Health and Safety

When to Perform Radioactivity Testing: Ensuring Safety and Compliance

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 27, 2023

Radioactivity levels in food products and the environment is highly regulated and requires laboratory testing

image of a field scientist performing radiation testing near a nuclear reactor. The scene captures the careful and precise nature of environmental monitoring in potentially hazardous environments, highlighting the importance of safety and accuracy in radiation testing.

Guide to Fungus Testing and Analysis for Laboratories

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 22, 2023

Fungus testing can prevent a wide range of problems, from food contamination to infections in healthcare settings.

image showing different fungus strains under a microscope, highlighting distinct fungal structures with detailed textures and vibrant colors, set in a laboratory environment.

Navigating CLIA Laboratory Testing: A Guide to Compliance and Excellence

By Editorial Team | Feb 9, 2023

CLIA laboratory testing represents the backbone of quality diagnostics in healthcare.

Toxicological Risk Assessment (TRA): Ensuring Safety in Product Development

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 7, 2023

By identifying and evaluating the potential risks posed by toxic substances, TRA helps protect public health, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the development of safer products.

image of a gloved hand in a laboratory taking a sample from a cosmetic product, emphasizing the precision required in cosmetic product safety testing

Antibiotics in Food – 3rd Annual Report Released

By Editorial Team | Feb 6, 2023

In the third annual "Chain Reaction" report, the most popular US fast food chains are graded on their use of antibiotics in food, specifically meat, as well as their policies and meat sourcing practices. Historically, antibiotics have been given to animals that...

CLP Regulation on Substances and Mixtures

By Editorial Team | Feb 2, 2023

Protecting the environment is a primary goal of CLP regulations

CDC Biosafety Levels: BSL-1, BSL-2, BSL-3, BSL-4

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 31, 2023

From the minimal risk of BSL-1 to the extreme precautions of BSL-4, each level represents a carefully calibrated set of standards to ensure that scientific work can proceed without compromising safety.

image depicting a modern laboratory door with a Biosafety Level 4 (BSL-4) symbol

A Labor Day Thank You to Everyone Ensuring Employee Safety!

By Editorial Team | Jan 14, 2023

While Labor Day often means time off of work to barbeque with friends and family, lounge beachside, or just relax Indoors, Contract Laboratory would like to take the time to remind everyone about the importance of employee safety. So, why you are enjoying your...