Independent laboratory and consultancy services specialising in environmental analysis and technical support
Trusted by the UK waste, recycling, and land-based sectors since 1999
Independent Analysis and Assessments
Analytical Services
- Microbiological evaluation & testing
- Physical properties testing
- Chemical analysis
- Bioaerosol analysis
- Gravimetric analysis of respirable, thoracic & inhalable aerosols
Workplace Assessments
- Bioaerosol evaluation
- Noise assessment
- Dust monitoring
- Legionella sampling & risk assessment
- Air quality investigations
Technical Consultancy
- Site Specific Bioaerosol Risk Assessments (SSBRA)
- Product & process development
- Technical investigation
- Safe system guidance
- COSHH, HACCP & Risk Assessment
Who We Work With
D&F Associates is an independent laboratory and specialist consultancy with a reputation built on integrity and impartiality. We provide confidential, evidence-based support to organisations and professionals in a wide range of sectors across the UK, including:
- Waste Management Operators
- Recycling Facilities
- Household Waste Recycling Facilities
- Compost Producers
- Mechanical Biological Treatment Plants (MBTs)
- Material Recycling Facilities (MRFs)
- Waste Collection Operators
- Energy from Waste Facilities
- Environmental Consultants
- Health and Safety Consultants
- Occupational Health Providers
- Workplace Hygiene Practitioners
- Compliance Managers
- Air Quality Specialists
- Facilities Managers
- Horticulture Advisors
- Local Authorities
- Regulators
- Housing Associations
- Commercial Developers
- Residential Care Providers
- Planning Consultants
- Project Managers
Why Choose D&F Associates?
Experienced consultants and laboratory services to support critical decision-making when reliability, integrity, and sector understanding are essential.
Over 25 years’ supporting the waste, recycling, and agriculture sectors with data driven, practical insights and clear reporting.
Trusted compost analysts since 1999, delivering consistent, reliable results to support producers to demonstrate quality, safety, and compliance.
Established track record with over 1,600 bioaerosol assessments prepared providing evidence for planning, environmental permits, and occupational risk assessments.
Class II microbiology laboratory, physical testing facilities, and plant growth room delivering impartial analysis for quality control, regulatory compliance, and process decision-making.
Looking for an independent laboratory and technical consultants with a focus on practical insight?
Contact us to discuss how we can help.
D&F Associates Ltd
Shell Green House
Gorsey Lane
Widnes
Cheshire
WA8 0YZ
United Kingdom