paint, but then hired an unaccredited company to repaint it.

09/04/2026

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/lead-contamination-plates-ceramics_l_69d01370e4b05537a7f135b4

Here’s what to do if you think a kitchen tool or serving item may contain lead.

08/04/2026

https://www.facilitiesdive.com/news/air-quality-more-important-than-high-end-amenities-worker-survey/816834/

Employees say indoor air quality is a reflection of management priorities and want to see signs that it’s being managed on their behalf, GPS Air says.

08/04/2026

https://ohsonline.com/articles/2026/04/08/young-workers-facing-high-asbestos-exposure-risks.aspx

New data reveals a lack of safety awareness and low employer trust among employees entering the trades.