Turn-around times and reporting

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Standard Turn-around Times

Turn-around times for individual projects will vary depending on the size and complexity of the task. However, most jobs will be completed within a standard turn-around time of 5–10 working days. For some tests this can be reduced through the application of an urgency surcharge.

Reporting

Sample receipt notices, results and invoices are supplied by email. They may be posted on request.

Reports are supplied in csv and pdf format. Analytical results are reported relative to standard guidelines, where available.

The following tables outline the expected turn-around times for most analysis (time frames apply to routine testing when all the information is supplied with the samples when they arrive):

Sample type: Days Results reported - working days from arrival
Acid sulfate soil and rock   3-5
Compost (basic)   5-10
Potting mix by Australian Standards   5-10
Compost, mulch and landscape soils by Australian Standards   10-15
Fertilisers, solid and liquid   7-15
Plants   3-5
Physical soil parameters   7-10
Soil   5-10
Water, wastewater and effluent   2-10

Contact EAL for information

eal@scu.edu.au (02) 6620 3678 EAL Enquiry Form