Testing for coliform bacteria and E.coli are the most important routine microbiological analysis carried out on drinking water. These tests provide a sensitive means for detecting faecal contamination, for assessing raw water quality, the effectiveness of water treatment and disinfection, and monitoring water quality in distribution.

Why carry out Water testing:

Recreational water such as Pools and SPAs – can be easily get Infectious agents introduced into them via bathers, from dirt entering the pool or from the water source itself. Once in the spa pool, conditions often exist for these infectious agents to grow and proliferate.

Drinking water or potable water – To ensure water is safe enough to be consumed by humans or used with low risk of immediate or long term harm.

Environmental Water – Lakes, rivers and seas are used for a variety of recreational activities including swimming, diving, fishing and sailing. If these activities are to be enjoyed safely, attention must be given to health hazards such as sewage pollution and excessive growth of toxic cyanobacteria, as well as to the prevention of accidents. EC bathing water directive (2006/7/EC).

What we can offer:

Envirochem routinely carry out a variety of tests including:

For recreational water:

UKAS Accredited tests:

• Total coliforms
• E.coli
• Total viable counts 1 days at 37°C
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa
• Legionella

For Drinking water or Potable water:

UKAS Accredited tests:

• Total coliforms
• E.coli
• Total viable counts 2 days at 37°C
• Total viable counts 3 days at 22°C
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa

For Environmental Water:

Relevant tests:

• Total coliforms
• E.coli
• Faecal streptococci

If you would like more information or you think you may require testing please call us on 01329 287 777 or fill out the form below.