Environmental Diagnostics Laboratory (EDLab) has again distinguished itself in the field of indoor environmental quality. During the last 10 years, its principals with EDLab have co-authored numerous publications, and have been guest lecturers at numerous seminars. EDLab has performed analysis of over 45,000 samples and the data is part of a vast interrelation database that has been utilized to provide trends for developing baseline conditions.

EMLAP refers to the Environmental Microbiology Laboratory Accreditation Program administered by the AIHA. This program is designed specifically for professional laboratories specializing in analysis of microorganisms commonly detected in air, fluids and bulk samples as part of IAQ investigations. Laboratories must meet stringent qualifications to be considered for entrance into the EMLAP program. Some of the minimum requirements include: 3 years proficiency within AIHA's EMPAT, qualified personnel, administrative protocols and procedures, a quality assurance program and an in-house maintenance program. As part of the AIHA certification, EDLab complies with International Standard ISO/IEC 17025 general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. EDLab analysts have completed post-secondary education, the majority with Master's or Ph.D.'s in mycology, microbiology or a related field. Every member of the EDLab team is committed to the principle of ensuring high quality analysis and timely service. As part of their quality assurance efforts, the staff routinely performs blind duplicate comparisons among its analysts to guarantee consistent, reliable and provable analysis quality. The EDLab mission is focused on being the best in quality, price and training within the IEQ industry.

"The challenging journey towards AIHA EMLAP accreditation has provided many wonderful insights while establishing EDLab as one of the finest environmental laboratories in the country. Our success is based on the commitment of our people to strive towards being accurate, authentic and timely," stated Dr. Rajiv Sahay, Laboratory Manager with EDLab.

The EDLab provides expert lab analysis for IEQ professionals, industrial hygienists, federal, state and local health departments, NIOSH, law firms, insurance companies, environmental consultants, mold remediators, property managers, home inspectors, healthcare providers, K-12 schools, universities, hospitals, allergists and HVAC professionals.

The parent company, Pure Air Control Services (www.pureaircontrols.com), is an indoor environmental consulting firm with expertise in industrial hygiene, microbiology, public health, building science and mechanical engineering. The firm has over 350 million square feet of building/home diagnostics/remediation experience in over 9,000 buildings/homes and has analyzed over 45,000 environmental laboratory samples. In addition, the professional staff have served as expert witnesses in over 80 mold/IAQ-related cases.

Further information about EDLab and its AIHA accreditation is available on the EDLab website at www.edlab.org. The company may also be reached toll-free at 1-800-422-7873, ext. 802.

SOURCE Pure Air Control Services