Water Sampling and Analysis
Environmental water monitoring is the process of measuring and analyzing the chemical, physical, and biological characteristics of water in the environment. This includes monitoring water in rivers, lakes, oceans, and groundwater. Environmental water monitoring, particularly water quality monitoring, is important for a number of reasons, including:
-
Protecting public health: Water quality monitoring helps to ensure that the water we drink and use for recreation is safe and free from harmful contaminants.
-
Maintaining ecosystem health: Water is a vital resource for many species, and monitoring its quality helps to ensure that aquatic ecosystems are healthy and able to support a diverse array of plants and animals.
-
Managing water resources: Monitoring water quality and quantity is essential for managing and conserving this precious resource. This includes understanding the impacts of human activities such as agriculture, industry, and urbanization on water resources.
-
Compliance with regulations: Environmental water monitoring is often required by federal, state, and local laws to ensure that discharges from industries and municipalities do not exceed allowable limits of pollutants.
-
Detecting and responding to environmental emergencies: Environmental water monitoring can help to detect and respond to environmental emergencies such as spills, leaks, and other types of pollution.
Overall, environmental water monitoring plays a critical role in protecting public health, maintaining ecosystem health, managing water resources, complying with regulations, and detecting and responding to environmental emergencies.
The Eurofins network of companies in Malaysia offer a wide range of water quality monitoring and testing to assist you in meeting the various industry and regulatory requirements and standards with the increasing focus on environmental and health issues. The scope of water sampling and testing, including industrial effluent, groundwater, wastewater, and drinking water for all physical, chemical, and microbiological testing to ensure environment regulatory compliance.
Our services including:
1. Industrial Effluents Monitoring based on Environmental Quality Act (Industrial Effluents) Regulation 2009 by in-situ analysis means the industrial effluent analysis conducted from its location or ex-situ analysis means the industrial effluent analysis conducted in laboratory conditions.
2. Industrial Effluent Characteristic Study (IECS) is the study of industrial effluent which normally would take 24/8 hours over a period of three days.
3. Sewage Water Monitoring based on Environmental Quality Act (Sewage) Regulations 2009.
4. Drinking Water Monitoring based on Malaysia Food Act 1983-Food, Regulation 2012 25th Schedule Standard for Packaged Drinking Water and Vended Water [Mesin Jual Air (MJA)-2021].
5. Marine and River Water Monitoring for physical, chemical as well as microbiological aspect based on National Water Quality Standards For Malaysia.
What is Water Quality Monitoring?
Water quality monitoring is the process of systematically assessing the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of water to ensure it meets safety standards and environmental regulations. This process is essential for detecting pollutants, managing human impact, and maintaining healthy ecosystems. By monitoring water quality, we can protect public health, support sustainable water use, and safeguard aquatic environments.
Please feel free to contact us and click here for online enquiries.
