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Human Pathogens and Toxins Act

ATTENTION: PERSONS HANDLING HUMAN PATHOGENS AND TOXINS
On June 23rd, 2009, the Government of Canada passed the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act. This Act is designed to protect the health and safety of the public against the risks posed by human pathogens and toxins. Under this Act, persons responsible for activities involving human pathogens and toxins are required to register their laboratory or facility by September 21st, 2009.

To register and to get more information, please visit www.publichealth.gc.ca/pathogens or call 1-877-842-5590.

Standard Test Method for Categorization and Quantification of Airborne Fungal Structures in an Inertial Impaction Sample by Optical Microscopy

The ASTM International has published the first standard method for enumeration and identification of spores collected on inertial impactors. Currently, there are significant differences in the methods used by labs to analyse spore traps. These differences have made comparison of results from various labs difficult. The method “ASTM D7391 – 09 Standard Test Method for Categorization and Quantification of Airborne Fungal Structures in an Inertial Impaction Sample by Optical Microscopy” will help the labs using this method to analyse samples in a similar manner.

However, the standard is unlikely to overcome the limitations of spore traps but it is a good start in developing scientifically sound standard methods for analysis of spore traps. The standard also leaves the interpretation of results to the individual consultants. For details about the standard, visit http://www.astm.org/Standards/D7391.htm.

MBL on Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin

Mold & Bacteria Consulting Laboratories (MBL) is now utilizing popular social media networks, twitter, linkedin and facebook to get our message to the public.

As one of Canada’s leading Environmental Microbiology Laboratory we decided to utilize these social networks to connect with the public and indoor air quality (IAQ) professionals. Our goal is to provide free, accurate informational tips regarding indoor mold and bacteria.

Those interested can follow us on twitter, facebook and linkedin. Become MBL fans on facebook.

Winners Of The Mold Training Course

MBL is happy to announce the winners of the mold training course at the AIHce Expo 2009 held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

Congratulations to the following lucky winners of the mold training course “How to Recognize Indoor Mold, Develop Effective Sampling Strategies, And Interpret Laboratory Results”

Name: Brad Walker
Company: MWI Consultants, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Name: Melissa Smith
Company: Transuranic Waste Processing Center, Lenoir City, Tennessee, USA

Name: Vic Nersesian
Company: Construction Control Inc., Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada

Name: Alan Avrich
Company: HSMS LLC, Fulton, New York, USA

Name: Wil Pulfer
Company: Wilco Health & Safety Ltd, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

MBL at the AIHce Expo 2009 (booth number 311) held at the Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front Street West.

To schedule for the training course, please check for available dates and locations at www.moldbacteria.com/training.html.

All winners must take the course by December 31, 2009. For registering, please call 905-290-9101. Winners must cover the cost of their travel, accommodation and meals.

Microbiology Laboratory Services

Do you have a testing laboratory that is flexible to your needs and can offer guidance?

When you need your samples tested, we believe you shouldn’t have to wait. If you’re looking for a testing laboratory that can guide you through the test results, then you will want to watch this important three minute presentation from MBL.

3-Minute Video: Click To Watch!
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