CONFERENCE 2026

From Safe Work Australia presenting on the latest Code of Practice:

Managing the risks of biological hazards at work

Although "sampling" and "testing" for indoor moulds (and other contaminants) is commonplace, virtually none of the "sampling" currently being performed in the "mould industry" is meaningful and virtually all of the sampling is being performed with disregard for standard, scientific, sampling theory and statistical understanding.

Gyms are high‑risk indoor environments with heavy breathing and poor ventilation awareness. This presentation outlines two case studies of the failures, consequences, and key insights IEQ professionals need to better understand the drivers behind poor IAQ in gym settings.

Methamphetamine sampling often lacks clear links to actual health risk. Investigation levels have evolved through confusion and miscommunication, much like a message distorted in a whisper chain.

This presentation unpacks how those misunderstandings emerged and why clarity in sampling guidance matters.

Water category decisions are often misjudged, with Category 1 assumed from source alone. This session explains why categorisation must be evidence‑based, showing how materials, time, contamination and documentation shape accurate determinations and defensible mitigation, reducing unsupported opinions and improving health‑protective responses.

Shifting from academic research to occupational hygiene consulting reveals a major shift in sampling practice. Academic data collection prioritises scientific aims, while consulting must balance time, cost and client expectations. Effective sampling becomes a judgement‑driven, adaptable process rather than a purely technical exercise.

Airborne contamination varies widely across built environments, making filtration design impossible without precise contaminant characterisation. This presentation shows how targeted analytical methods guide correct molecular filtration selection, improve IVF and industrial outcomes, and enable predictive filter management to reduce risk and lifecycle waste.

Talking about the Moisture Meter Language throughout the industry to get a consistency. Talking about standards and the difference between what insurance companies are receiving that they don't understand.