Envirochem are an approved British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) training provider

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Envirochem are an approved British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) training provider for a range of asbestos related courses.

 

We are currently training a group of our new analysts who have join to our growing team, ahead of their P403 exam at the weekend.

 

The following courses are available periodically at our offices,

  • P401 – IDENTIFICATION OF ASBESTOS IN BULK SAMPLES (PLM)

    Theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of asbestos sample identification using stereo and polarised light microscopy.

  • P402 – BUILDING SURVEYS AND BULK ANALYSIS FOR ASBESTOS

    Theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of building surveying and sampling of asbestos containing materials.

  • P403 – ASBESTOS FIBRE COUNTING (PCM) – (INCLUDING SAMPLING STRATEGIES)

    Theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of fibre counting of asbestos air samples using phase contrast microscopy.

  • P404 – AIR SAMPLING AND CLEARANCE TESTING OF ASBESTOS

    Theoretical and practical knowledge in the techniques of air sampling and clearance testing of asbestos during removal work.

  • P405 – MANAGEMENT OF ASBESTOS IN BUILDINGS

    Practical knowledge and skills to manage asbestos in buildings and audit asbestos removal projects.

 

For more information on all of our courses and how we can tailor our services to you please fill out the form below or call on 01329 287 777.

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Asbestos Air Monitoring and Fibre Counting

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Our growing fleet of asbestos analysts are provided with fully equipped mobile laboratories allowing for on-site analysis of air samples and instant certification upon completion of analytical monitoring.

Whilst the majority of our workload is undertaken during normal working hours from Monday to Friday, our team of analysts are available for overnight and weekend work. We will always endeavour to assist at short notice with any local emergency situations which may arise.

Here is one of our team reading filters for our in house quality control system to ensure we provide the best possible service.

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Covid-19 Safety Measures – Open for Business As Usual.

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Here at Envirochem, we are taking all the necessary steps to ensure your safety as well as ours when samples are dropped off to us. We are wearing face coverings, regularly testing staff and hand sanitising to name a few. We remain open and operational for all our services.

 

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FREE initial quote upon request for all our services.

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We will provide a FREE initial quote upon request for all our services. For a UKAS accredited, professional and expert opinion – call us today.#abestos #watertesting #chemicaltesting #legionella #occupationhygiene #microbiology ow.ly/qaOQ50zdFAa

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Self-sampling Testing Kits

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If you’re worried about contractors entering your home at the moment to carry out testing, purchase one of our self-sampling kits to take samples yourself safely for analysis. We offer a range of kits to test Asbestos, Legionella and more; envirochem.co.uk/shop/products

 

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We’re looking for Asbestos Environmental Consultants based at our office in Fareham

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Envirochem is a long established, UKAS accredited, independent organisation offering analytical and consultancy services covering most environmental issues.

Due to continued expansion an opportunity has arisen to employ an Asbestos Environmental Consultant based at our main office in Fareham. The successful applicant will be required to start as soon as possible.

For more details please see our job post on indeed: https://www.indeed.co.uk/jobs?q=Envirochem&l&vjk=9711940097ed89c4

Asbestos Sampling testing Kits BACK IN STOCK!!!

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Envirochem are please to announce our safe, cost-effective self-sample asbestos testing kits are BACK IN STOCK!

Each kit comes with all the personal protective equipment (PPE) you will need to safely take samples of suspect asbestos containing material from your property. The Kits have a set of easy to follow instructions, and return packaging. The samples will then be analysed in our own in-house UKAS accredited 17025 Laboratory. Once the samples are received back to the lab, we can get the report issued to you within 4 hours if you request.

Please see below to purchase them and for all the details of the self sampling kit;

What can I expect to get in the kit?

  • Disposable FFP3 flat fold face mask, coveralls and gloves
  • Cleaning wipes to ensure sample tools are kept clean
  • Labelled grip lock Polythene sample bags
  • Sample submission form
  • Detailed and easy-to-follow instructions

 

What samples can I take?

The self sampling kit enables you to safely take a sample(s) from a material you suspect may be containing asbestos, materials include;

  • Corrugated cement
  • Walls and boards
  • External cladding panels
  • Soffit, fascia and rainwater goods
  • Window sills
  • Textured coatings
  • Many more… all explained in the kit.

For more information and full details of places asbestos could be, please see the website below;

http://www.hse.gov.uk/ asbestos/building.htm

 

Once the samples are received, they are analysed in our own in-house UKAS accredited 17025 Laboratory. With results available four hours from being received if requested.

 

Need any more advice

Our in-house laboratory staff is always on hand to help answer any questions you may have either by phone or email;

 

If you’d like to know more about our kits or how to order one give us a call on 01329 287777 or send us an email at bulks@envirochem.co.uk. Alternatively you can fill out the form below.  We look forward to hearing from you.

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We recommend dropping the samples back to us or sending the samples to us via courier.

 

Our Services – Open for Business As Usual.

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Envirochem is continuing to provide “business as usual” services for clients from its laboratories in Fareham and Bristol.

The labs will continue to analyse samples on behalf of clients and new customers during the current Covid-19 pandemic. The company will be adapting to any changes as and when the government requires it.

What Services do our laboratories and staff provide;

  • Asbestos
  • Chemicals
  • COSHH – including dust, noise, exhaust gases and dispersed oil
  • Environmental monitoring – including noise and vibration, air quality and emissions testing.
  • Water and legionella microbiological testing.

 

For more information or to speak to a member of staff please fill out the form below or call on 01329 287 777

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Worried about the quality or reliability of results if you need testing?

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Worried about the quality or reliability of results if you need testing? Well here at Envirochem we provide only the highest quality of accurate and professional testing and you can have faith in our results as we are UKAS Accredited. https://envirochem.co.uk/quality

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Business as usual for asbestos, chemical and microbiological testing

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Business as usual for asbestos, chemical and microbiological testing.

 

Envirochem is continuing to provide “business as usual” services for clients from its laboratories in Fareham and Bristol.

 

The labs will continue to analyse samples on behalf of clients and new customers during the current Covid-19 pandemic. The company will be adapting to any changes as and when the government requires it.

 

The laboratories are continuing to test for:

 

  • Asbestos
  • Chemicals
  • COSHH – including dust, noise, exhaust gases and dispersed oil
  • Environmental monitoring – including noise and vibration, air quality and emissions testing.
  • Water and legionella microbiological testing.

 

We are continuing to sell self-sampling kits for people who may be considering doing some work at home or at another location during the current pandemic.

 

The self sampling kits cover test packs for:

 

  • Asbestos
  • Legionella
  • Lead in Paint
  • Arsenic in Paint
  • Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC)
  • Indoor air quality
  • Swimming pool and spa pool analysis
  • Water leak source investigation
  • Domestic heating water testing

 

Details of all the analysis and tests that can be carried out at the Envirochem laboratories can be found on our website – envirochem.co.uk