Risk Control Consulting applies proven safety and health principles to effectively reduce, mitigate, or eliminate hazardous conditions in the workplace. Issues addressed include air and surface contamination;
excessive noise; poor ventilation; bloodborne pathogens; heat stress; electromagnetic fields; tripping, electrical, and equipment hazards; ergonomics; housekeeping; and general work and safety practices. Services consist of industrial hygiene surveys, health & safety training, risk assessments, customized safety plans and programs, ergonomic assessments, and legal support.
Industrial Hygiene—
- General industrial hygiene surveys
- Evaluations for chemical, physical, and biological hazards
- Indoor air quality investigations
- Noise monitoring
- Evaluation of personal protective equipment and work practices
- Analysis and development of environmental health & safety programs
- Consultations for sensitive occupational health issues and employee relations
Industrial hygiene field evaluations, monitoring, and sample collection are performed in accordance with protocols developed by NIOSH, OSHA, and other applicable regulatory agencies. All laboratory analyses are performed by labs accredited by the American Industrial Hygiene Association.
Health & Safety Training—
Training is provided on the following health & safety topics:
- Illness & injury prevention
- Respiratory protection
- Hearing protection
- Hazard communication
- Emergency response
- Laboratory safety
- Confined space
- Mine safety
- Personal protective equipment
- Aging in the workplace
- OSHA requirements
Safety Plans & Programs—
A wide range of customized programs and plans are offered, including:
- Health & Safety Plans
- Illness & Injury Prevention Programs
- Respiratory Protection Programs
- Hearing Protection Programs
- Hazard Communication Programs
- Emergency Response Programs
- Confined Space Plans
Ergonomics—
- Ergonomic surveys
- Computer workstation assessment
- Job task analyses
- Equipment evaluations and recommendations
- Tool design
- Material handling evaluations
- Ergonomic programs and plans
Miscellaneous—
- Legal services—including expert witness testimony, research, and other litigation support
- Presentations and seminars on various health & safety-related topics
- Informational products, such as fact sheets, training manuals, technical bulletins, and newsletters
