Frequently Asked Questions

Answers and information on our most frequently asked questions

Lead and Mercury in Paint - What is the maximum limit?
Limits for the levels of lead or mercury in surface coatings (paint or other similar material that dries to a solid film after it is applied) fall under Sur...
Wed, 11 May, 2022 at 12:09 PM
What are Filtration fees?
Some analyses, dissolved parameters for example, must be filtered prior to analysis (and in many cases also preserved).  It is always best to filter (and pr...
Wed, 11 May, 2022 at 12:14 PM
For RFPs specifying Laboratory Accreditation
In some instances, a request for proposal (RFP) may indicate either the Canadian Association of Laboratory Accreditation Inc (CALA) or the Standards Council...
Wed, 11 May, 2022 at 12:17 PM
After Hour Drop-Off and Door Codes
The following locations in Western Canada have after hours drop-off or lock boxes.   Alberta: Calgary Edmonton Fort McMurray Grand Prairie/Clairmont...
Tue, 6 Aug, 2024 at 1:15 PM
Bureau Veritas Contact Information and Locations
To reach our Western Customer Solutions team, please email or call us at:  Email: CustomerSolutionsWest@BureauVeritas.com Phone: 1.833.BVC.LABS (833...
Tue, 17 Sep, 2024 at 2:12 PM
BV North America Quick Reference Guide & Contacts
  Bureau Veritas is involved in a vast array of certification, inspection and testing industries.  Please see the attached guide as a high-level directory ...
Wed, 11 May, 2022 at 12:25 PM
Calgary Environmental Accreditation
The Calgary Environmental lab is accredited through SCC and the certificate of accreditation is attached. The scope of accreditation for Calgary Environment...
Tue, 18 Apr, 2023 at 2:53 PM
Containers and Hold Times - AB/SK/MB
Attached is a list of containers and hold times that are used by Bureau Veritas Calgary and Edmonton labs.   Current as of April 17 2023 Routine Wate...
Tue, 15 Aug, 2023 at 12:06 PM
Historical Data Requests and Retention of Records
Please note that our records retention period is 7 years from sample submission unless otherwise agreed via contractual agreement. Should you require altern...
Fri, 11 Oct, 2024 at 8:45 AM
Speciation requests for Brooks Applied
In general, having the answers to the following questions will speed the process of confirming pricing, sample minimum requirements, and preservation requir...
Tue, 30 Apr, 2024 at 11:46 AM