WATER & ENVIRONMENTAL LABORATORY ANALYSIS - QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL
Ensuring accuracy and reliability in laboratory testing through effective QA/QC practices
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Online) |
|---|---|---|
| 11 – 12 May 2026 | Online | USD 700 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Accurate laboratory testing is critical for water and environmental management, regulatory compliance, and public health protection. Implementing robust Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) practices ensures reliability, reproducibility, and credibility of laboratory results.
This 2-day intensive training provides participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical techniques for QA/QC in water and environmental laboratories. The course emphasizes method validation, standard procedures, documentation, and data integrity to enhance laboratory performance and compliance with international standards.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC)
- Implement QA/QC procedures in laboratory testing
- Conduct method validation and verification
- Ensure reliability and accuracy of test results
- Maintain proper documentation and traceability
- Apply corrective and preventive actions for non-conformance
- Enhance overall laboratory performance and compliance
Key Benefits of Attending
- Learn best practices in QA/QC for water and environmental testing
- Improve accuracy, reliability, and credibility of laboratory results
- Enhance compliance with ISO and regulatory standards
- Strengthen documentation, reporting, and traceability
- Apply practical techniques and case studies for immediate improvement
- Enhance professional competence in laboratory quality management
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
- Laboratory analysts and technicians
- Environmental and water quality officers
- HSE and compliance professionals
- Laboratory managers and supervisors
- Quality control and assurance staff
- Environmental engineers and chemists
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
- Proficiency in QA/QC techniques and standards
- Improved accuracy and reliability of laboratory results
- Knowledge of documentation, traceability, and reporting procedures
- Ability to implement corrective and preventive actions
- Enhanced professional confidence in laboratory operations
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
- Enhanced laboratory performance and data reliability
- Improved compliance with regulatory and ISO standards
- Reduced risk of errors and non-conformities
- Stronger credibility and confidence in laboratory results
- Effective quality management and continuous improvement practices
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
- Strategy Briefings – Fundamentals of QA/QC principles and laboratory standards
- Case Studies – Real-world laboratory QA/QC challenges and solutions
- Workshops – Hands-on exercises for QA/QC procedures and documentation
- Peer Exchange – Discussions on best practices and lessons learned
- Tools – QA/QC checklists, templates, and reporting forms
Course Outline
Detailed 2-Day Course Outline
Training Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks included
Day 1: Fundamentals of QA/QC in Laboratory Analysis
Module 1: Introduction to QA/QC Concepts (09:00 – 10:30)
- Principles and importance of QA/QC
- Role in laboratory testing and compliance
Module 2: Laboratory Documentation and Traceability (10:45 – 12:15)
- Record-keeping and reporting standards
- Traceability and data integrity
Module 3: Method Validation and Verification (01:00 – 02:15)
- Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Ensuring reliability of analytical methods
Module 4: Workshop – QA/QC Practical Exercise (02:30 – 03:30)
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Hands-on exercises in laboratory QA/QC
Day 2: Quality Control Techniques and Continuous Improvement
Module 1: Quality Control Procedures (09:00 – 10:30)
- Internal QC checks
- Proficiency testing and calibration
Module 2: Corrective and Preventive Actions (10:45 – 12:15)
- Identifying non-conformities
- Implementing corrective measures
Module 3: Performance Monitoring and Reporting (01:00 – 02:15)
- Monitoring lab performance metrics
- Continuous improvement strategies
Module 4: Workshop – QA/QC Implementation Plan (02:30 – 03:30)
- Developing practical QA/QC action plans
- Group discussion and review
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Water & Environmental Laboratory Analysis – Quality Assurance and Quality Control, validating their knowledge and practical competence in implementing QA/QC practices in water and environmental laboratories.