Air Quality Testing Where You Need It
Industrial Hygiene Air Monitoring & Testing
Businesses often do not know they have an air quality problem until it's too late, they have a claim and the regulators pay a visit. Workplace air quality is a regulated workplace condition across Canada. That’s why our indoor air quality testing and monitoring services go deeper. We work with you to go beyond testing and reporting; we help you create processes and controls that ensure air quality never becomes a problem.
We meet with you to listen to what you need
Our industrial hygiene consultants work directly with you and your team, assessing your workplace firsthand to identify concerns, compliance needs, and potential exposure risks.
We identify root causes and track where contaminants migrate
Pollutants can travel and accumulate in unexpected areas—our experts identify potential hazards and provide clear, effective control strategies to protect your workplace.
A workplace with a healthy atmosphere will improve your productivity and mitigate risks
A healthy work environment fosters employee well-being, satisfaction, and increased productivity.
We work with you to create solutions that will fit your workplace
A safety plan is only effective if it can be put into action—our consultants work with you to deliver indoor air quality solutions that are practical, measurable, and tailored to your Canadian workplace.
Our Air Testing and Monitoring Services
We test for all workplace and occupational atmospheric hazards of chemical, biological, and physical air pollutants, each of which can put the health of your workers and customers at risk.
Occupational vs. Indoor Air Quality Monitoring & Testing
Occupational testing involves monitoring workers for direct exposure to different contaminants such as asbestos, lead, and silica. Indoor air quality testing involves testing the quality of air inside a building or workspace, such as for a foul odour or pollen count. occupational air testing is a regulatory compliant procedure for workplaces such as welding shops, grain terminals, and other places where fumes or dust particulate is created.
CO & CO2 Testing
Commonly found in confined working spaces and areas with burning and combustion.
Volatile Organic Compound Testing
Cleaning chemicals and off-gassing from plastics, carpeting, and other furnishings impact health as they build up.
Mold Testing
Potentially toxic, mold is one of the most common airborne contaminants and something regulators are becoming more concerned about.
Dust & Particulate Testing
Breathing problems, skin irritation, allergic reactions — dust is often at the center of them all.
Relative Humidity Testing
High humidity leads to mold; low humidity causes skin irritation and respiratory illness.
Formaldehyde Testing
A known carcinogen and irritant, it’s still used in and released by many common materials.
Our Occupational Air Testing Services
We test for all workplace occupational atmospheric hazards of chemical, biological, and physical air pollutants, each of which can put your health and the health of your workers and customers at risk.
Volatile Organic Compounds & Other Industrial Chemicals
These may off gas from many manufacturing and other industrial processes and can have both long term and short term effects for workers. Examples include benzene, styrene, toluene, nitric acid, and some alcohols.
Hazardous Materials (Lead, Asbestos, Silica, Mold)
Often disturbed during construction, demolition and renovation projects. These can have serious long term impacts on worker health.
Welding Fumes & Gasses
Regulators are starting to consider all welding fumes to be carcinogens and are cracking down on worker exposure - make sure you’re compliant!
Asphalt, Tar, & Paving Fumes
These can commonly contain carcinogenic compounds and can be irritating to workers lungs and throats.
Isocyanates
Commonly released from many expanding insulation foams, sealants, and paints. These cause respiratory sensitization and permanent occupational asthma.
What else is in your air?
We test for other workplace occupational hazards like noise, temperature, and vibration.
Submit a Work RequestMultisector Testing Expertise
Many years of providing indoor air quality testing and monitoring services has helped us build a process that coaches businesses on evolving towards compliance and genuine safety instead of rushing them into one-size-fits-all plans.
We take the time to understand your business at every level—so health and safety solutions align seamlessly with your operational and commercial goals.
What our clients say
Audit & Assessment FAQ
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Are air quality tests worth it?
Absolutely. Worker health is always the first priority, which translates to added benefits like higher productivity and improved comfort. It’s a win-win for everyone. Air quality standards are also a legal requirement for all Worker Safety organization in Canada - ensure compliance before an officer comes knocking!
- Why can’t I just use a store-bought tester?
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How long does an air quality test take?
It varies from site to site. The length of time indoor air quality testing and monitoring depends on the size and configuration of the workspace and the number of potential air pollutant sources. Contact us to discuss your needs and get a more detailed estimation!
- How much does air quality testing cost?
Book air quality testing where you need it
Provide your employees and clients with the confidence that they are breathing safe, clean, comfortable, healthy air.
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OHS Global is an occupational health and safety provider that serves clients across Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Victoria, Kelowna, Toronto, New Brunswick, Halifax, and Yellowknife.