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PFAS Analysis 101

PFAS Analysis 101

Thursday, June 20, 2024
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
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Event Details

Class Description:

The course will provide an overview in PFAS analysis, encompassing understanding of analytical steps, equipment needed, contamination source identification, and interpreting PFAS testing results.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the steps involved in analyzing PFAS compounds
  • Recognize the essential equipment needed for PFAS Analysis
  • Identify Possible sources of contamination
  • Interpret PFAS results
  • Questions for your testing provider
  • Locate additional PFAS Resources

Class Fee: Free

State Agency Approval:
Maine BLWSO: 2.0 TCHs for Water Operators  
Maine DEP: 2.0 TCHs for Wastewater Operators  

Speakers:

Sara Dunne - Lab Technical Director, Maine Laboratories

Sara has over 11 years’ experience in analytical chemistry and is one of the founding team members for Maine Laboratories. Prior to this role, Sara worked at Elmet Technologies specializing in metallurgy. Sara brings expertise in method development, advanced lab certification, and professional report writing with a focus on data integrity.

Katie Richards - CEO, Maine Laboratories

Katie has over 20 years of experience in consulting, leadership development, project management, strategic planning, and execution. Katie has her Geology degree and an MBA. Katie founded Maine Laboratories with her husband, Chris Richards in 2022. Prior to opening Maine Laboratories, Katie worked as a Strategic Program Manager in the financial services and tech industry. 

THIS IS A HYBRID EVENT!

This session will begin at Maine Laboratories, 25 Main St., Norridgewock, ME 04957 

Please arrive 15 minutes early (at 8:45am) so we can take attendance.

We look forward to seeing you there!

For questions about registration, please contact our Training Department at (207) 737-4092 or trainingdepartment@mainerwa.org.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Individuals registered for one of MRWA’s training classes will be charged the class fee if we have not received notice of cancellation at least five business days prior to the class. Anyone contacting MRWA to cancel enrollment in a class will receive a cancellation number. In the event of an emergency, which would prevent attendance, please contact us at 207-737-4092 as soon as possible.