Worcestershire Scientific Services Official Opening

The new laboratory for Worcestershire Scientific Services was officially opened on Wednesday 31st March 2010. The service had recently relocated from Stourport to purpose-built modern facilities in Worcester.

Councillor John Cairns, Chairman of Worcestershire County Council, performed the official opening, which was also attended by The President of the APA, Dr. Duncan Campbell, who spoke of his pleasure at seeing a new Public Analyst laboratory being opened.

 Dr. Campbell said:

In these difficult economic times it is reassuring to see that Worcestershire County Council is prepared to invest in and commit to the future of Worcestershire Scientific Services. The public, officers and legitimate businesses of the county will benefit as will their client authorities and the wider Public Analyst Service.

The head of the laboratory, Liz Moran, said:

I am delighted that the Council values the service provided by the laboratory and has been willing to invest in its future. Myself and Paul (Hancock) can now concentrate on developing the service to meet the challenges that future enforcement work will bring.

The opening of the laboratory was well reported in the Worcester News

Notes

Worcestershire Scientific Services offers ISO17025 accredited testing and consultancy to a wide range of clients. The service is divided into three main areas of work:

Food – The service acts as Public Analyst and Agricultural Analyst laboratory for more than 20 local authorities offering a comprehensive portfolio of testing. Food and feed composition, nutrition information, additives, contaminants and labelling are some of the many areas of work. The service specialises in DNA analysis concentrating on meat and fish speciation, allergens and genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food.

Consumer Safety – Testing of toys, cosmetics, textiles, candles and other household items for compliance with safety requirements.

Occupational Hygiene – surveying, monitoring and testing of public buildings for asbestos, supervision of asbestos removal contractors and asbestos awareness training.