From fabrication to demolition, dust is present every day, and the respirable fraction is what reaches deep into the lungs. Exposure to inhalable and respirable dust can cause respiratory diseases, particularly when dust contains respirable crystalline silica (RCS) or other toxic constituents. Safe Work Australia reduced the workplace exposure standard for RCS to 0.05 mg/m³ in 2020.

What we do:

•              Our dust exposure monitoring service uses gravimetric sampling to quantify inhalable and respirable fractions. Following the methodology in our guide, we calibrate pumps, assemble IOM samplers and place them on workers’ collars. NATA-accredited laboratories analyse samples to determine concentrations of total dust and specific contaminants like silica.

•              Personal sampling for respirable and inhalable dust, task‑specific and full shift.

•              Source identification and practical controls

•              RPE programs for residual risk, with fit testing and maintenance per AS/NZS 1715

Why it matters:

Dust composition drives health risk; wood dust (sensitiser), metals, and silica all have different controls and standards. Our program links sampling results to workable controls and training so crews know how to keep exposures down every day.  

Deliverables:

Exposure results vs WES, diagrams highlighting high‑risk tasks, and a control roadmap that balances engineering, admin and PPE (SWA WES list).

CTA: Talk to us about a site visit and tailored plan for your operation.