Beyond Data takes investigation and interpretation of site contamination to a new level, giving you an in-depth understanding of what really matters – the use of a Conceptual Site. How many times have you wrestled with an environmental report that merely repackages a lab report with no understanding of the data – no inclination that the lights are on or that anyone is at home?  How can you expect to pick an effective remediation solution, let alone a cost-effective solution?  

“Beyond Data” helps you get beyond the data and into the world of the conceptual site model (“CSM”).  Learn to develop a CSM from the get-go. Use your CSM to develop focused investigations with meaningful conclusions.  Gather the information needed for successful remediation.  This highly interactive two-day workshop uses many real world examples and the latest concepts in adult learning to put you into the critical learning zone, gaining competency in the assessment and interpretation of environmental data, and in the communication of your findings.  Working in small groups, you will draw stratigraphic cross-sections, post and contour data, examine fate and transport processes, think, hypothesize, test and write.  Through strategically linked lecturettes, you will gain an understanding of current and innovative approaches to site investigation, risk management and cleanup.

Workshop Topics include:

• Importance of a Robust Conceptual Site Model
• Sources of Site Contamination
• Site Stratigraphy
• Hydrogeology
• Chemical Fate and Transport Processes
• Data Quality
• Preparing Effective Discussion Sections
• Writing Effective Conclusions and Recommendations
• Overview of Remedial Approaches and Options

Time: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Location: BCIT Downtown Campus, 555 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC

Registration fee:

• Regular Two-Day Rate: $945
• In-Training and Regulatory/Government Two-Day Rate: $845
• Student Two-Day Rate: $745

Group Discount :
2 people register in a group, a group discount of $150 ($75 per registrant) will be applied;
3 or more register at the same time, a discount of $100 per registrant will be applied

NOTE: To qualify for Group Discount, enter details of all registrants in the CART before you checkout

Early Bird Discount of $100 closed on Jan 31st

Snacks, lunch, and seminar materials will be provided. Because of the structure and content of this workshop, it is not possible to register for only one day. Discount and HST will be applied at checkout

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February 29, 2012 (Note: Original advertised date was Feb 22. Now confirmed to be held on Feb 29)
Update on BC Contaminated Site Regime: Interpreting Requirements under New Policies and Guidance
Venue: BCIT Downtown Campus,Vancouver, BC

This workshop provides an annual update on aspects of the BC Contaminated Site Regime. In past years, it has proven to be an excellent forum for peer discussion of these policies, guidance and procedures; and for sharing of possible approaches and solutions. The workshop is valuable for contaminated site practitioners, regulators and site owners. Presentations and the leading of discussions are provided by Senior Contaminated Site Specialists. Approved Professionals and Regulatory staff.

A Tentative list of this year's Workshop Topics include:

• Update on TG6 - Drinking water policy for groundwater
• Soil vapour investigation, remediation and risk assessment issues
• Selection of PCOC for risk assessment
• Update on municipal development authorization under MOE's "release" procedure
• Pre-Approval Procedure for Roster Review under Protocol 6
• Application of statistics to soil, sediment and groundwater contamination

Time: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Location: BCIT Downtown Campus, 555 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC

Registration fee (includes snacks and lunch):

• Regular Rate: $545
• In-Training and Regulatory/Government Rate: $495
• Student Rate: $445

Group Discount :
2 people register in a group, a group discount of $100 ($50 per registrant) will be applied;
3 or more register at the same time, a discount of $75 per registrant will be applied.

NOTE: To qualify for Group Discount, enter details of all registrants in the CART before you checkout.. Discounts and HST will be applied at checkout

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT EXTENDED! Register by Feb 10th and Qualify for Early Bird Discount of $50!

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April 18 & 19, 2012
Understanding Environmental Site Investigations:
Contaminated Site Model and Robust Site Characterization

Environmental Site Investigations (ESIs) are the foundation of subsequent risk assessment and remediation.  A poor ESI may lead to incorrect or incomplete characterization of site contamination.  This can result in unnecessary or inappropriate remedial/risk management measures. Learn how to develop a sound contaminated site model and what makes an ESI robust.

This workshop takes interpretation of soil, groundwater and soil vapour data to the next level, giving you an in-depth understanding of what really matters for ESIs. Have you reviewed ESI reports and found that they missed the forest for the trees?  You are not alone!   Learn to sort the data and make sense of it before you carry on with remediation planning or risk assessment.

“Understanding ESIs” provides valuable insight for contaminated sites consultants, property managers and regulators. The workshop builds upon the Conceptual Site Model concepts from our companion workshop – “Beyond Data” - helping you to find the “forest” among the “trees”, and giving you the tools to critically review and improve your site investigations.

Like our two companion workshops (“Beyond Data – Better Investigations Better Results”); and “Contaminated Site Investigation Field Course”), this interactive two-day workshop uses real world examples and the latest concepts in adult learning to put you into the critical learning zone, gaining competency in the assessment and interpretation of environmental data, and in the communication of your findings.  Working in small groups, you will create CSMs, critically review components of an ESI, examine fate and transport processes for soil vapour and groundwater, and communicate your findings.

The workshop includes five modules:

• Robust Conceptual Site Model and Site Investigation Approach
• Site investigation Planning and Process
• Groundwater Investigation and Interpretation
• Soil Vapour and indoor Air Quality
• Site Investigation Reporting and Planning for Remediation

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April 25, 2012
Sediment Solutions:
Planning , Investigating and Assessing Risks at Contaminated Sediment Sites

The 3rd Annual Sediment Workshop provides made-in-BC solutions to contaminated sediment issues at both small and large waterfront sites. Local experts will discuss their experience with finding solutions to common issues under both provincial and federal requirements for planning, site investigation, risk assessment and risk-based remediation. The panel of experts will encourage peer discussions with ample opportunity to seek answers to questions that frequently arise when dealing with contaminated sediment. If you deal with waterfront property transfer, industrial water lot use, or historic water lot impacts, you can't afford to miss this event.

“Sediment Solutions” is aimed at consultants, property owners, and regulators, by providing a planning framework to focus the site investigation and risk assessment efforts on risk-based solutions. This highly interactive seminar uses many local examples to illustrate common issues and solutions under existing and new guidance and methods.

Sediment topics include:

• Strategy and Planning
• Sediment Investigation Approach and Methods
• Conceptual Site Model and Risk Assessment
• Common Risk-based Remediation Solution

This two-day event will present the latest in integrated approaches for cost-effective sediment assessment, management, and closure. Our panel of local and international experts will show you how to plan and implement sediment investigations, conduct sediment risk assessment, and find practical solutions to sediment remediation and management under both provincial and federal regulatory requirements.  If you deal with waterfront property transfer, industrial water lot use, or historic water lot impacts, you can't afford to miss this event.

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Risk Assessment Workshops

GeoEnviroLogic Professional Development is proud to announce a three day event entirely focused on contaminated site risk assessment. The combination of a two-day hands-on workshop for new and practicing risk assessors, and the 7th Annual Risk Symposium covering current and relevant topics captures the range of risk assessment skills and topics required for successful application to provincial and federal sites. The Workshop and Risk Symposium can be taken together or separately.

May 29 & 30, 2012
Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment: Fundamentals and Beyond

The workshop is tailored to the multidisciplinary team of risk and other contaminated site practitioners, site owners/managers, and regulators, to whom the knowledge and use of risk assessment is beneficial. For those who have not been involved with risk assessment projects and have not attended an introductory session on risk assessment, a “primer” will be provided for self-study in preparation for the workshop. This workshop takes risk assessment to a practical level, using examples and hands-on problem solving, giving you an understanding of the process, touching on where guidance ends and “best practice” takes over, and focusing on what really matters in terms of protection of health and the environment. The workshops are taught by senior contaminated site experts and risk assessors, and provide ample opportunity for participation through worked examples and group discussions.

May 31, 2012
7th Annual Risk Symposium:
A Professional Forum for Discussion on Current Risk Assessment Topics

As in previous years, this Symposium will address current, relevant and emerging topics in both human health and ecological risk assessment of contaminated sites. The Symposium attracts practicing risk assessors as well as other environmental professionals who are interested in the application of risk assessment at contaminated sites, and provides an opportunity to debate best practice and share ideas for addressing challenges that we face in our work. The Risk Symposium has been well attended and successful in the past. Don't miss this annual professional risk assessment event.  

Professional Development Credit

All registrants will receive a certificate of participation. In accordance with CAB, APEGBC and BCIA's continuing professional development program guidelines, the professional associations recognize one contact hour as one professional development hour. Please see the CAB, BCIA and APEGBC guidelines and check with the CSAP Society for more information on your professional development requirements and on how these courses fit into your professional development plan.

Cancellation Policy for All Seminars

Cancellations received in writing:

• 7 or more days before the event: Full refund less 10 percent
• 2 to 6 days before the event: 50 percent refund
• Less than 2 business days before the event: No refund

Feel free to send a colleague in your place - registrant substitutions are welcome.

Liability is limited to the registration fee. Courses can be cancelled at any time and for any reason.