Hazardous Substances Hampshire

Hazardous Substances Assessment - Waterlooville

This project involved carrying out a Hazardous Substances Assessment at a busy manufacturing site in Waterlooville. The goal was simple: get a clear picture of what workers might be breathing in during normal day-to-day tasks, and check whether the workplace setup is doing enough to keep everyone safe. The assessment covered a variety of work areas, each with its own mix of tools, processes and potential sources of airborne contaminants.

Across the site, staff carry out everything from sanding and welding to painting, cutting, assembling and general fabrication — so the assessment needed to look at lots of different exposure scenarios. Monitoring took place under typical working conditions to capture a realistic snapshot of the environment. Alongside the sampling, the project also involved looking at how people worked: whether they used local extraction properly, how housekeeping was handled, and whether ventilation and protective equipment were being used as intended.

The reassuring headline? Exposure levels across all assessed groups came back well within safe limits. Nothing exceeded the recognised workplace thresholds, and many results were so low they were below measurable detection. That said, the assessment didn’t stop at “everything’s fine.” A couple of practical improvements were highlighted — things like repositioning extraction more consistently, avoiding dry sweeping where possible, and making sure everyone stays on top of good housekeeping habits.

Overall, the project helped confirm that the site is operating safely while also identifying small changes that could make an already well-controlled environment even better. By combining monitoring with on-site observations, the assessment gives the business a clear, user-friendly roadmap for maintaining healthy working conditions and staying compliant in the long run.