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Electrical heating systems are being implemented by many Canadians, and people all over the world. People want to become more “green” and reduce their carbon
A Hazardous Material Survey can be your key to lifting a Stop Work Order or avoiding one in the first place.
Toronto and Area’s Asbestos, Indoor Air Quality and Mold Inspection Professionals
Certain substances are designated by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other legislation in the province of Ontario. The legislation will set limits for exposure to these substances that are known to be a health hazard and regulate their handling and disposal.
These include (but are not limited to):
Speak with a Designated Substance and Hazardous Materials Specialist. In Toronto, call 416.575.6111 for a free consultation.
The Ontario Ministry of Labour issues a Stop Work Order where there is a question around the safety of workers on site. This can occur:
Basically, the order means that work has to cease until the site is proven to be safe. A Hazardous Material Survey can be your key to lifting a Stop Work Order or avoiding one in the first place.
We will conduct the Hazardous Material Survey for each area in question and prepare a survey report that details the type, amount and condition of the materials.
We will also provide a list of recommendations as they relate to the regulatory requirements.
That means that before you go into a work site or area containing these materials, you’ll know exactly what is there and how you can deal with it effectively to ensure your safety and that of your workers. Much of our work deals with sites contaminated by lead and/or silica.
The Toronto area is home to many older buildings that can still carry old problems – like lead. Lead was used extensively in both construction and manufacturing in the past and is still present in many existing buildings, both commercial and residential. Disturbing lead-based paint, sheeting, plugs or mortar that contains lead can produce dust that can be ingested by humans if it’s inhaled or gets into food or drink or on your hands.
While they are completely different as far as their chemical content, lead presents many of the same kinds of issues as silica. Silica is typically found as sand or quartz dust and is used in many glass products, fiber optics for telecommunications, stoneware and porcelain, among others. In terms of a construction site, the hazard occurs when the material is disturbed or demolished, resulting in airborne dust.
While lead is outright toxic, silica dust can result in skin and eye irritation, respiratory issues and with long term exposure, can result in a permanent scarring of the lungs called silicosis. It’s been deemed a carcinogenic substance.
Speak with a Designated Substance and Hazardous Materials Specialist. Call us today for Designated Materials and Hazardous Material Survey Services. In Toronto, call 416.575.6111. Free consultation
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