by Air Matters | Dec 3, 2016 | Occupational Hygiene Testing
Karangahake Gorge –day for the team Another great team day for Air Matters in the beautiful Karangahake Gorge biking along the Rail Trail. There are some good food options along the trail, the river has some acceptable swimming holes and jumping spots and there was...
by Air Matters | Nov 2, 2016 | Occupational Hygiene Testing
Kreepa and Carl successfully completed the W503 Noise – Measurement and its Effects course held in Auckland by the New Zealand Occupational Hygiene Society (NZOHS). The course provides appreciation of the nature of noise hazards in the workplace and the effects of...
by Air Matters | May 1, 2016 | Occupational Hygiene Testing
This year has seen Air Matters visiting numerous sites with dust issues. Dust seems so “ordinary” that we sometimes forget about the health effects it can have. But dust is not just a nuisance, it can seriously damage your health. Regularly breathing in dusts over a...
by Air Matters | Apr 30, 2016 | Occupational Hygiene Testing
We would like to welcome Carl Goodhue to the team in the Bay of Plenty. Carl has a strong background in environmental monitoring and assessments. He will be a great asset to the team. The office is now located at 17 Banks Ave, Mt Maunganui.
by Air Matters | Apr 30, 2016 | Occupational Hygiene Testing
Health and Safety at Work Regulations 2016 The new Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (Act) has now come into force. The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has a series of supporting Regulations that will provide specific directions across a range...
by Air Matters | Feb 24, 2016 | Environmental Consulting, Occupational Hygiene Testing
The Air Matters team got together in February to discuss our air quality strategy and occupational hygiene goals for 2016. We also indulged in a spot of caving in Mt Eden.
by Air Matters | Nov 20, 2015 | Occupational Hygiene Testing
Air Matters has recently purchased an ozone monitor. This is especially useful for measuring low levels of ozone in workplaces or in ambient air. The monitor reads in real time and data logs to help relate peaks to various activities. Ozone can have serious effects on...
by Air Matters | Nov 20, 2015 | Noise Testing, Occupational Hygiene Testing
Rob recently attended an occupational hygiene course in the United Kingdom that focused on the effects of heat stress on workers. Ways to manage and control heat stress was an important part of the course. If you have any queries about the effects of heat stress on...
by Air Matters | Jun 2, 2015 | Environmental Consulting, Noise Testing, Occupational Hygiene Testing
New Premises After 10 years operating out of our Khyber Pass site, the Air Matters Auckland office and lab has moved to bigger premises at 587B Mt Eden Road. It is an opportune time to stop and reflect on the last 10 years. Air Matters has grown, and there has also...
by Air Matters | May 7, 2015 | Environmental Consulting
Air Matters was part of a team that won a 2015 NZ Planning Institute award for the development of a new approach for a long term consent for the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
