







This Total Viable Count Assessment in Bournemouth, Dorset was carried out to better understand the microbial conditions within an indoor working environment and to determine whether airborne mould levels were typical of a healthy indoor space. A Total Viable Count Assessment is commonly used during indoor air quality investigations to identify the presence of airborne mould spores and other microorganisms that may influence building occupants’ comfort and wellbeing.
During the Total Viable Count Assessment in Bournemouth, several indoor sampling points were reviewed across the property to gain a broad picture of how microbial activity behaves throughout the building. Different rooms and work areas can sometimes present slightly different indoor air conditions depending on ventilation, occupancy and everyday building use.
The Total Viable Count Assessment focused specifically on airborne mould levels within the indoor environment. Results from the laboratory analysis confirmed that mould colonies were present across the samples, which is generally expected as mould spores naturally occur in both indoor and outdoor air. The results simply help determine whether the indoor environment is behaving normally or whether there may be underlying moisture or ventilation issues that require further investigation.
Overall, the Total Viable Count Assessment in Bournemouth, Dorset provided helpful insight into the microbial profile of the indoor space and supports a proactive approach to managing indoor air quality and maintaining a healthy working environment.