MBL is Proficient For Bacteria Testing
The Canadian Association for Laboratory Accreditation Inc.(CALA) has rated MBL proficient for the following bacteria testing:
| Test Parameter | Method Of Analysis | Status |
| Escherichia coli (E. coli) | Membrane Filtration (DC-Agar) | Proficient |
| Fecal (Thermotolerant) Coliforms | Membrane Filtration (mFC) | Proficient. |
| Heterotrophic Plate Count (HPC) | Membrane Filtration (PCA) | Proficient |
| Total Coliforms | Membrane Filtration (DC-Agar) | Proficient. |
| Escherichia coli (E. coli) | Presence/Absence | Proficient |
| Total Coliforms | Presence/Absence | Proficient. |
Coliform Bacteria
The coliform bacteria are used as indicators of potential health risk for water. Coliforms are divided into 2 groups; total coliforms, i.e., all the coliform bacteria; and the fecal coliforms. The fecal coliforms are dominated by Escherichia coli (E. coli). E. coli are common in human intestines and they are generally harmless. However, some strains such as 0157 can cause serious infections.
Presence of fecal coliforms in water is widely accepted as indicator of potential contamination of water with fecal material. Contamination of water with fecal material presents greater risk of infectious microorganism such as viruses, other bacteria, protozoa and even worms.
New Online Business Directory
We have a created a free online directory for environmental companies located in Canada. The directory has the following categories:
1. Air – Instrumentation
2. Air Pollution Prevention/Control Equipment
3. Air Pollution Prevention/Control Services
4. Analytical Equipment/Supplies
5. Analytical Services
6. Aquatic Services/Supplies
7. Asbestos Abatement
8. Asbestos/Lead/Mould Abatement
9. Composting
10. Emergency/Spill Response Equipment/Products
12. Emergency/Spill Response Services
13. Energy Efficiency/Alternative Energy Resources
14. Environmental Assessment
15. Environmental Consulting & Engineering
16. Environmental Information/Publishers
17. Environmental Law
18. Environmental Mgt./Auditing/ISO 14000
19. Environmental Software
20. Geographic Information Services/Products
21. Green Products
22. Indoor Air Quality Testing
23. Insurance
24. Landfill Management Systems/Equipment
25. Landfill Operators
26. Mold Testing
27. Noise/Vibration
28. Odour Control
29. Other Products
30. PCB Management
31. Pollution Prevention
32. Recyclers – Batteries
33. Recyclers – Cartridges
34. Recyclers – Electronics
35. Recyclers – Glass
36. Recyclers – Metals
37. Recyclers – Oil / Chemicals
38. Recyclers – Other
39. Recyclers – Paper
40. Recyclers – Plastics
41. Recyclers – Textiles
42. Recyclers – Tires/Rubber
43. Recyclers – Used Equipment/Goods
44. Recyclers – Wood
45. Recycling/Waste Processing Equipment
46. Recycling/Waste Program Products
47. Remediation Services/Products
48. Research and Development
49. Risk Assessment
50. Site and Soil Assessment
51. Storage Systems – Secondary Containment/Other
52. Storage Systems – Tanks/Containers
53. Training
54. Waste Treatment/Disposal – Hazardous/Industrial
55. Waste Treatment/Disposal – Solid Waste
56. Water/Wastewater Treatment – Chemicals/Products
57. Water/Wastewater Treatment – Instrumentation
58. Water/Wastewater Treatment – Systems/Equipment
Get listed for free at http://moldbacterialabs.com/business-directory/join-directory/.
Legionella Training Course
Legionella Training Course – MBL has developed a practical Legionella training course specifically for those involved in the management and control of Legionella including health and safety managers, engineers, building and facilities managers, and water treatment professionals.
The Legionella training course examines a range of Legionella related issues including:
- Legionella as an emerging bacterial pathogen of concern
- Legionella: Terms, Definitions and General Facts.
- History of Legionnaires’ disease.
- Potable Water Systems & Methods of Disinfection.
- Cooling Towers: Water Treatment & Legionella
- Legionella risk assessments.
- Legionella Sampling and Testing.
- Legionella: practical implementation of a structured risk management system.
MBL is using ASTM D7391 – 09 Standard Test Method to Analyse Non-viable Air Samples
Mold & Bacteria Consulting Laboratories (MBL) inc., is now using the new ASTM method D7391-09 for analysis of non-viable air samples. Until recently, there has been no standard method by which to analyze non-viable air samples collected by inertial impaction samplers such as Air-O-Cell, Allergenco-D, micro 5 and other similar samplers.
The American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) International published the new standard method, D7391-09 entitled “Standard Test Method for Categorization and Quantification of Airborne Fungal Structures in an Inertial Impaction Sample by Optical Microscopy”.
The method outlines two procedures for enumerating fungal structures: one for slit impaction samples such as air-o-cell and allergenco-D and the other for circular impaction samples such as micro 5. Analytical results are presented in fungal structures/sample (fs/sample) and fungal structures/m3 (fs/m3)
For details regarding the standard, please visit the ASTM website. For analysis of your samples using the standard method please contact us by Phone:
Toronto: 416-628-0238
Mississauga: 905-290-9101
Calgary: 403-775-7536
Vancouver: 604-484-9114
Winnipeg: 204-272-3752
Toll Free: 1-866-813-0648
Or you can contact us by:
Fax: 905-290-0499
Winners Of The Mold Training Course
MBL is happy to announce the winners of the mold training course at the AIHce Expo 2009 held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Congratulations to the following lucky winners of the mold training course “How to Recognize Indoor Mold, Develop Effective Sampling Strategies, And Interpret Laboratory Results”
Name: Brad Walker
Company: MWI Consultants, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Name: Melissa Smith
Company: Transuranic Waste Processing Center, Lenoir City, Tennessee, USA
Name: Vic Nersesian
Company: Construction Control Inc., Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada
Name: Alan Avrich
Company: HSMS LLC, Fulton, New York, USA
Name: Wil Pulfer
Company: Wilco Health & Safety Ltd, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
To schedule for the training course, please check for available dates and locations at www.moldbacteria.com/training.html.
All winners must take the course by December 31, 2009. For registering, please call 905-290-9101. Winners must cover the cost of their travel, accommodation and meals.
Mold Training Classes
Environmental professionals, city building inspectors, and other professionals seeking training in Mould Recognition, Effective Sampling Strategies and Results Interpretation can attend a one-day mould training course offered in both Calgary, Alberta on July 23, 2009 and Vancouver, British Columbia on August 6, 2009.
Sponsored by Mold & Bacteria Consulting Laboratories (MBL) Inc., the course provides participants with skills and background information to enable them Recognize Indoor Mould, Develop Effective Sampling Strategies, and Interpret Laboratory Results.
The MBL Mould Training Course provides insight into the causes of mould growth and control, the most important indoor moulds, including important species of Penicillium, Aspergillus, Fusarium, Trichoderma, Cladosporium, Mucor, Rhizopus, Alternaria and Scopulariopsis and also mycotoxins that may occur in an indoor environment.
Participants can develop a detailed understanding of the methods used to investigate mould growth in buildings, types of samples to collect as well as how to interpret laboratory results. The mold course provides a basic understanding of the biology of moulds.
If you have been considering attending a similar course, don’t delay in registering as we have limited spaces! Click Course Details for course dates, payment options and course location.
For more course information or to enroll by phone, please call 905-290-9101 or toll free 1-866-813-0648
AIHA Expo 2009
Mold & Bacteria Consulting Laboratories (MBL) is participating in the American Industrial Hygiene Conference and Expo. The Expo Days are JUNE 1 – 3, 2009.
You’ve heard about MBL and probably we’ve heard about your company too. We would like to learn more about your company. Come and see us at the American Industrial Hygiene Conference and Expo., booth no. 311 at the Metro Toronto Convention Center. You’ll not only learn more about MBL but you’ll also experience the exciting world of microbes.
Our friendly staff will be happy to answer any questions regarding biological sampling and results interpretation. And, you could be the winner of some exciting prizes.
For a free show pass or for more details please call 905-290-9101.
Microbiology Laboratory Services
Do you have a testing laboratory that is flexible to your needs and can offer guidance?
When you need your samples tested, we believe you shouldn’t have to wait. If you’re looking for a testing laboratory that can guide you through the test results, then you will want to watch this important three minute presentation from MBL.
3-Minute Video: Click To Watch!
On-site Mold Identification
MBL is an industry leader in providing on-site mold sample analysis and support services. Our unmatched experience and knowledge of indoor mold provide benefits achieving successful project completion, or emergency resolution in a cost effective and timely manner. On-site mold sample analysis provides our clients instant results that are crucial in making decisions effectively. Being able to make informed and accurate decisions in critical situations is only one of the benefits that are realized by on-site analysis.
For details on on-site mold identification please visit http://www.moldbacteria.com/onsite-mold-testing-services.html.