Sampling
Before the actual collection of samples begins, KAM's senior personnel prepares the sampling operation procedures that will be implemented on the specific project to ensure that the samples will be representative of the situation at hand. All available floor diagrams of the building are thoroughly reviewed prior to the initial visit to assist in developing an appropriate sampling operation procedure, which will dictate, among other things, the number of units that will be sampled, the number of samples that will be collected within each individual unit and the and the specific points where samples will be collected.
During this preparatory procedure, the sampling lead manager takes into consideration all the relevant federal, state and local regulatory requirements for sample collection of the particular analyte (e.g. asbestos, lead, PCBs or mold) and applies appropriate scientific knowledge and experience to ensure representativeness and protection of the sampling crew, the building occupants and the general public from potential exposure.
Once the sampling operation procedures have been prepared, KAM's professional staff perform the actual collection of samples, which are then sent to the laboratory for analysis, following appropriate chain-of-custody procedures.
During this preparatory procedure, the sampling lead manager takes into consideration all the relevant federal, state and local regulatory requirements for sample collection of the particular analyte (e.g. asbestos, lead, PCBs or mold) and applies appropriate scientific knowledge and experience to ensure representativeness and protection of the sampling crew, the building occupants and the general public from potential exposure.
Once the sampling operation procedures have been prepared, KAM's professional staff perform the actual collection of samples, which are then sent to the laboratory for analysis, following appropriate chain-of-custody procedures.
