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Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) Exposure Monitoring & Testing

Crystalline silica, found naturally in granite and many other minerals, is released during aggressive abrasion. Inhaling airborne mineral dust over time can lead to serious health issues such as pneumoconiosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and lung fibrosis known as silicosis.

Employees working with natural or man-made stone materials are at high risk of RCS exposure during activities like chipping, sanding, drilling, or cutting. RCS exposure is also common in other industries such as smelting, ceramics, and tile manufacturing.

Sysco Environmental Ltd is committed to safeguarding your workforce through meticulous RCS monitoring and risk management solutions.

Why choose Sysco Environmental for your respirable crystalline silica exposure analysis?

Comprehensive Monitoring: Identify, evaluate, and control risks from respirable crystalline silica through detailed air quality assessments and continuous monitoring.
Expert Compliance: Ensure your business meets EH40/2005 and COSHH regulations with our environmental compliance services, including thorough RSC assessments and surveys.
Tailored Solutions: Customised services to address each unique exposure scenario effectively.
Your satisfaction is our aim: Testimonials and reviews from our satisfied customers attest to our commitment to excellence.
Ensuring quality service: Download our Due Diligence Guide to learn how we maintain unparalleled service quality.

Sysco Environmental Ltd has extensive experience with crystalline silica, assisting manufacturing and construction companies in assessing and managing silica exposure risks. Our expertise ensures comprehensive solutions for safe and compliant operations.

Contact Paul

paul.howlett@sysco-env.co.uk

0800 433 7914

Contact Chantelle

c.morris@sysco-env.co.uk

0800 433 7914

Our Crystalline Silica Monitoring Process

Initial Consultation: Understand your specific needs and challenges to provide a comprehensive occupational audit focused on crystalline silica.
Risk Assessment: Conduct detailed process observation to identify areas where industrial hygiene compliance regarding silica exposure can be enhanced.
Data Gathering: Perform air sampling and exposure measurements for crystalline silica as part of our environmental safety monitoring.
Control Evaluation: Assess the effectiveness of existing control measures for silica and ensure their compliance with health and safety regulations.
Reporting: Deliver findings in a technical report compliant with BOHS and HSE industrial hygiene reporting standards.
Action Plan: Develop a comprehensive action plan to prioritise the most impactful and cost-effective improvements for a successful worker protection programme against silica exposure.

The Importance of Crystalline Silica (RSC) Occupational Monitoring

At Sysco Environmental Ltd, we offer specialised crystalline silica monitoring services to ensure compliance with Workplace Exposure Limits (WEL). This is crucial for verifying that engineered controls and personal protective equipment are functioning effectively.

Our expert air monitoring provides a scientifically robust foundation for identifying the most suitable solutions to crystalline silica contamination. All occupational exposure assessments are conducted using validated methods established by leading health and safety organisations, including the HSE, NIOSH, and OSHA.

Crystalline silica exposure poses significant health risks, making its management in the workplace extremely important. Silica dust exposure is receiving much attention from health and safety professionals, international health experts, and the authorities due to its severe health implications.

Silica exposure can affect the health of a wide variety of workers, including:

Construction workers
Foundry operatives
Glass manufacturing workers
Workers involved in stone cutting and masonry

Crystalline silica is particularly hazardous because its fine particles can be easily inhaled, leading to deep lung absorption and distribution throughout the respiratory system. Chronic exposure to respirable crystalline silica can cause severe health issues, including silicosis, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and kidney disease. In addition, high concentrations of silica dust exposure can result in respiratory irritation and damage to lung tissues.

Our comprehensive crystalline silica monitoring services ensure that workplaces are safe and compliant with health and safety regulations, protecting workers from the detrimental effects of silica exposure.

What Do Our Silica Monitoring Reports Cover?

To gain a comprehensive understanding of the extent and quality of our work, we invite you to download an example report. This report showcases the meticulous detail and thoroughness of our surveys, providing you with a clear insight into our professional approach and the high standards maintained by Sysco Environmental Ltd. See for yourself how our expertise can benefit your project. Download below to explore the quality of our assessments and the precision of our findings.

Our report covers:

Detailed summaries of the work carried out during the workplace survey, including observations on control measures and PPE.
Clear presentation of occupational hygiene audit results, with specific details on where and when they were taken.
Comparison of hazardous substances survey results to applicable work exposure limits, assessing health risks from inhalation.
Assessment of existing control measures like Local Exhaust Ventilation or General Ventilation, with suggestions for improvement.
Review of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) used in the working process, with recommendations for efficiency improvements. (Face Fit Testing can also be carried out by Sysco Environmental Ltd.)
Relevant photos highlighting targeted improvements.
Schematics for survey clarity.
Relevant HSE guidance specific to your operations.

Experience the precision and quality of our environmental assessments firsthand.

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Client Success Stories

We invite you to explore three detailed case studies showcasing our expertise and commitment to excellence. Each case study highlights a unique project where we successfully identified and mitigated silica exposure hazards, implemented effective control measures, and ensured compliance with HSE guidelines. Through these examples, you'll gain insight into our meticulous approach and the tangible benefits of our services. Review these case studies to see how Sysco Environmental Ltd can enhance safety.