Water test results are a laboratory report showing the measured concentrations of specific contaminants and quality parameters in your water supply, compared against EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels and other health-based standards. Understanding these results allows homeowners to determine whether their water is safe to drink, identify parameters that need attention, and make informed decisions about […]
An ISO 17025 accredited testing facility is a laboratory that has been independently evaluated and certified to meet the international standard for technical competence in testing and calibration. This accreditation, governed by ISO/IEC 17025:2017, confirms that the laboratory produces valid, reliable results through qualified personnel, validated methods, calibrated equipment, and a rigorous quality management system […]
Cosmetic product testing is the laboratory analysis required to verify that cosmetic products are safe, properly labeled, and free from harmful levels of contaminants before they reach consumers. Under the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA) signed into law in December 2022, the FDA now requires cosmetic manufacturers to substantiate product safety through adequate testing, […]
Water testing for real estate transactions in Arizona is a laboratory analysis of the property’s water supply to confirm it meets safety standards before a sale closes. Required by FHA and VA loan programs for homes on well water, and strongly recommended for all Arizona properties, testing typically covers bacteria, nitrates, lead, arsenic, and other […]
Environmental testing for Arizona construction projects involves the laboratory analysis of soil, groundwater, surface water, and air samples to identify contamination, assess regulatory compliance, and verify site safety before, during, and after construction activities. Required under federal and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) regulations, this testing covers contaminants including heavy metals, petroleum hydrocarbons, volatile […]
Legionella testing in Arizona detects the presence of Legionella pneumophila and related species in building water systems, cooling towers, and other engineered water sources where the bacterium thrives between 77 and 113 degrees Fahrenheit. Despite Arizona’s arid desert environment, the state’s hot climate actually creates ideal growth conditions inside building plumbing systems, making Legionella a […]
ADEQ compliance for Arizona water operators means meeting all monitoring, reporting, and treatment requirements established by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality under delegated authority from the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Act. This includes submitting laboratory results through the Compliance Monitoring Data Portal (CMDP), maintaining proper disinfection levels, and completing all required chemical, microbiological, and […]
PFAS testing in Arizona measures the concentration of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in drinking water, groundwater, and wastewater using EPA-approved Methods 533 and 537.1. With the 2024 EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels now enforceable at 4 parts per trillion for PFOA and PFOS individually, Arizona water systems must complete initial monitoring and achieve compliance by defined […]
Selecting the right analytical testing laboratory affects the quality of your data, the defensibility of your compliance records, and ultimately the safety of your products or environment. The laboratory you choose becomes a critical extension of your quality assurance program, and asking the right questions before you commit can save you time, money, and costly […]
FSMA Produce Safety Rule and Agricultural Water Requirements The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), signed into law in 2011, fundamentally shifted the focus of food safety regulation from responding to contamination events to preventing them. For growers, one of the most consequential components of FSMA is the Produce Safety Rule, which establishes science-based standards for […]