A variety of hazardous chemicals are used during construction and due to worker mobility, portable gas detectors are considered an essential part of their personal protective equipment in the field.
Typical applications:
- Excavation of land and support of buildings
- Surveillance of endangered and crowded spaces
- Excavation control
- Control of pipelines and sewage systems
Typical gases:
- Flammable: Methane
- Toxic: Carbon monoxide and Hydrogen sulfide
- Oxygen: Oxygen deficiency