HAZARDOUS BIOLOGICAL AGENTS (HBA) ASSESSMENT & SAMPLING
Hazardous biological agents include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms that may pose a risk to employee health. Exposure may occur during cleaning activities, healthcare services, waste handling, food processing, or in shared indoor environments.
Biological risks are often invisible and require structured assessment to identify exposure pathways and control gaps.
WHY ARE BIOLOGICAL AGENTS A RISK?
Exposure to hazardous biological agents may result in respiratory infections and allergic reactions; skin and eye irritation; increased illness-related absenteeism; reduced employee confidence and morale; potential outbreaks affecting business continuity; effective hygiene and control measures are essential to limit biological exposure.
Employers are legally required to assess and control exposure to hazardous biological agents in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (85 of 1993); Regulations for Hazardous Biological Agents, 2021
Failure to assess biological risks may result in non-compliance and increased health risks.
OUR SOLUTION
Qualitas Occupational Consulting conducts hazardous biological agents risk assessments and microbiological swab sampling to evaluate workplace hygiene and exposure risks.
We assist clients in identifying high-risk areas, evaluating cleaning effectiveness, and implementing practical controls to reduce biological exposure.
- Biological risk assessment of work activities and environments; Identification of potential exposure routes; Microbiological swab sampling where required; Interpretation of results and hygiene performance; Practical recommendations to improve controls; Clients receive a professional report to support hygiene management and employee wellbeing.
WHAT THE SURVEY INCLUDES
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