Dr. Shruti Shah

A Breathalyzer can tell you whether alcohol is present in a person's breath within seconds. But what happens inside the device after someone blows into it? In India, understanding alcohol testing matters because road safety and workplace safety can depend on accurate screening. According to the Indian government, 4,201 people died in road accidents in 2022 in incidents recorded under the “drunken driving/consumption of alcohol & drug” traffic-violation category, highlighting the serious...

Key Highlights Measure stairs, turns, landings, and floors first, then confirm the chair fits the actual evacuation route. Powered chairs reduce operator effort but add battery and maintenance needs, while manual chairs are simpler but depend on trained operators. Staff must be trained on the specific chair and route, because experience with one model does not mean safe operation of another. Capacity varies by model such as the Evac D351 at up to 159 kg, so match it to expected occupants...

Key Highlights The 10 core first aid kit items are adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, medical adhesive tape, disposable gloves, scissors, tweezers, an elastic bandage, an instant cold pack, and a CPR face shield. Workplace first aid kits should match the risks of the setting, with offices needing basic wound-care supplies and factories, warehouses, or construction sites possibly needing burn, eye, bleeding-control, or trauma supplies. First aid kits must be maintained by...