Chemical analysis of soils and associated materials

Hazel Davidson (Derwentside Environmental Testing Services)

Hazel Davidson joined DETS in 2012, but has worked in the environmental testing industry for over 30 years, initially as an analyst, but then in a series of managerial roles. Special projects included the integration of several laboratory acquisitions, relocation of the laboratories to new premises, a Phare project in Bulgaria and Romania (implementing quality systems), and a UN project involving training for Iraqi environmental scientists in Jordan. Hazel has participated on several industry committees - EIC (chair of Labs Group), MCERTS, SCA, BMTA, BSi, the CIRIA asbestos PSG, and SOBRA. She also sat on the EIC subgroup for asbestos. Hazel is a frequent speaker at conferences, and runs several seminars each year for DETS, as well as providing general technical support both internally for staff and externally for clients.