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Legionella and Potable Water Investigations
Water Management Planning | Customized Sample Collection Accredited Laboratory Testing for Legionella
Ensuring Safe and Healthy Water Systems
Legionella bacteria pose a significant threat to safe drinking water systems, particularly for at-risk individuals. These bacteria multiply within single-cell organisms in water, and when aerosolized and inhaled, they can lead to serious infections such as Pontiac Fever and the potentially fatal Legionnaires’ disease. Individuals with compromised immune systems are especially susceptible. For more information on Legionella, Legionnaires’ disease, and legionellosis, you can refer to the World Health Organization (WHO) Fact Sheet.
Our Legionella Services
At Criterion Labs, we offer a comprehensive range of Legionella services to ensure the safety and compliance of your water systems. Our services include:
- Water Management Plan Development
- Environmental Sample Collection
- Accredited Laboratory Analysis
- Concise Reporting
Water Management Plan Development
Criterion Labs develops Water Management Plans that adhere to the standards set by ASHRAE, CDC, and the Veterans Administration. These plans are crucial for preventing the growth and spread of Legionella bacteria in your water systems.
Environmental Sample Collection
Our team specializes in collecting drinking water samples for Legionella testing and other drinking water contaminants. We provide all necessary sampling equipment and media, and can guide you through the process if you prefer to collect your own samples. The number and types of sites to be tested for Legionella are determined on a case-by-case basis. For a free consultation on Legionella testing, contact Criterion Labs.
Accredited Laboratory Analysis
Criterion Labs’ state-of-the-art microbiology laboratory is accredited by AIHA-LAP for Legionella analysis. Criterion is also a proud participant of the CDC ELITE Program.
Concise Reporting
We provide clear and detailed reports with fast turnaround times. Our reports include the quantification of 16 serotypes for Legionella pneumophila and many other species of Legionella, offering comprehensive insights into your water quality.
