Laboratories for Containment and Hazardous Processes

Regulatory Compliance Experts

Synertec specialises in designing high hazard, highly regulated laboratories. These laboratories handle materials which are classed as GMOs, biosecurity risk or Dangerous Goods and are regulated by government agencies (OGTR, DAFF, WorkSafe Vic etc).

Our team of process and mechanical engineers is experienced in delivering laboratory designs to meet the functionality required by the client as well as complying with regulatory requirements.

We understand Regulatory Requirements

Physical containment requirements to comply with OGTR / DAFF
Dangerous goods requirements (storage quantities, separation, segregation, spillage containment, fire protection)
Hazardous area design
Material & personnel flow requirements
Process services
Cleanroom control and monitoring systems
Applicable regulations, standards and guidelines

Supported by an in-house design and drafting team, Synertec engineers can fully document the design of the laboratories including tender documentation for all subcontractors and equipment suppliers, and construction drawings for the build.

Synertec’s automation and electrical teams support with Functional Safety expertise and design of Safety Instrumented Systems, where required to provide safe design in hazardous areas with non-rated laboratory equipment.