Does real time monitoring replace sampling with personal sampling pumps?
Real time dust monitoring is a very useful tool in many situations, but will not replace personal sampling pumps in occupational hygiene monitoring. This is because the methods used in gravimetric sampling are prescribed by the Health and Safety Executive in document MDHS 14/3 and must be adhered to if an employee’s health is in question. However, real time monitoring is a useful tool in investigating the general concentrations of dust to see whether further sampling is needed. The high cost of equipment and analysis services for gravimetric sampling often makes the Microdust pro a cost effective survey tool.
