Built environment testing provides material testing, industrial hygiene (IH) monitoring and indoor air quality (IAQ) testing services to protect the health of people in built structures from a range of potentially hazardous environmental conditions. Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories provide high quality, professional and reliable testing as well as contaminant collection media to promote safety and health in the built environment. Centrally managed content
Eurofins Environment Testing’s comprehensive range of built environment testing services is tailored to support safety and health for day-to-day workplace use, as well as to builders, demolition contractors and workplace safety specialists.
Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories provide asbestos identification and quantification services to support safe handling and regulatory compliance. Asbestos identification helps prevent exposure risks in buildings and construction materials, protecting health and the environment. Centrally managed content
Testing housing materials, such as cladding, for the presence of asbestos to ensure compliance and protect residents.
Conducting analyses to detect asbestos fibres in the air, ensuring safe and healthy environments.
Analysing asphalt for asbestos content to ensure safe construction and maintenance practices.
Evaluating dust samples for the presence of asbestos to prevent exposure.
Testing soil to detect and quantify asbestos presence.
Analysing concrete for asbestos content to support safe building practices.
Detecting and quantifying asbestos fibres in drinking water.
Assessing various materials for presence/absence and quantification of asbestos.
Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories provide testing to detect the presence of inorganic fibres, including synthetic mineral fibres (AMF) which are used across multiple applications. Centrally managed content
Assessment of refractory ceramic fibres to ensure safety and compliance in high-temperature applications.
Testing fibres in rocks to support quality and safety in construction and industrial uses.
Conducting analyses of glass fibre to ensure suitability and safety for various applications.
Evaluating fibres in slag against industry standards to support safety requirements.
Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories provide comprehensive mould testing to identify contamination and assess indoor air quality. Mould testing helps manage mould related health risks and supports effective remediation strategies in homes and workplaces. Centrally managed content
Mould and microbial testing services include culture testing, direct microscopy, biochemistry and molecular biology methods such as Spore Trap, Biolog, FAME, API® and qPCR for mould investigations, cleanroom testing, risk assessments and disaster recovery.
Microscopy of film contact samples, evaluation of impression plates, and swab samples.
Testing of nutrient media and filters from air germ collections, and slides from total spore collections.
Microscopy and cultivation of material samples, and activity and total cell count determinations.
Identification of true dry rot and other wood-destroying fungi
Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories detect and measure lead concentrations in various matrices, including air, dust, and leachable lead waste. Centrally managed content
Analysis of paint chip samples for lead content (particularly from older buildings). This testing is essential for renovation planning and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Analysis of surface and settled dust samples to assess lead contamination, often resulting from deteriorating paint or construction activities.
Testing of drinking water and other water sources for lead contamination, typically originating from plumbing components such as pipes, solder, or fixtures.
Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories provide specialised services to detect and analyse Legionella species, ensuring the highest standards of water safety and public health. Centrally managed content
Conducting analyses to identify Legionella species in various water systems.
Detecting and quantifying Legionella bacteria in hot water systems and cooling towers to prevent outbreaks.
Utilising advanced filtration techniques and molecular biology methods for accurate Legionella detection.
Performing comprehensive physical and chemical analyses to assess water quality and detect Legionella.
Conducting genotyping to determine pathogenicity and compare Legionella strains to the population, along with serogroup identification.
Eurofins Environment Testing hospital hygiene testing services monitor microbial contamination and hygiene standards in healthcare environments. Support is provided to support infection control processes to safeguard patient and staff health. Centrally managed content
Conducting analyses to detect and measure radioactivity in water, ensuring safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
Performing microbiological testing to identify and quantify microorganisms in water, ensuring it is safe for consumption and use.
Analysing dialysis water for endotoxins to ensure stringent safety standards for medical use.
Detecting and quantifying Legionella bacteria in shower systems to prevent outbreaks and protect public health.
Eurofins Built Environment Testing offers industrial hygiene assessments to evaluate workplace exposures to chemical, physical, and biological hazards. Services provided help maintain safe working environments and comply with occupational health regulations. Centrally managed content
Conducting determinations to identify and quantify hazardous substances in various environments.
Developing comprehensive test plans to systematically assess and manage hazardous substances.
Providing expert recommendations to minimise exposure to hazardous substances and ensure safety.
Designing detailed occupational safety plans to ensure safe handling and management of hazardous materials.
Comprehensive testing of the work environment – identification, chemical and/or microbiological - to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
Eurofins Environment Testing indoor air quality testing identifies pollutants, allergens, and microbial contaminants to improve indoor environments from a health and comfort perspective and support regulatory compliance. Centrally managed content
Assessments to monitor and improve indoor air quality.
Evaluating ventilation systems to ensure optimal air circulation and quality.
Assessing climate factors and testing for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to maintain a healthy indoor environment.
Detecting and measuring radon levels to protect public health and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Identifying and quantifying chemical and microbiological pollutants to ensure a safe indoor environment.
Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories test building and construction materials for hazardous substances and compliance with environmental standards. Determinations and identifications ensure material safety and support sustainable construction practices. Centrally managed content
Preparing samples and investigating their composition to provide detailed insights.
Performing leaching tests, including column tests, shaking tests, and diffusion tests, to assess the release of contaminants.
Analysing compounds known to cause adverse health and environmental effects.
Evaluating asphalt samples to ensure quality and compliance.
Detecting and quantifying asbestos in debris and materials to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
AP04 investigation suites: Comprehensive analyses using SG1, SB1, SG2, SB2, U1, and U2 suites. DGNB: old and new compounds like TVOC, VOC screening, C1-C6 aldehydes BREAM: Formaldehyde and TVOC.