Advising safe working environment

1. Assessment Exposure Dangerous Substances

Employees who work with chemicals every day are at risk of irreparable health damage. It is essential to have an understanding of the nature and extent of this exposure. A professional assessment determines whether employees come into contact with harmful substances through inhalation or skin contact, and whether this leads to health risks. This research is not only a legal obligation under the Working Conditions Act, but a crucial instrument to protect employee health and to contain health risks in a timely manner.

Radition

• Business visit: on site, the nature of exposure is analysed and it is determined which sampling methodology and analysis is most appropriate.
• Measuring exposure: measurements are taken according to the NEN-EN689 standard and compared with legal limit values.
• Reporting: a written report describes the research, results, conclusions and recommendations for next steps.

Finalization and Benefits
The study provides clarity: are limit values exceeded or not? On this basis, targeted measures can be taken. For employers, this means fewer health risks for employees, lower risk of work-related diseases and associated absenteeism, and ensuring legal compliance. For employees, it provides assurance that their workplace is safe and their health is protected.

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2. Assessment Exposure Noise

Description
Hearing damage from long-term exposure to high noise levels is irreversible and a serious health risk. Workers in noise-intensive environments are demonstrably at risk when noise levels exceed 80 dB (A). The legal assessment of noise exposure is based on the daily dose: the average noise level over a working day. This daily dose determines which preventive actions are necessary. A professional measurement provides certainty about the actual exposure and leads to targeted measures.

Radvance
Company visit: the daily dose is determined by one of two methods: a

• Dosimetry: employees wear a small measuring device on their shoulder during a working day, which is read at the end of the day
• Noise measurements: a work analysis is made per function, after which the noise level is measured per activity to estimate the daily dose

Reporting: a written report describes the study discusses the results, draws conclusions and gives recommendations.

Result: clarity on exceeding limit values and advice for follow-up measures.

Finalization and Benefits
This study gives employers objective information about the noise situation and what preventive measures are needed. For employees, this means protection against hearing damage and clarity about their exposure. Companies not only prevent health risks and absenteeism, but also comply with legal obligations and can indicate that they actively protect employees.

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3. Explosion Safety (ATEX) Study

Description
Companies where flammable substances are present in the form of gases, vapours, mists or dust are at risk of explosion. The risk of explosion occurs when these substances mix with air in the correct concentration and are ignited. Many companies cannot function without these substances. In that case, the conditions in which an explosive atmosphere can be created must be professionally controlled. This is not only a legal obligation under the Working Conditions Act and the Working Conditions Decree (based on the ATEX 153 directive), but essential for business continuity and employee safety.

Radvance

• Business visit: a safety expert assesses current explosion-proof situations and identifies risks
• Risk analysis: a closer analysis of the explosion hazard and the three forms in which it may occur (gas, haze and dust explosion hazard)
• Hazard zone classification: determination of zones where explosive atmospheres may arise
• Communicating measures: documentation of technical and organizational measures to control explosion hazards
• Explosion safety document (EVD): preparation of the mandatory document with all findings, zone classifications, measures and employee information

Frounding and Benefits
The explosion safety document is the concrete result and forms the basis for safe working with flammable substances. For employers, this provides full legal protection and compliance with legal obligations, while employees clearly know what risks are present and how they are managed. In addition, a good explosion safety policy prevents serious industrial accidents, production downtime and reputational damage.

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4. Indoor climate and indoor environment research

Description
Many employees, especially in office environments, complain about uncomfortable working conditions: too hot, too cold, poorly ventilated or a musty space climate. This affects not only comfort, but also productivity, health and absenteeism. Complaints can refer to individuals or larger groups. A professional study of indoor climate and indoor environment can take place both qualitatively (conversations, observation) and quantitatively (continuous measurements of CO₂, temperature, humidity).

Radvance

• Intake and preparation: determining which complaints occur and whether research should be qualitative, quantitative or both
• Qualitative research: conversations with employees and visual assessment of the workspace
• Quantitative study: measurements of carbon dioxide concentration, temperature and relative humidity over a longer period
• Reporting: analysis with conclusions and recommendations for improvement

Finalization and Benefits
The report gives employers insight into the causes of complaints and concrete areas for improvement. This leads to a more comfortable, healthier workplace with higher employee satisfaction. Employees benefit from better working conditions, fewer health complaints and increased concentration. For the organization, this means less absenteeism, better productivity and a more attractive employer image.