Work on the A21 between Pembury and Tonbridge has been delayed by a further six months due to the discovery of asbestos and heavy metals during ground excavation.
The contaminated earth could not be reused on the site, causing considerable delays in completion.
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Two women have recently been prosecuted by North Herts District Council for fly tipping domestic waste which contained asbestos.
Both women were fined hundreds of pounds for breaching the Environmental Protection Act and failing to dispose of the waste legally.
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Envirochem now offer on-site Dispersed Oil Particulate (DOP) Testing.
High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters are designed to remove fibres and particles from the environment.
HEPA filters require regular maintenance and validation.
DOP testing is an essential part of this and is used to determine if the performance and integrity of the HEPA filter is of an acceptable standard, identifying if there are any leaks present within the filter, frame or seals.
All equipment containing HEPA filters (e.g. Negative Pressure Units and ‘H’ Type vacuum cleaners) must be tested every 6 months, and if the filter has been replaced or the equipment has been dropped or damaged in any way.
As part of a DOP test, Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and air flow testing is required. Once tested, a certificate is issued and each piece of equipment labelled.
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Envirochem now offer respiratory protective equipment (RPE) fit testing.
The performance of all RPE face pieces, whether operating by negative pressure, power assistance or compressed air, relies heavily on the quality of fit to the wearer’s face. An inadequate fit will significantly reduce the protection provided by the RPE and may lead to serious health problems.
Fit testing is available on-site or at our laboratory for full-face, half-face, ori-nasal and P3 disposable masks.
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 requires all employers to take satisfactory precautions to protect their employees in the workplace.
Under the revised Health and Safety Executive Legislation (2002), fit test reports should be available for all employees who wear respiratory protective equipment (RPE) incorporating tight fitting face pieces. Fit test records should be retained by the employer and be available for inspection upon request.
Regulation 11 of the control of asbestos regulations (2012) states that fit testing of face pieces must be pertained for tight fitting face pieces. Repeat testing is required when changing size or model of RPE, or with significant changes in facial characteristics of the wearer. The HSE recommend that fit retesting be carried out on a regular basis, especially for workers involved in licensed asbestos removals.
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A cabinet advisory committee is looking in to why Swansea nightclub ‘Oceana’ demolition costs have increased from £1.18 million to £4.1 million after a further intrusive asbestos survey was conducted identifying more asbestos. The original survey completed is said to have only identified 10 percent of the total asbestos now known to be present within the building.
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Information has been released confirming 346 Kent schools contain asbestos; the substance can be found in any building built before the year 2000 including schools, houses, offices, factories and hospitals across the UK.
If managed properly and left undisturbed in a safe condition, asbestos containing materials do not necessarily pose a risk to health. It is only when the substance is disturbed or damaged causing fibres to be released that it becomes a serious health risk.
One of the ways asbestos can be managed is by conducting a Management Asbestos Survey. This will identify the presence and location of any asbestos containing materials, whilst also providing recommendations as to how these materials are properly managed.
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Envirochem’s microbiology department has recently upgraded to a new autoclave, this is a 135L AMA270BT. This will sterilise our equipment using high temperature steam at high pressures.
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Envirochem undertakes Landfill Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC) testing:
WAC testing is used to determine how a waste will behave once buried in a landfill. This is carried out through analysis of leachate derived from the waste during laboratory analysis. Following testing, a certificate of analysis will be issued.
WAC testing can be carried out on:
-Contaminated soil
– Spent grit
– Industrial waste and other waste streams
We also offer:
– Total metals by acid digest analysis
– Sample tubs free of charge
– Pick up service and site sampling available
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Envirochem are developing a new test, this is for the bacteria Clostridium Perfringens. These bacteria are indicators of faecal contamination. They are however found when other faecal indicators a not detectable, for example at times of remote or intermittent pollution. Therefore, detection of Clostridium Perfringens can help us detect contamination different levels.
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We are excited to announce the expansion of our Microbiology department. The image above shows a section of our new laboratory, we offer a wide array of microbiological analyses including tests for Legionella, E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Total coliforms.
Water samples that are sent to Envirochem come from a variety of sources, for example: drinking and potable water, recreational water such as pools and spas and many more.
If you would like to inquire or learn more about our Microbiology department and services please fill in the attached form or call us on 01329 287 777
