Case Studies
The Hazards of Nitrous Oxide Use During Dental Procedures
Forensic Analytical Consulting Services, Inc. (FACS) was retained to perform an occupational exposure assessment for waste anesthetic gas in both the Oral Surgery and Pediatric Dentistry departments. The assessments were conducted during normal work shifts at times when nitrous oxide was administered during both juvenile and adult dental procedures.
Uncovering Hidden Damage: How FACS Revealed Widespread Mold Beyond a Leaking Roof
Water damage to ceiling tiles was noted at a multi-story hotel complex in Southern California. The owners contracted with two engineering firms to discover the source of the problem. Roofing material defects were suspected.
Indoor Environmental Quality Assessments for a Nationwide Health Insurer
FACS partners with a leading national health insurer to deliver proactive Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) assessments across more than 40 facilities in multiple states. These assessments ensure safe, healthy, and compliant indoor environments for employees and visitors year-round
Meeting USP General Chapter 800 Standards for Hazardous Drugs
Forensic Analytical Consulting Services, Inc. (FACS) was asked to evaluate a company’s compliance with the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) General Chapter 800 standards for hazardous drug (HD) handling. Numerous critical issues were identified to assist the client in achieving compliance.
Occupational Exposure Issues in a College Human Anatomy Laboratory
Forensic Analytical Consulting Services, Inc. performed industrial hygiene sampling at a California college. The work focused on evaluating inhalation exposures to chemicals during anatomy instructional courses involving work with human cadavers. The purpose of the investigation was to evaluate lab instructor exposures to chemicals found in tissue preservation solutions (e.g., formaldehyde, phenol, glutaraldehyde) relative to occupational exposure limits, provide recommendations for controls, and provide documentation for the college’s adherence to health and safety guidelines and regulations.
Fungal Infection Outbreak at a Medical Center
Forensic Analytical Consulting Services, Inc. (FACS) was retained by a university medical center to evaluate indoor environmental quality with respect to Rhizopus fungal spores in the air and on surfaces in their bone marrow therapy department. While no single source of the reported outbreak was identified, FACS did uncover conditions and issues that have the potential to negatively impact environmental quality at the facility.