Wood Dust Exposure Monitoring & Testing
Why Choose Sysco Environmental Ltd for Your Wood Dust Exposure Analysis?
- Comprehensive Monitoring: We carry out detailed personal and environmental air sampling to identify exposure risks and assess workplace air quality across all wood-handling operations.
- Expert Compliance: Our services are fully aligned with COSHH and HSE guidelines, helping you meet all legal obligations in controlling hazardous wood dust exposure.
- Tailored Solutions: We customise our wood dust monitoring programmes to fit your specific activities—whether it’s furniture manufacturing, joinery, or wood waste processing.
- Your satisfaction is our aim: Our commitment to exceptional service is demonstrated through our client testimonials and long-term partnerships.
- Ensuring quality service: Download our Due Diligence Guide to learn how we maintain high standards in occupational hygiene testing and reporting.
Sysco Environmental Ltd is experienced in supporting woodworking businesses of all sizes. Our insight into wood dust generation and control allows us to deliver effective, targeted solutions that protect both workers and business interests.
Contact Tomas
0800 433 7914
Contact Barry
0800 433 7914
Our Wood Dust Monitoring Process
- Initial Consultation: We begin with a consultation to understand your operations, exposure sources, and existing control systems.
- Risk Assessment: We observe work processes and review your dust-producing activities to pinpoint high-risk areas.
-
Data Gathering:
- Personal exposure assessments using gravimetric sampling
- Evaluation of employee interactions with dust-producing tasks
- Review of air movement and LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) systems
- Control Evaluation: We assess engineering and organisational control measures and the use of respiratory protection (RPE).
- Reporting: Our detailed reports follow BOHS and HSE formats and present findings with clarity and precision.
- Action Plan: We provide clear recommendations for risk mitigation, control enhancements, and any necessary health surveillance actions.
The Importance of Wood Dust Occupational Monitoring
Wood dust is classified as a respiratory sensitiser and known carcinogen, and uncontrolled exposure can cause long-term and sometimes irreversible health effects. Exposure can occur at all stages—from cutting and sanding to processing and wood waste management.
Health Effects Include:
- Asthma and other allergic reactions
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Nasal cancers (especially from hardwood dust)
- Respiratory irritation and inflammation
Common Exposure Scenarios:
- Joinery workshops
- Furniture and bespoke wood manufacturing
- Wood waste processing
- Sawmills and timber operations
Monitoring wood dust is not just a legal requirement under COSHH—it’s essential to protecting your team’s health. Knowing where the highest exposures occur allows for informed decisions about dust control, ventilation, and the use of RPE.
What Do Our Wood Dust Monitoring Reports Cover?
To understand the depth of our assessments, request a sample report showcasing the professional rigour and clarity of our reporting process.
Our reports include:
- Full summary of workplace conditions and task analysis
- Quantitative results of airborne dust concentrations
- Comparison against Workplace Exposure Limits (WEL)
- Review of existing control measures and ventilation effectiveness
- Assessment of respiratory protection and health surveillance needs
- Photos and diagrams to support findings
- HSE-compliant documentation for regulatory evidence
Download an Example Report
Enter your name and email address below to receive a sample report demonstrating our reporting standards.
Client Success Stories
Our expertise in wood dust exposure assessment has helped clients reduce risk, improve ventilation systems, and maintain a safe working environment.
Each case illustrates our proactive approach to risk management and regulatory compliance.
Ready to Protect Your Workforce?
Contact Sysco Environmental Ltd today to speak with one of our occupational hygiene specialists about your wood dust exposure concerns. Together, we’ll create a safer, healthier work environment for your team.
Contact Us Today: Speak with our friendly experts about your wood dust testing.
