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Radioactivity Testing of Water

Radioactive Substances in Water—whether Naturally Occurring or Anthropogenic— Pose Serious Public Health and Regulatory concerns. Exposure to even Low Levels of Radiation over time may result in Adverse Health Effects. That’s why Radiological Monitoring of Water has become a Critical Component in Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliance and Environmental Risk Assessment.

At EFRAC, we are proud to introduce Radioactivity Testing of Water, providing Quantitative Analysis of Gross Alpha and Gross Beta Activity in various types of Water. Our Testing procedures are aligned with the latest Indian Standards ensuring Scientifically Accurate and Defensible results.

Types of Water Tested

EFRAC is equipped with specialized alpha and beta radiation counting systems, featuring:

High sensitivity detection for trace-level radioactivity
Low background interference setup for improved measurement precision
Standardized calibration protocols as per BIS requirements
Comprehensive data logging and reporting systems for audit-ready outputs

Our dedicated environmental and water testing division ensures that each sample is processed under stringent quality control measures.

Applications & Use Cases

Drinking Water (Municipal, Well, RO and Borewell)as per IS 10500 : 2012 Specification and WHO Ed4
Packaged Drinking Water, Treated Water and Purifies Water as per IS 14543 : 2024 Specification
Packaged Natural Mineral Water as per IS 13428 : 2024 Specification
Water for Industrial Use and Process Applications as per Client Requirements
Waste Water/Effluent Water as per EPA 1986, CPCB and State Pollution Control Board

Whether for Regulatory Clearance, Quality Monitoring or Environmental Audits, Our Capabilities support diverse sectors including Municipal Bodies, Food & Beverage Industries, Pharmaceuticals and Environmental Consultancies.

Services

Radioactivity Parameters Covered

We conduct Quantitative Measurement of the following Radiological Parameters:

Gross Alpha Activity – Detects Alpha Radiation emitted by Radioactive particles such as Polonium, Radium-226, and Uranium-238 (if present), indicating long-term Health Risks.
Gross Beta Activity – Measures Beta-Emitting Radionuclides such as Potassium-40 or Strontium-90, essential for Determining Water Safety for Human Consumption.
Alpha Emitters (α) – Specific identification of Naturally Occurring Alpha-Emitting Isotopes.
Beta Emitters (β) – Monitoring of Low-Level Beta Radiation from Possible Industrial or Geological Sources.

These Analyses are Essential for Evaluating Radiological Safety and Ensuring Compliance with Regulatory Norms on Radioactive Contaminants in Drinking Water.

Method References Followed

Our Procedures are Fully Compliant with the Latest Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Methods:

IS 14194(Part 1):2023 – Methods for Determination of Gross Alpha Activity in Water
IS 14194(Part 2):2022 – Methods for Determination of Gross Beta Activity in Water

Our Laboratory Operates with Strict adherence to Method Validation, Sampling Protocols and Quality Control Guidelines to Ensure Accurate, Traceable, and Reproducible Results.