Why is Air Monitoring Important? 

Asbestos fibers are microscopic and can become airborne during removal, posing severe health risks if inhaled. Exposure to airborne asbestos has been linked to serious illnesses, including asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma. To minimize these risks, regulatory agencies such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) mandate strict air monitoring protocols. These measures ensure that asbestos levels remain below permissible exposure limits (PEL) and that abatement projects are conducted safely and effectively.

Air monitoring plays a critical role in ensuring safety during and after asbestos abatement projects. At Integrity Environmental, we provide comprehensive air monitoring services that comply with both Colorado state and federal regulations. Our expertise helps protect workers, building occupants, and the surrounding environment from the dangers of airborne asbestos fibers.

Our Air Monitoring Process

At Integrity Environmental, we use air sampling techniques to assess asbestos levels throughout the abatement process. Our monitoring services include: 

• Final Clearance Testing – Conducted after abatement is complete, this testing confirms that airborne asbestos levels are within safe limits, allowing for re-occupancy of the space. 
• Personal Air Monitoring – Designed to protect workers, this monitoring ensures compliance with OSHA regulations by measuring asbestos exposure levels for individuals involved in the abatement process. 
• Negative Air Monitoring – Ensures that negative air pressure systems are functioning properly, preventing asbestos-contaminated air from escaping into adjacent areas.
• Spill Delineation: When asbestos containing materials are damaged, creating an asbestos spill, spill delineation services define the scope of the asbestos spill.

We primarily use Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM) for air sample analysis, which provides fast and reliable results. For more detailed analysis, we also offer Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) testing, as required by certain projects or regulatory standards. 

Trust Integrity Environmental for Your Air Monitoring Needs 

Ensuring compliance and safety during asbestos abatement is essential to protecting both human health and the environment. Our experienced team is committed to delivering precise, efficient, and fully compliant air monitoring services. Contact us today to discuss your project and learn how we can help ensure your asbestos abatement process is safe and successful.