Industrial
Hygiene Services
Certifications
Protecting Health and Safety at Work and Beyond
Industrial Hygiene is the science dedicated to protecting and enhancing the health and safety of people in their workplaces and communities. This field addresses a wide range of hazards, including chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic stressors. Professionals in this field, known as Industrial Hygienists, are committed to the well-being of individuals at work, home, and within the community.
Industrial Hygienists focus on anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and controlling environmental factors that may affect health and safety. Criterion’s Industrial Hygienists are members of The American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) and The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA), which establishes certification programs and minimum levels of expertise to perform in the field of Industrial Hygiene.
Our Approach to Workplace Exposure Assessment
Criterion Labs’ Industrial Hygienists are skilled in implementing comprehensive Workplace Exposure Assessment Programs. These programs are designed to evaluate potential personal exposures to hazardous substances through various activities, including job routine observations, workplace control measure evaluations, and environmental sampling. Depending on the nature of the chemical hazard, the frequency of chemical use, and handling practices, our Environment, Health, and Safety (EH&S) team performs several types of sampling.
Typical Industrial Hygiene Exposure Monitoring Includes:
- Asbestos
- Formaldehyde
- Airborne dust (total, respirable, inhalable, thoracic, PM10, and PM2.5)
- Solvent-based materials
- Chemical carcinogens or extremely toxic substances
- Metals including lead, arsenic, mercury, beryllium, and chromium (Cr3, Cr6)
Customized Solutions for Health and Safety
At Criterion Labs, we prioritize listening to our clients’ concerns, informing them about regulatory requirements, and leveraging our extensive experience to develop tailored service plans. Our process involves reviewing historical worker exposure monitoring records, conducting facility walk-throughs to observe current work practices, and developing exposure monitoring strategies such as chemical air sampling or noise monitoring. We also collaborate with clients to devise effective and practical exposure control strategies, including worker training. Our findings are reported comprehensively and understandably, and we support our clients in resolving regulatory or litigation issues.
Our Services Include:
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), and Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) Services: Expertise in health and safety protocols.
- Worker Exposure Monitoring: Assessment of chemical air contaminants, indoor air quality (IAQ), noise, heat, and radiation.
- Exposure Control Strategies: Development of measures to control worker exposure.
- Ventilation Evaluation: Assessment of ventilation systems for effectiveness in contaminant control.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Evaluation: Including respirators, with training and qualitative fit testing (QLFT).
- Industrial Hygiene Program Audits: Comprehensive reviews of existing hygiene programs.
- Hazardous Materials Management: Safe handling and disposal of hazardous substances.
- Regulatory Compliance: Guidance on OSHA, MSHA, EPA regulations.
- Workers’ Compensation Issues: Assistance with claims and compliance.
- Litigation Support – Expert Witness: Available to existing clients for expert testimony in legal matters.
Contact Us
For more information on how Criterion Labs can help you maintain a safe and healthy work environment, contact us today. Our team of dedicated professionals is here to provide the expertise and support you need to address all your industrial hygiene concerns.
