Hurricane Response Guide for Environmental Public Health Professionals
Preparation of Sample Containers Sample Container Labels: Each sample container must have a unique label with information such as sample collection date, time, site, preservation details, identification numbers, and the names and signatures of sampling personnel. Preparing Sample Containers for Packaging: After sample collection and preservation, containers are labeled, sealed, decontaminated, and/or disinfected before being packed into transport or shipping containers. General Sample Shipment Guidelines: Sampling personnel must ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations for the transfer of hazardous substances and environmental samples. Only trained and certified shippers may ship hazardous materials (HAZMAT). Chain of Custody (COC) Forms: COC forms document the creation, possession, and handling of samples from collection through analysis. Sampling personnel are responsible for providing the required information on the COC form and maintaining its integrity during transport. Custody Seals/Tamper-evident Bags: Custody seals or tamper-evident bags are used to ensure that samples have not been opened or tampered with after collection and packaging. The seals must be signed and dated by the person responsible for packing the container. Resources DoD Environmental Field Sampling Handbook, DOD, 2013 Environmental Sampling Environmental Sampling and Analytical Methods (ESAM) Program Protocol for Collection of Water Samples for Detection of Pathogens and Biothreat Agents Sampling and Analysis Plan - Guidance and Template v.4 - General Projects Sampling and Analysis Plan (SAP) Template Tool Sample Collection Information Document for Chemicals, Radiochemicals, Pathogens, and Biotoxins: Companion to Selected Analytical Methods for Environmental Remediation and Recovery (SAM) 2022
Sample Collection Information Documents (SCID) Sample Collection Procedures and Strategies
SAP Template Tool User Guide Trade-off Tools for Sampling
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