Elk Environmental Services

Wishing you a Happy Easter!

Spring is here and that means more environmental remediation and earthwork projects! AMR/UMR Tank removal, contaminated soil disposal, brownfield project remediation, and soft dig/potholing are just a few of the services we offer to keep your project running smoothly. We also have equipment, such as excavators, hydro-excavators, and a variety of roll-off containers, to transport and dispose of any hazardous and non-hazardous materials. To learn more, please visit https://www.elkenv.com/field-services.

When was the last time you reviewed your health and safety plan? It’s recommended to review your company’s health and safety plan annually, especially if there are changes to your personal protection equipment (i.e., face masks). At Elk, our health and safety experts can update your plan to reflect your current work conditions. Contact us today to learn how we can make your workplace safer!

April is right around the corner and so is our 24-Hour HAZWOPER Training! Elk’s 24-Hour HAZWOPER training helps students gain awareness of hazards associated with handling hazardous spills and understand who to contact in the event of a spill. Register today for our April 7th - 9th 24-Hour HAZWOPER Training!

Elk has added a Gapvax HV-56 to their fleet! This unit carries 1000 gallons of water, has the tank capacity for 15 cubic yards of debris, has a 5250 CFM blower, has a 400,000 BTU burner for heating water for excavating frozen ground, and has 4000 PSI water pump feeding the hand wand. It allows for safer hydro-excavating, soft digging and pot holing. Contact us today to learn more!

Check out our training courses at https://www.elkenv.com/health-and-safety-training

This is great news!

We have been awarded the Platinum Certificate of Appreciation for our donation of face masks to Reading Hospital/Tower Health in Reading, PA. We are truly honor...ed to receive this award. The need to protect nurses, doctors, and staff is of the utmost importance during this unchartered time. We are grateful we were able to lend a helping hand. While many things have changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the strength, generosity, and compassion of our communities has remained steadfast. Thank you Reading Hospital! The Empire Group is made up of Elk Environmental Services, Empire Services, Berks Transfer, Delaware Valley Contractors and Delaware Valley Utility Contractors. #empiregroup #readinghospital #stayhealthy

Do you know the best disinfectants to kill COVID-19 particles? Per the EPA, not all disinfectants are the same. You should choose ones that not only clean, but... also disinfect. You should choose cleaning products that have been EPA approved (and registered). It’s also best to follow the instructions on the label, such as how long to leave a product on a surface. The EPA recently published a list of the most effective disinfectants to use in your home, car and other spaces. Here are just a few: Clorox Multi Surface Cleaner + Bleach Lysol brand Heavy-Duty Cleaner Disinfectant Concentrate Purell Professional Surface Disinfectant Wipes Sani-Prime Germicidal Spray Clorox Disinfectant Wipes To see the list, please visit https://www.epa.gov//list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars #elkenvironmental #disinfectants #stayhealthy #epa #cdc

Just dropped off N95 face masks to PA Dialysis Center of Reading and Reading Dialysis Center! #padialysiscenterofreading #readingdialysiscenter #empiregroup #stayhealthy

In an effort to help our customers and friends remain updated on COVID-19 containment information, here's a great tip on sanitizing your shoes at the end of a work day. Carol Winner, a public health specialist, advises, "taking off your shoes before you enter the house any time you’ve gone outside to work or to a public place. This can help prevent the virus from being tracked inside. If you can leave them in your garage or in your entryway, that would be ideal, as you don...’t necessarily have to leave them outside, she said. The idea is to just not track them throughout the house. Dr. Georgine Nanos, a family practitioner specializing in epidemiology, states, As of today, we believe coronavirus can live on surfaces for up to 12 hours, potentially longer. She adds, And this definitely includes shoes. So, spray 'em and leave 'em at the door -- for now. For further information related to the topic, see: https://www.cnet.com//how-to-help-kill-coronavirus-in-you/ https://www.huffpost.com//coronavirus-on-shoes-brought-int

As part of our commitment in helping local communities to stay healthy, we offer disinfection COVID-19 services. Elk follows all CDC, OSHA, DOT and EPA recommendations in regards to the cleaning of all potential COVID-19 contaminated surfaces. Contact us today for more information. #elkenv #empiregroup #stayhealthy