Indoor Air Quality Monitoring
✓ Bureau Veritas will determine the risk factors involved in any workplace, school, office, or other building environment with thorough indoor air quality testing. We develop a comprehensive management programme of air quality monitoring and auditing.
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With most employees spending 90% of their time in the workplace indoors, it is essential to provide exceptional air quality.
Organisations are becoming increasingly aware of the need to respond to the challenges of ensuring their environments and workplaces are safe and healthy, and that they meet all statutory requirements.
Indoor Air Quality Testing That Meets Statutory Requirements
With over 30 years of experience, Bureau Veritas provides the knowledge, resources, and expertise to support you with your indoor air quality & monitoring goals. By working with us, you will achieve legal compliance with the Health and Safety at Work (HASAW) and COSHH regulations, as well as satisfying the Approved Code of Practice L8 and associated British Standards.
Bureau Veritas will determine the risk factors involved and provide recommendations to minimise those risks. We’ll also develop a comprehensive management programme of control, monitoring and auditing to ensure continuous compliance. Where required, we offer Air Quality Monitoring Services to comply with local & national air quality regulations.
Indoor Air Quality & Air Pollution

Indoor air quality refers to the quality of the air at the workplace, in offices, schools or other building environments.
There are a number of factors to consider when determining the quality of indoor air.
Typical air pollution issues include:
- Combustion by-products such as carbon monoxide, unvented kerosene and gas space heaters, particulate matter, and environmental tobacco smoke.
- Substances of natural origin, such as radon and pet dander.
- Biological agents such as mould and bacteria.
- Pesticides, lead, and asbestos.
- Ozone (from some air cleaners).
- Various volatile organic compounds from a variety of products and materials.
Common causes of poor indoor air quality in buildings:
- Inadequate ventilation rates
- HVAC system contamination
- Off-gassing from building materials
- Occupancy density
- Poor filtration and maintenance
Most air pollution that affects the indoor air quality comes from sources inside buildings.
Indoor Air Quality Issues & Effects on Human Health
There are several issues associated with poor indoor air quality that affect the health, safety and performance of your employees. These health effects are most commonly associated with indoor air pollution:
- Irritation and itchiness of the eyes or throat
- Blocked or runny nose
- Dry, itchy, and irritated skin
- Rashes
- Headaches and dizziness
- Fatigue and difficulty concentrating
- Coughing, wheezing or chest pain
- Respiratory diseases, heart disease, and cancer
Indoor Air Quality Services
Here at Bureau Veritas, we specialise in indoor air quality testing & monitoring services. We aim to ensure businesses are creating and maintaining a safe and healthy environment that is legally compliant. We help businesses across the UK with the following key services:
- Air Quality Assessments for planning applications and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs)
- Habitat Regulation Assessments (HRAs) and Health Impact Assessments (HIAs)
- Odour and lighting assessments for industrial and commercial operations
- Construction and demolition monitoring services and management plans
- Support and engagement with regulators throughout the approval process
While indoor air quality is a critical pillar of workplace health and safety, it often forms part of a wider environmental compliance strategy. Our specialists can advise when complementary services, such as water quality testing, may be required as part of a broader risk management approach to ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work (HASAW) and COSHH regulations. We recommend integrating water quality testing alongside IAQ assessments to support overall building compliance and occupant well-being
Benefits of Indoor Quality Testing With Bureau Veritas
As a globally recognised provider of testing, inspection and certification services, Bureau Veritas delivers independent expertise and consistent assurance across every engagement. Here are some reasons our clients choose us:
- Independent, impartial advice on reporting
- Compliance with relevant regulations at all times
- Reduce litigation risk and avoid costly legal proceedings
- Optimise investment in compliance-related issues
- Share best practices within your company
- Improve corporate image
Experts in Indoor Air Quality Testing, Services, Inspections & Solutions
Our innovative and cost-effective Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) capabilities span all aspects of testing, inspection and certification, together with a wide range of training, consultancy and specialist services.
We’re proud to have been awarded two gold awards for four years running in the RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards. We combine the best people with innovative processes and market-leading systems to deliver tailored solutions for businesses like yours.