RISK ASSESSMENT

ASSESS THE PROBLEMS … PLAN THE SOLUTIONS

When it comes to ventilation system hygiene, the biggest problem many Building Managers face is the lack of information on the conditions within their system.

Armed with this information, a programme of preventative measures and remedial works can be put into place.  This both complies with the current legislation and contributes to the general welfare and comfort of the building occupants.

HML carry out various depths of risk Assessment, ranging from basic internal inspection with photographic evidence, to full microbial testing, particle counting and testing for harmful gasses.  A report is always produced detailing findings and recommendations.

A standard Risk Assessment would be undertaken generally out of normal working hours to minimise disruption.  Three selected systems would be inspected, from air inlet through the filtration, coils, supply fan and ductwork to the terminal devices.

The report produced would give a summary of findings, a description of the system, a detailed account of the current hygiene conditions as found, photographic and microbiological evidence plus practical recommendations.  Where possible an indication of remedial costs will be produced.

For clients with large portfolios, a staged programme of Assessment, Remedial Works and Monitoring can be devised to spread the cost over several years.