Step‑by‑Step Submission Instructions:

Safe Collection of Asbestos and Lead Samples:

  • Wear appropriate PPE
    • Half-facepiece fit-tested respirator with P100 filters
    • Tyvek coveralls
    • Laceless rubber boots or integrated boot covers
    • Nitrile gloves
  • Install drop-sheet below sampling area to capture dust and debris
  • Wet potential hazardous material prior to disturbance
  • Collect sample(s) in accordance with guidelines per material
  • Cover, repair, or enclose sampled location as required to prevent contamination.
  • Decontaminate sampling tools
  • Personal decontamination (warm, soapy water with disposal rags/towels)
  • Follow applicable regulations and safe work procedures.  Refer to the sampling guidelines below and relevant WorkSafe BC publications:

Package the Samples:

  • Use clean, sealed containers or bags.  Use individual bags for each sample and enclose your samples inside an outer bag.
  • Label each sample bag with Project Name/Number, Sample ID, Location, and Date.
  • Label the outer bag with Project Information (Address/Project Name/Project Number), Analysis Type(s), Collection Date, and Number of Samples.

Complete Chain of Custody (CoC):

  • Use our Online CoC (preferred) or the printable PDF form.
  • Select the laboratory location, Nelson Lab or Burnaby Lab, to which the samples will be sent for analysis.
  • Fill out the Client Information section at the top of the page.  This section pertains to your contact information and not the site related information.
  • Choose the Type of Analysis and desired Turnaround Time using the appropriate checkboxes/fields.
  • Fill out the Sample and Job Site Information.  This information relates to the samples collected at the job site.
  • Fill out the Sample #, Sample Location, Material Type or Air Sample Type sections in the table.  For air sampling related types of analysis only, note the Time (min) and Flow Rate (L/min) information using the two columns on the right side of the table.  Use the Continuation Page if needed.
  • Sign the form beside Client’s Signature and note the Date/Time Submitted.
  • Any Questions?  Call (250) 352-9810 for Nelson Lab, or (604) 978-0358 for Burnaby Lab.

Payment Authorization:

  • Our staff will contact you about payment authorization upon receipt of samples and completed Chain of Custody (CoC) form

Ship or Drop Off:

  • Express Drop‑Off is available at our Burnaby location during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm).
  • For shipping, we recommend a trackable courier service. Pack containers carefully to avoid damage.

Receive Confirmation:

We will contact you upon receipt and will provide you with an estimated report time.

Get Results:

Reports delivered via email. We will call if clarification is needed.

Reference Information: