Air Testing for Asbestos
Air Sampling and Laboratory AnalysisIs the air in your building contaminated with asbestos?
Sedexlab provides services for the sampling and analysis of asbestos fibers present in the air before, during and after asbestos remediation work. All analyzes are carried out in accordance with IRSST method 243.1.
Performed to evaluate personal exposure while working with asbestos.
OUR TURNAROUND TIMES
Appointment : 1-2 days notice
Results : Same day if sampled in AM
- During asbestos removal, renovations, demolition)
- Duration: about 20 minutes
- Once (1) per work shift
- To reduce the exposure of workers during the work
- The concentration must be <0.1 fiber/cm3
To confirm that no asbestos fibers are left in the air after remediation work.
OUR TURNAROUND TIMES
Appointment : 1-2 days notice
Results : 1-2 days after sampling
- After the work
- Duration: about 4 hours
- To demonstrate that the work was carried out correctly and in accordance with the Safety Code for the construction industry
- The concentration must be <0.01 fiber/cm3
Identifying asbestos fibers in your living environment or before remediation work
OUR TURNAROUND TIMES
Appointment : 1-2 days notice
Results : 1-2 days after sampling
- Before the work
- Duration: about 4 hours
- to identify any fibers in your living environment or before asbestos remediation work
- The concentration must be <0.01 fiber/cm3
WHAT YOU OBTAIN
A detailed expert report describing:- Confirmation of the presence or absence of asbestos in the ambient air
- Total fiber concentration
- Laboratory analysis reports
- Analyzes in accordance with IRSST method 243.1.
- Conclusions and recommendations arising from the results
- The professional will propose a solution approach in the event of a problematic case.
Our Work Process
The only way to confirm whether the air in your living environment contains asbestos is to have it sampled by a qualified technician and have it analyzed by a certified laboratory.
- Sedexlab will send a qualified technician on site to meticulously and safely sample the air in your living environment using a pump and a membrane filter intended to collect the fibers.
- The samples are entrusted to a certified independent laboratory accredited by the IRSST.
- The identification and concentration of the fibers are carried out by phase contrast optical microscopy according to IRSST method 243-1 of the IRSST.
Our Approach
- High priority on cleanliness, safety and courtesy at our clients premises
- Professionals always available to answer your questions
- Competitive fees and fast turnaround times
- Expert reports written in layperson’s terms
- Clear and well laid out conclusions and recommendations
- Impartiality, integrity and professionalism in all aspects of our work
FAQ
The test consists of sampling and analyzing the air in the living environment of a building to determine if the asbestos fibers concentration meets current standards. The air is sampled using a pump and a membrane filter to collect the fibers. The sample will then be analyzed in the laboratory to confirm the absence or presence of asbestos and to quantify the fibers present in your environmentThe fiber count must be less than 0.01 f / cm3 according to the regulations on occupational health and safety in Quebec. The testing is carried out by phase contrast optical microscopy according to IRSST 243-1 method.
The air test is generally requested in the context of the removal of materials containing asbestos. The test can be done before the start of the work to identify any fibers in your living environment, during the work to ensure the protection of workers and after remediation to ensure that the work has been done properly.
This 4 hour test is necessary following the removal of vermiculite material or any other asbestos-containing materials. The test checks whether the decontamination work has been carried out correctly.
The exposure test consists of measuring the concentration of asbestos fibers during asbestos removal work on high risk construction sites. The test should be done at least once per shift. This procedure is designed to keep worker exposure to a minimum depending on the type of asbestos and the type of respirators used.
No. Results are only valid for the moment the test was carried out.