PFAS Awareness and Action: Protect Your Business and Community with Enviro Sampling Solutions

06 Sep 2024

Published in: Member News

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PFAS or 'Forever Chemicals'. Making you aware of the health risks to exposure of these chemicals.

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PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals,’ are increasingly becoming a concern for businesses and communities alike. Are you aware of how they might be impacting your operations or environment?”

PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are a growing concern for businesses and communities. These man-made chemicals are highly persistent due to their strong carbon-fluorine bonds, resisting breakdown and accumulating in the environment and human bodies over time. But do you know how PFAS might be impacting your operations or local environment?

What Are PFAS and Where Are They Found?

PFAS (poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances) are used in a wide range of products for their water and oil-repellent properties. They can be found in:

• Food packaged or processed with PFAS materials.

• Household and commercial products like nonstick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, and firefighting foams.

• Workplaces involved in production (e.g., electronics, oil recovery) and firefighting.

• Drinking water and soil near manufacturing sites, landfills, or airports.

To see the locations where PFAS contamination has been identified across the UK, check out the Watershed Pollution Map created by Watershed Investigations.

https://felt.com/map/Watershed-Pollution-Map-iuFN9CL8cRxuoFx80PzijoD?loc=53.546,-3.288,7.02z

Why Should Businesses Care?

There are a host of health risks associated with PFAS exposure, including cancer, liver and thyroid damage, increase in blood pressure and cholesterol levels and can contaminate soil, water and air. Many businesses may unknowingly contribute to or be affected by PFAS contamination, financial loss, and reputational damage.

How Enviro Sampling Solutions Can Help?

PFAS sampling and analysis can be complex, but Enviro Sampling Solutions makes it easy. We specialize in:

• Site assessments to identify potential PFAS contamination risks.

• Accurate sampling of soil, water, and air to ensure representative data.

• Regulatory compliance support to help your business stay ahead of changing laws.

Protect your business, employees, and community by understanding PFAS risks and taking proactive action with Enviro Sampling Solutions.

Contact us: sarup.chand@esslimited.uk