Industrial Hygiene

Air Sampling and Exposure Assessment

OHP provides workplace air sampling and exposure assessments to identify and evaluate employee exposure to airborne contaminants, including dusts, fumes, vapours, gases, and other potentially hazardous substances.

• Assessment of potential occupational exposure to chemical and airborne hazards.
• Personal breathing-zone and area air sampling, as appropriate.
• Selection of appropriate sampling methods and analytical laboratories.
• Evaluation of results against applicable occupational exposure limits.
• Preparation of technical reports with recommendations for exposure control.

Our goal is to help employers understand workplace exposure risks and implement appropriate preventive measures.

Noise Evaluation and Hearing Conservation Programs

Excessive occupational noise can lead to permanent hearing loss and other adverse health effects. OHP provides workplace noise assessments and hearing conservation support to help employers identify noise hazards and protect employees' hearing.

• Workplace noise surveys and personal noise dosimetry.
• Identification of employees and work activities with potential hazardous noise exposure.
• Evaluation of noise exposure against applicable occupational requirements.
• Recommendations for engineering and administrative noise controls.
• Hearing protection selection and use guidance.
• Development, review, and improvement of hearing conservation programs.
• Support for employee education, training, and program documentation.

We help employers develop practical strategies to reduce noise exposure and maintain effective hearing conservation programs.

Respirator Fit Testing

Proper respirator fit is essential when respiratory protection is required to control workplace exposure to airborne hazards. OHP offers respirator fit testing and related support to help employers implement effective respiratory protection practices.

• Qualitative and quantitative respirator fit testing, as appropriate.
• Fit testing for compatible tight-fitting respirator models.
• Review of respirator selection and fit-testing requirements.
• Guidance on respirator use, limitations, and maintenance.
• Documentation of fit-testing results.
• Support for respiratory protection program implementation.

Fit testing is conducted using appropriate methods and equipment, subject to the respirator type and applicable requirements.

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Assessments

Indoor environmental conditions can affect employee comfort, health, and productivity. OHP provides indoor air quality assessments to investigate reported concerns and help organizations identify potential contributing factors.

• Assessment of temperature, relative humidity, ventilation, and carbon dioxide levels, as appropriate.
• Investigation of musty odours, dampness, moisture concerns, and reported indoor environmental complaints.
• Review of potential particulate, chemical, and other indoor air contaminants.
• Assessment of ventilation-related concerns and potential sources of indoor pollutants.
• Recommendations for corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Preparation of assessment reports and follow-up recommendations.

Each assessment is tailored to the reported concern, building conditions, and available information. Where necessary, targeted sampling or additional specialist investigation may be recommended.

Ergonomic Assessments

Workplace ergonomic assessments help identify risk factors associated with awkward postures, repetitive movements, forceful exertions, and poorly designed workstations or tasks.

OHP provides ergonomic assessments to help employers improve workplace design, reduce musculoskeletal injury risks, and support employee comfort and productivity.

• Office workstation and computer workstation assessments.
• Evaluation of work postures, repetitive tasks, and manual handling activities.
• Identification of ergonomic risk factors.
• Recommendations for workstation adjustments, equipment, and work practices.
• Guidance on ergonomic principles and employee education.
• Practical recommendations to support injury prevention.

Our approach focuses on identifying realistic improvements that can be implemented in the workplace.

Health and Safety Training

OHP provides workplace health and safety training to help employers and employees understand workplace hazards, applicable requirements, and effective preventive practices.

Training can be tailored to the needs of the organization, workplace activities, and employee responsibilities.

• Workplace hazard identification and risk assessment.
• WHMIS and hazardous products awareness.
• Workplace violence and harassment prevention.
• Accident and incident investigation.
• Respiratory protection and hearing conservation awareness.
• Indoor air quality and occupational hygiene awareness.
• Other occupational health and safety topics based on organizational needs.

Training options may include onsite sessions, scheduled courses, and customized educational programs, depending on the topic and service requirements.