The NSW Analytical and Environmental Chemistry Group of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) invites you to join us for an engaging and informative webinar dedicated to the evolving world of environmental sampling, quality assurance, and analytical excellence. This event brings together leading scientists, industry specialists, and innovators to explore cutting‑edge sampling technology, techniques, robust QA/QC practices, and environmental forensics.Whether you work in the field, in the lab, or oversee quality systems, this session will deliver valuable insights into the top minds of the industry.
Key Registration Dates
Registration Open
13 February 2026
Registration Closes
10 March 2026
Agenda
Time
Event
Speaker
12:30 – 12:40
Introduction – RACI, Speakers and Sponsor
Shane McDermott + Sponsor
12:40 – 13:05
Sampling with Drones
Tom McLoughlin, Sydney Water
13:05 – 13:20
Environmental analysis meets forensic evidence
D. Brynn Hibbert, School of Chemistry, UNSW Sydney
13:20 – 13:35
Making sampling visible: traceability in ISO/IEC 17025 accredited field and laboratory programmes
Diane Hobday, NATA Sector Manager - Materials, Assets & Products, NATA
13:35 – 1:55
Incremental Sampling Method (also known as Decision Unit Multi Increment Sampling - DUMIS)
Ross McFarland, Chief Environmental Scientist AECOM
1:55 – 2:05
Questions and Answers
Organising Committee
Shane McDermott
SGS
Daniel Slee
NMI
Sandy Lindsay
Sydney Water
Thank you to our sponsor
Event Terms & Conditions
Cancellation Policy D applies to this event. For full details, view our Cancellation Policy. By registering for this event, you agree to, and will be bound by, the RACI Event Terms and Conditions and Event Code of Conduct.
More Information
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