タツタ環境分析センター List of Products and Services

We will thoroughly support the "autonomous management of chemical substances." ■ Support for the Introduction of Risk Assessment In autonomous management, the hazards or harmfulness of chemical substances are identified, and risk estimation and evaluation are conducted using simple risk assessment tools (e.g., Create Simple provided by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare). Our experienced occupational health consultants and hygienists will take the lead in supporting the introduction of risk assessments. ■ Personal Exposure Measurement For substances deemed high-risk in the risk assessment, "personal exposure measurement" is required, and measures must be taken. Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center will respond promptly to personal exposure measurements as a "work environment measurement organization." (As of April 1, 2024, concentration standards have been established for 67 substances, with more substances planned for future addition.) * As a member of AOG, collaborating with work environment measurement organizations, we have already established a measurement and evaluation system for 67 substances. We will also respond quickly and establish measurement and evaluation methods for substances added in the future. We will continue to strive for the improvement of occupational health environments.

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We will thoroughly support the "autonomous management of chemical substances." ■ Risk Assessment Implementation Support In autonomous management, the hazards or harmfulness of chemical substances are identified, and risk estimation and evaluation are conducted using simple risk assessment tools (e.g., Create Simple provided by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare). Our experienced occupational health consultants and hygienists will take the lead in supporting the implementation of risk assessments. ■ Personal Exposure Measurement For substances deemed high-risk in the risk assessment, "personal exposure measurement" is required to be conducted, and countermeasures must be taken. The Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center will respond promptly to personal exposure measurements as a "work environment measurement organization." (As of April 1, 2024, concentration standard values have been established for 67 substances, with more substances expected to be added in the future.) *As a member of AOG, collaborating with work environment measurement organizations, we have already established a measurement and evaluation system for 67 substances. We will also respond quickly and establish measurement and evaluation methods for substances added in the future. We will continue to strive for the improvement of occupational health environments.

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We thoroughly support the "autonomous management of chemical substances." ■ Risk Assessment Implementation Support In autonomous management, we identify the hazards or harmfulness of chemical substances and estimate and evaluate risks using simple risk assessment tools (e.g., Create Simple provided by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare). Our experienced occupational health consultants and hygienists will lead the support for implementing risk assessments. ■ Personal Exposure Measurement For substances deemed high risk in the risk assessment, "personal exposure measurement" is required to be conducted, and measures must be taken. Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center responds promptly to personal exposure measurements as a "work environment measurement organization." (As of April 1, 2024, concentration standards have been established for 67 substances, with more substances planned for future addition.) * As a member of AOG, collaborating with work environment measurement organizations, we have already established a measurement and evaluation system for 67 substances. We will also respond quickly to additional substances and establish measurement and evaluation methods. As a leading company, we will continue to strive for the improvement of occupational health environments.

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At Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center Co., Ltd., we conduct "Occupational Health Services." In autonomous management, we identify the hazards or harmfulness of chemical substances and estimate and evaluate risks using simple risk assessment tools (such as Create Simple provided by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare). Our company supports the introduction of risk assessments led by occupational health consultants. 【Features】 ■ Support for the introduction of risk assessments ■ Confirmation measurements (personal exposure measurements) ■ Maintenance of risk assessments *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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"Self-regulated Chemical Substance Management" Traditionally, businesses have prevented labor accidents caused by chemical substances by complying with special regulations. However, in recent years, 80% of the causes of labor accidents have been attributed to "substances not covered by special regulations." In light of this situation, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is requesting that businesses implement self-regulated chemical substance management, where they appropriately carry out risk reduction measures based on their own judgment using Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and other resources, starting from April 2024.

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"Odor" is a type of pollution referred to as "sensory pollution," along with noise and vibration. Our company conducts the following analyses and measurements regulated under the Odor Control Law: - Measurement of the concentration of specific odor substances (currently 22 substances) - Odor index measurement (based on a method using the sense of smell) 【Specific Odor Substances】 These are substances designated under the Odor Control Law that "may cause unpleasant odors and potentially harm the living environment." Currently, 22 substances are designated. 【Analytical Methods】 - Instrumental Analysis Using gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, and spectrophotometry. - Sensory Testing "Sensory testing" involves a panelist, referred to as a tester, smelling air samples collected on-site, diluting the air until the odor is no longer detectable, and determining the odor index (a value representing the odor in relation to human perception). *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We will conduct the necessary investigations for the demolition and renovation work of buildings constructed before September 2006 to determine the presence of asbestos-containing materials. In the essential preliminary survey for demolition work, we will perform a site inspection based on document investigations such as design drawings and finishing schedules. Based on these findings, if there are building materials for which the presence of asbestos is unclear, we will conduct material analysis. Additionally, to confirm that asbestos fibers are not dispersing during construction or other activities, we may analyze the air for asbestos fibers. 【Features】 - Implementation of preliminary surveys in response to legal amendments and asbestos analysis in accordance with JIS standards, etc. - Extensive experience in document investigations based on design drawings and site inspections through visual checks. - Rapid confirmation of the dispersion status of asbestos fibers during construction and other activities.

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We conduct various asbestos surveys and analyses in response to the legal revisions on April 1, 2022, to determine the presence or absence of asbestos use. In the essential pre-survey for demolition work, we conduct a site survey based on document investigations such as design documents and finishing tables. If there are building materials for which the presence of asbestos is unclear, we will collect and analyze samples of those materials. Additionally, when carrying out construction work, we may analyze the air for asbestos fibers to confirm that they are not dispersing. 【Features】 ■ Implementation of pre-surveys in accordance with legal revisions and asbestos analysis compliant with JIS standards, etc. ■ Extensive experience in document investigations based on design documents and site surveys through visual inspections. ■ Rapid confirmation of the dispersion status of asbestos fibers during construction activities.

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There are guidelines issued by the Ministry of the Environment for oil pollution countermeasures, but in reality, there are significant differences depending on the situation at each site. Our company has experienced professionals who have been involved in a series of processes from 【Proposal - Investigation - Countermeasure Proposal - Implementation】 for various oil pollution leakage incidents across the country, enabling us to offer oil leakage countermeasures that are not available from other companies.

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If the presence of PCBs is confirmed in the insulating oil of transformers and capacitors, all items contaminated with that oil will be treated as PCB waste. Examples: containers, iron cores, coils, metal scraps, insulating paper, holding rods (paper scraps, wood chips), etc. Waste that may be contaminated with PCBs must be inspected to determine whether it falls under "high concentration PCB waste," "low concentration PCB waste," or "non-PCB contaminated waste." The Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center conducts PCB analysis for such specially managed industrial waste. The necessary measurement methods and judgment criteria will vary depending on the extent of PCB contamination. If contamination is confirmed, we can provide suggestions based on the situation, so please feel free to contact us. *According to the PCB Special Measures Law, the deadline for the disposal of low concentration PCB waste is March 31, 2027.

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The special measures law for PCBs states that the deadline for the disposal of low-concentration PCB waste is March 31, 2027. By that time, you must confirm whether the insulating oil in the transformers and capacitors you own contains PCBs, and if it does, you must dispose of it properly. At the Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center, we conduct rapid testing of insulating oil from electrical equipment, and if PCBs are detected, we use a simple quantification method to measure the concentration, allowing for quicker determination of the presence of PCBs and the concentration level (low or high concentration) when detected. Same-day service is also available, so please feel free to contact us.

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Are you familiar with "work environment measurement"? In hospital work, there are various hazardous factors that can adversely affect the health of workers. It is necessary to understand the extent to which workers are exposed in workplaces where hazardous factors are present. "Work environment measurement" is conducted to chemically evaluate the presence of harmful substances in order to prevent health disorders among workers and to determine whether the work environment is satisfactory or requires improvement measures. 【Items specified by regulations for each workplace】 ■ Ethylene oxide ■ Xylene ■ Formaldehyde, etc. 【Examples of locations where work environment measurement is conducted】 ■ Areas where gas sterilizers are located within the hospital ■ Indoor workplaces that manufacture or handle Type 1 or Type 2 organic solvents, etc. ■ Pathology laboratories, specimen processing rooms, dissection rooms, autopsy rooms, staining rooms, operating rooms, etc. within the hospital Measurements of specified items for each type of work will be conducted. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We conduct various asbestos surveys and analyses in response to the legal amendments effective April 1, 2022, to determine the presence or absence of asbestos-containing building materials. In the essential pre-survey for demolition work, we perform a site inspection based on document investigations such as design documents and finishing tables, and based on these findings, we analyze building materials if there are any whose asbestos usage is unclear. Additionally, when carrying out construction work, we may analyze airborne asbestos fibers to confirm that asbestos fibers are not dispersing. 【Features】 ■ Asbestos analysis in accordance with JIS standards, etc. ■ Document investigation based on design documents and site inspection through visual observation ■ Confirmation of whether asbestos fibers are dispersing during construction work

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To support the health, safety, and comfortable workplace of workers, we will conduct environmental measurements in the workplace based on Article 65 of the Labor Safety and Health Act and the Work Environment Measurement Act. Measurements will be conducted in indoor workplaces that generate significant dust, as well as in indoor workplaces that produce significant noise and in underground workplaces. Measurements will be carried out for items specified by regulations for each workplace (e.g., dust concentration, noise level, organic solvent concentration, etc.). 【Locations for Work Environment Measurement (Partial)】 - Indoor workplaces that generate significant dust - Indoor workplaces that produce significant noise - Underground workplaces - Workplaces engaged in radiation work - Indoor workplaces that manufacture or handle specific chemical substances - Indoor workplaces that manufacture or handle Type 1 or Type 2 organic solvents, etc., where measurements will be conducted for specified items for each type of work. - Indoor workplaces engaged in certain lead-related work *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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The Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center has established a system to quickly resolve various environmental issues, ranging from the measurement and analysis of dioxins, air quality, and water quality to environmental assessments and soil contamination investigations. Building on our extensive experience and achievements since our founding, we ensure quality while realizing "short delivery times" and "nationwide support," and we flexibly support our customers' business activities by providing a "diverse range of analysis menus." We are here to assist you in solving any problems or concerns you may have in the field of measurement and analysis. Please feel free to consult us about anything. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Water quality testing

Dioxins include 75 types of PCDDs, 135 types of PCDFs, and 12 types of DL-PCBs, and since the toxicity varies for each isomer, it is required to accurately quantify the identified isomers. Due to the extremely low levels of quantification, high-level techniques are required for the cleanup of contaminants, and measurement methods using high-precision instruments are necessary. *The analysis results of dioxins are evaluated by multiplying the measured concentration calculated for each isomer by the toxicity equivalence factor (TEF). [Sample Collection] - Exhaust gas: Collected using JIS Type I or II - Ambient air: Collected using a high-volume air sampler - Water quality: Sampled in the required amount in a sampling container (sampling volume: 3L for wastewater, 12L for environmental water) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Soil contamination includes cases where specific harmful substances used at business sites such as factories have permeated the ground and contaminated the soil, as well as situations where contamination is of natural origin. The Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act aims to understand the situation of soil contamination caused by such specific harmful substances and to prevent health damage to humans due to soil contamination. A total of 27 substances are designated as specific harmful substances, and the standards regarding contamination are defined as "standards based on the amount leached into the testing solution of specific harmful substances concerning soil contamination from the perspective of groundwater (soil leaching standards)" and "standards based on the content of specific harmful substances concerning soil contamination from the perspective of direct ingestion (soil content standards)." Under the Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act, there is an obligation to conduct a soil contamination status investigation and report the results in the following three cases. Furthermore, soil investigations are to be conducted by designated investigation agencies specified by the Ministry of the Environment.

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To ensure the health and safety of workers and create a comfortable workplace, we will conduct environmental measurements in the workplace based on Article 65 of the Labor Safety and Health Act and the Work Environment Measurement Act. Various harmful factors, such as dust, organic solvents, and noise, exist in the workplace environment. The process of removing these harmful factors and ensuring and maintaining an appropriate working environment is called work environment management. In advancing work environment management, understanding the extent to which harmful factors exist in the work environment and the level of exposure for workers operating in that environment is referred to as work environment measurement. Qualified personnel are required for work environment measurement, and our company has many qualified professionals on staff. 1. Improvement proposals for the workplace We will work with our clients on work environment management, from evaluation to improvement of the work environment. 2. Rapid response to new regulated substances We are quick to respond to sampling and analysis of new regulated substances. 3. Response to various substances with established permissible concentration limits We handle sampling and analysis of substances for which permissible concentration limits have been established by the Japan Society for Occupational Health and the American Conference of Governmental and Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH). *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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In recent years, residential buildings have become more susceptible to indoor air pollution from chemicals emitted by building materials due to their high airtightness and thermal insulation. In particular, in newly built or renovated homes, the emergence of symptoms such as eye and nasal pain, headaches, dizziness, and nausea in occupants has made "sick house syndrome" a significant social issue. Therefore, our company conducts measurement and evaluation of substances that cause sick house syndrome. Main analytical instruments: - Gas Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer (GC/MS) - High-Performance Liquid Chromatograph (HPLC)

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Our company conducts analysis and olfactory measurements of odor substances (22 substances) at the boundary lines of factories and business sites in accordance with the Odor Control Law. There are mainly two methods for odor analysis: - "Instrumental Analysis Method" An analysis method using gas chromatography and spectrophotometry. - "Olfactory Measurement Method" (measurement of odor index, sensory testing) A method that utilizes human olfaction to quantify the strength of odors against complex smells. It is also possible to investigate the removal efficiency of deodorization facilities at each site.

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PCB waste is subject to the Waste Management Law (promulgated in December 1970) and the PCB Special Measures Law (promulgated in June 2001), which require notifications regarding the storage and disposal conditions, as well as the obligation to carry out appropriate disposal by March 2027. PCB waste must be classified as either high concentration or low concentration based on its content, and it is necessary to process it at appropriate treatment facilities, which requires measuring the PCB content in advance. Furthermore, from April 1, 2010, publicly listed companies and their consolidated subsidiaries are subject to the "Accounting Standards for Asset Retirement Obligations," and PCB waste defined under the PCB Special Measures Law requires the removal costs of PCBs to be recorded as "asset retirement obligations" in liabilities.

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In the "Measurement Methods for Low Concentration PCB Containing Waste" published in September 2014, measurement methods for low concentration PCB containing waste regarding paint film debris (waste paint film) from structures such as bridges were presented. In the revision in October 2019 (4th edition), additional methods for determining whether a substance qualifies as low concentration PCB contamination were included, and measurement using mass spectrometers such as GC/HRMS was specified as the analytical method for paint film debris (waste paint film).

• Contract Inspection

Insulating oil: A rapid assessment method is conducted, and if PCB is detected, a simple quantitative method is used to measure the concentration, allowing for quicker and more cost-effective measurements. Waste: We accommodate various types of waste by measuring with high-resolution GC-MS (GC-HRMS) as per your request.

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To pursue "monozukuri" (manufacturing), ensuring the quality of materials, which are positioned at the most upstream level, is a crucial factor. Our company conducts analysis of environmentally hazardous substances in products (such as phthalates, heavy metals, halogens, etc.), as well as examinations of contaminants, foreign substances, corrosion, degradation, discoloration, and more. We perform quality evaluations through compositional analysis of resin and metal materials, as well as cause analysis of product defects and failures. Additionally, we analyze and evaluate compliance with regulations related to products and materials (such as the RoHS directive). 【Features】 - We respond to diverse needs by utilizing our expertise and experience gained from analyzing wire materials, applying our organic and inorganic material analysis and evaluation techniques. - In addition to RoHS analysis, we accommodate various analysis items, including physical property evaluations (such as flash point, viscosity, etc.) and defect analyses (such as foreign substances, discoloration, corrosion, degradation, etc.). *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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Rivers, lakes, seas, surface water, groundwater, sewage, and drainage are closely related to our daily lives. Water quality analysis measures harmful substances contained in river water, pool water, sewage discharge, industrial effluent, and tap water to protect human health and ecosystems. It regularly checks whether these substances comply with various standards set by laws such as the Water Pollution Prevention Act, the Sewerage Act, and the Water Supply Act, or investigates them whenever contamination is suspected. Utilizing our nationwide network, we also respond to on-site measurements of samples from various locations and make compliance judgments regarding environmental standards and discharge standards established by the government, such as the Water Pollution Prevention Act and the Sewerage Act. Our company has numerous analytical cases, including environmental water quality testing and sewage discharge water quality testing.

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Water (tap water, drinking water), which is indispensable in our lives, has a significant impact on health as it is directly consumed in our diet. The Water Supply Act establishes 51 water quality standards to ensure the supply of safe and high-quality drinking water, and regular inspections are conducted to determine whether these standards are met. 【Related Regulations】 - Drinking Water Quality Inspection (tap water, well water) - Drinking Water Inspection for Simple Dedicated Water Supply and Specific Buildings 【Inspection Frequency】 - According to the Enforcement Regulations of the Water Supply Act

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The Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center conducts "nuclide analysis and radiation dose rate measurement." "Nuclide analysis of water quality, food, etc." Precise analysis of radioactive iodine-131 and cesium-137 and 134 is carried out using a germanium semiconductor detector. "Radiation dose rate measurement" Involves workers visiting the site to measure the spatial radiation dose rate of gamma rays and other radiation using a scintillation detector survey meter.

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The RoHS directive refers to the chemical substance management directive based on Directive 2011/65/EU adopted by the EU (European Union). In July 2019, the RoHS2 directive added regulated substances (phthalate esters). Originally, it was a directive aimed at electronic components, but it also overlaps with the ELV directive (for end-of-life vehicles) and the WEEE directive (for waste electrical and electronic equipment). Today, it is also aligned with the regulatory targets of various companies' green procurement guidelines. At the Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center, we conduct 'RoHS analysis.' *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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