Supporting Dockyards across the UK with Hazard Control Dockyards are fast paced, demanding environments where tight deadlines must be met whenever ships are scheduled to come in. RVT Group appreciates the pressure teams are under and provide effective hire solutions that support you increasing productivity and reducing downtime. Talk to an Expert How can we help? Keeping Productivity High and Risk Low, Every Time Keeping downtime to a minimum is essential to ensuring deadlines are met, and the dockyard runs smoothly. RVT Group appreciates that any loss of time can be costly, so we provide solutions that decrease downtime in three key ways: Our equipment uses pulse jet cleaning technology, so no maintenance downtime required for cleaning or replacing filters. If airborne hazards are not effectively controlled, they can accumulate, leading to reduced visibility and increased health risks from inhalation. Our hire equipment extracts dust and fumes directly at the source, preventing the build-up of hazardous particles. This helps maintain clear working conditions ensuring a safe & comfortable working environment is maintained. Our engineers will install the equipment and train your team how to use it, however, in the unlikely event equipment fails, we can have our engineers out within 24 hours, fixing the problem and getting you back online. Our hire solutions support within all the areas of hazard control, including: Fume & Vapour RVT Group provide effective fume control solutions for: Hot work fumes from activities such as TIG or MIG Welding, grinding or cutting. Paint vapour control during painting or coating. Dust Control We offer a range of industrial dust control solutions, including dust extraction, Local Exhaust Extraction (LEV) systems, dust enclosures, and abrasive blasting extraction. Ventilation When working in confined or enclosed spaces, poor air quality can put the health of your workers at significant risk. We offer powerful Ventilation solutions to combat this. Water Treatment Managing water quality on any dock, including removing solids, chemical dosing and treatment tanks for pH correction and flocculation, and much more. Climate Control We provide a variety of solutions for drying out and heating suitable for use on a dockyard. Companies will often use our hire equipment for activities such as coating or painting that require specific thermal conditions and humidity levels to ensure adhesions and quality assurance. Speak with a Hazard Control Specialist Ship & Marine Providing Solutions to Your Challenges During Ship Building and Maintenance RVT Group has been supporting naval and commercial dockyards across the UK for several years, including HMNB Devonport and Portsmouth, Cammell Laird Shipyard, Harland & Wolff Belfast, A&P Tyne Shipyard, and A&P Falmouth. We can provide solutions at every stage of a ship’s life, including construction, routine maintenance and improvement, major refits or overhauls, and much more. Our expertise exceed your average hire company, with solutions and a tailored service that aligns with your project goals and timelines. We can support a project at any stage, including: Early planning when a ship is scheduled to be docked, working alongside project managers with drawings. Once a ship is docked and emergent works are uncovered, requiring a quick response to keep the project on track. During emergency, unplanned works that require a same day response. Our service includes design, training, commissioning, maintenance and dismantling. Throughout your hire, you will have access to our support team for any queries you have, along with a project manager who will see you through the entire project. Book a Free Site Survey Resources For You Health and Safety Resources for the Marine Sector Best Practice Guide: Metal Surface Protection Whitepaper: Controlling Exposure from Abrasive Blasting Whitepaper: How to effectively use Local Exhaust Ventilation Toolbox Talk: Welding Fume Control Ship & Marine FAQ’s Your Common Queries What hazardous dusts would my team be exposed to during shipbuilding and maintenance? There are many processes undertaken during shipbuilding and refurbishment that create dust. Some of the main hazardous dusts likely to be encountered include GRP dust, and dust from grit blasting/cleaning operations. What are the health risks associated with exposure to dust? Dust is more than a nuisance and can lead to serious long-term health effects for workers with repeated exposure, including aggravated asthma, decreased lung function, nasal cancer, and COPD. Effective management of dust is imperative to protecting your workforce from serious health risks. What is LEV and why is it important? Local Exhaust Ventilation, better known as LEV, is an engineering control that’s considered one of the most effective ways to prevent hazardous contaminants spreading within a workspace. LEV captures and removes airborne contaminants such as dust, fume, mists or vapors at source. Why is ventilation critical in shipbuilding and maintenance? Ventilation is a huge challenge for ship maintenance, as lots of the areas that require work are within confined or enclosed spaces such as hull sections & tanks. Ventilation can help with displacing contaminants, and forcing fresh, clean air into the work area, ensuring a safe working environment is maintained. Why would I need climate control? Climate control is vital for painting and coating. Temperature and humidity can directly impact adhesions, durability and corrosion resistance. With the correct climate conditions, you can ensure your paint or coat dries evenly with optimal results. Introducing climate control equipment can considerably speed up curing & drying times, particularly during cold and damp weather conditions. What water treatment solutions can RVT Group offer me? We have a wide range of water treatment hire solutions, including: Settlement tanks that remove suspended solid particles from water. Water treatment systems that can be configured to create a bespoke solution for a complete water management solution for challenges including pH correction, chemical dosing, flow-proportional dosing and more. Our EnviroHub range offers effective, hassle-free water treatment. How does RVT Group manage ventilation in complex ship compartments? We are familiar with this challenge and can set up our equipment either on dockside, or the ship itself and run flexible ducting around the ship into the spaces requiring ventilation. Are RVT Group staff informed on the regulations we are required to abide by? Yes, our specialist consultants are familiar with COSHH and WELs and will always provide a hire solution that abides by these regulations. If you are interested to find out more about who leads our Industrial sector, visit -> Craig Chattell - RVTGroup Hazard Control Ranges Hazard Control Solutions for Dockyard Projects Fume Heavy-duty extraction systems designed to safely capture hazardous welding fumes, solvents, and chemical gases. Perfectly suited for maintaining clean, compliant air quality in confined industrial and defence sector projects. Dust High-performance dust control and HEPA extraction systems designed to capture hazardous particles at source. Ideal for safeguarding health and maintaining COSHH compliance across heavy demolition and industrial construction. Local Exhaust Ventilation Local exhaust ventilation (LEV) solutions designed to capture dust and fumes at source, helping reduce airborne contaminants and protect people on site. Ventilation High-volume axial, centrifugal, and ATEX-rated fans engineered to deliver safe, continuous airflow. An excellent choice for forcing fresh air or extracting hazardous gases throughout complex industrial installations. Climate Control Industrial-scale heating, cooling, and moisture control systems engineered for demanding environments. This rugged fleet is ideal for supporting continuous site productivity, concrete drying, and facilities management. Contact us Reach Out to an Expert