Mold analytics and microbiology
There are various aspects that need be considered when assessing mold contamination and infestation. The necessary specific skills must be complemented by knowledge of ecological and hygienic-microbiological as well as analytic diagnostic and medical correlations.
With our experienced team of approved experts, toxicologists, environmental hygienist and measurement engineers, we are able to assess the complexity of mold contamination in all its aspects. Hereby we constantly strive to improve our professional expertise database based on interaction between the various interdisciplinary engineering groups.
As there is no single test method for determining the presence of mold, our approach involves choosing the most appropriate method from a whole plethora of advanced testing techniques culminating in selection of the most efficient for detecting mold infestation in buildings. We implement comprehensive mold testing methodologies for inspection and sampling both in our own mold test laboratory and in the field on-site at the customer. Knowledge of the relevant guidelines and regulations combined with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment is essential if findings are to be conclusive. In addition to testing and analysis, we also provide supervision on remediation projects investigating causes of mold growth to serve customers' needs.
Microbiology services of COMPETENZA analytic:
- Determination of airborne germs (VDI guideline 4300, part 10)
- Microscopic analysis of material samples
- House dust analysis
- Analysis of tape lift samples
- Adhesive-film tests acc. to DIN 10113-3
- Determination of MVOC in buildings with concealed damage
- Product and consumer goods testing for mold infestation
- Survey report and root cause analysis of indoor mold growth
- Workplace examination to protect employees from biological working materials ('Measurement of hazardous substances', acc. No. 9420 and TRBA 214, Germany's Institute for Occupational Safety BIA)
- Risk assessment and safety provisions for workplaces acc. BGI 858 and classification of biological agents
- Remediation planning, monitoring and control
- Analysis of wood samples for dry rot, replacing fungus and insect attack
- Courses on mold growth in indoor environments
- In-house training
