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Static Shocks in Offices: Static Discharges and Static Build up in Buildings |
| Static shocks are generated by particles or materials rubbing together and are worse in non-conductive materials such as plastic sheeting, nylon and other man-made materials. The symptoms experienced by office staff can cause discomfort to staff and a potential health hazard in buildings where flammable vapours are used. Static shocks can cause problems to sensitive electronic equipment, which can be damaged by a static shock. Staff can experience greater static discharges in summer when the air is dry and less conductive. In the workplace environment if humidity increases, the problems with static shocks are fewer as the air is damp and more conductive. Nylon carpets can cause static shocks as nylon has no cellular structure.  The solution A thorough inspection of infested premises is essential to find all sources of infestation before making any attempt at control. Correct identification of the infestation is the key to success. It is important to remember that adults of these insects do not feed on materials which may be attacked by the larvae. Clothes moths larvae prefer to feed in hidden, secluded and protected places. Larvae will usually be found in wool insulation in cavities and voids, dark clothes closets, on furs, woollens, hair padding, bits of wool carpeting, or other such materials in storage. A variety of monitoring traps are available to catch flying insects. Much can be done to prevent clothes moths problems by means of household cleanliness, including thorough and frequent cleaning of carpeting and upholstery with a vacuum cleaner, and brushing, airing, and dry cleaning of susceptible clothing or other articles. Removal of the infested reservoirs and treatment of the infested material is very important to control Clothes moths. Rarely, some targeted chemical treatments may be needed. Beware of someone recommending complete insecticide/pesticide treatment in a building, as this is unnecessary, does not address underlying causes, and does not kill all the hidden larvae. |
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