Water Testing Services

Why Is Water Quality Management Important?

Water quality testing services help aid the recognition, control and prevention of Legionella bacteria and other waterborne pathogens in building systems. Legionnaires’ disease and other Legionella-related conditions resulting from water contamination can develop in cooling towers. A-Tech works with building managers to develop water management programs (WMPs) to detect contamination and take steps to minimize the spread of waterborne pathogens in building water systems.

WMPs require regular monitoring for potentially hazardous conditions and should include predetermined responses to correct any hazardous conditions that occur. Hospitals, long-term care facilities and large buildings with complex water systems are most at risk of contamination and should have established WMPs according to industry standards. The CDC’s short list of yes/no questions can help managers determine if their building has an increased Legionella risk.

How Do Environmental Water Testing Programs Work?

All programs are tailored to each building depending on its age, location, size, water system components, and occupant demographic. Effective water management includes:

• Ensuring adequate disinfection.
• Maintaining devices to prevent sediment, scale and corrosion, which are nutrients for Legionella.
• Maintaining ideal temperatures to limit Legionella growth.
• Preventing stagnation.

When you choose A-Tech for environmental water testing, our water management team will work together to: Inspect the building’s water systems. Identify areas where Legionella could grow. Identify ways to minimize the growth and spread of waterborne pathogens. Conduct routine checks of control measures to verify the effectiveness of the program. Establish interventions when control limits aren’t met. Communicate and document all activities.

Why Partner With Certified Legionella Testing Companies?

A-Tech offers water management plans and Legionella risk assessments to ensure all water systems are working properly and free of Legionella. Our water services follow ANSI/ASHRAE 188-2015 Guidelines. If your building has a water system that could potentially contain Legionella, having it assessed and tested is essential for making sure your building’s occupants remain safe and protected from major health issues and public relations concerns.

Our team is trained and certified to identify, manage and implement strategies to mitigate water contamination liabilities. We have decades of experience serving municipalities, schools and hospitals in California and Seattle, Washington. We’re committed to accuracy and safety in every step of the water testing process.