About this Event
The Environmental Sampling Training Program is a course designed for junior to intermediate environmental professionals, as well as those seeking a practical refresher on sampling best practices.
This in-person session delivers a hands-on, field-focused learning experience that goes beyond theory allowing participants to engage directly with instructors, ask real questions, and walk away with immediately applicable skills.
If sampling is part of your role, this is training you should not miss.
In-Person Session Details
- Date: April 21, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM MDT
- Location: Bureau Veritas, Calgary
- Format: Live, classroom-style training with real-world examples
- Presenter: Brody Andersen, Technical Business Development
What You’ll Learn
This session covers the full lifecycle of an analytical project from a field perspective, including:
- Project planning and sampling strategy
- Proper sample collection procedures
- Sample submission and inspection
- Sample preparation and analysis overview
- Data reporting and interpretation
- Understanding how field decisions impact laboratory results and data defensibility
Participants Will Receive Training On:
- Regulatory requirements and industry best practices for analytical project planning
- How to collect representative environmental samples
- The impact of sampling techniques on data quality
- Proper collection of soil and water samples, including:
- F1/BTEX in soils
- VOCs in water
- Metals in water (dissolved phase)
- F2–F4 hydrocarbons in soil
- Correct completion of a Chain of Custody
- Proper cooler packing and laboratory submission procedures
Why Attend In Person?
- Learn the “how” and the “why” behind defensible sampling practices
- Gain clarity through live discussion and real-time Q&A
- Learn from experienced Bureau Veritas technical experts
- Network with other environmental field and project professionals
- One of the few training programs tailored specifically for environmental field staff
This session is designed to prevent costly mistakes, reduce resampling, and improve confidence in the field.
Limited Seats Available
To maintain a high-quality, interactive experience, spaces are limited.
Secure your spot early and don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your sampling expertise in a live, in-person setting.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bureau Veritas - Environmental Laboratory Services and Administrative, 2021 41 Avenue Northeast, Calgary, Canada
CAD 65.23
