Self-Managed Air Quality Assessment for Woodworking Shops from LCS Laboratory Inc.

Protect Your Workers with our simple DIY Air Quality Testing for Wood Dust, Formaldehyde, Solvents, and Isocyanates. LCS Laboratory Inc., located in London, Ontario, Canada, offers a cost-effective remote air sampling service designed specifically for woodworking shops, cabinet makers, and furniture manufacturers. Our service allows you to assess airborne hazards without the high costs of hiring an industrial hygiene consultant. We provide everything you need: air sampling kits, laboratory analysis, online training, and expert guidance to help you evaluate exposure risks.

Woodworking operations expose workers to hazardous airborne contaminants that can lead to serious health risks and regulatory violations. By proactively testing air quality, you can protect employees, ensure compliance, and prevent costly workplace illnesses.

Hazards of Airborne Contaminants in Woodworking Shops

Wood Dust (Inhalable Dust) by MDHS 14/4
- Hardwood dust is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
- Softwood dust can cause chronic respiratory issues, asthma, and allergic reactions.
- Accumulation of fine dust increases fire and explosion risks.
Formaldehyde (Wood Glues & Varnishes) by OSHA 1007
- Found in plywood, MDF, and certain adhesives.
- A known carcinogen, even at low levels, it can cause eye, nose, and throat irritation, respiratory problems, and sensitization.
- Long-term exposure increases the risk of nasopharyngeal cancer and leukemia.
Industrial Solvents (Stains & Varnishes) by NIOSH method 1500 or similar
- Common solvents include toluene, xylene, and acetone, which can cause dizziness, headaches, nausea, and central nervous system damage.
- Long-term exposure may lead to liver and kidney damage.
Isocyanates (Polyurethane Varnishes) by OSHA 5002
- Strong respiratory irritants responsible for occupational asthma and severe allergic reactions.
- Prolonged exposure can cause permanent lung damage.

Why Choose LCS Laboratory?

LCS Laboratory is a professional Canadian Industrial Hygiene Laboratory offering a turnkey self-managed air testing solution tailored for woodworking shops. Here’s why our service stands out:

Save thousands of dollars – Avoid high consultant fees by managing air sampling yourself.
National service for Canadian clients – We ship across Canada.
Favourable pricing – Not affected by currency fluctuations.
Compliance-focused testing – Sampling methods aligned with Canadian regulations.
Comprehensive support – If requested, we provide air sampling equipment, training, and technical guidance.

How Our Service Works

Order an Air Sampling Kit – We ship the kit to your location.
Meet Our Air Sampling Specialist for an online training session via Zoom.
Follow Our Easy Instructions – Collect air samples using our detailed step-by-step guide.
Send Samples to Our Lab – Use the provided return shipping label.
Receive Your Lab Report – We analyse the samples and send a detailed report.
Expert Interpretation – Our team helps you understand the results and evaluate worker exposure.