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Comparing conventional and real time devices (Australia)

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To ensure that measurements of exposure are conducted consistently, a series of processes have been established and adopted globally.  These processes often use technology developed 50 or more years ago.  The technology for measurements has evolved, and now there are new ways to measure exposure, in particular a variety of devices can take measurements in real time.

Since conventional measurements usually result in a single number which represents an average amount over the working day, being able to see exposures in real time will revolutionise these measurements, and therefore the protection of workers.

To ensure the new technology does what it is meant to do, and it is used consistently, research is needed to compare the conventional processes with new technology.  The basis of this project is the comparison of conventional techniques with new techniques.

This research aims to:

  • Investigate the difference between conventional and real time exposure measurements
  • Identify the limitations of real time devices
  • Determine the expectations of Government to report real time exposure data
  • Develop new exposure measurement strategies to make the most of real time exposure data
  • Investigate the use of low-cost real-time devices
  • Provide information to device manufacturers
  • Communicate the research to the exposure assessment community

This project is part of international research being led by the International Sampling Comparison Group.

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