An Area by Area Lab Composite Screening Assessment (AxALC) is a precautionary meth screening test used where there is some suspicion of meth related behaviour occurring.
The purpose is to qualify (Stage 1 Composite Group Reporting) the presence of meth in a property and if needs be quantify (Stage 2 Individual Sample Reporting) the distribution of meth in the property.
Sampling ALL key areas in the property, means you have high confidence if meth is present or not.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Even though individual results can be obtained, this service does not meet the definition of a Detailed Assessment under NZS8510:2017. Completion of a Detailed assessment is a requirement of the Residential Tenancies (Managing Methamphetamine Contamination) Regulations 2026 if a determination of contamination is to be made.
OUR PROCESS
Individual (discrete) samples are taken from key areas within the property, including bedrooms, kitchen, lounge, hallway, bathroom, laundry and other living spaces, including garage and other outbuildings, and sent to the laboratory.
The laboratory then composites the samples into groups of up to 10 samples for analysis.
Sampling follows the NIOSH 9111 sampling technique, aligned with NZS8510 and the regulatory requirements associated with the Residential Tenancies (Managing Methamphetamine Contamination) Regulations 2026.
Suspicion of meth-related behaviour means further action is more likely, so we collect more information while on site, including the floor plan of sample site locations. Additional sampling may occur where rangehoods, extractor fans, heat pumps, ventilation systems or other high-risk materials are present.
If needs be, individual samples can be processed so the distribution of meth contamination and conclusions regarding indications of contamination can be made.
Advantages
- One to two samples taken in each key area of the property based on material types present.
- Composite analysis keeps initial testing costs lower than full discrete/individual sample analysis – you only pay for what you need
- Individual samples are held at the lab so they can be re-analysed if contamination is detected
- Individual results can support Tenancy Tribunal matters
- If required, the individual results can contribute to the preparation of a Detailed Assessment Report – avoiding repetition and keeping costs down
Disadvantages
- More information collected means more time and cost
- If contamination is detected, additional laboratory processing or further sampling may be required
- Additional sampling may be required to meet the minimum requirements for a Detailed Assessment.
SERVICE STANDARDS AND PRICE
We generally get on site within 48 hours of booking.
Price is based on speed of reporting and property size
We offer a 3-day and 2-day turnaround from the date the samples are taken
Pricing starts from $375 + GST. Give us a call to provide an accurate quote.
Your results and covering report will be provided within 2–3 working days from the date samples are taken.
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