In Calgary and Southern Alberta
Professional Monitoring, Metal Fume Testing & Ventilation Evaluation by Doctor IAQ Inc.
Welding fumes contain a complex mixture of metal particles and gases that can pose serious health risks when exposure is not properly controlled. Long‑term or high‑level exposure has been associated with lung disease, cancer, neurological effects, and reproductive health impacts. Doctor IAQ Inc. provides comprehensive welding fume assessments to help employers meet regulatory requirements, protect workers, and maintain safe, compliant workplaces.
We support fabrication shops, manufacturing facilities, maintenance operations, and field welding crews throughout Calgary and Southern Alberta.
Hazardous Metal Fumes We Assess
Welding, cutting, grinding, burning, and buffing can generate a range of toxic metal fumes, including:
- Hexavalent Chromium (Cr VI)
- Nickel
- Arsenic
- Manganese
- Lead
- Beryllium
These metals are regulated under Alberta OHS and require proper monitoring, engineering controls, and respiratory protection when exposure risks are present.
Welding Fume Exposure Monitoring
Doctor IAQ Inc. conducts personal exposure monitoring and area sampling to determine worker exposure levels during real‑world welding tasks. Our assessments help you:
- Identify overexposures to hazardous metal fumes
- Evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls
- Select appropriate respiratory protection
- Meet regulatory requirements and documentation needs
- Protect welders and nearby workers from airborne contaminants
All samples are analyzed by accredited laboratories, and results are interpreted by an experienced Industrial Hygiene Technologist with over 30 years of field experience.
Ventilation & Engineering Control Evaluation
Effective ventilation is one of the most important controls for reducing welding fume exposure. Doctor IAQ Inc. evaluates:
- Local exhaust ventilation (LEV) systems
- Dilution/general ventilation
- Airflow patterns and capture efficiency
- Work practices that influence fume generation
We provide clear, practical recommendations to improve ventilation performance and reduce exposure at the source.
Why Calgary Companies Choose Doctor IAQ Inc.
- 30+ years of industrial hygiene and exposure monitoring expertise
- Fast, clear reporting with actionable recommendations
- Independent, unbiased assessments (we do not sell equipment or PPE)
- Experience with fabrication shops, industrial facilities, and field welding operations
- Local knowledge of Alberta OHS requirements and industry expectations
Protect your welders and stay compliant – book your welding fume assessment today.