Course Overview:
This one-day intensive training provides water and wastewater professionals with foundational knowledge of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), their environmental and health impacts, and the regulatory frameworks guiding their management. The morning session focuses on theoretical understanding of PFAS regulations, sampling, and compliance strategies. The afternoon session transitions into a hands-on laboratory and plant-based learning experience, where participants will apply sampling, analytical, and operational principles related to PFAS monitoring in real-world conditions.
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Instructional Methods:
Classroom presentations with slides and handouts
Group discussions and Q&A sessions
On-site sampling and observation
Hands-on data recording and interpretation exercises
Provided Materials:
Participant workbook (slides, reference charts, regulatory summary)
PFAS sampling checklist and chain-of-custody template
Certificate of completion
Recommended Pre-Reading:
Health Canada (2023): Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality – PFAS
U.S. EPA (2024): PFAS Strategic Roadmap and Method 1633 Overview
CCME (2024): PFAS in the Canadian Environment: Policy and Guidance Summary