Secure your Green Star Certification with CETEC’s NATA-accredited, VOC and formaldehyde testing services. Our testing and advice help ensure you meet the Exposure to Toxins Credit requirements, prioritising occupant health while simplifying your path to Green Star Certification.
Expertise in Green Star Projects
CETEC brings extensive experience, having performed onsite Exposure to Toxins Credit 13, VOC, and Formaldehyde testing for hundreds of Green Star projects. Our methodologies comply with leading standards:
NATA-Accredited Testing Services & Laboratory
We are the only VOC testing service with both consultants and an in-house NATA-accredited lab. This powerful combination enables us to provide unmatched accuracy and cost efficiencies
Our in-house laboratory helps clients mitigate risk, particularly risks related to product substitutions by subcontractors. CETEC’s laboratory can quickly identify any source of elevated VOCs that may prevent certification which ensuring a smooth path to Green Star credits.
Cradle to Grave Testing Solutions
Our NATA & ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory additionally conducts 30-day new product chamber emission testing and certification to support your Green Star certification process.
Customisable Service
Our service is fully customisable. Whether you require an in-depth analysis or prefer a streamlined, compliance approach, you have full control over how much or how little of our expertise you utilise.
The Exposure to Toxins Credit prioritises the health of occupants and building performance.
Indoor levels of VOCs often exceed outdoor levels tenfold, posing significant health risks. Chronic exposure to toxins, over a prolonged time can cause long-term health effects.
By achieving this credit, buildings can enhance indoor air quality, contributing to the health and well-being of occupants
Step 1: Specify and install low VOC paints, adhesives, sealants and carpets and low formaldehyde engineered timber
Step 2: Obtain Product Emission Certificates from Suppliers
Step 3: Pass onsite VOC and formaldehyde testing
Step 4: Ensure lead, asbestos, and PCBs are properly managed.