Asbestos and Air Quality Testing in Calgary and Area
Indoor Air Quality Testing Services In Calgary and Area
Empire Health & Safety is a premier air quality testing company located in Calgary, Alberta. If you feel as though there may be issues with the air quality at work or at home, give us a call. We can determine if the air quality meets industry-accepted legislation and guidelines. If not, we provide conclusions and recommendations that will aid in ensuring your air quality is optimal, and free of contaminants. Avoid the potential of long-term health issues associated with poor air quality and give us a call today for a no-obligation quote for our testing services.
Our Process
During a typical indoor air quality assessment within a commercial space, we leave in place highly sensitive equipment that measure typical parameters associated with indoor air quality for a pre-determined amount of time. Then we analyze the data and compare the results to industry-accepted guidelines and legislation, and provide conclusions and recommendations based on what we find.
When we test the air for mold, we are able to determine what type of mold is in the air, and how much. Then we compare the results to industry-accepted criteria and provide conclusions and recommendations.
We perform air testing for asbestos fibres as per the NIOSH 7400 method. During asbestos removal projects, we monitor the work area, both inside and out, ensuring air quality meets legislative criteria. Upon completion of removal projects, we perform final air clearance monitoring to determine the work area meets air clearance criteria. Once this is successfully completed, we will issue Air Clearance Letters for the work area, a requirement for obtaining renovation/demolition permits.
DID YOU KNOW?
- Under the right conditions, mold growth can start to occur in as little as 24 hours after initial exposure to water from a flood or leak
- Mold can produce musty, stale, or earthy odours
- Mold exposure can cause serious health effects, including respiratory infections, increased mucous production, and itchy, watery eyes to name a few
- Many buildings still have asbestos-containing materials present, including schools, hospitals, commercial structures, and well as residential homes
- Asbestos fibres can cause serious ill-effects if inhaled
- Over 2000 Canadians die each year from asbestos-related illness
- Only trained professionals should perform asbestos and mold removal activities
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You can read more about the potential risks at the following websites:
• Government of Canada website • Asbestos.com • Alberta Asbestos Abatement Manual • Indoor Air Quality Info for Alberta Workers & Employers • Indoor Air Quality Guideline – Alberta Infrastructure
