Monitoring weather conditions and dust levels at construction sites is essential for ensuring
worker safety, minimising environmental impact, and maintaining compliance with regulations.
Upwind and downwind monitoring is particularly important for managing dust emissions, as it helps identify if the pollution is being generated on-site or blowing into site and can also help reducing the number of monitors required on site.
Upwind and Downwind Monitoring:
Upwind Monitoring: Captures baseline dust levels before they reach the site, indicating the quality of incoming air.
Downwind Monitoring: Measures dust levels after the air has passed through the site to assess the impact of construction activities.
The additional benefit of the local weather monitoring is to ensure safety of works when working at height. High winds can make working at height hazardous, affecting the stability of scaffolding, cranes, and other equipment, as well as increasing the risk of workers falling or being struck by flying debris.
Here are important considerations and guidelines for managing wind conditions at construction sites:
Wind-Related Hazards
Stability of Structures:
High winds can destabilise scaffolding, cranes, and temporary structures, leading to collapse or tipping.
Worker Safety:
Wind can make it difficult for workers to maintain balance, increasing the risk of falls.
Wind-borne debris can strike workers, causing injuries.
Equipment Operation:
Operating cranes and lifts in high winds can be dangerous due to the potential for swinging loads and reduced control.
Features of Our Solutions
- Real-time data accessible through our Cloud portal
- Integration with real-time data from our Noise, Vibration, and Dust range on the Cloud
- Instant alerts
- Flexible power options
Weather stations are robust monitoring solutions that can work as a stand alone solution or as part of Campbell Associates Environmental Monitoring range.
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