Environmental Breathing Air Testing (including sick building syndrome)
AQL can test and monitor the breathing air quality in most environments including the testing of breathing air quality in offices, computer rooms, factories, garages etc, as well as testing of outside ambient air. Tests can be performed according to customer’s individual specifications for whatever contaminants may be suspected to be present within the air. For particulates or chemicals, a full report with clear explanations will be provided and we will work with you to help prevent any recurrence.
Isocyanate Clearance Time Testing
We recommend measuring your spray booth clearance time every year, and recording and displaying the time at the entrance to the booth, so that painters and other staff do not enter without RPE until it is safe to do so. HSE recommends checking the clearance time as part of the booth’s thorough examination and test, which COSHH requires at least every 14 months.
AQL will perform the test and provide a certificate for display outside the booth.
Nitrogen Dioxide and Sulphur Dioxide
Air Quality Limited will supply the equipment and give clear instructions on how to check your work area. We will have the results analysed and report the laboratory findings and then work with you to correct any problems which may occur.
Legionnaires Disease
Legionnaires disease is contracted by inhaling water droplets containing the bacterium Legionella pneumophila which are suspended in the air. The bacteria may be found in many purpose built water systems such as cooling towers, evaporative condensers and any form of water storage tank (for example a whirlpool spa). Recent outbreaks have highlighted the potential severity of contracting this disease – a case in Kent in August 2009 proved fatal.
AQL will arrange for the testing of a sample of your water by a UKAS accredited laboratory with a report of their findings issued within 21 days of them receiving the sample.
Lung Function Testing
We recommend lung function tests every year for employees using isocyanate paints, so that early signs of occupational asthma are picked up. COSHH requires health surveillance for workers exposed to isocyanates, and the programme should be set by a competent occupational health professional.
AQL perform these tests on site and report the results to you whilst handling patient confidentiality. We advise on the types of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) for use in your field of work to ensure the best possible protection. We will also provide training in the use and maintenance of the Respiratory Protective Equipment to help ensure the good health of you or your employees.
Air Receiver Inspection
AQL will inspect your air receiver visually, using an endoscope to check the inside for corrosion or cracking, and with ultrasound to measure its remaining wall thickness. This supports, but does not replace, the examinations required by your written scheme of examination under the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000.
Personal and Respiratory Protective Equipment (PPE and RPE)
AQL can supply a large range of PPE and RPE which is available to buy via the Webshop or by phone order at competitive prices.
If you are unsure of the equipment you require or can’t find the item in the Webshop please call us 01634 832895 or email sales@airq.co.uk and we will do our best to help you.