WATER SAMPLING

WATER SAMPLING

UKAS Accredited Sampling Services

Envirisk offers a range of water sampling services. These are either completed by one of our engineers visiting site or we also offer a ‘DIY’ postal sample kit which you will receive through the post, follow the included instructions and simply post the pre-paid & labelled package.

There are many reasons why water samples may need to be taken and is the only way to detect the level of any harmful bacteria that may be present.

All our water samples are tested in UKAS accredited laboratories, as standard, and we are able to carry out a wide range of microbiological tests. Our water quality testing - microbiological sampling is commonly tested for Legionella, TVC – Total Viable Counts, Coliforms, Ecoli & Pseudomonas. Below are just some of the water systems that we can test for levels of bacteria, including legionella:

Drinking water samples (including water dispensers and coffee machines)
Hot and cold water systems
Cold water storage tanks
Hot water cylinders
Water heaters
Dental units
Swimming pools
Spa baths
Cooling towers
Emergency showers
Eye wash units
Water fountains
Vending machine
Closed water systems
Private water supplies including borehole

All result analysis will be communicated as soon as possible. If positive results are detected they will be communicated immediately, we will provide guidance on the best course of action to be taken in this scenario.

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MICROBIOLOGICAL WATER SAMPLING FAQS

WHAT IS MICROBIOLOGICAL WATER SAMPLING?

Microbiological water sampling is an important feature of any control scheme. BS8554:2015 provides a number of circumstances where sampling is required:

one-off sampling for compliance.
ad hoc sampling for verification.
sampling for investigation.
random sampling and;
identification and implementation of schemes for commissioning, routine and investigative monitoring of water quality.

WHY WE CARRY OUT WATER SAMPLING?

Water sampling carried out on a routine basis or when conditions other control measures are lost is the most effective way to determine water quality. Microbiological water testing provides us with a snapshot of water quality, at the time taken. This can be used to check if other control measures are effective and provide evidence that water systems are functioning safely.

Water sampling on a periodic basis is a great to demonstrate that your water hygiene management and legionella control schemes are suitable and sufficient. A well maintained history of all control measures, via a logbook alongside the routine sampling analysis is an excellent way to demonstrate good management of safe and compliant water systems.

All of our microbiological water samples are tested by UKAS accredited laboratories. We carry out a full range of sampling options for all types of water system

CAN ENVIRISK ROUTINELY COLLECT WATER SAMPLES FROM OUR SITE?

Yes. We are continuously collecting water samples for testing at our UKAS lab across the country for a range of microbiological testing. We can set up scheduled visits for our engineers to routinely visit your sites to carry out the required sampling. Contact the team now to set this up.

WHAT IS TVC IN WATER TESTING?

This analysis; Aerobic Colony Count, also known as TVC (Total Viable Count) which can give an indication of the general quality of the water.

WHAT DOES A HIGH TVC COUNT MEAN?

What does a high TVC count mean? A high TVC count, for example 10,00 cfu (colony forming units) per ml of water, signals that there is a high concentration of microorganisms in the water and that the system may be suffering from biofilm contamination.