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Construction

Construction sites change quickly, bringing changing risks to the people working on them. IOM provides independent monitoring, assessment and practical advice to manage exposure, strengthen compliance and keep projects moving safely.

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Risks and challenges in Construction

Construction work can expose people to silica dust, asbestos, fumes, noise, vibration and other workplace health hazards. Changing activities, contractors and site conditions can make these risks harder to control.

IOM assesses exposure, reviews existing controls and provides clear evidence on what is working and where improvements are needed.

Our practical recommendations support safer working, stronger compliance and informed decisions across projects and sites.

Control dust and airborne hazards

Assess exposure to silica, asbestos, fumes and other airborne hazards across changing work areas.

Protect a mobile workforce

Manage workplace health risks across contractors, trades, temporary activities and multiple sites.

Check controls are working

Use monitoring and assessment to understand whether controls are effective and where improvements are needed.

Resolve complex technical risks

Get independent scientific and technical advice when projects, incidents or claims need specialist expertise.

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