Bioaerosol Monitoring
Bioaerosols consist of micro-organisms (such as bacteria and fungi) and non-living components of organisms (e.g. pollens), that are airborne.
Certain human activities – including intensive farming and waste management (particularly for organic wastes) – can generate high bioaerosol levels.
Bioaerosols can be inhaled, and can have negative health effects. High levels have been linked to respiratory and gastro-intestinal illnesses, flu-like symptoms, and more.
Why monitor bioaerosols?
Due to the associated health impacts, monitoring bioaerosol levels can be important for maintaining Health & Safety (H&S) for site employees.
Additionally, if an organic waste treatment facility is within 250m of a sensitive receptor (a site where people live or work), monitoring of bioaerosols, to attain licences or comply with permits, is often needed.
How can we help?
Albion Environmental provide a comprehensive range of bioaerosol services. Our services are reliable and proficient; cost-effective and quick; and provide major H&S and compliance benefits to clients.
They include:
- Bioaerosol monitoring surveys (in line with M9 & AfOR standards)
- Workplace occupational exposure monitoring
- Monitoring to assist with planning & permit applications
- Investigating & advising on sampling methods
- Provision of data interpretation & high-quality reports, impact assessments, & research
- Guidance on mitigating bioaerosol emissions
- Providing H&S training & guidance on Respiratory Protective Equipment
Our Track Record
Albion have a proven track record of delivering courses to many local authorities and public and private sector organisations, many of whom have engaged with us further to develop and roll-out the delivery of their own in-house training for all levels of staff.
Environmental, Quality and Health & Safety Awareness
The awarding bodies that we carry out assessments and training for, are regulated by the Qualification Standards Authority (OFQUAL) and Sector Skills Council for their industry; compliance is essential. We are pleased to say that Albion have consistently received high praise from both SQA and CIWM (WAMITAB) Qualifications Centre at our annual verification visits.
