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Measurement of particulate matter by synchronized hybrid ambient real-time particulate monitor (5030 & 5030i) : standard operating procedure

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This is the standard operating procedure for measuring ambient particulate matter. It provides guidance for the operation, calibration and maintenance of the Thermo Scientific Model 5030 and... More ≫

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This is the standard operating procedure for measuring ambient particulate matter. It provides guidance for the operation, calibration and maintenance of the Thermo Scientific Model 5030 and 5030i Synchronized Hybrid Ambient Real-time Particulate (SHARP) Monitors. The SOP provides procedures consistent with national and international standards to Alberta Environment and Parks staff, Airsheds and other organizations across Alberta for monitoring PM under OSM.

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Measurement of SO2 by ultraviolet fluorescence SO2 analyzer : standard operating procedure

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This document is a standard operating procedure for measuring Sulphur Dioxide concentration in ambient air environment. The use of the ultraviolet fluorescence SO2 analyzers technology for... More ≫

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This document is a standard operating procedure for measuring Sulphur Dioxide concentration in ambient air environment. The use of the ultraviolet fluorescence SO2 analyzers technology for measuring ambient SO2 is the basis of this SOP. Staff from Alberta Environment and Parks, Airsheds and other organizations across Alberta monitoring SO2 concentration under the Joint Canada-Alberta Implementation Plan for Oil Sands Monitoring will benefit from this SOP. The SOP also ensures consistency and comparability of SO2 data collected across monitoring programs across Alberta. Future revisions to this SOP will reflect any technology updates.

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Chlorophyll-A filtration standard operating procedure

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This document describes the procedures, methods, and practices used by Alberta Environment and Parks Resource Stewardship Division personnel when filtering water samples for analysis of... More ≫

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This document describes the procedures, methods, and practices used by Alberta Environment and Parks Resource Stewardship Division personnel when filtering water samples for analysis of chlorophyll-a (chl-a) in phytoplankton after surface water sampling events. The procedures in this document are to be followed when filtering samples in the workplace laboratory or in the field. This document is a revised version of a previous procedure found in Section 2.7 of the Aquatic Ecosystems Field Sampling Protocols (Alberta Environment, 2006).

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Alberta Wildlife Animal Care Committee class protocol #009 : canid capture, handling, immobilization and release

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Research on some species must be done according to specific protocols. The class protocol # 009 applies to foot-hold trapping, neck snaring, helicopter net-gunning, helicopter darting.. This... More ≫

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Research on some species must be done according to specific protocols. The class protocol # 009 applies to foot-hold trapping, neck snaring, helicopter net-gunning, helicopter darting.. This protocol was adopted on March 19, 2020.

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Protocols for Geonor operation

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The Geonor precipitation weighing gauge and vibrating wire transducer are used for year-round precipitation monitoring in Agriculture and Forestry's climate monitoring network. The objectives of... More ≫

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The Geonor precipitation weighing gauge and vibrating wire transducer are used for year-round precipitation monitoring in Agriculture and Forestry's climate monitoring network. The objectives of this document are to record the standard operating procedures for use of the gauge. Data collected from these sensors become part of the provincial archives and are used in many high level applications relating to climate data. The proper implementation of the standards will ensure the integrity of the network and the quality of data for the Alberta Climate Information Service.

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Protocols for the operation of solar radiation sensors

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Documents the standard operating procedure for the operation of solar radiation sensors throughout the Alberta Climate Information Service (ACIS) network. The data collected from these sensors... More ≫

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Documents the standard operating procedure for the operation of solar radiation sensors throughout the Alberta Climate Information Service (ACIS) network. The data collected from these sensors becomes part of the provincial archives and is used in many high level applications relating to climate data. The proper implementation of the standards will ensure the integrity of the network and the quality of data for ACIS.

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Wind speed and wind direction instruments maintenance and calibration protocols

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Documents the standard operating procedure for the measurements of wind speed and wind direction for the Alberta Climate Information Service (ACIS) network. The data collected from these sensors... More ≫

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Documents the standard operating procedure for the measurements of wind speed and wind direction for the Alberta Climate Information Service (ACIS) network. The data collected from these sensors becomes part of the provincial archives and is used in many high level applications relating to climate data. The proper implementation of the standards will ensure the integrity of the network and the quality of data for the ACIS.

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OTT Pluvio precipitation gauge field protocols

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Describes the field protocols and methods for the measurement of precipitation using the OTT Pluvio precipitation gauge. These protocols are important to ensure that data are collected... More ≫

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Describes the field protocols and methods for the measurement of precipitation using the OTT Pluvio precipitation gauge. These protocols are important to ensure that data are collected consistently and the data obtained are accurate and scientifically sound. The information that is gathered is critical for flood forecasting and water supply, the accurate prediction of runoff, long-term hydrological analysis, agricultural insurance assessment, and to assist in the operation of reservoirs and hydroelectric facilities in Alberta.

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Snow surveying field sampling protocols

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This document contains field protocols and methods for the measurement of snow depth and water content in Alberta. These protocols are important to ensure that samples are collected consistently... More ≫

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This document contains field protocols and methods for the measurement of snow depth and water content in Alberta. These protocols are important to ensure that samples are collected consistently and the data obtained are accurate and scientifically sound. This information is critical for the accurate prediction of runoff potential, flood forecasting and water supply, and to assist in the operation of reservoirs and hydroelectric facilities.

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Protocols for the measurement of snow water equivalent with a snow pillow

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Provides information regarding the methodology and technology to be used to measure snow water equivalent using a snow pillow. The goal is to ensure that data collected is accurate and consistent... More ≫

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Provides information regarding the methodology and technology to be used to measure snow water equivalent using a snow pillow. The goal is to ensure that data collected is accurate and consistent from station to station as well as conforming to World Meteorological Organization standards as much as is possible.

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