Industrial facilities must manage complex airborne particulate challenges that can impact both employee health and regulatory compliance. Airborne particulate testing is essential for identifying invisible hazards and implementing effective controls.
G2 Consultants provides comprehensive airborne particulate matter assessments using scientifically sound methods to deliver actionable insights and support long-term workplace safety.
Exposure Testing and Indoor Air Quality Investigation
Effective indoor air quality management requires more than visual inspections. Our indoor air quality investigations utilize state-of-the-art direct-reading instruments and validated sampling methods to quantify exposure levels and ensure your facility meets rigorous safety standards. We focus on data-driven results that lead to practical, cost-effective safety improvements.
PM2.5 and PM10 Particulate Matter Monitoring
We specialize in respirable and inhalable particulate monitoring. By evaluating both respirable (PM2.5) and inhalable (PM10) fractions, we provide a complete profile of the airborne particulate matter present in your facility.
Airborne Particulate Source Identification
Finding the “where” is as important as the “what.” Our team uses specialized equipment to track high concentrations back to their origin—whether it’s a specific manufacturing process, localized combustion, or a failing filtration system.
Employee Air Quality Complaint Investigation
When employees report respiratory irritation, dust accumulation, or odor complaints, rapid response is critical. We conduct targeted investigations to address specific problems, providing objective data to validate concerns and resolve issues transparently.
Facility Baseline Air Quality Monitoring
Establish a clean slate for your facility. Baseline monitoring allows you to understand your typical operating conditions, making it easier to identify future deviations and prove the effectiveness of new air handling, filtration, or process changes.
Workplace IAQ Assessment Services
Particulates are often just one piece of the puzzle. Our holistic approach to Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) ensures that dust, fibers, chemical vapors, and ventilation performance are evaluated together to create a truly healthy work environment.
Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Screening
Chemical off-gassing from solvents, cleaners, and manufacturing byproducts can create complex IAQ issues. We screen for a wide array of VOCs to ensure chemical exposures remain well below regulatory limits.
Temperature, Humidity and Ventilation Assessment
High humidity can lead to mold, while poor ventilation allows pollutants to stagnate. We evaluate your HVAC performance and environmental conditions to ensure proper air exchange and occupant comfort.
Carbon Dioxide and Carbon Monoxide Monitoring
We monitor CO₂ levels as a primary indicator of ventilation efficiency, and CO to ensure that combustion equipment or vehicles are not creating life-safety hazards within your enclosed spaces.
Integrated IAQ and Particulate Reporting
No more sifting through fragmented data. You receive a single, integrated report that correlates particulate findings with environmental factors and chemical screenings for a 360-degree view of your air quality.
Our Airborne Particulate Testing Process
G2 Consultants follows a rigorous, structured methodology to ensure your data is defensible, accurate, and useful for long-term facility management.
Facility Walkthrough and Exposure Assessment Planning
Our experts tour your site to identify high-risk areas, specific mechanical processes, and sensitive employee populations. This allows us to customize a testing plan that targets your specific concerns.
Real-Time Airborne Particulate Monitoring
Using direct-reading instruments, we observe particulate fluctuations in real-time. This is invaluable for identifying peak exposure moments during specific shifts or tasks that traditional sampling might miss.
Laboratory Sample Collection and Analysis
For definitive compliance data, we collect air samples on specialized media for analysis at AIHA-accredited laboratories. This provides the gold-standard evidence required for OSHA/regulatory compliance.
Assessment Reporting and Control Recommendations
Our reports include clear explanations of findings and prioritized recommendations for engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE, or process improvements.
Industries We Serve for Exposure Assessments and Consulting
Manufacturing: Including woodworking, metal fabrication, plastics, and composite materials
Warehousing and Logistics: Dust and diesel particulate management
Construction and Heavy Industry: Silica, concrete, and nuisance dust monitoring
Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences: Cleanroom particulate and powder handling assessments
Healthcare and Institutional: Infection control and indoor environmental quality
Airborne Particulate Compliance FAQs
Q: What are the signs of high airborne particulate levels?
Common indicators include visible dust haze, excessive buildup on surfaces, employee eye or throat irritation, frequent HVAC filter clogging, and respiratory complaints.
Q: Do you collect samples and perform lab analysis?
Yes. We combine real-time monitoring for immediate feedback with laboratory-grade air sampling for legally defensible, highly accurate results.
Q: What is the difference between PM2.5 and PM10 particulate matter?
PM10 includes particles up to 10 micrometers in diameter, while PM2.5 refers to fine particles 2.5 micrometers and smaller. PM2.5 particles are often considered more hazardous because they can penetrate deeper into the respiratory system (respirable).
Q: How do you identify the source of airborne particulate in a facility?
We use a combination of real-time area monitoring and strategic “point-of-source” testing, systematically moving instruments closer to potential sources such as machinery, material handling points, or ventilation outlets.
Q: When should a facility conduct baseline air quality monitoring?
Baseline monitoring is most valuable during normal production cycles, before implementing new processes or equipment, or following significant changes to HVAC systems, dust collection, or facility layout.