PAST PROJECTS:
Assist with WorkSafe BC Compliance

 

PROJECT LOCATION:

Printing facility

HAZARDS:

Solvents, exhaust fumes, oil mist, noise, ethylene glycol, naphthalene and particulates

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY:

Conducted a walkthrough survey, reviewed MSDS, observed and interviewed workers, examined work procedures, conducted area, occupational and spot monitoring.

OUTCOME:

High noise levels, periodic high levels of carbon monoxide (CO) from forklifts; no elevated levels of solvents in air detected but a potential for dermal exposure.