Decommissioning Services

Biotech, biopharma and research facilities, by their nature, exist in a continual state of flux. Changing needs lead to the consideration of renovating, vacating, or demolishing existing facilities or acquiring new ones. Each of these options present potential exposure hazards and environmental risks related either to the property, the research conducted in it, or both. These hazards and risks must be mitigated prior to any property renovation, demolition, or transfer.

TSS has assisted countless facilities to mitigate potential environmental and exposure hazards, and thus avoid significant financial liability, through our formal decommissioning process.

ANSI/AIHA Z9.11-2008

ANSI/AIHA Z9.11-2008 is a 55 page document covering all aspects of the decommissioning process within its scope. Conceived to provide an effective standardized strategy for decommissioning, Z9.11-2008 offers a thorough and effective methodology for the responsible decommissioning of a laboratory or other potentially contaminated facility.

Of course, decommissioning, even with the help of a standardized process, is a weighty undertaking. Fortunately, you have a partner. TSS has decades of experience helping research facilities plan and execute decommissioning protocols. Throughout the process, TSS engineers will work with you to ensure the successful decommissioning of your facility, deeming it safe for future use.

Decommissioning documentation

As important as the decontamination of your facility is the documentation of the decommissioning project. This documentation is vital for regulatory and historical purposes. Utilizing our professional technical writing team, TSS engineers will ensure all necessary documents are recorded and delivered. From the initial decommissioning plan to the statement of acceptable level of risk for re-occupancy, the TSS team will document every detail.

Don’t risk the liability involved in going it alone. Contact TSS today at 1.800.877.7742, or directly at our nearest regional office, to discuss your specific needs.

With every service call, TSS offers you

• responsive service to minimize downtime
• customized documentation and technical writing services
• online access to your equipment inventory and certification
• the most comprehensive quality system in the industry

Contact your regional TSS office today!