Analytical Methods
ETC, Inc. performs all analyses per approved EPA Methods. Each method requires specific sampling protocol to ensure the integrity of the sample upon arrival at the laboratory. The client will be notified upon receipt of any sample that violates sampling protocol. The client will be given the option to:
- Proceed with the analysis.
- Discontinue the analysis
- Request new sample kit to re-sample.
If the client chooses to proceed with the analysis, the final report will be accompanied by a Non-Compliance Report detailing the problems encountered.
If the client chooses to discontinue the analysis and re-sample, the current samples will be returned and a new sample kit issued. Please note that the client may incur additional charges for sample disposal and additional sample kits.
The exception to Client Notification listed above is for water samples analyzed for Volatile Organic Compounds. Due to the nature of this analysis and method requirements, the preservation of these samples can be checked only just prior to analysis. A Case Narrative and/or Non-Compliance Report will be generated for those water samples that do not meet the pH requirement. Non-Compliant samples analyzed under these conditions will be billed to the client.
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