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analysis for mercury). All wipe samples will be collected in accordance with
procedures specified in HUD Appendix 13.1.
b. The contractor shall document all the necessary information regarding sampling
activities, fill out all field logs, data sheets, and chain-of-custody forms. The
contractor shall use F2L for all sample and chain-of-custody documentation. Samples
must be labeled and accompanied with completed chain of custody forms before
shipping to the designated laboratory. The label must tncludciYhc EPA Project
Tracking Number. Samples will be packed, sealed and hand-delivered for analysis
to EMSL laboratories at: 307 W. 38“' St,New York. New York 212-290-0051,
Metals samples will be analyzed using EPA Method $W-846 601 OB. Mercury
samples will be analyzed using EPA Method SW-846,^71 AU,
Deliverables
The Project Monitor shall review all deliverables prior th*submission to EPA. The review
shall assure that each deliverable is accurate and complete, technically sound, and free of
clerical errors. , w '
The Project Monitor shall complete chain of cWody rceord the number of wipe samples,
record EPA Project Tracking N umbers, laboratory addrc.ss, date, and sample IDs in an agreed
upon electronic format or website approved by EPA within 24 hours of activity.
21. Post Clean-up Air Sampling Procedures
a. Sampling shall not begin until a visual inspection confirms the absence of visible dust
^sUnd debris. Post cleaning air sampling shall be performed upon successful visual
inspection and completed within 24 hours. A successful visual inspection shall be an
' "i"'Inspection that verifies the absence of dust and debris.
b. All surfaces must be completely dry prior to the start of sampling.
c. Window ^ir conditioning units where applicable shall be run/operated at least 15
minutes prior to the'start of sampling. The air conditioning units shall operate
continuously throughout the sampling.
d^ Based on consultation with resident, aggressive or modified aggressive air sampling
,>?’ will be conducted upon completion ofcleaning. In aggressive air monitoring sampling
situations,^'before the start of sampling, a 1 horsepower electric leaf blower will be
' used to direct exhaust air against walls, ceilings, floors and other surfaces. When
directing the exhaust, caution shall be taken to minimize disturbance and potential
V damage to furnishings and personal belongings. The procedure described below for
modified aggressive sampling techniques will also be employed
' e. * In modified aggressive sampling, one 20-inch fan shall be installed per 10,000 cubic
feet of room space and run at low speed. The fan shall operate continuously throughout
sampling and shall not be turned off until sampling is completed.
f. For studio apartments 3 samples shall be collected. For 1-bedroom apartments and
above 5 samples shall be collected. Sampling equipment shall be placed in living areas
and away from obstructions. The sampling cassette must be placed on a tripod and not
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