Surface, Aerial and Water Monitoring

Surface monitoring determines the microbial population on surfaces within the manufacturing area:

• Equipment
• Product contact surfaces
• Floors
• Walls
• Drains
• Employee hands

The monitoring program is dependent upon the industry and the products being manufactured. Techniques typically used are swabs, sponging and agar contact.

Aerial monitoring is usually confined to cleanrooms and other specialized work spaces. It can also be implemented to track specific risks such as molds. Settle plates and other passive techniques are useful in monitoring the microbial population that might settle on a surface or product in a given time.

We offer a full complement of tests for potable and process water. Preventive measures are designed to limit contamination, avoid development of bacteria in critical environments and monitor levels of Legionella or other specific contaminants such as Pseudomonas. Mérieux NutriSciences can help you proactively manage this risk with a water safety plan including equipment maintenance, Legionella monitoring programs and sample collection and analysis.

We also perform a variety of swab tests with our environmental monitoring services to guarantee the safety and hygiene of your production environment.