Air Monitoring | Comprehensive Personal Sampling
What we do
Validate Consulting is proud to offer Air Monitoring plans that are tailored specifically to your needs. The health and protection of your employees is our top priority. By comparing to the legal limits and guidance, we can mitigate the risk to your workforce.
Our comprehensive air monitoring services can ensure a practicable and professional solution. Measurement is conducted using personal sampling pumps by our expertly trained Occupational Hygiene Consultants.
Our services are tailored to each of our clients and their specific needs to ensure the health of workers and compliance with relevant regulations. Utilising our expertise and experience our consultants will measure the hazardous substance and assess the associated risks to employee health.
Why it matters
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) 2002 regulation 7 states that there is both a requirement to prevent exposure where possible, and control exposure by ensuring that levels are below Workplace Exposure Limits (WEL) as set out in the HSE document EH/40 2005.
Air Monitoring is necessary to accurately assess exposure to dusts, vapours, gases, fumes and mists. COSHH Reg 10 mandates that unless another means of prevention or control of exposure of the particulate and chemicals present in the workplace, monitoring is necessary and must be performed.
This is especially important in industries where exposure to hazardous substances is common, such as manufacturing, mining, and food processing. Some substances are particularly hazardous for health, due being a carcinogen, or causing occupational asthma.
For regular substances with a WEL, a recommended value at which Action should be taken to reduce exposure is 50% of the WEL. For the more dangerous substances, a recommended Action value is 10% of the WEL, as we as ensuring exposures are reduced as far as is reasonably practicable.
What do our reports cover
We will provide:
- A detailed executive summary of the work caried out.
- An explanation of the legal requirements and workplace exposure limits (WELs).
- Clear and comprehensive recordings of the assessment’s results including where and when they were taken.
- A conclusion with specific recommendations separated out for each area of the site so it is clear what action should be taken and relevant photos to highlight targeted improvements.
Why choose Validate Consulting for your Air Monitoring
- Trusted Through Word-of-Mouth
- Most of our business comes from client referrals, a true testament to the trust, reliability, and satisfaction we deliver.
- Tailored, Practical Solutions
- We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Every recommendation is tailored, realistic, and grounded in your specific operational needs.
- Expertise Without the Ego
- Our experienced consultants are highly qualified and technically sound, but we’re easy to work with, friendly, and down-to-earth.
- Fast Turnaround, Without Cutting Corners
- We deliver high-quality reports and results promptly, helping you make quick, informed decisions without delay.
- Clear Communication, No Jargon
- We explain risks and controls in plain language, so everyone from operators to directors understands what needs to be done and why.
- Independent and Unbiased Advice
- As an independent consultancy, we’re not tied to equipment sales or external agendas, just your best interests.
- Specialists in the Realities of Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
- We understand the challenges SMEs face and work within your budget, timeframes, and operational constraints.
- Building Long-Term Relationships, Not Just Jobs
- We aim to become your trusted long-term partner in health protection – not just a one-off service provider.
Whether you’re looking to meet legal obligations or proactively protect your workforce, we’re here to help.
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What Our Clients Say
“… provided solutions to improve our working environment for many of our employees … and onsite assessments in COSHH, Noise and LEV testing.”
Air Monitoring FAQ’s
How do you measure the substances in air?
How are people exposed?
- Inhalation – If inhaled, some substances can attack the nose, throat or lungs while others get into the body through the lungs and harm other parts of the body like the liver.
- Skin Contact – Substances can damage a person’s skin and enter the body via skin absorption. This can occur either via direct contact with the substance, splashing, airborne dust or by contact with contaminated surfaces.
- Other Exposure Routes – It is possible for people to transfer substances from their hands to their mouth if hands are not properly cleaned via eating, smoking, drinking etc. Vapours, gases and dusts may also have the potential to irritate the eye.