At LCS Laboratory Inc., we deliver focused, technical training designed for industrial hygienists, laboratory managers, and industry professionals responsible for occupational health, safety, and compliance. Our courses emphasize practical skills, regulatory awareness, and laboratory competency—without unnecessary theory.
Training is available online or in person, with flexible formats ranging from short 1-hour sessions to comprehensive 32-hour programs. All courses are led by experienced chemists, analysts, and field professionals with direct knowledge of sampling strategies, analytical methods, and laboratory quality systems.
We specialize in small-group corporate training, allowing content to be adapted to your organization’s operations, industry sector, and internal procedures. This approach supports meaningful discussion, relevant case studies, and immediate application in the workplace.
Laboratory Personnel Training
- Asbestos Fibre Counting – NIOSH 582 Equivalency
A 25-hour hands-on course covering fibre counting using Phase Contrast Microscopy (PCM). Suitable for new and experienced analysts working with airborne asbestos samples. - Asbestos Identification by Polarized Light Microscopy (PLM)
Training focused on bulk asbestos analysis. Includes sample preparation, microscope setup and calibration, fibre identification, quality control, and reporting. Levels 1–4 (24–32 hours) combine lectures with laboratory practice. - Crystalline Silica Analysis by NIOSH 7602 (FTIR)
A 16-hour course introducing silica identification and quantification using FTIR. Designed for laboratories expanding into silica analysis.
Air Sampling Training
- Asbestos Air Sampling for Consultants and Technicians
A 2-hour practical session for field personnel. Covers pump setup, sampling procedures, regulatory considerations, and documentation. - Industrial Hygiene Air Sampling
A 16-hour intermediate course for professionals responsible for designing and conducting air sampling programs for compliance and exposure assessment.
Laboratory Quality Assurance & Accreditation
- Preparation for AIHA-LAP Accreditation
Designed for laboratory managers and QA coordinators preparing for accreditation audits. Covers quality manual development, common deficiencies, and audit readiness strategies. - Quality Assurance and Quality Control for IH Laboratories
A practical overview of QA/QC systems in industrial hygiene laboratories, including calibration practices, control samples, documentation, and data validation.
Why Organizations Choose This Training
- Direct application to real-world industrial hygiene and laboratory challenges
- Alignment with ISO 17025 laboratory practices and regulatory expectations
- Instruction by active professionals with field, laboratory, and audit experience
- Customizable content tailored to specific industries and corporate needs
Our instructors include working chemists, laboratory analysts, and field consultants who routinely support accredited laboratories and industrial hygiene programs across Canada. This experience is reflected in the practical focus of every course.
Contact LCS Laboratory
To discuss training options or arrange a session for your team, please contact us. We are available to help you plan effective, relevant training for your personnel. ©
