IAQA Fall Workshop Hosted By Particles Plus®

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Enhancing IAQ Investigations with Handheld Particle Counters


One Day Workshop:

September 16, 2025

Stoughton, MA

(20 miles outside of Boston)

Join us for this hands-on training workshop

focused on the effective deployment of handheld particle counters in IAQ investigations. 

Participants will learn how to conduct air contamination source investigations using real-time detection instruments:


  • Interpreting real time monitoring data and graphs. Attendees will learn how to interpret data, when to be suspicious of data, and how to be confident the machine is working properly.
  • Instructors will present cases where they used counters, including how they presented their findings to their clients and how they answered client questions. Instructors will also discuss when particle counters are NOT the answer to an investigation.
  • There will be a practical portion of the course where attendees will handle devices and conduct mock investigations in and around the Particles Plus®. This will teach participants how to establish environmental baselines, source identification strategies, practical troubleshooting tips, avoiding contaminating your own counters, and other aspects of using handheld particle counters in investigations.


While the course showcases Particles Plus® equipment, it emphasizes transferable skills and methodologies applicable throughout the IAQ monitoring industry. 

Workshop Instructors:

  • Michael Amster, PE, CIH, CSP, CHMM, FAIHA

    Michael B. Amster is a seasoned Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) consultant with over 40 years of experience, serving as President and Principal Consultant of M.B. Amster & Associates, Inc. A licensed Professional Engineer and Fellow of the American Industrial Hygiene Association, he holds multiple certifications in industrial hygiene, safety, and hazardous materials management, and has held leadership roles within AIHA at both regional and national levels.

  • Anil Namdeo, PhD

    Professor Anil Namdeo is a Chartered Environmentalist and Scientist specializing in air quality management, with a research focus on air pollution, public health, and environmental justice. A Fellow of both the Royal Meteorological Society and the Institute of Air Quality Management, he advises organizations including the UK Civil Aviation Authority and Defra, and has led international research across Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America.


  • Jay Stake, C.I.E.

    Jay Stake served as President of the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) from 2019–2022, and has been a longtime industry leader known for his work advancing indoor environmental quality. He is the owner of J&J Consultants and President of Structural Sciences, Inc., specializing in air quality assessments and relocation consulting across North America. Jay is the recent recipient of a Lifetime Membership Award for his long time dedication and commitment to IAQA and his tireless generosity to our members.

Register for 2025 Fall Workshop by August 1, 2025

to secure the IAQA Member Priority Rate! 

Space is Limited to 30 Participants!

(15 seats available as of July 29)

Non-members will have the opportunity to register for $199 if there are seats available after August 1.

WHEN:

Tues, September 16, 2025

9:00-4:30


Networking Lunch Provided by

AirQuality.News

WHERE:

Particles Plus, Inc.    

1490 Central Street    

Stoughton, MA  02072   USA


ACCOMODATIONS:

There are a number of towns that are each 15-20 minutes from Stoughton that have clusters of hotels.

One suggested area includes:

Courtyard Norwood/Canton, Residence Inn Norwood/Canton, 4 Points Sheraton, Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston/Walpole and Hampton Inn Boston/Norwood.

TRAVEL INFORMATION:

Fly to Boston (BOS)

BOS is 22 miles from Stoughton*

* Reminder: Mileage is not always a good indicator of actual time in the car in the greater Boston area. Check for Driving Times.

All IAQA Courses are accepted by the ACAC for continuing education credits.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • We will be checking in with attendees in late August to confirm any dietary restrictions for lunch. (Lunch is provided)


  • We will also be finalizing RSVPs at that time for anyone wishing to join the optional group dinners on Monday, Sept. 15 and Tuesday, Sept. 16. (Dinners are not included in the registration fee. These are social opportunities and each person will pay their own way.)

TO DO TODAY:

  1. Register now to secure the IAQA Member Rate!
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