Chemical Exposure Monitoring in Malaysia
Chemical Exposure Monitoring
Our chemical exposure monitoring services help businesses measure, evaluate, and document worker exposure to hazardous chemicals in compliance with DOSH and the requirements under the USECHH Regulations 2000.
We support manufacturers, industrial operators, laboratories, and facilities across Malaysia with reliable on-site sampling, accredited laboratory analysis, and expert interpretation to give you a clear and accurate picture of chemical exposure in your workplace.
Specialist:
DOSH Registered Hygiene Technician I
What Is Chemical Exposure Monitoring?
Chemical exposure monitoring is the systematic measurement of airborne contaminants or biological indicators in the workplace to determine whether workers are being exposed to hazardous chemicals at levels that could harm their health. It is a key component of any effective chemical health risk management programme.
Under the USECHH Regulations 2000, employers are required to conduct exposure monitoring where a CHRA has identified a need, or where there is reason to believe that exposure to chemicals hazardous to health may exceed or approach occupational exposure limits (OELs).
Chemical exposure monitoring generally falls into two categories:
Air Monitoring (Occupational Hygiene Monitoring)
Measurement of airborne chemical concentrations in the worker's breathing zone or general work area, including:
- Personal air sampling for inhalation exposure
- Area or static sampling for workplace contamination mapping
- Real-time direct reading measurements for immediate hazard identification
Biological Monitoring
Measurement of chemicals or their metabolites in biological samples such as blood or urine, providing a direct indicator of total body absorption regardless of exposure route. Common examples include:
- Blood lead levels for lead-exposed workers
- Urinary mercury for mercury-exposed workers
- Urinary mandelic acid for styrene-exposed workers
Our Chemical Exposure Monitoring Process
Pre-Assessment Review
We review your CHRA findings, chemical inventory, work processes, and shift patterns to design a monitoring strategy that accurately represents actual worker exposure conditions.
On-Site Sampling
Our occupational hygienists conduct personal and area air sampling using calibrated pumps and appropriate collection media, following recognized NIOSH or OSHA methods.
Laboratory Analysis
All samples are analyzed in our in-house laboratory accredited under Skim Akreditasi Makmal Malaysia (SAMM) and certified to MS ISO/IEC 17025.
Results Interpretation
Results are clearly interpreted in the context of your workplace and workforce. We prepare a comprehensive report detailing sampling strategy, analytical results, OEL comparisons, and risk-based recommendations.
Where exposures exceed or approach OELs, we provide clear recommendations for engineering controls, administrative measures, or PPE improvements, and can conduct follow-up monitoring to verify that corrective actions have been effective.
Why Choose Us
Our monitoring is conducted by qualified occupational hygienists registered with DOSH, ensuring your exposure monitoring programme meets legal requirements and produces results that are accepted by the relevant authorities.
Our in-house laboratory accredited under SAMM and certified to MS ISO/IEC 17025 gives us direct control over analytical quality and turnaround time. Your results are reliable, traceable, and delivered on schedule.
Timely reports with clear interpretation, delivered on schedule so your projects stay on track.
Our specialists include chemists, environmental scientists, EHS professionals and engineers with real-world industry experience.
We provide more than just data. We interpret findings to help improve safety, compliance and operational efficiency.
Our Offices Across Malaysia
Selangor (Headquarters)
No. 18 & 20, Jalan JED 4, Bandar Parklands, 41200 Klang, Selangor Darul Ehsan
Tel: +603-3325 9781/+603-3318 9214
Fax: +603-3325 9782
Johor
34-01, Jalan Molek 1/28, Taman Molek, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor
Tel: +607-213 2679
Fax: +607-213 2395
Penang
Penthouse 1-21-01, Suntech @ Penang Cybercity, Lintang Mayang Pasir 3, 11950 Bayan Baru, Penang
Tel: +604-619 2563
Request a Quote or Consultation
We provide thorough, reliable monitoring services and practical guidance to keep your workers safe and your business compliant. Contact us today to discuss your chemical exposure monitoring requirements or to arrange a site visit.
