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Sampling Techniques and Guidelines (PER 222)

By NCBRT

This class has been cancelled and will be rescheduled in early 2011.


The course provides diverse agency representatives who have hazardous material backgrounds the ability to coordinate with local and state emergency responder agencies; to assess WMD events; conduct area surveys in a safe and effective manner; conduct material characterization and screening operations; and, collect public safety samples in a hazardous environment.

This course will provide participants with an opportunity to perform public safety sampling techniques required in the response to a WMD event. As observed by the course instructors, participants should take part in classroom activities. Participants, who all have hazardous material backgrounds, will be given the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with performing public safety sampling operations required in a WMD environment.

Class Dates: June 8-10, 2010
Location: Louisiana State Police Training Academy
Building B, Classroom 8
7901 Independence Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Training Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Equipment: All training equipment will be provided
Course Fees: Free for local, state, and federal first responders
$300 for industrial / private first responders
Payment: Please send your check and make payable to:
Donald J. Thibodeaux Training Academy
1400 W. Irene Rd.
Zachary, LA 70791
Lodging / Meals: Lodging cost is $33 per night double occupancy. Meals and lodging for Louisiana First Responders are paid by the HMEP grant for those staying on-site. Evening meals are not provided. For reservations, or more information, please contact Kimberly Payne at 225-925-6125 or e-mail
Travel: The State Police Academy is located at 7901 Independence Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70806. It is approximately 15 miles from the Baton Rouge Metro Airport.
Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation letter once your registration has been processed.
LSP/DPS Personnel are required to submit an application online. Submitting the application confirms your position in the class.
LSP/DPS Personnel are also required to complete a Training & Travel Application and receive approval through their chain of command.
Questions: If you have questions, or need more information, please e-mail Sgt. Kelly Feet at or call 225-925-6224.