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Robert G. Harrison
Water/Wastewater Superintendent
Village of West Liberty, Ohio

“Analysts from West Liberty have attended various Alloway seminars. We found the seminars to be invaluable. The time was well spent, the material was presented in a very organized and straightforward manner, and the instructors moved at a pace that was comfortable for the group. The seminars were also practical, as we were able to apply the learning in our own lab. Great seminars!”

 
Training Overview
Training Videos Available:

DVD Format
$69.00

Sampling
Run Time: 25 minutes

Who will benefit: This course is targeted to the needs of laboratory supervisors, managers, field technicians, analysts and operators who perform laboratory measurements, analysis, or collect samples in environmental laboratories, wastewater treatment plant, water plant, and commercial laboratories.
This course will benefit those who are responsible for the quality of laboratory data.

Learning Objectives: This training will show you the proper techniques and methods for collecting samples for laboratory analysis. You will learn to complete a chain of custody and know what information is necessary for proper documentation of the samples.  It will show you the best way to perform a grab sample collection and best practices to follow using that sampling technique. It will take you through the steps of labeling and storing the sample after collection. You will be shown the correct procedure for collecting a drinking water sample from a tap for microbiological analyses. You will be introduced to composite sampling and will see how an automatic sampler is used to collect composite samples. You will also learn how to transfer the composite sample into individual sample containers for analysis. You will see how to accurately document sample collection events on laboratory controlled forms or in laboratory log books. You will learn various techniques to correctly preserve a sample when preservation is necessary. This video gives an overview of holding times and you will learn the holding time requirements for various laboratory tests. You also learn the importance of process control samples and why they are used to support accurate data analysis.

Course Description: This training video takes you through the detailed process of sampling and sample documentation. The video shows the proper way to complete a chain of custody as well as sample collection documentation. This course gives a general overview of sample preservation and how to preserve a collected sample when necessary. The steps for collecting a drinking water sample for microbiological analysis are demonstrated in detail with a focus on tap sterilization and specific requirements of that collection. The requirements for analysis, within specific holding times, for various lab tests are also discussed. Upon completion of this course, you will know how to accurately document samples and sample collection events. You will also learn how to properly collect a sample for laboratory analysis. Beginning analysts, experienced analysts, plant operators, field technicians and specifically those involved with laboratory testing and sample collection will benefit from this training course.

Course Content

  • Learn the factors that affect quality of environmental data and the requirements of a sample

  • Learn what information is necessary to properly complete a chain of custody document

  • Learn what makes a sample representative

  • Learn the procedure for collecting a grab sample

  • Learn the steps to perform after sample collection to ensure it is representative

  • Learn how to collect a drinking water sample for microbiological analyses from a cold water valve

  • Learn the correct way to document a drinking water sample that was collected for microbiological analyses

  • Learn the characteristics of a composite sample

  • Learn how an automatic sampler performs composite sample collections

  • Learn how to transfer sample from an automatic sampler into individual sample bottles

  • Learn to document sample collection events on laboratory controlled forms or laboratory log books

  • Learn various preservation techniques for sample collections that require preservation

  • Learn the holding times for various laboratory tests

  • Learn importance of process control samples

  • Learn why process control samples are collected and analyzed

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