EMF Assessments for Safe Working Environments
Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) are present throughout modern workplaces — from telecommunications infrastructure to everyday electrical equipment. While many EMF sources are intentional, controlled, and essential for industrial processes, others are unintended by‑products of high‑voltage or high‑current systems. These inadvertent EMF emissions can pose potential health risks, particularly for individuals with medical implants or heightened sensitivity to electromagnetic exposure.
Understanding, measuring, and managing EMF levels is essential for maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with the Control of Electromagnetic Fields at Work Regulations (CEMFAW).
Uncontrolled or excessive EMF exposure can lead to a range of health effects. These may include:
As workplaces become increasingly reliant on electrical and electronic systems, proactive EMF assessment is critical for protecting employees and meeting regulatory obligations.
Arthian provides comprehensive EMF measurement and risk assessment services for organisations across all sectors. Our specialists use industry‑recognised, calibrated equipment to identify, measure, and evaluate EMF emissions from in‑scope equipment at your site.
What Our Service Includes
Our assessments are designed to be practical, evidence‑based, and fully aligned with the exposure limit values and action levels defined in CEMFAW and supporting HSE guidance.
Certain individuals may be more vulnerable to electromagnetic interference. Our risk assessments place particular emphasis on safeguarding:
Active Implanted Medical Devices (AIMDs)
Examples include:
Passive Implanted Medical Devices (PIMDs)
Examples include:
Body‑Worn Medical Devices (BWMDs)
Examples include:
Pregnant Workers
We assess exposure against the specific limits and guidance applicable to pregnancy. Each group receives a dedicated risk evaluation based on measured EMF levels and the relevant exposure thresholds.
EMF can originate from a wide range of industrial, commercial, and manufacturing equipment. Common sources include (non‑exhaustive):
Understanding these sources helps organisations prioritise areas for assessment and control.
Our goal is to help you create a safe, compliant, and well‑managed working environment where EMF exposure is understood and controlled.
Whether you operate a manufacturing facility, engineering workshop, laboratory, or commercial site, EMF assessments are an essential part of modern workplace risk management. Arthian provides the expertise and clarity needed to ensure your organisation meets its legal duties while protecting employees who may be at increased risk.
