Under various geoscience rules and regulations, an individual may be asked to act as a qualified person and take responsibility, and potentially liability, for public reporting of technical information or certifying environmental conditions. The role of a qualified person requires an individual to possess several important characteristics including being a registered professional, having sufficient relevant experience with the task being performed, and a thorough understanding of the associated regulations and industry practices. The presenters of this session will cover several important topics that an individual acting as a qualified person needs to be aware of including how to self-assess relevant experience and legal considerations when acting as a qualified person.

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