Water Testing
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Leicestershire and Staffordshire Scientific Services has a water testing service to check whether water is safe to drink, to bathe in, and is free from pollutants. We test water to protect public health; to solve problems for industrial premises and to provide an analysis service for environmental consultants. Plumbers can test whether maintenance work has caused water contamination. Farmers who are taking water from a bore hole can check it is safe for animals to drink. Individuals concerned about household supplies can have their water tested to see if their concerns are justified.We carry out both chemical and microbiological testing and can test conformity to the appropriate legislation, if required.
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We can advise on suitable analysis for particular water types and circumstances of use, and on legislation and standards.
Drinking water can be tested for composition, contaminants and micro-organisms
We test mineral content (such as nitrate) and for contaminants such as lead and cadmium. Microbiological examination can be undertaken to check whether water is contaminated with micro-organisms. For a pdf containing the guidelines for microbiological examination of drinking water click here and bathing water click here. Private water supplies
If you are private individual who would like mains or non-mains water (including pools) testing to check whether it is suitable for drinking or bathing, please contact us.
Swimming pool water
We test pools and treated water to ensure that it conforms to the PWTAG Guidelines (Pool Water Treatment Advisory Group - see link at bottom of page).
Industrial Waters
We offer an advice and analysis service for private companies. This includes analysis of process waters and trade effluents to guide compliance with legislation and the standards set by the Environment Agency. We can help with pollution control - of heavy metal contaminants, chemical pollutants and micro-organisms.
Water analysis for farms
Farms may use bore hole or well water from a non-mains supply. We can analyse samples from these supplies to test for chemicals or microbiological hazards that may be harmful to either humans or animals.
Recreational Water
Water from boating lakes, sailing lakes and fishing water can be tested to ensure it is safe for its purpose or contains harmful chemicals.
Work with Environmental Health Officers
We assist Environmental Health Officers to make sure that people's living and working surroundings are safe and hygienic.
Further information
PWTAG - Pool Water Treatment Guidelines
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EC Bathing Water Directive
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Defra Advice on bathing waters
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Association of Public Analysts
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www.publicanalyst.com
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Drinking Water Inspectorate
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Regulations for small businesses
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water pollution guide
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Childrens Resources from DWI
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Please contact us for further information or to discuss whether our services can help you or your organisation:
Tel: 0116 305 5640 Fax: 0116 305 5660 scientificservices@leics.gov.uk
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