Includes a review of techniques and best practices for surface water sampling, including safety considerations/preparations, equipment, QA/QC, sample handling, chain of custody, storage, analysis and management of data.
Soil Monitoring Techniques
Instructors will cover the regulatory requirements and protocols for soil monitoring, as well as the tools and equipment necessary to complete these duties. Includes a demonstration of soil monitoring techniques.
Best Practices for Field Notes & Photos
Taking proper field notes and site photos is critical for documenting the conditions of a site at a particular moment in time. Discover the importance of applying these best practices while conducting environmental monitoring activities or inspections.
Field Preparation & Safety
Participants will receive an introduction to best practices in preparing for field sampling, including preparation of field sample kits, sampling handling and shipment, and QA/QC programs.
Conducting Environmental Site Inspections
Discover the various types of environmental inspections typically conducted by internal personnel at industrial sites, including inspections of waste, chemical, and fuel storage areas.
Learn why particular inspections are required (i.e. regulatory vs. site-driven requirement), when to perform inspections, and how to record and manage inspection results.
Compliance with Environmental Permits
This session will identify the triggers for environmental permits in Ontario and provides an overview of the application process for various permit types so that managers understand resource and timing requirements for typical permits.
Environmental Legislation in Ontario
Participants will explore the legislative framework in Ontario with respect to protecting the Environment in Ontario.
Introduction to Environmental Legislation in Canada
This session will highlight what Environmental Regulations are in place in Canada to protect the Natural Environment.
Intro to Environmental Technicians/Monitors
Designed as an introductory course that offers hands-on exercises and classroom training to learn the roles and responsibilities of an environmental monitor/technician working in Ontario.
This workshop aims to provide training for field monitors responsible for collecting environmental data related to mining activity in Ontario.
Introduction to Mining
Participants will be introduced to the various methods for mining, as well as what to expect to see at a mine site depending on what is being mined and the method used. Mine terminology is also defined, and a brief overview of the Mining Act is provided.
Species at risk
Industrial activities can have impacts to the habitat of plant and animal species to various degrees. Activities within the potential habitat of listed species as Endangered, Threatened or Special Concern are regulated by the government under the Species at Risk Act and the Endangered Species Act.
This session highlights permitting and timing windows to perform species at risk work.