Assess: Understanding exposure – The key to targeted action

A safe and healthy working environment is essential for every employee. Once your organization has identified which hazardous substances are present in the workplace, the next step is to assess the extent to which employees are exposed to them. That’s why risk assessment is a crucial step in safely managing hazardous substances.

World Asthma Day, a global awareness day for asthma and lung health, is a fitting moment to take a closer look at the second step in the Labour Inspectorate’s four-step plan: Assess.

Why a risk assessment is indispensable

An inventory shows which hazardous substances are present, but a risk assessment reveals the extent of employee exposure. In other words, what is the level of exposure in the workplace?

With Stoffenmanager®, you can carry out a risk assessment quickly and easily. By answering questions about the work situation, such as the type of activities, ventilation, workspace, and duration of exposure, you gain immediate insight into the risks.

Stoffenmanager® automatically calculates the exposure for each hazardous component and compares it to legal limit values. Is the exposure too high? Then the result is shown in red. This way, you can instantly see whether a situation is under control or if action is required.

How Stoffenmanager® supports companies

With Stoffenmanager®'s assessment module, you get:

• Immediate insight into exposure levels per substance for each activity
• Automatic calculations and comparisons with limit values
• Clear visual signals (red = not under control)
• A solid foundation for taking targeted measures

This insight not only helps you comply with regulations but also actively contributes to a healthier workplace, helping prevent illnesses such as asthma.

Together for clean air

Whether you work in a laboratory, production facility, or logistics center, air quality and exposure levels are critical to employee health. On a day like World Asthma Day, we’re especially reminded of the importance of having a clear picture of the risks.

Want to learn how your organization can improve risk assessments?

Contact us or schedule a free demo. Together, we’ll take the next step toward a safe and healthy working environment.