See KPU Library's guide to the 7th edition of APA Style for details on how to correctly cite sources in your writing.
The short video below, from the American Psychological Associaton, outlines some of the basics.
For you lab reports you may be citing sources from government websites and technical publications.
NOTE: The BC Environmental Laboratory Manual actually has a named editor. See the Title section, recommended citation, for details of authorship.
Zotero is a free browser tool that keeps track of your articles and webpages, and creates citations in several formats. Sign up for a free account, and your personal library will be accessible from any computer with an internet connection.
For help learning how to use Zotero, please visit Zotero.org for downloading and support.
Also available for free, Mendeley allows you to import articles from supported websites as well as stored on your local device, making them accessible from anywhere. Creates references and bibliographies in many styles.