General Resources
Chain of Custody – B.C.
Chain of custody document required for environmental sample submission within British Columbia.
Chain of Custody – Alberta
Chain of custody document required for environmental sample submission within Alberta.
Chain of Custody – Cannabis
Chain of custody document required when submitting samples for Cannabis products within Canada.
Chain of Custody – Asbestos
Chain of custody document required when submitting asbestos samples within Canada.
How To Read Your Report
Learn how to understand and interpret your final analytical report from CARO.
General Sample Collection Instructions
Find some general sample collection instructions to help support your project and sample quality.
CALA Scope of Testing – Richmond & Burnaby
Find our CALA Scope of Testing for our Richmond and Burnaby labs.
CALA Scope of Testing – Kelowna
Find our CALA Scope of Testing for our Kelowna lab.
CALA Scope of Testing – Edmonton
Find our CALA Scope of Testing for our Edmonton lab.
Environmental Testing Resources
Environmental – Sample Handling Guide
Container, hold time, and preservation information for many of CARO’s core tests.
Environmental Sample Collection Instructions
General sample collection instructions to help you submit a good quality sample.
Environmental – Project Set-up Form
This document is a great tool to help coordinate and organize projects to ensure smooth operation and communication with your favorite laboratory.
Environmental – Soil Vapour Capabilities
A summary of CARO’s testing capabilities to support soil vapour intrusion and indoor air investigations.
Air Sampling & Equipment Rental
This document is included with each Soil Vapour pump order and includes a field data table to be submitted with your Air samples. You can also find basic Vapour Testing Terms and Conditions here.
Environmental – Field Filtration for Metals and Mercury
Discover the best practices for field filtration of Dissolved Metals and Dissolved Mercury.
Environmental – CARO’s PFA Analysis
Learn more about the guidelines for PFA, PFOA and PFBS, including fun facts.
Environmental – BCLSP Protocol 27
This document presents the B.C. Liquid-Solid Partitioning Method, used to predict the leaching and mobility of pH-sensitive substances under various pH conditions.
Environmental – Sample Audit Guide
The ultimate guide for environmental sampling teams! Make sure that your team is following best practices, and are always prepared for sample collection.
Environmental – Soil Vapour Sampling Tips
This document provides Soil Vapour Sampling Tips and equipment rental costs
Cannabis Testing Resources
Cannabis – Sample Requirements
Learn more about Cannabis Sample Requirements here before submitting your samples.
Cannabis – FAQ
Find the commonly asked questions about Cannabis testing including logistics, data quality and methods.