Environmental Sample Testing

Direct Microscopy (optical): Mould Testing, Fire Residues (Soot, Char, Ash), Particle Identification
Viable microorganisms (Mould, Yeast, Bacteria, E coli & Coliforms)

Asbestos fibre identification and airborne fibre monitoring & counting
We provide quick turnaround of results, normally 3-5 days.

Same or next day results options are available and may incur small additional charge.

Mould Yeast Bacteria Air Testing

SESALAB Laboratory Testing Services

SESALab is the environmental testing laboratory of SESA-Safety & Environmental Services Australia. SESALab operates under ISO/IEC 17025 General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories, and is NATA accredited for mould testing (air and surface samples), asbestos and synthetic mineral fibre monitoring and fibre counting and asbestos fibre identification in bulk samples and in soil.

SESALab team comprises highly qualified specialised professionals in occupational hygiene, microbiology, mycology, chemistry and indoor air quality.

SESALAB was the first laboratory in Australia to become NATA accredited to perform mould analysis by direct microscopy to ASTM standard methods. Accreditation for other microbiology and direct microscopy tests is currently in progress.

SESALAB team will consult with you on the most appropriate test methods to use for your samples, or the type of samples that may be appropriate for your investigation and will provide you with guidance and data interpretation where required.

SESALAB team is willing to provide services after working hours or even mobilise a field laboratory if required.

SESALAB Clients include

    • Occupational Hygienists
    • Asbestos assessors and hazardous materials consultants
    • Building biologists
    • Building inspectors
    • Licensed asbestos and hazardous materials remediation contractors
    • Building, renovation and demolition firms
    • Civil and environmental works contractors
    • Certified mould remediators and building restoration firms
    • Homeowners and commercial/industrial building managers
    • Schools, hospitals/health care facilities, retirement villages, libraries, museums
    • Insurance, loss adjusters, real estate and legal firms.
Asbestos Testing

Microbiology and Chemical Sample Testing Offered by SESALAB

Asbestos testing-air monitoring & fibre counting

Asbestos Testing

    • Asbestos fibre identification analysis for bulk samples and soil (NATA accredited to AS4964)
    • Gravimetric analysis of asbestos in soil to NEPM/WA Guidelines (Non-NATA)
    • Asbestos fibre air monitoring and fibre counting (NATA accredited) in accordance with Guidance Note on the Membrane Filter Method for Estimating Airborne Asbestos Fibres 2nd Edition
    • Synthetic mineral fibre (SMF) air monitoring and fibre counting (NATA accredited) in accordance with Guidance Note on the Membrane Filter Method for the Estimation of Airborne Synthetic Mineral Fibres

Use the form below to submit 1-3 samples.

Deliver, post or courier safely packaged samples to SESALAB at Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

For batches of larger sample numbers, please download and complete the “Chain of Custody Form” below and email to SESALAB or include in the samples batch.

Deliver, post or courier safely packaged samples to SESALAB at Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

Mould Testing & Non-Fungal Particles Analysis by Direct Microscopy Examination (DME)

    • Laboratory analysis of airborne mould samples (NATA accredited) collected on spore trap cassette or slit impactor (eg. Air-O-Cell, Allergenco-D, SKC VersaTrap, MouldSnap, Micro5 Posi-Track). The samples are analysed in accordance with the Method ASTM D7391 – 17e1 Standard Test Method for Categorization and Quantification of Airborne Fungal Structures in an Inertial Impaction Sample by Optical Microscopy
    • Laboratory analysis of surface mould samples (NATA accredited) collected on tape (eg. cellophane tape, fungi tape, biotape), swabs or bulk materials such as plasterboard, wallpaper, pieces of carpets, insulation material, dust, wood and other matrices. The samples are analysed in accordance with ASTM Standard Designation: D7658 – 17 Standard Test Method for Direct Microscopy of Fungal Structures from Tape
    • Laboratory analysis of combustion fire residues – Soot, Char, Ash and assemblage analysis by direct microscopy examination of air and surface samples. Soon to be NATA accredited
    • Laboratory analysis of fungal and non-fungal particulates – comprehensive microscopy analysis suite of air and surface samples (Mould, Pollen, Combustion Particles (Soot, Char, Ash), Skin Cell Fragments, Fibres (Cellulosic/Synthetic), Fibreglass, Biogenic Particles, Corrosion & Friction Particles, Insects & Parts and Crystalline Mineral Particles). Soon to be NATA accredited.

Use the form below to submit 1-3 samples.

Deliver, post or courier safely packaged samples to SESALAB at Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

For batches of larger sample numbers, please download and complete the “Chain of Custody Form” below and email to SESALAB or include in the samples batch.

Deliver, post or courier safely packaged samples to SESALAB at Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

Mould Testing Laboratory
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Mould testing-viable mould

Viable Mould & Bacteria Testing by Culture

    • Laboratory analysis of viable mould, yeast and bacteria – air plates (impaction), settle plates, gelatine filters, surface swabs, bulk samples and liquid. Soon to be NATA accredited

Use the form below to submit 1-3 samples.

Deliver, post or courier safely packaged samples to SESALAB at Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

For batches of larger sample numbers, please download and complete the “Chain of Custody Form” below and email to SESALAB or include in the samples batch.

Deliver, post or courier safely packaged samples to SESALAB at Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

E coli & Coliforms Testing

    • Laboratory analysis of E Coli & Coliforms – in surface swabs and other media as indicators of surface contamination.

Use the form below to submit 1-3 samples.

Deliver, post or courier safely packaged samples to SESALAB at Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

For batches of larger sample numbers, please download and complete the “Chain of Custody Form” below and email to SESALAB or include in the samples batch.

Deliver, post or courier safely packaged samples to SESALAB at Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

Mould,Yeast Bacteria Testing Surface Swab Sample Analysis (E coli & coliforms)

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phone consultation or to discuss your requirements with us.

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Sending Samples with Courier or Drop off

You can send the samples by Express Post, courier or drop of in person at reception or in the sample submission drop box located at the front door of our unit at:

SESA-Safety & Environmental Services Australia

Unit 53/3 Kelso Crescent, Moorebank, NSW, 2170

The chain of custody form can also be obtained from SESALAB reception at the time of samples drop off.

Arranging Pickup From Work Site

For certain samples we can arrange pickup of your samples by courier with prior arrangement. A fee for the service would apply.

SESALAB accepts no responsibility or liability of costs on any samples damaged or lost in transit.

Samples Labeling & Packaging

Please ensure all samples submitted to SESALAB are correctly labelled with identifier and are safely packaged. The chain of custody form should accompany the samples batch. Alternatively, if not possible to complete the chain of custody form in time, the completed form can be emailed to lab@sesa.com.au. Note that the lab is unable to process samples without a completed chain of custody form.

Onsite Testing Facility

For large projects, we offer to deploy an onsite testing facility on a temporary basis and as allowed under our NATA accreditation.

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