Tricia Singh
Lab Manager / Section Head
Environmental Microbiology
Contact Me
(868) 285-5050 ext 3504, 3505, 3509, 3512
emicro@cariri.com
Our scope of testing includes the two major microbiological parameters listed in the Water Pollution Rules, 2019:
We are specialized in the collection and analysis of water from both natural (beach and rivers) and man-made (swimming pools, water parks, spas) systems for key microbiological indicators inclusive of:
Recreational Water Quality Certification:
Our certificates are issued to swimming pool and water park operators desirous of demonstrating to patrons their ability to maintain continuously compliance with strict water quality guidelines. The certificate covers are range of microbiological and physiochemical parameters in accordance with international best practices, and is done on a periodic basis.
Blue Flag Monitoring Programme:
We support such initiatives locally and regionally by offering a range of services which align to the Blue Flag criteria:
Beach water quality parameters:
Escherichia Coli, Intestinal Enterococci, pH, Temperature, Turbidity, Visible Mineral Oil on Surface, Tarry Residues/ Floating Matter
Coastal Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) effluent:
Faecal Coliforms and Biochemical Oxygen Demand
We can collect and test water destined for field irrigation or aquaponics (hydroponics and aquaculture) for the most common water quality microbiological indicators such as Total Coliforms, Faecal Coliforms and Escherichia Coli.
We assist with ballast water management as per Regulation D-2 “Ballast Water Performance Standard” and offer water quality parameters such as: Escherichia Coli, Intestinal Enterococci
Our Specialized services include:
Our personnel are trained to identify sources of microbes and factors contributing to their growth, including available moisture and humidity.
Our Laboratory is equipped with the calibrated and well-maintained samplers.
We can collect different types of samples including surface, air and bulk.
We are the only local laboratory that is internationally accredited to analyse air samples for fungal spores and identify mold from surface samples.
Other services include detection of bacteria, pathogens associated with pigeon, bat and rat infestations and allergens (dust mites)
We offer customized assessments based on your needs inclusive of:
Our personnel are Certified Mold Consultants able to provide you with solutions to your mold contamination issues.
Going beyond the limitations of traditional microbial indicators
Our scope of testing includes the two major microbiological parameters listed in the Water Pollution Rules, 2019:
We are specialized in the collection and analysis of water from both natural (beach and rivers) and man-made (swimming pools, water parks, spas) systems for key microbiological indicators inclusive of:
Recreational Water Quality Certification:
Our certificates are issued to swimming pool and water park operators desirous of demonstrating to patrons their ability to maintain continuously compliance with strict water quality guidelines. The certificate covers are range of microbiological and physiochemical parameters in accordance with international best practices, and is done on a periodic basis.
Blue Flag Monitoring Programme:
We support such initiatives locally and regionally by offering a range of services which align to the Blue Flag criteria:
Beach water quality parameters:
Escherichia Coli, Intestinal Enterococci, pH, Temperature, Turbidity, Visible Mineral Oil on Surface, Tarry Residues/ Floating Matter
Coastal Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) effluent:
Faecal Coliforms and Biochemical Oxygen Demand
We can collect and test water destined for field irrigation or aquaponics (hydroponics and aquaculture) for the most common water quality microbiological indicators such as Total Coliforms, Faecal Coliforms and Escherichia Coli.
We assist with ballast water management as per Regulation D-2 “Ballast Water Performance Standard” and offer water quality parameters such as: Escherichia Coli, Intestinal Enterococci
Our Specialized services include:
Our personnel are trained to identify sources of microbes and factors contributing to their growth, including available moisture and humidity.
Our Laboratory is equipped with the calibrated and well-maintained samplers.
We can collect different types of samples including surface, air and bulk.
We are the only local laboratory that is internationally accredited to analyse air samples for fungal spores and identify mold from surface samples.
Other services include detection of bacteria, pathogens associated with pigeon, bat and rat infestations and allergens (dust mites)
We offer customized assessments based on your needs inclusive of:
Our personnel are Certified Mold Consultants able to provide you with solutions to your mold contamination issues.
Going beyond the limitations of traditional microbial indicators
Tricia Singh
Lab Manager/ Section Head
Environmental Microbiology
Contact Me
Telephone: 285-5050 ext. 3504, 3505, 3509, 3512
Email: emicro@cariri.com
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