International health Request a water quality test

We test water samples from shore side bunkering points and from a variety of vessels including cruise ships, Ro-Ro ferries, merchant vessels, small passenger vessels and pleasure craft that dock at Mersey Port.

What do you test for?

We can take water samples for bacteriological testing including analysis for E.coli, coliforms, Aerobic Colony Counts or Legionella.

When we receive the results, a laboratory report will be sent to you along with the certificate.

We also provide advice on cleaning regimes and chemical safety. 

How much is this service?

Request a water sampling visit

This service is provided Monday to Thursday, but not on bank holidays.

If you would like us to test the water quality on your vessel, you can request a water sampling visit. Please use our request a visit form and select the 'water sampling' option.  

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