Mitigating Combustible Dust Hazards in California

LA Testing provides combustible dust laboratory testing services, sampling supplies, and air monitoring instruments to protect workers and communities, and to help companies comply with health and safety regulations.

Huntington Beach, California, January 19, 2026 Combustible dust testing is a critical safety measure for any facility that handles fine particulate materials such as wood, metal, grain, sugar, or chemicals. Even small amounts of dust can pose serious explosion and fire risks when dispersed in the air under certain conditions and exposed to an ignition source.   Testing allows companies to identify whether the materials they manage are combustible and to what degree. By understanding the specific properties of their dust,.......[Read More] [All News]

Increased Legionella Risks in Seasonal or Underused Buildings in California

LA Testing offers PCR and traditional culture methods to quickly and accurately identify the pathogen that causes Legionnaires’ disease and Pontiac fever from environmental samples.

Huntington Beach, California, January 15, 2026 As California businesses, schools, and property managers respond to winter breaks and seasonal slowdowns, LA Testing, the state’s leading laboratory for Legionella analysis, is reminding building owners and facility operators about the increased risk of Legionella growth in water systems during periods of low occupancy or disuse. When buildings experience reduced water flow, such as during holiday closures, partial shutdowns, or reduced staffing periods, the stagnant water.......[Read More] [All News]

Protecting Patients, Consumers, and Communities from Clostridium and Other Dangerous Microbes

LA Testing offers environmental, infection control, food, and product testing services to identify a wide range of bacteria and fungi associated with foodborne illnesses, and community and healthcare-associated infections.

Huntington Beach, California, January 13, 2026 Clostridium, a genus of more than 160 known species of anaerobic, Gram-positive bacteria, is commonly found in soil, water, and the intestinal tracts of humans and animals. While some species have beneficial industrial applications, others are serious human pathogens that can enter the body through wounds or the digestive system. Notable examples include:  Clostridium perfringens – A spore-forming bacterium responsible for nearly one million foodborne illnesses in the.......[Read More] [All News]

Potential Exposure Risks from Aging Asbestos Water Pipes in California

LA Testing offers asbestos testing services, sampling supplies, air monitoring instruments, inspection tools, and personal protective equipment to identify and mitigate contact with asbestos-containing materials.

Huntington Beach, California, January 9, 2026 Concerned officials have been raising awareness about potential asbestos exposure risks from aging water infrastructure throughout California. Many water mains installed before the 1980s were constructed using asbestos cement (AC) pipes, materials once valued for their strength and corrosion resistance but now recognized as potential health hazards when damaged or deteriorated.   As these asbestos cement pipes age, they can become brittle and prone to cracking. Construction,.......[Read More] [All News]

National Radon Action Month Highlights the Importance of Testing California Homes and Buildings

LA Testing provides radon and indoor environmental quality testing services, supplies, and test kits to help identify exposure risks across the state.

Huntington Beach, California, January 5, 2026 January marks National Radon Action Month, a nationwide initiative to raise awareness about the health risks of radon exposure and the importance of testing indoor environments. According to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), winter is the ideal season to test for this invisible and odorless radioactive gas. Radon has been detected in every county in California, and CDPH urges all residents to test their homes. Radon forms naturally from the decay of uranium found.......[Read More] [All News]

Preventing Pontiac Fever and Legionnaires’ Disease with Rapid Legionella Detection

LA Testing provides advanced laboratory services and sampling supplies to detect Legionella from environmental samples to support effective prevention strategies.

Huntington Beach, California, December 30, 2025 Legionella bacteria are naturally present in freshwater environments, but they can become a serious health hazard when allowed to grow and spread in human-made water systems. Inhalation of contaminated mist or droplets is the most common route of exposure, while aspiration of contaminated drinking water poses an additional risk. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Legionella can thrive in building water systems such as: Showerheads and sink.......[Read More] [All News]

Formaldehyde Exposure Risks in California Homes, Schools, and Businesses

LA Testing offers indoor air quality and material testing services to identify formaldehyde and other chemical exposure risks to protect the public and to help companies comply with California emission standards.

Huntington Beach, California, December 19, 2025 LA Testing, California’s leading environmental and industrial hygiene testing laboratory, is raising awareness about the potential health risks associated with formaldehyde exposure in indoor environments. Formaldehyde, a colorless gas with a strong odor, is commonly used in building materials, furniture, and various household products. The compound can be released over time from pressed-wood products, paints, adhesives, and fabrics, contributing to poor indoor air quality in.......[Read More] [All News]

Indoor Air Quality Risks During California’s Winter Months

LA Testing provides laboratory testing services, sampling supplies, easy-to-use test kits, building inspection tools, and monitoring instruments to help identify exposure concerns in the built environment.

Huntington Beach, California, December 17, 2025 As Californians prepare for cooler temperatures, LA Testing is raising awareness about the hidden dangers of poor indoor air quality (IAQ) during the winter months. When temperatures drop, homeowners and facility managers often seal their buildings to conserve heat, inadvertently trapping pollutants, allergens, and moisture that can compromise indoor air quality. Indoor contaminants, such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, mold, sewer gas, radon,.......[Read More] [All News]