Testing, Inspection and Compliance Across Food, Health and Environmental Sectors
Phenna Group's Food and Life Sciences Division delivers specialist testing, inspection, certification and compliance (TICC) services across the food, environmental, pharmaceutical and med tech sectors.
Supporting product safety, regulatory compliance, and public health, our companies provide the scientific expertise, technical assurance, and data required to protect consumers, maintain quality standards, and support operational excellence.
Operating globally, we support clients across the full lifecycle of products and environments, from research and development through to production, compliance and ongoing monitoring.
Our Food and Life Sciences Services
We provide a comprehensive and integrated range of services through our specialist laboratories, consultants and inspection teams, supporting highly regulated sectors with a focus on quality, safety and compliance.
Air Quality, Emissions and Environmental Intelligence
- Ambient and continuous air quality monitoring
- Emissions measurement and regulatory compliance (CEMS)
- Air dispersion modelling and predictive forecasting
- Noise, vibration and meteorological monitoring
- Real-time environmental data platforms and dashboards
Analytical and Laboratory Testing Services
- Chemical, microbiological and physicochemical testing
- Raw material, in-process and finished product testing
- Stability studies, shelf-life testing and validation
- Batch certification and quality control testing
- Method development, validation and transfer
Digital Monitoring, Data Platforms and Smart Compliance
- Monitoring as a Service (MaaS) solutions
- Real-time environmental data and compliance dashboards
- Automated alerts and reporting systems
- Integration with industrial and regulatory systems
- Smart decision-support tools and analytics
Environmental Risk, Property and Workplace Safety
- Environmental due diligence and risk assessments
- Indoor air quality, hazardous materials and asbestos surveys
- Workplace health and safety compliance (WHS)
- Occupational hygiene and incident investigation
- Environmental and safety management systems
Environmental Testing and Monitoring
- Air, water, soil and waste testing and analysis
- Environmental chemistry and microbiological testing
- Legionella, water quality and contamination monitoring
- Waste classification and regulatory compliance testing
- Baseline environmental studies and reporting
Food and Feed Testing, Inspection and Analysis
- Multi-residue pesticide analysis (accredited)
- Dioxins and persistent organic pollutants testing
- MOSH/MOAH and food contaminant analysis
- 3-MCPD and process contaminant testing
- Microbiological testing across food and feed products
Inspection, Audit and Compliance Services
- Food safety inspections and supplier audits
- HACCP, GMP and hygiene compliance certification
- Technical sampling and product verification
- Regulatory inspections across food and production environments
- Independent audit and compliance support
Microbiological and Food Safety Testing
- Pathogen detection and microbial analysis
- Environmental and process hygiene monitoring
- Microbiological challenge testing and validation
- Food safety testing aligned to regulatory standards
- Shelf-life and contamination risk assessment
Pharmaceutical, MedTech and Health Product Testing
- GMP-compliant pharmaceutical testing
- Dissolution, endotoxin and stability testing
- Extractables and leachables (E&L) studies
- Nitrosamine, residual solvent and impurity analysis
- Testing for supplements, nutraceuticals and medical products
Public Health, Veterinary and Regulatory Services
- Veterinary inspection and certification services
- Public health, food safety and animal welfare compliance
- Import/export certification for products of animal origin
- Disease surveillance and statutory inspection services
- Support for government, local authorities and food producers
Toxicology and Human Health Testing
- Drug and alcohol testing (laboratory and field-based)
- Hair, blood and biological sample analysis
- Workplace, legal and forensic toxicology services
- Expert witness reporting and evidence support
- Nationwide sample collection and testing services
Training, Certification and Workforce Development
- CPD and OFQUAL-accredited training programmes
- Food safety, health & safety and compliance training
- Technical and regulatory training across sectors
- End-point assessment and awarding organisation services
- Workforce capability development and certification
- QA, QC, and Transversal Skills training
Delivered Through Specialist TICC Expertise
Our Food and Life Sciences Division brings together a network of specialist laboratories, consultants and inspection teams, each with deep expertise in regulated and science-led sectors.
From ensuring the safety of food and pharmaceutical products to supporting environmental compliance and public health, our teams combine scientific rigour with practical delivery to provide reliable, high-quality outcomes.
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In the UK and Ireland, our companies include
Cansford Laboratories provides accredited drug, alcohol and DNA testing services for family law, social care, employment, education and private clients. Its services include hair and blood analysis, nationwide sample collection, expert witness reports and court testimony, helping clients obtain reliable forensic evidence to support legal, safeguarding and workplace decisions.
CLS provides GMP-compliant analytical, microbiological and stability testing services for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and healthcare sectors. Its services include method development and validation, quality control testing, environmental monitoring and regulatory support, helping clients demonstrate product quality, safety and compliance.
Essential Food Hygiene provides accredited online training and professional development programmes in food hygiene, health and safety, first aid, fire awareness and workplace compliance, helping organisations develop workforce competence and meet legislative requirements.
E&J delivers veterinary, public health and regulatory services, including official controls, food safety inspections, animal health and welfare services, export certification and statutory enforcement activities. It supports government bodies, local authorities and the food industry in protecting public health and meeting regulatory obligations.
VetSkill is an awarding organisation providing regulated qualifications, end-point assessment and professional certification across the veterinary, animal care and related sectors. It supports learners, employers and training providers through recognised qualifications and workforce competency programmes.
Zeta Analytical provides analytical chemistry, microbiology and laboratory testing services for the pharmaceutical, healthcare and consumer product sectors. Its services include method development, validation, stability studies, quality control testing and specialist laboratory analysis, helping clients demonstrate product quality and regulatory compliance.
In Australia and the Americas, our companies include
CEIMIC provides laboratory testing, inspection and scientific services across Life Sciences, Food, Environmental, Air Quality and Health sectors throughout the Americas. Its multidisciplinary laboratories support regulatory compliance, product quality and environmental monitoring through accredited scientific testing and technical expertise.
Grupo FS provides food safety, quality assurance, inspection, auditing and technical consultancy services for food manufacturers and the wider food supply chain. Its services help organisations strengthen food safety management systems and meet regulatory and customer requirements.
Prensa provides inspection, testing and compliance services for hazardous materials, asbestos, occupational hygiene and environmental risk. Its services help property owners, developers and organisations identify hazards, manage workplace and environmental risks, and meet regulatory requirements.
Serpram provides environmental monitoring and measurement services focused on air quality, atmospheric emissions, fixed sources, noise and vibration. Its services help industrial and public-sector clients monitor environmental impacts, generate reliable compliance data and meet regulatory requirements in Chile.
In EMEA, our companies include
QTI Services provides accredited laboratory analysis, sampling and inspection services for the food, feed and agricultural sectors. Its services include food and feed safety testing, contaminant and residue analysis, microbiology, quality and compositional testing, and FOSFA and GAFTA-certified inspection and weighing.
Built Environment
The Built Environment Division provides TICC expertise that covers buildings and building products.
Certification & Compliance
The Certification and Compliance Division provides TICC expertise that covers people, process, and products.
Infrastructure
The Infrastructure Division provides TICC expertise to roads, pavements, groundworks, and utilities sectors.
Industrials
The Industrials Division provides TICC expertise to marine, offshore, petrochemicals, renewables, fabrications, industrial, aerospace, and metals & minerals sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TICC in food and life sciences?
TICC services in the food and life sciences sector ensure that food, pharmaceutical and environmental products meet strict safety, quality and regulatory requirements through testing, inspection, and certification.
Why is testing critical for food safety?
Food safety testing identifies harmful pathogens, contaminants, and quality issues, helping protect consumers, maintain compliance, and safeguard brand reputation.
What is microbiological testing?
Microbiological testing detects bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms in food, water, and environmental samples to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
Phenna Group companies that offer microbiological testing include:
What is shelf-life testing?
Shelf-life testing determines how long a product remains safe and effective under specific conditions, helping manufacturers set accurate expiry dates.
What is GMP testing?
A Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) audit ensures that products are consistently produced and controlled in accordance with the quality standards required for pharmaceutical and healthcare products.
What is contaminated land assessment, and why is it important?
Contaminated land assessment involves identifying and evaluating the presence of hazardous substances in soil, groundwater, and the surrounding environment. These assessments are critical for understanding environmental risks, supporting regulatory compliance, and informing safe redevelopment or land-use decisions. They typically include site investigations, sampling, and laboratory analysis to determine the nature and extent of contamination.
Phenna Group companies that offer support in contaminated environments include:
- CLS (UK)
- CTS (UK)
- Mason Evans (UK)
- Silkstone Environmental (UK)
- CEIMIC (Americas)
- Prensa (AU)
What is environmental remediation, and how does it work?
Environmental remediation is the process of managing, removing, or containing contaminants in soil, water, or other environmental media to protect human health and the environment. This can involve a range of approaches, including excavation, treatment, containment, or in-situ solutions, depending on site conditions and regulatory requirements. Effective remediation ensures that land and water can be safely reused and that environmental risks are properly controlled.
How do you support regulatory compliance?
We provide accredited testing, inspection and audit services aligned to global standards, helping clients meet regulatory requirements and maintain certification.
Are your laboratories accredited?
Yes, our laboratories operate in accordance with recognised accreditation standards, providing reliable, defensible data to support compliance and decision-making.
How do you support projects in hazardous or contaminated environments?
We provide specialist testing, monitoring, and advisory services to support projects in complex or hazardous environments, including contaminated water and land, as well as industrial sites. Our services help identify risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and support safe project delivery, from initial investigation through to environmental remediation and ongoing environmental monitoring.
Phenna Group companies that offer support in hazardous or contaminated environments include CLS (UK), Mason Evans (UK), CEIMIC (Americas), and Prensa (AU).