[USCC] Compost Testing for Ascaris ova alternatives

[Craig Coker]

Hello, colleagues:

 

A Virginia solid waste composter (source-separated, no MSW or biosolids) is
required to test finished product for Ascaris ova to establish that the
finished compost is indeed a product and not a regulated solid waste.  This
test is both expensive and time-consuming, and the delays in getting lab
results are a significant impediment to materials handling on the compost
pad.

 

Can anyone suggest a test for parasitical ova other than Ascaris that might
be cheaper and faster turnaround?

 

Many thanks,

Craig

 

Craig Coker

Coker Composting & Consulting

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