This analytical method is a validated measurement procedure for the determination of particular hexavalent chromium e.g. potassium chromate [7789-00-6], potassium dichromate [7778-50-9], chromium(VI) oxide [1333-82-0] and lead(II) chromate [7758-97-6] after personal or stationary sampling. Sampling is performed by drawing a defined volume of air through a polymer membrane filter using a suitable flow-regulated pump. After liquid desorption, the hexavalent chromium retained on the filter is analysed using ion chromatography with UV/VIS detection after post-column derivatisation. The relative limit of quantification (LOQ) is 0.10 μg Cr(VI)/m³ for an air sample volume of 1.2 m³. The mean recovery for soluble hexavalent chromium was 98 to 103%. The concentration-dependent expanded uncertainty was 22%. This analytical method has been accredited by the accident insurance companies for the detection in workplace air of substances that are carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic to reproduction. This method has been tested and recommended for the determination of hexavalent chromium in work areas by the German Social Accident Insurance (DGUV). Both personal and stationary sampling can be performed for measurements in order to evaluate work areas.