Envirochem now offers a Fit2Fit accredited face fit testing service!

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An inadequate fit will significantly reduce the protection provided by the RPE and may lead to serious immediate and long-term health problems.


Quantitative face fit testing can be carried out both at our head office in Fareham or on site.


Qualitative face fit testing can also be undertaken if required.


Types of tight fitting masks that can be tested:
• Half Face Ori-Nasal Respirators
• Full Face Respirators
• P3 Disposable Half Masks


If there are any other types of masks you would like tested and you are unsure
please don’t hesitate to ask.


Notes for candidates:
• All operatives must be clean shaven
• All operatives must refrain from eating or drinking for 1 hour before their test
• All operatives must refrain from smoking for an hour before their test
• Testing should be carried out every 1-2 years
• Re-tests should be undertaken if operatives face shape changes (i.e due to major
dental work/weight loss etc.)


Face fit testing procedure (according to HSE INDG479):
• Operatives will don their mask
• Operatives will then be required to undergo various exercises
• There are 7 exercises taking 80 seconds each.
• Operatives need to pass each exercise consecutively to gain a pass


Please call 01329 287 777 or complete the form below if you would like further information or a free quotation:

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Leak Air Testing on the perimeter of negative pressure units to an asbestos enclosure.

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We were recently commissioned to carry out Leak Air Testing on the perimeter of negative pressure units to an asbestos enclosure, this is to  ensure that an elevated level of airborne fibres are extracted from the enclosure by the negative pressure units and there are no leaks.

Envirochem offer the full range of asbestos air monitoring services geared specifically to meet the requirements of your project, in accordance with HSG 248.

Our growing fleet of asbestos analysts are provided with fully equipped mobile laboratories allowing for on-site analysis of air samples and instant certification upon completion of analytical monitoring.

For more information call us on 01329 287 777 or fill out the form below:

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https://envirochem.co.uk/asbestos/asbestos-air-monitoring-and-fibre.html

Controlled Demolition at Fawley Power Station

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Last week our analysts supported Brown and mason in the controlled demolition of another building at the Fawley Power Station.

 

Envirochem’s expert analysts were on site carrying out perimeter monitoring during the demolition and then we will now be monitoring whilst the rubble is cleared to ensure all safety measures are met. 

 

For more information or to speak to us about our services please call on 01329 287 777 or fill out the form below;

 

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Asbestos Air Monitoring and Fibre Counting

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Our growing fleet of asbestos analysts are provided with fully equipped mobile laboratories allowing for on-site analysis of air samples and instant certification upon completion of analytical monitoring.

Whilst the majority of our workload is undertaken during normal working hours from Monday to Friday, our team of analysts are available for overnight and weekend work. We will always endeavour to assist at short notice with any local emergency situations which may arise.

Here is one of our team reading filters for our in house quality control system to ensure we provide the best possible service.

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Covid-19 Safety Measures – Open for Business As Usual.

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Here at Envirochem, we are taking all the necessary steps to ensure your safety as well as ours when samples are dropped off to us. We are wearing face coverings, regularly testing staff and hand sanitising to name a few. We remain open and operational for all our services.

 

For more information about our services please call on 01329 287 777 or fill out the form below;

 

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Regulate what you release into the atmosphere to reduce damaging the atmosphere and causing air pollution

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Regulating the release of chemicals into the atmosphere carefully is important so it does not cause any danger or destruction to the environment. Ensure you’re responsible and get testing done, for more information and advice: envirochem.co.uk/coshh/vocs.html #environment #AirPollution

 

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FREE initial quote upon request for all our services.

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We will provide a FREE initial quote upon request for all our services. For a UKAS accredited, professional and expert opinion – call us today.#abestos #watertesting #chemicaltesting #legionella #occupationhygiene #microbiology ow.ly/qaOQ50zdFAa

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What to do if you find asbestos in your house

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If the case is you are living in a house which was constructed before 1980, there is a high chance it will have asbestos in it. Unfortunately, asbestos fibres are so fine (700-1000 times finer than that of hair) they are not visible through naked eyes. Therefore the only way to identify them, or find out whether your house actually has asbestos, is to look for probable places asbestos was used and then consult a laboratory and licensed inspector to test it.

If you are suspicious of asbestos being present in your house and want to test for asbestos in your home, call a licensed asbestos inspector. Here at Envirochem will can come out to your property and take a sample of any suspicious material. They will also advise you to take precautions while it is done, such as removing furniture, etc. The sample is  then tested in our UKAS accredited laboratory for asbestos. On our website is also helpful links to where asbestos may be in a domestic house.

https://envirochem.co.uk/news/where-in-premises-can-asbestos-be-found.html

For more on our asbestos services please fill out the form below or call us on 01329 287 777

 

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Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

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The impacts of outdoor air pollution are well documented with less attention paid to the importance of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). IAQ refers to the quality of the air in and around buildings and is impacted by gases such as carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide as well as VOCs, particulates and microbial contaminants.

We can be exposed to these contaminants at both work and home with the main impacts to health to the heart and lungs. The overall impact is reliant on the concentrations and exposure to these contaminants.

We have the ability to monitor the levels of these contaminants through both passive and active systems to identify whether levels are within specified standards.

 

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New Shame for Southampton for breaching safe levels for fine particles in the air, known as PM2.5.

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The City of Southampton is among that of 40 locations around the UK that have been found to be breaching safety levels set by the World Heath Organisation (WHO). Southampton has recently been found again to have high levels of air pollution.

Public Health England have released figures for the percentage of adult deaths in the city attributed to the air pollution was 6.3% in 2011, the highest percentage for the South East.

However, Southampton is set to be only 1 of 5 cities in the UK to begin new low emissions zones in 2020, this will see some diesel vehicles charged to drive in the city centre.

The WHO have warned that poor air quality is a major cause of disease and death. One of the ways that the WHO assesses air quality is by looking at the levels of pollution know as particulate matter (PMs). It has been found that 11 urban areas across the UK have exceed the safe limit set for PM10 and 40 towns and cities have breached the limits set for PM2.5.

The risk of conditions such as Stroke, Heart Disease and asthma increases as air quality declines, in these areas that breached the safe limits,

For more on this story please follow the link to the Daily Echo 

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