This analysis tests for the the presence of Fecal and Total Coliform in compost.
WHAT ARE THE LIMITS FOR FECAL COLIFORM AND SALMONELLA IN CLASS A COMPOST?
Fecal Coliform and / or Salmonella are routinely used as pathogen reduction indicators. The Fecal Coliform needs to be < 1000 MPN / gram of dry compost (MPN = Most Probable Number) or the Salmonella result needs to be < 3 MPN / 4 grams of dry compost for the compost to be classified as a CLASS A Compost. Your report has the parameter “Pathogen Reduction – PASS / FAIL” listed below the result for Fecal Coliform . Pathogen Reduction and 503 Heavy Metals are the only two parameters where a compost can actually “FAIL” as a Class A Compost
Results are reported as MPN/g dry and Pass or Fail according to USCC guidelines.
NOTE: Sample must be shipped overnight in an insulated container with ice packs.
Minimum Sample Size Required: 3 cups
Turnaround Time: 5 - 7 business days
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What are your business hours?
Our office is open Monday thru Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. We do close for major holidays, so we recommend ordering your testing and sending your sample early if a holiday is coming up. You can always reach us by email. Just send us a message at info@tpslab.com
When will I get my results?
We understand that you need your results as soon as possible. That is why we make sure to begin processing your samples as soon as they arrive at our laboratory. When the results are ready, we will email them to the email address you provided on your submittal form. The list below will give you an idea of our usual turnaround times.
Soil Tests: 5-7 Business days
Water Tests: 5 - 7 Business days
Plants Tests: 24 - 48 Hours
Compost Tests: 7 - 14 Business days
Fertilizer Tests: 3 - 5 Business days
Heavy Metals Test: 7 - 14 Business days
We offer a rush option for an additional 50% of the testing cost, but we would encourage you to give yourself time to test before you get to a point where a rush is needed.
