Occupational Air Quality Testing

Sampling and Testing Process

1. Preliminary Occupational Environmental Survey:
   The purpose of this survey is to understand workplace conditions and processes to conduct a reliable exposure assessment.
   The survey includes:
   • Examination of work frequency
   • Identification of hazardous substances and evaluation of potential health impacts
   • Assessment of exposure duration during a typical workday
   • Review of workstations and environmental conditions
   • Verification of engineering control measures
   • Review of personal protective equipment and its suitability
2. Occupational Environmental Monitoring:
   Based on the preliminary survey, comprehensive monitoring is conducted to quantitatively assess exposure to chemical and physical hazards. Monitoring enables:
   • Accurate evaluation of exposure intensity
   • Determining appropriate control measures
   • Formulating recommendations to minimize worker exposure
3. Advanced Analytical Testing:
   The laboratory is equipped with advanced analytical instruments that enable precise qualitative and quantitative analysis of contaminants in the workplace. All analyses follow approved international methods.
4. Comprehensive Client Report:
   A detailed report is prepared summarizing:
   • Survey findings
   • Monitoring and analytical results
   • Professional interpretation
   • Practical recommendations for improving workplace conditions

Methods and Types of Tests

• MDHS methods
• NIOSH methods
• OSHA methods
• Occupational chemical and particulate monitoring
• Personal and area sampling
• Laboratory quantitative and qualitative analyses

Occupational Air Quality Testing by Ecological Laboratories A.P. Ltd.

Occupational air quality testing is essential for protecting worker health and complying with regulatory requirements. Ecological Laboratories A.P. Ltd. provides full professional support – from preliminary surveys and monitoring to final reporting, using certified methods, advanced equipment, and a team of qualified experts.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the purpose of occupational air quality testing in the workplace?
  • The purpose is to assess worker exposure to chemical and physical contaminants, identify exceedances, ensure compliance with Ministry of Labor requirements, and protect employee health.
• Who is authorized to perform occupational air quality testing?
  • Testing is performed by certified occupational samplers and analyzed in an ISO 17025 accredited analytical laboratory using recognized methods such as MDHS, NIOSH, and OSHA.
• What does the preliminary occupational environmental survey include?
  • The survey evaluates working conditions, exposure frequency, hazardous substances, duration of exposure at workstations, engineering control measures, and the use of personal protective equipment in order to determine an accurate monitoring strategy.
• What is the difference between personal monitoring and area monitoring?
  • Personal monitoring measures the exposure of an individual worker throughout the workday, while area monitoring measures contaminant concentrations at workstations and within production areas.
• Which contaminants are assessed during occupational monitoring?
  • Chemical contaminants such as gases and solvent vapors, respirable particulates, organic compounds, and metals, as well as physical parameters including noise, temperature, and humidity, depending on the nature of the process.
• How is the sampling carried out in practice?
  • Sampling is conducted based on the preliminary survey using advanced, calibrated equipment, with full documentation of environmental conditions, exposure durations, and occupational activity characteristics.
• What does the final report include?
  • A comprehensive report that includes survey findings, measurement results, professional interpretation of health and regulatory implications, and practical recommendations to improve workplace conditions and reduce exposure.