ALS Minerals
Geochemistry
ALS Geochemistry is the global leader in the provision of analytical data services to the mining and exploration sectors. With over 60 locations around the world we are able to provide consistent, swift, productive and reliable service to our clients. ALS Geochemistry recognises that mining company corporate wealth is tied to the estimation of mineral resources and that quality assays is of paramount importance to protecting assets.
Our analytical laboratories are certified and registered in each region with global application of standard procedures and audits to maintain standard practice throughout the laboratory network. Our network is linked together internally by our Global LIMS (GEMS) and for our clients using the state-of-the-art Webtrieve™ system, which allows our clients to view location, status and data for their projects.
Geochemistry Facilities
Quality Assurance
Geochemistry Facilities
Quality Assurance
ALS Geochemistry has developed and implemented at each of its locations a Quality Management System (QMS) designed to ensure the production of consistently reliable data. The system covers all laboratory activities and takes into consideration the requirements of ISO standards.
The QMS operates under global and regional Quality Control (QC) teams responsible for the execution and monitoring of the Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control programs in each department, on a regular basis. Audited both internally and by outside parties, these programs include, but are not limited to, proficiency testing of a variety of parameters, ensuring that all key methods have standard operating procedures (SOPs) that are in place and being followed properly, and ensuring that quality control standards are producing consistent results.
Accreditation
Perhaps the most important aspect of the QMS is the process of external auditing by recognized organizations and the maintaining of ISO registrations and accreditations. ISO registration and accreditation provides independent verification for our clients that a QMS is in operation at the location in question. Most ALS Geochemistry laboratories are registered or are pending registration to ISO 9001:2008, and a number of analytical facilities have received ISO 17025 accreditations for specific laboratory procedures.
The Open Lab Initiative
The Open Lab™ Initiative allows real-time tracking of the progress of samples through our laboratories enabling complete confidence in the accuracy of data produced. This portal view is provided via Webtrieve™, an on-line interface to laboratory data. In addition to the ability to view results and certificates of analysis, Webtrieve™ allows access to complete audit trails, important QC data and control charts.
Source: http://www.alsglobal.com/en/Our-Services/Minerals/Geochemistry
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Laboratory Assistant
The Lab Assistant is responsible for preparing environmental samples for extraction including maintaining adequate production, quality control and turnaround times.
Sample Preparation Technician
Within the Sample Preparation Department, the Sample Preparation Technician will work with client samples and prepare them for analysis in our labs.
Lab Assistant
The Laboratory Assistant will provide support for routine sample analysis following prescribed standard operating procedures.
Peace River Manager
Responsibilities include implementing the corporate direction, vision and goals as well as overseeing the day to day operations of the laboratory operations.
Laboratory Assistant
Full training is provided. The Laboratory Assistant will assist with basic laboratory functions, such as preparing
client samples for analysis and routine lab maintenance.