Insights

Our team is made up of dedicated experts with extensive experience in stack emissions testing and occupational hygiene. Here, you’ll find insights from our professionals as they share their knowledge on workplace safety, environmental compliance, and the challenges shaping our industry. Explore articles written by those at the forefront of our work, providing firsthand perspectives and practical expertise on these critical topics.

LEV testing

Why bother with Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) testing?

27th September 2017

LEV testing protects workers from harmful airborne contaminants and ensures compliance. This article explains why regular testing is essential for a safe and healthy workplace.

Susan Lett
Susan Russell Occupational Hygiene Director
Emissions in air

Does your site operate to EN 14181?

10th May 2017

Is your site compliant with EN 14181? This article explains its importance for emissions monitoring and how to meet the standard for accurate environmental reporting.

John Healey
John Healey Managing Director
Close up of dusty gloves

Could exposure to silica dust be impacting your employees’ health?

19th April 2017

This article explores its dangers and how businesses can protect employees with proper safety measures.

Susan Lett
Susan Russell Occupational Hygiene Director
Construction boots and ear muffs

Noise Assessments: How Often Should A Noise Survey Be Carried Out?

6th April 2017

Understand when to review noise assessments, key risk factors, and how regular surveys ensure compliance, protect hearing, and maintain workplace safety under UK Noise Regulations.

Elliot Baker
Elliot Baker UK Occupational Hygiene Operations Manager (North)
Argon welding

Enforcement Expectations for Mild Steel Welding Fume Grow Higher

20th February 2017

Welding Fume Risks & Controls. Learn about HSE’s enforcement update on welding fume, health risks, legal duties, and required controls eg LEV and RPE to reduce workplace exposure and ensure compliance

Chris Smith
Chris Smith Occupational Hygiene Commercial Manager (South)
Welding process

Workplace Exposure Monitoring & COSHH Air Sampling

31st January 2017

Understand COSHH exposure monitoring, air sampling methods, legal limits, and employer duties to assess and control workplace risks under UK regulations.

Elliot Baker
Elliot Baker UK Occupational Hygiene Operations Manager (North)
Red ear muffs

Noise Exposure Limits: Everything You Need To Know

7th September 2016

Discover UK noise regulations, exposure limits, employer responsibilities, and control measures to protect workers’ hearing and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Susan Lett
Susan Russell Occupational Hygiene Director
Welding work

COSHH Testing: Ensuring Exposure Controls are Used and Maintained

4th August 2016

COSHH Testing: Learn about using and maintaining exposure controls, involving operators, supervision, and testing LEV and PPE to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Chris Smith
Chris Smith Occupational Hygiene Commercial Manager (South)
Spray cans

COSHH Assessments: How To Control Exposure

8th June 2016

COSHH Assessments: Understand how to control exposure through elimination, substitution, engineering controls, admin measures, and PPE to comply with COSHH regulations and protect workers.

Chris Smith
Chris Smith Occupational Hygiene Commercial Manager (South)
Noise reduction ear muffs

Noise Regulations: What Are Your Obligations?

22nd April 2016

Noise Regulations: Learn employer duties under UK noise regulations, including risk assessments, exposure limits, hearing protection, health surveillance, and compliance to prevent hearing loss.

Chris Smith
Chris Smith Occupational Hygiene Commercial Manager (South)
Welding steel

COSHH Precautions In The Workplace

10th February 2016

COSHH Precautions: Discover key considerations for COSHH risk assessments, including process evaluation, operator training, work environment, and practical exposure control measures.

Elliot Baker
Elliot Baker UK Occupational Hygiene Operations Manager (North)
Cotton buds

Removing Earwax And Tips For Clearing Blocked Ears

12th January 2016

Learn what earwax is, why it forms, and how to safely remove blockages. Discover when to seek medical advice and why workplace hearing tests are essential for health.

Susan Lett
Susan Russell Occupational Hygiene Director