MANUFACTURING & MORE
Manufacturing and other areas involve unique processes and health hazards, we follow the same risk-based approach (DMAC)
D = Define potential hazards in the workplace
M = Measure the level of risk and worker exposure to hazards
A = Analyse data gathered during measurement against OELs
C = Control exposure using hierarchy of controls
What We Do
Work Processes & Tasks
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What materials are used?
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How are tasks performed?
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Are tasks manual, automated, or enclosed?
Potential Exposure Sources
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Dusts, fumes, vapors, mists
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Noise, vibration, heat, radiation
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Biological agents
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Ergonomic stressors
People at Risk
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Operators, maintenance staff, cleaners
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Frequency and duration of exposure
Controls in Place
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Engineering controls (ventilation, enclosures)
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Administrative controls (SOPs, job rotation)
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PPE use and condition
Potential Exposures
Volatile Organic Compounds
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Melted thermoplastics (ABS, nylon, polycarbonate)
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Resin curing (SLA, DLP)
Ozone
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UV curing systems
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Laser printers & photocopiers
Petrochemical
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Toluene, xylene, benzene
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Mercury
Isocyanates
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Polyurethane foam production
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Spray painting
Fiberglass / Glass Wool
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Hulls and decks (glass-reinforced plastic, GRP)
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Insulation (engine rooms, bulkheads)