Diesel Emissions Solutions
Within confined spaces the use of diesel engine equipment causes the production of toxic fumes and diesel particulate. The fumes can irreversibly poison those in this environment. Diesel particulate is classed as a carcinogenic.
In accordance with the requirements under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 as amended (COSHH), control measures must be in place to control the emissions and reduce the impact of any fumes and dust created.
We always work according to established protocols for dealing with diesel emissions, including the acknowledged hierarchy of control: Elimination, Substitution, Engineering Controls, Work Practices and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
We offer the following services individually or in combination to provide a complete package of management solutions.
Services
- Neat Exhaust Emissions Testing
- Ventilation Systems
- Site Controls
We implement a variety of physical and educational measures to reduce the impact of diesel fumes, and record these within an Operational Safety Plan (OSP) for use in client method statements.
- Site Management
Including:
- Ventilation
- Installing, maintaining and removing agreed equipment and site controls
- Provision of Tool Box Talks on diesel emissions
- Assisting in influencing and monitoring on-site behaviour
- Monitoring
Measurement of airborne dust and toxic fumes during the operation of diesel engined plant, as well as personal monitoring of staff for comparison with Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs). Accredited for aerosol dust monitoring (UKAS Accredited Testing Laboratory No. 1931).
- Risk Assessment
- Hire of Toxic Gas Monitors
Fitted with electrochemical cells specific to diesel fumes.
- Training
Awareness and on-site use of gas monitors