Why choose dust control systems?
Large concentrations of dust are a big problem in the construction industry, and, depending on the size of the space and the duration of work, could be a dangerous contaminant when breathed in frequently, and potentially lead to illness amongst workers. Construction dust control solutions are an effective way to remove these particles from the air and ensure the safety of all on-site.
Prolonged exposure to dust on construction sites can pose a major health risk to workers. Industrial dust control solutions offer full monitoring and control capabilities to mitigate the spread of hazardous substances such as quartz dust, artificial mineral fibres, soot particles, metallurgic dust, hardwood dusts and asbestos fibres.
Fine dust build-up is a serious hazard for workers and a genuine workplace safety concern. The dust can occur as a result of sawing wood, using grinders and grit blasters, and many other everyday duties involved in building works. These tasks produce industrial dust made of microscopic materials and have a significant impact on air quality, leaving workers vulnerable to issues such as: greater risk of lung diseases, shortness of breath, asthma, silicosis, COPD and asbestosis.
While dust control measures will reduce the concentration of what is being inhaled, it is also important to identify what types of particles are present in the air. Different particles pose different risks, and further health and safety policies or dust management strategies may need to be put in place alongside your dust extraction system.
National and local authorities will have their own air quality guidelines that must be adhered to. Different bodies across the world will have rules that vary depending on what they deem to be an acceptable risk for dust control measures. For example, the UK is regulated by the HSE, whereas Germany is regulated by the BG BAU.
By introducing our powerful commercial dust control systems into your working environment, you gain peace of mind that your obligations are being met, that employees are being looked after and that the risk of illness is greatly reduced.