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IEA-CT LABORATORY QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN IEA An Aquarion Company TUT OO5 17O8 *64570* 64570 IE A Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/QAPOOIOO.CT date: 08/02/93 IEA-CT LABORATORY QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN Prepared by: Marsha K. Culik 200 Monroe Turnpike Monroe, CT 06468 TUT O05 17O9 IE A Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT page 2 or 41 date: OS/02/93 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM -IDENTIFICATION FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2.0 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2.1 Background ........................................... 8 2.2 Purpose ............................................. 8 2.3 Scope .............................................. 8 3.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE POLICY STATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 3.1 ETHICS POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 4.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 4.2 Assignment of Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 4.3 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 4.4 Document Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 4.5 QA Program Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 4.6 Additional Lab Policies to Achieve QA Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 4.6.1 External Profiency Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 4.6.2 Internal Profiency Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 4.6.3 Routine Use of QC Check Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 4.6.4 Solvent Monitoring Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 4.6.5 Quality Assurance Final Report Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 4.6.6 Monitoring Lateness of Data Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 4.6.7 Method Detection Limit Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 4.6.8 IEA Good Laboratory Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 4.6.9 Quality Control Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 5.0 PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 5.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 5.2 Education and Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 5.3 Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 5.4 Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 6.0 FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT AND SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 6.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 6.2 Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 6.3 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 6.4 Instrument Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 7.0 DATA GENERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 7.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 7.2 Quality Assurance Project Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 7.3 Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 TUT O05 1710 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan DooT QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 7.4 Standard Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 7.5 Chain-of Custody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 8.0 DATA PROCESSING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 8.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 8.2 Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 8.3 Validation/Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 8.4 Data and Report Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 8.5 Transcription . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 8.6 Data Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 9.0 DATA QUALITY ASSESSMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 9.1 Precision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 9.2 Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 9.3 Accuracy . . . . . . . . * . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 9.4 Representativeness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 9.5 Comparability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 9.6 Completeness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 10.0 CORRECTIVE ACTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 10.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 10.2 System Audit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 10.3 Performance Audits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 10.4 Independent Audits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 10.5 Subcontracted Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 11.0 IMPLEMENTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 rUT OO5 1711 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 LIST OF TABLES Table # 5.4.1 State Certifications 7.3.1 Analytical Capabilities LIST OF FIGURES Figure # 1.0 IEA Ethics Policy 2.0 Organizational Chart 3.0 Floor Plan 4.0 Corrective Action Report 5.0 Precision and Accuracy Data Quality Objectives 6.0 Classical Chemistry Methods and Detection Limits 7.0 Organic Compound List 8.0 Metals Detection Limits TUT OO5 17.12 IEA Corporation lEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT page S of 41 date: 08/02/93 APPENDIX A) Equipment List B) Professional Profiles C) Chain of Custody TUT OO5 1713 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 1.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM -IDENTIFICATION FORM Document Title: IEA-CT QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM PLAN Company Address: Telephone: IEA,Inc.-CT 200 Monroe Turnpike Monroe, CT 06468 (203) 261-4458 Company Official: Title: Company Official: Title: Michael V. Bonomo Director of Operations Jeffrey C. Curran Laboratory Manager Company Official: Title: Marsha K. Culik Quality Assurance Manager Plan Coverage: Functions: IEA Connecticut laboratory including the following: Sample Receipt GC Laboratory GC/MS Laboratories Quality Assurance Report Production Computer Systems Inorganics Laboratory Organic Extractions Data Entry Facilities and Safety TUT GO 5 17.14 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/ QAP00100.CT dale: 08/02/93 Concurrences: Name: Title: Name: Title: Name: Tide: Name: Title: Name: Title: Name: Title: Name: Title: Name: Title: Name: Title: Name: Title: Michael Bonomo Director of Operations Jeffrey Curran Laboratory Manager Marsha Culik Quality Assurance Manager Larry Lewis Organics Manager Jack Bennett Extractions Group Leader Larry Decker GC/MS Volatiles Group Leader Kristen Madden GC/MS Semi-volatiles Group Leader Kirn Mature GC Group Leader Peter Frick Classical Chemistry Group Leader Dan Helfirch Metals Group Leader Signature: Date: / Signature: Date: 7 Signatur^ Date: Signature- Date: Signatu Date: Signatu Date: Date: Signature: Date: Signature: Date: J Signature^ Date: //u- j TUT' CO 5 171S IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 2.0 INTRODUCTION 2.1 Background The Connecticut facility of IEA Corporation (Industrial & Environmental Analysts, Inc.) located at 200 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe, Connecticut, is a full service environmental testing laboratory specializing in analysis of air, water, soil, and sediments. IEA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the AQUARION Company, headquartered in Bridgeport, Connecticut. 2.2 Purpose This Quality Assurance Program Plan (QAPmP) covers laboratory operation at IEA, Inc.-CT. The purpose of this QAPmP is to provide information on laboratory operations as required for specific Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPjPs), and to provide the basis for the Quality Assurance Program at IEA, Inc.-CT. This program is based on the IEA Corporate Quality Assurance Program Plan document/? QAQ00101.NET. This QAPmP is based upon USEPA guidelines are specified in the following EPA document: QAMS-004/80, Guidelines and Specifications for Preparing Quality Assurance Program Plans. Quality Assurance Management Staff (QAMS), USEPA, 1979. 2.3 Scope This QA program applies to the generation of analytical data utilized for environmental monitoring and assessment programs. The major types of laboratory support for government regulations are as follows: Analysis and characterization of environmental (soil, sediment, water and air) and waste samples per the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for either compliance, disposal or delisting purposes. Analysis of drinking water samples in support of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Analysis of environmental samples in accordance with contracts with the USEPA CLP program and various state agencies (CERCLA and NYSDEC). Analysis of environmental samples (soil, sediment, water and air) for contaminants such as those compounds found on the EPA priority pollutant list, target compound list, etc. for site assessment purposes. Analysis of waste stream samples in accordance with NPDES requirements. TUT OO5 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan DooC QAP00100.CT date: OS/02/93 3.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE POLICY STATEMENT It is the policy of IEA, Inc.-CT that the Quality Assurance (QA) Program be appropriate to assure that all data collected and reported will be of known and documented value. The objective of the QA Program (QAPmP) is to ensure, assess and document that all data collected, stored and reported are scientifically valid, defensible and of the precision and accuracy required to meet the objectives of our clients. It is the goal of IEA, Inc.-CT to provide the best laboratory services to our clients. To accomplish this, the product which we produce, analytical measurement data, must be of defined quality and at the same time conform to government regulations and requirements. IEA Quality Policy "Management and staff are committed to maintaining a carefully controlled analytical environment in order to ensure the consistent generation of accurate data which meets or exceeds the data quality objectives of our clientele" 3.1 ETHICS POLICY IEA - CT recognizes that maintaining a proper ethical standard is an important element of an effective Quality Assurance program. In order to ensure that all personnel understand the importance the company places on maintaining high ethical standards at all times, the company has established an "Ethics Policy" (attached as Figure 1.0). All existing and new employees are required to review and sign an acknowledgment that they will adhere to the policy. A copy is maintained in personnel files. TUT OO5 1717 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan DocT QAI'OOIOO.CT date: 08/02/93 4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGEMENT 4.1 Introduction The management of IEA-CT is committed to the execution of the quality assurance program described in this document. All managers and employees are required to comply with the program's goals, requirements and responsibilities. 4.2 Assignment of Responsibilities Quality Assurance at IEA - CT is monitored at both the corporate and laboratory levels. lEA's Network Quality Assurance program is led by the Corporate Director of Quality Assurance, who reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer of IEA. The QA program at each network lab is directed by the QA Manager at that facility, who reports directly to the Laboratory Director and indirectly to the Corporate QA Director. The following provides a listing of responsibilities and authority of key managerial personnel: Director of Operations: Responsibility: To comply with the quality assurance program and require similar compliance by all staff personnel. Ensure that all laboratory operations under control are active participants in attaining the network quality assurance objectives. Ensure compliance with methods and procedures as written. Timely compliance with any corrective action requirements. Authority: Maintain the authority to suspend or terminate employees for dishonesty, or non-compliance with established QA policies and procedures. Authority is granted from the vice president of IEA, to whom they report. Laboratory Manager: Responsibility: Ensure compliance with methods and procedures as written. Ensure that analytical procedures are performed in accordance with the requested method and SOPs. Oversee preparation of analytical reports and data review. TUT CO5 1718 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAPOOIOO.CT date: 08/02/93 Authority: Maintain the authority to suspend or terminate employees for dishonesty, or non-compliance with established QA policies and procedures. Authority is granted from the Director of Operations, to whom they report. Laboratory Quality Assurance Staff Responsibility: Responsible for monitoring and assessing compliance of the laboratory with the requirements contained in the corporate QA program. Function as a liaison between the corporate QA director and laboratory staff at their facility. Maintain a document control system containing correct policies and procedures utilized by the laboratory. Maintain laboratory certification programs. Oversee corrective action process with regards to data quality issues. Conduct internal system and performance audits. Authority: The QA staff has the authority to stop or change any analytical procedure in order to assure that data quality is maintained. The authority of the QA staff is granted by the director of the facility. 4.3 Communications The quality assurance department communicates internally and externally through various means. Weekly conference calls are held by the network QA department for all QA Managers to discuss various issues and exchange information. Monthly quality assurance reports are generated and submitted to laboratory management and the corporate QA department. 4.4 Document Control A document control system is set up both at the corporate level as well as the laboratory level. Procedures for Corporate Document Control are detailed in corporate SOP DOC# QAS00100.NET. The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for ensuring that the document control system is properly managed. Any new or revised document must be submitted to the QA Manager for review and distribution. It is the responsibility of all members of the laboratory to maintain complete records of all operations TUT 005 1719 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 performed. All records shall be neat and organized. All laboratory records are the property of the laboratory and shall not be removed from the premises without permission from supervisors. All records are considered confidential and must be safeguarded. Unauthorized changes, loss or destruction of records can be grounds for dismissal from the laboratory. Consult the IEA. Inc. Ethics Policy regarding integrity of data and employee conduct. Measurement records must be recorded in pre-printed record logs or pre-printed measurement logs. This policy will facilitate the organization and archival of all laboratory data for future reference. All injection forms, instrumentation forms, sample prep forms, QC forms, etc. which are used to process samples and measurement results are described and attached to each analytical SOP. The SOP specifies where these records and forms are cataloged and stored. All measurement data is recorded in logbooks or on pre-printed log sheets in permanent ink. Transcriptions will be avoided whenever possible. The record will reflect the measurement performed and all appropriate details for conclusions related to the measurement. The record must be initialed and dated by the individual performing the measurement on the day the measurement is performed. Corrections shall be made by drawing a single line through the error, initialing and dating the error. All forms will be reviewed by the QA Manager annually. If it is found that the document does not meet the requirements of the SOP, the discrepancy is forwarded to the group/section leader through the corrective action process (reference SOP on Corrective Action Reports -QAS00501.CT). Further detail on laboratory document control is found in the SOP on Document Control - QAS00300.CT. 4.5 QA Program Assessment On a semi-annual basis the QA Manager will perform laboratory audits. The purpose of this is to determine if the laboratory staff is following the SOPs or if the SOPs need revising. The QA Manager will also ensure that proper documentation through corrective action reports and case narratives is utilized and that there is conformance to identified critical control points. The Corporate QA Director semi-annually audits the facility for conformance to corporate QA directives. The SOP for Corporate Audit checklist, Doc# QAS00300.NET, is used for all internal audits. Other performance audit checklists may be used to ensure adherence to specific protocols. The QA Manager shall submit an audit report to the Laboratory Manager. A written response must be submitted back to the QA Manager within 30 days with a corrective action response to all findings. The audit report shall be included in the monthly progress report to management. Quality Assurance reports are generated by the QA Manager on a monthly basis summarizing all QA/QC activities. The QA report to the corporate QA director may include a summary of PE results, data audits, external audits, changes in certification status, significant QA concerns and recommendations for resolution and a summary of the internal audit if performed. A copy of this is distributed to laboratory management and to the Corporate QA Director. A written status report is also generated and distributed to the laboratory staff. In addition to the TUT OO5 1720 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 information addressed on the corporate QA report, this report includes a summary of corrective action reports for the month, status of SOPs, external audit comments, data review comments, and communications from the corporate QA department. 4.6 Additional Lab Policies to Achieve QA Objectives QA objectives are accomplished by having analytical data be of defined quality and at the same time conform to EPA regulations and requirements. There are numerous policies and standard procedures which have been implemented to ensure that data of known quality is continually generated by the IEA - CT laboratory. The following are examples of additional policies performed at the IEA-CT laboratory: 4.6.1 External Proficiency Program Bi-annually, the laboratory participates in the USEPA Water Supply (WS) and Water Pollution (WP) proficiency programs. IEA - CT also participates in the NYSDOH proficiency testing program for Potable Water, Hazardous Waste and CLP. The lab currently analyzes quarterly organic PE samples from EPA for the CLP program. 4.6.2 Internal Proficiency Program On a quarterly basis the QA Manager will submit QC samples supplied from an external source to the laboratory. The purpose of this is to check the accuracy of results, assess data quality, documentation and completeness of data reporting. 4.6.3 Routine Use of QC Check Samples In order to access the quality of analytical data on a day-to-day QC check samples, a QC check sample/LCS is included in every inorganic batch which includes metals and wet chemistries. For organic analyses, these are included in analytical batches as required by the particular method. The check sample contains the analytes of interest and must be of an independent source or lot number. For organic Appendix 9 analyses the TAL sub-set shall be used for the QC check standard. Inorganic acceptance criteria is listed in figure 5.1. Organic acceptance criteria is method dependant. Examples are listed in figure 5.0. 4.6.4 Solvent Monitoring Program All solvents are assayed prior to use. Solvents purchased in bulk are assayed by the IEA-NC laboratory for the IEA network of laboratories according to corporate SOP on Solvent Assay - QAS00400.NET. Assay results are on file at that facility. A list of approved solvents is distributed to all other facilities. Any solvents purchased independently of the corporate solvent program must be assayed according to the corporate SOP on Solvent Assays - QAS00400.NET. All cases of solvent received are coded and stored in a secured stock room. Solvent is used on first-in first-out basis. Method blank data is reviewed to access possible solvent contamination. TUT CO5 1721 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan DooC QAPOOIOO.CT date: OS/02/93 4.6.5 Quality Assurance Final Report Review The QA Manager is responsible for reviewing 5 percent of the final data reports issued for each month. 4.6.6 Monitoring Lateness of Data Reports One of the key aspects of the quality of laboratory services to IEA-CT is the timeliness of report generation. This information is monitored on a monthly basis through the use of the LIMS computer system and reported to IEA corporate through the QA department. 4.6.7 Method Detection Limit Verification Method detection limit (MDL) studies are required during initial setup of the particular method. MDLs must be performed in the event of a major change in technique or instrumentation. Certain state certifications require that all MDLs be performed annually. This shall be performed for the standard target compound list for organics and all other certified parameters. Miscellaneous parameters will be done upon initial set-up. All MDLs are available for review upon request. 4.6.8 IEA Good Laboratory Practices Below are listed examples of Good Laboratory Practices established to enhance the quality of data reported: A. Standardized logbook requirements (Doc# QAS01201.NET) Measurement records must be recorded in pre-printed record logs or pre-printed permanently bound measurement logs. This policy will facilitate the organization and archival of all laboratory data for future reference. All measurement data is recorded in logbooks or on pre-printed log sheets in black permanent ink. Transcriptions will be avoided whenever possible. The record will reflect the measurement performed and all appropriate details for conclusions related to the measurement. The record must be initialed and dated by the individual performing the measurement on the day the measurement is performed. Corrections shall be made by drawing a single line through the error, initialing and dating the error. B. Balance calibration (Doc# QAS01000.NET) There must be a unique identifier for each balance. All balances are checked daily with use and documented. Acceptance ranges are established for each balance. Each balance must be checked in the weight range normally used. All balances are TUT OO',:.i .1722 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance PUn Doc/QAP00100.CT page IS of 41 date: 08/02/93 professionally serviced and calibrated semi-annually. C. Temperature monitoring requirements for lab apparatus (Doc# QAS00801.NET) Refrigerators, freezers and lab ovens are checked each working day. A unique identifier is assigned for each unit. Acceptance ranges are established for each unit. Thermometers used in monitoring must be calibrated to a NBS traceable thermometer annually, at a minimum. State certification requirements may require more frequent calibration. All thermometers are immersed in appropriate media to avoid temperature fluctuations during measurement. D. Correcting data and general laboratory records (Doc# QAS01300.NET) All entries must be entered in black ink. "White Out" is not to be used at any time within the laboratory for alteration or correction of lab documents. Corrections are made using a one-line strikeout. All corrections are initialed and dated by the data editor. E. Handling reagents and analytical standards Full and complete documentation is provided on the use and composition of all standards used for preservation or measurement, or spiking of all environmental sam- ples. This includes lot numbers of solvents, reagents, and standards used and the date and initials of the analyst who prepared the standard. These items must be recorded in the standards preparation logbook. IEA preparation code numbers must be assigned to each and every standard prepared including dilutions of standards. Further information on standards preparation can be found in the analytical SOPs. F. Cleaning procedures for laboratory glassware All glassware is cleaned according to procedures outlined in the laboratory SOPs. Glassware is washed with soap and water then either rinsed with a solvent or an acid wash depending on the type of analyses being performed. Glassware used for organic extractions are placed in a muffle furnace for further cleaning. G. Requirements for general lab calibration curves including the following: In cases where the referenced analytical method does not provide specific guidance or requirements for development of initial or continuing calibration curves, the following procedure is to be utilized by the laboratory. All standard calibration curves must consist of a minimum of three points. Any deviation from this must be approved in writing by the facility QA Manager. The curve must yield a correlation coefficient greater than 0.995, or alternatively all MJi COS i. 72.5 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan DocT QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 calibration points must be within 10 percent of the expected value for the curve to be considered acceptable. Concentration of compounds or analytes must fall within the calibration range of the curve to be acceptable for quantitation for inorganic and organic methodology. H. Method blank subtraction Subtraction of method blanks from sample results is not permitted unless specifically authorized by the laboratory QA Manager unless stated in the method. 4.6.9 Quality Control Charts Control charts are to be generated for parameters for which QC data is available. Both precision (RPD) and accuracy (percent recovery) are to be charted. All control charts are to be updated on a quarterly basis. Control charts are generated using a computer program. Procedures are outlined in the SOP. 1.724 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Docl QAP00100.CT dale: 08/02/93 5.0 PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS 5.1 Introduction The IEA-CT staff consists of over 60 professionals and support personnel which include: Analytical Chemists Quality Assurance Specialists Computer Systems Analysts Environmental Technicians Customer service Staff Account Executives 5.2 Education and Experience The personnel who are responsible for operations of sample analyses and data validation are outlined in Figure 2. Figure 2 also illustrates the reporting relationships. Professional profiles of key employees are presented in the appendix of the QAP. IEA-CT has many years of experience in the environmental testing field. Examples of relevant experiences are available upon request. 5.3 Training All laboratory personnel must have adequate education, training, and experience to carry out their responsibilities. The QA Manager and the Laboratory Management will periodically review the training needs of the staff and make recommendations for any additional training. Each department within the laboratory is responsible for personnel training. Training sessions are scheduled on a monthly basis. Each training session, whether it be individual or group training must be documented utilizing the forms attached to the corporate SOP for Employee Training QASO1600.NET. The completed forms must be submitted to the Human Resource department for placement into the employee training files. Included in the training process is analyst proficiency testing. A successful QC check sample must be analyzed and documented for each analyst. This information is on file with the QA Manager. 5.4 Certifications Table 5.4.1 presents the state certifications held by the IEA-CT laboratory. Many states certify laboratories for specific parameters or tests within a category (i.e. method 325.2 for wastewater). The information in the following table indicates the lab is certified in a general category of testing such as drinking water or wastewater analysis. The laboratory should be contacted directly if parameter-specific certification information is required. IEA-CT currently participates in the USEPA Superfund Contract Laboratory Program (CLP). The lab is also approved to perform work for the Army Corps of Engineers which validates laboratories on a project-by-project basis. TUT 005 1725 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/ QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 TABLE 5.4.1 STATE CERTIFICATIONS In some instances it may be necessary for environmental data to be reported to a regulatory authority with reference to a certified laboratory. For your convenience, the laboratory identification numbers for the lEA-Connecticut laboratory are provided in the following table. Many states certify laboratories for specific parameters or tests within a category (i.e. method 325.2 for wastewater). The information in the following table indicates the lab is certified in a general category of testing such as drinking water or wastewater analysis. The laboratory should be contacted directly if parameter-specific certification information is required. lEA-Connecticut Certification Summary (as of June 1993) :§iliiiiiiiiii Connecticut Kansas Massachusetts New Hampshire New Jersey New York North Carolina Rhode Island California liiip ;:i •: :•-.::;!; ;:>::.:;iRe^|x)nsii|);(!;;^gency ; : < , ;; ^ ;: x>:; ;' f?.::i Department of Health Services Department of Health and Environmental Services Department of Environmental Protection Department of Environmental Services Department of Environmental Protection Department of Health Division of Environmental Management Department of Health Department of Health Services i:;;;-;|f:l : Certification . : :•: Drinking Water, Wastewater Drinking Water, Wastewatcr/Solid, Hazardous Waste Potable/Non-Potable Water Drinking Water, Waslewater Drinking Water, Wastewater CLP, Drinking Water, Wastewater, Solid/ Hazardous Waste Wastewater Chemistry .. .Non- Potable Water and Wastewater Hazardous Waste ::;;;;:;:il^;;^jii^r.:.::>;| PH-0497 E-210/E-1185 CT023 252891 46410 10602 388 A43 1778 OO5 1726 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAPOOIOO.CT date: 08/02/93 6.0 FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT AND SERVICEES 6.1 Introduction The following describes the physical facility of the IEA-CT laboratory. 6.2 Facilities IEA-CT is located at 200 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe, Connecticut. The laboratory currently maintains a staff of approximately 60 environmental professionals and occupies a facility of approximately 13,000 sq. ft. Separate laboratory areas are dedicated to GC instrumentation, GC/MS instrumentation, extractions for organic parameters, sample preparation for metals analysis, metals analysis and wet chemistries. The volatiles analysis laboratory containing GC/MS instrumentation has a separate air handling system which is maintained at a positive pressure at all times. The organic sample preparation laboratory has a separate HVAC system that creates negative pressure in the area. This design results in a contaminant-free environment for trace-level volatiles analysis. Critical instrumentation such as GC/MS units, ICP's, AA's, data systems and gas chromatographs are tied into an uninterruptable power supply system (UPS) to minimize instrument downtime and damage for short duration power interuptions. The floor plan of the analytical laboratory is attached as Figure 3. The laboratory is secured by a card key access system. Only authorized IEA-CT personnel have access to the facility. All visitors must sign in with the receptionist and must be accompanied by an IEA-CT employee. The sample receipt and storage area is under the responsibility of the sample custodian. This area is a locked, secure area opened by the sample control department each day. A walk-in refrigeration unit and 14 locked commercial refrigerator units are used to house samples waiting for analysis. Samples for volatile analysis are stored in separate units. Locked laboratory refrigerators, located throughout the laboratory, are used to maintain sample extracts or laboratory reagents. Each laboratory refrigerator is dedicated to sample, sample extract, or reagent storage. 6.3 Equipment A complete list of equipment utilized at the IEA-CT facility is listed in the Appendix. The following outlines major equipment used by the laboratory: Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometers 7 Gas Chromatographs 6 Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrophotometer 2 Graphite Furnace/AA 3 TUT 005 1727 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 Automated Analyzer for Wet Chemistry 1 Total Organic Halide (TOX) Analyzer 1 Total Organic Carbon Analyzer 1 LIMS (Laboratory Information System) 1 Automated Data Acquisition Management System (ADAM) 1 6.4 Instrument Maintenance Where it is economically feasible, the IEA-CT laboratory has service contracts for major instruments. These contracts provide routine preventive maintenance according to the manufacturer's requirements. Additionally the laboratory maintains an inventory of expendable parts and supplies to minimize downtime and to allow laboratory personnel to make minor repairs if necessary. Each analytical measurement SOP lists the preventive maintenance schedule for each instrument which is to be followed by in-house and extramural repair contractors. In addition, each measurement group must maintain a log of all in-house and extramural preventive maintenance activities. The following represent examples of general measures which are performed throughout the laboratory. GC/MS SYSTEMS 1.0 Hewlett-Packard 5995 GC/MS Routine and Preventive Maintenance *"Check oil level in mechanical pumps *Check water level and operating condition in the Neslab cooling units *Check compressed air gas supply *"Check helium gas supply *Check carbon dioxide gas supply *"Change the oil in the mechanical pumps *Inspect the pump hoses and replace if required *Change oil in the diffusion pump *Change foreline and exhaust trap absorbent *Inspect and refill the calibration sample vial with PFTBA *Vacuum fan grills and filters *Check fore and separator pump pressures *Ion source cleaning and filament replacement *Column replacement and conditioning *"Column cutting and reinstallation *"Manual tuning *"Change compressed air gas supply *"Change helium gas supply *"Change carbon dioxide gas supply *"Recharge Neslab cooling units Frequency Weekly Weekly Daily Daily Daily Every 6 months Every 6 months Every 6 months Every 6 months Every 6 months Every 6 months Weekly As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed TUT 1728 IEA Corporation IliA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/ QAP00100.CT date: OS/02/93 ""Replace electron multiplier *Remove and clean or replace jet separator 2.0 Hewlett-Packard 5970 MSD / 5971 MSD Routine and Preventive Maintenance •Check oil level in mechanical pumps •Change the oil in the mechanical pumps ""Inspect the pump hoses and replace if required •"Change oil in the turbo pump •"Change exhaust trap absorbent •"Inspect and refill the calibration sample vial with PFTBA •"Vacuum fan grills and filters •Ion source cleaning and filament replacement •"Manual tuning •"Replace electron multiplier •"Clean out transfer line to GC 3.0 Hewlett-Packard 5890 GC Routine and Preventive Maintenance •"Check helium gas supply •"Change split vent trap •"Column replacement and conditioning •"Column cutting and reinstallation •"Change helium gas cylinder •"Change liner and septum •"Clean injection port 4.0 Hewlett-Packard 7672A Autosampler Routine and Preventive Maintenance •"Inspect and correct injector alignment •"Inspect syringe •"Check compressed air gas supply •"Inspect and adjust tension on sample tray •"Change rinse vials •"Change waste vials •"Replace syringe •"Sand injector post •"Realign autosampler on brackets •"Change compressed air cylinder As needed As needed Frequency Weekly Every 6 months Every 6 months Every 6 months Every 6 months Every 6 months Every 6 months As needed As needed As needed After every column removal Frequency Daily Every 3 months As needed Daily or as needed As needed Daily or as needed As needed Frequency After reseating Daily Daily Daily Daily Weekly As needed As needed As needed As needed TUT O05 1729 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 5.0 Hewlett-Packard 7673A Autosampler Routine and Preventive Maintenance •"Inspect syringe •"Inspect seating of injector •"Change rinse vials ""Change waste vials •"Replace syringe •"Reset control box Frequency Daily Daily Daily Weekly As needed As needed 6.0 Tekmar Purge and Trap Sample Concentrators and Autosamplers Routine and Preventive Maintenance Frequency •"Inspect spargers and fittings •"Check purge flow •"Inspect line and valve temperatures •"Change and condition trap •"Adjust purge flow •"Rinse or clean sparging vessels •"Rinse sample lines •"Bake out trap •"Replace lines and fittings • Adjust line and valve temperatures 7.0 Envirochem Air Sample Concentrator and Autosampler Routine and Preventive Maintenance •"Inspect fittings "Check flows •"Inspect line and valve temperatures •"Change and condition internal traps •"Adjust flow •"Bake out trap •"Replace lines and fittings •"Adjust line and valve temperatures Daily Daily Daily As needed As needed As needed As needed After each analysis extend as needed As needed As needed Frequency Daily Daily Daily As needed As needed After each analysis extend as needed As needed As needed TUT GO5 1730 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Docl QAP00100.CT GC SYSTEMS 1.0 Hewlett-Packard 5890A GC (GC-4 Dual ECD) Routine and Preventive Maintenance *Check gas supply *Check breakdown criteria "Vacuum filters and grills "Column replacement and conditioning "Column cutting and reinstallation "Change gas cylinders "Change liner and septum "Replace guard column "Clean injection port "Recondition ECD "Change ECD vent absorbent traps 2.0 Hewlett-Packard 5890A GC (GC-3 FID/NPD) Routine and Preventive Maintenance "Check gas supply "Vacuum filters and grills "Column replacement and conditioning "Column cutting and reinstallation "Change gas cylinders "Change liner and septum "Clean injection port "Replace or reactivate the NPD collector 3.0 Perkin-Elmer Sigma 3B GC (GC-2 ECD) Routine and Preventive Maintenance "Check gas supply "Vacuum filters and grills "Column replacement and conditioning "Change gas cylinders "Change injection port septum "Clean or replace ECD anode "Change glass wool "Replace partial packing "Change ECD vent absorbent trap Frequency Daily As required by run sequence Quarterly As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed Quarterly Frequency Daily Quarterly As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed Frequency Daily Quarterly As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed As needed Quarterly date: 08/02/93 TUT 005 1731 IEA Corporation ICA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT 6.0 Hewlett-Packard 7673A Autosampler Routine and Preventive Maintenance •"Inspect syringe ""Inspect seating of injector •"Inspect rinse and waste vials •Vacuum filters and grills •"Replace syringe •Change rinse and waste vials 7.0 Perkin-Elmer AS-100B Autosampler Routine and Preventive Maintenance •"Inspect syringe •"Inspect rinse and waste vials •"Check flushing efficiency •"Clean or replace syringe •"Change rinse and waste vials •"Change diverter valve septum METALS SYSTEMS 1.0 Graphite Furnace Routine and Preventive Maintenance •"Clean contact rings, furnace housing and quartz windows •"Inspect, clean or replace graphite tubes •"Replenish matrix modifiers •"Check lamp alignments and energies •Clean mirrors for the optical sensors •"Clean windows on furnace housing •"Inspect contact rings for excessive wear 2.0 Inductively Coupled Plasma Routine and Preventive Maintenance •"Change capillary and pump tubing •"Replace liquid argon tank •"Reprofile via slit micrometer •"Replace and realign plasma torch •Clean nebulizer and spray chamber Frequency Daily Daily Daily Quarterly As needed As needed Frequency Daily Daily Daily As needed As needed As needed Frequency Daily As needed Daily Daily Weekly Weekly Monthly Frequency Twice weekly As required Per manual As needed As needed date: 08/02/93 TUT 1732 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT "Check primary imaging mirror 3.0 Mercury Analyzer Routine and Preventive Maintenance "Clean sample cell and tubing "Check sparger condition *Check level of mercury scrubber solution "Replace lamps WET CHEMISTRY SYSTEMS 1.0 pH Meters Routine and Preventive Maintenance "Clean electrode if calibration has deteriorated "Store pH electrodes in pH 7.0 buffer "Check ISE electrodes and meter 2.0 Analytical Balances Routine and Preventive Maintenance "Surfaces cleaned and covered "Calibrated and cleaned by manufacturer "Accuracy checked by class "S" weights 3.0 Conductivity Meters Routine and Preventive Maintenance "Instrument surfaces inspected and cleaned "Calibrated using 0.01M potassium chloride "Spare cells on inventory 4.0 Spectrophotometers Routine and Preventive Maintenance "Instrument cleaned Weekly Frequency Monthly Daily Daily As required Frequency As needed Daily Per manual Frequency Daily Semi-annually Prior to use Frequency Daily Daily As needed Frequency Daily use date: 08/02/93 i'UT GO 5 1733 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Docl QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 5.0 Total Organic Halogen Analyzer (TOX) Routine and Preventive Maintenance Frequency •"Instrument cleaned Daily use •"Perform cell performance checks Daily •"Flush cells and check heated tapes Daily •"Inspect sample boats, inlet and exit tubes, o-rings and seals Daily 6.0 Autoanalyzer Systems Routine and Preventive Maintenance Frequency ""Clean all components and flush system Daily use •"Inspect all pump tubes and sample lines Daily use •"Inspect line coils, heating baths and filters Weekly •"Inspect all colorimeter filters Weekly •"Inspect and clean chemical manifolds Monthly TUT GO5 1734 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan DooC QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 7.0 DATA GENERATION 7.1 Introduction There are numerous policies and standard procedures which have been implemented to ensure that data of known quality is continually generated by the IEA-CT laboratory. The IEA Corporate and Laboratory Facility Quality Assurance Plans are examples of documents which are generated. Guidelines for the facility QA plans are detailed in section 7.2.1 of the Corporate Quality Assurance Program Plan Doc#QAQOO 10I.NET. 7.2 Quality Assurance Project Plans Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPjP) are developed to meet contract and agency requirements on a project specific basis. These plans discuss specific terms, policies, objectives and QA activities designed to achieve the data quality objectives of the project. All QA project plans are written in accordance with the following USEPA Document: USEPA Guidelines and Specification for Preparing Quality Assurance Project Plans. QAMS-005/80, Washington DC: USEPA, Quality Assurance Management Staff, October 17, 1980. Guidelines for preparing QA project plans are also detailed in the Corporate Quality Assurance Program Plan Doc#QAQOO 10I.NET. 7.3 Methods IEA-CT utilizes a wide variety of analytical methods. A listing of general analytical capabilities is presented in Table 7.3.1. Each department is required to have a written standard operating procedure (SOP) in use which describes how the requirements of the method are met. All SOPs must be prepared in accordance with IEA Doc.#QAS00200.NET. Analytical methodologies and quality assurance protocols in use are based on the following guidelines: "Methods of Organic Chemical Analysis of Municipal and Industrial Wastewater", Federal Register Vol. 49, No. 209, October 26, 1984; "Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Wastes", SW-846 Third Edition, September 1986, USEPA; "Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater" 1985, 14th, 15th, 16th and 17th Editions; "Methods for Chemical Analysis of Water and Wastes" March 1983 EMSL, EPA; TUT CO5 1735 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Docf QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 Organic Analysis: Multi-media, Multi-concentration-IFB-CLP, January 1991, Document Number OLM01.8 (plus revisions); Inorganic Analysis: Multi-media, Multi-concentration-IFB-CLP, Document Numbers ILM01.0 and ILM02.0; New York State Department of Environmental Conservation - Analytical Services Protocol, September 1989, 12/91 Revisions; "Methods for the Determination of Organic Compounds in Drinking Water" December 1988 (revised July, 1991), EPA-600/4-88/039; "Handbook for Analytical Quality Control in Waste and Wastewater Laboratories", EPA-600/4- 79-019, March 1979. TUT 005 1736 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/ QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 TABLE 7.3.1 IEA-CT ANALYTICAL CAPABILITIES I. ORGANICS-GC/MS Volatile Organics-524 Volatile Organics-8240 Volatile Organics-CLP Volatile Organics-T01/T02 Volatile Organics-Appcndix IX Acid & Base/Ncutrals-8270 Acid & Base/Neutrals-CLP Acid & Base/Neutrals-Appendix IX III. INORGANIC METALS ICP Metals Furnace Metals CLP Metals V. INORGANIC WET CHEMISTRY* Acidity Alkalinity Ammonia Bicarbonate Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) Bromide Chloride Chlorine Demand Chlorine Residual Chemical Oxygen Demand Color Conductivity Chromium (VI) Cyanide - Amenable Cyanide - Total Cyanide (CLP) Dissolved Oxygen Flashpoint Fluoride Grain Size Hydrocarbon analysis MBAS Nitrate Nitrite Odor Oil and Grease Paint Filter Test PH Phenols II. ORGANICS-GC Organohalide Pesticides & PCBs-608 Organohalide Pesticides & PCBs-8080 Organohalide Pesticides & PCBs-CLP Organophosphate Pesticides-8140 Organohalide Pesticides & PCBs-Appcndix IX Chlorinated Herbicides-8150 Chlorinated Herbicides-Appendix IX IV. BIOLOGICAL ANALYSES Total Coliform Fecal Coliform Standard Plate Count Enterococci Fecal Streptococcus Phosphate Phosphorus Seuleable Solids Silica Specific Gravity Sulfate Sulfide Sulfite Sludge Volume Index Tannins and Lignins Total Dissolved Solids Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Total Organic Carbon Total Organic Halides Total Solids Total Suspended Solids Turbidity Volatile Solids Corrosivity Characteristics Ignitability Characteristics EPTOX TCLP * Figures 6.0 - 6.1 list actual analytical methods utilized TUT 005 1737 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 7.4 Standard Operating Procedures All laboratory activities, from sample receipt to analysis to final report generation, must adhere to the laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which have been developed to provide quality environmental data with adequate documentation to be of known quality and hence of maximum use to our clients. All SOPs provide complete documentation as to how each sample is measured for each parameter. Reference corporate document QAS00200.NET for the IEA corporate format for generating SOPs. Each SOP shall have a unique code in accordance with the IEA corporate document control procedure as outlined in the corporate SOP on document control. On a regular basis the QA Manager will review data to check for compliance to SOPs. Additionally the QA Manager will review SOPs to ensure they meet the requirements of the methodologies and applicable regulations. If it is found that the document does not meet the requirements, the discrepancy is forwarded to the group/section leader through the corrective action process, (reference SOP on Corrective Action Reports -QAS00501.CT). In addition to method SOPs, at minimum the laboratory is required to have on file SOPs for the following operations. Many of these SOPs have been generated by the IEA corporate QA department. Sample Receipt and Log-in Chain-of-Custody Procedures Sample Storage Security of Samples and Laboratory Facility Preventing Sample Contamination Purity of Standards and Standards Preparation Documentation Maintaining Laboratory Records and Logbooks Sample Analysis and Data Control Systems Sample Bottle and Glassware Cleaning Procedures Monitoring of Refrigerators, Freezers, and Ovens Monitoring of Laboratory Reagent Water Quality Technical Review of Data and Reports Sample Analysis, Data Handling and Reporting Instrument Preventive Maintenance Document Control System Corrective Action Process A complete list of the laboratory SOPs is available upon reuqest. 7.5 Chain-of Custody Chain of custody procedures are designed to document the physical flow of samples throughout the laboratory. The National Enforcement Investigations Center (NEIC) of EPA defines custody of evidence in the following ways: It is in your actual possession; or TUT O05 1.738 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 It is in your view, after being in your physical possession; or It was in your possession and then you locked or sealed it up to prevent tampering; or It is in a secure area. At IEA-CT, chain of custody begins with shipment of the sample bottles and coolers. IEA-CT has a printed external chain-of-custody form that accompanies each sample shipment. An example of this form is found in the appendix. Upon receipt of the samples in the laboratory the sample custodian and the sample control group are responsible for obtaining all necessary shipping documentation and verification of all data entered into the laboratory sample custody records. The internal chain of custody form is generated at this point. All samples and projects entering the laboratory are identified with a job/project number. Individual samples are then identified using the job number and sample counter. The samples are then stored according to the requirements of the analytical protocols (refrigeration). Preliminary sample receipt notifications are distributed to each department to notifiy department of sample arrival and facilitate the analysis of parameters with short holding times. Each department has a system of tracking sample analysis throughout their respective departments. All documentation received with samples is reviewed by the sample custodian at the time of receipt. The project manager then reviews the paperwork again at the time of log-in to the LIMS computer system. If there are any discrepancies noted by the sample custodian, a corrective action report is filled out and submitted to the project manager. The client is then contacted for resolution. The specific procedures and requirements for receiving samples are specified in the SOP for sample control - "Sample Processing Methods Performed at Sample Arrival". TUT O05 1739 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 8.0 DATA PROCESSING 8.1 Introduction Data processing is defined as the mechanisms employed for collecting, reviewing, transcribing, reporting and storing of analytical data and related information. Because of the critical relationship between instrument calibration, the accuracy of the analytical data generated, and specific method protocols that determine data quality, IEA maintains strict controls on the calibration procedures for the various types of analytical equipment. Each type of instrumentation is calibrated prior to sample analysis according to method criteria. Specific criteria for the instrument calibrations must be met before samples may be processed. Corrective action must be taken to remedy any out of control situations. The following sections will describe the general procedures which are employed at the IEA-CT laboratory. More specific detail can be found in the standard operating procedures. 8.2 Collection Gas Chromatography Data from the Gas Chromatographs is collected through interfaces and processed by a Hewlett Packard computer system (HP-1000) with RTE-A operating system and 3550A LAS software. Data is reviewed at the bench level by the analyst. If all required QC is met then the data is reviewed for chromatographic scaling and dilutions. If necessary reintegrations and rescalings are done using the LAS system. The binary result files are then converted to ASCII report files for transfer to alternate computer systems for data report forms generation. GC/Mass Spectrometry GC/MS data is collected utilizing Hewlett Packard 1000 RTE, RTA or DOS chemstation computer systems with Aquarius or Environquant software. This software allows for the comparison of sample non-target spectrum against reference library spectra. The most recent N1ST/EPA mass spectral library supported by the system must be used. Data is reviewed by the analyst. If the data meets QC requirements, then binary data files are sent to a HP 9000 computer with HP-UX operating system and Thru-put Systems, Inc Envision software for CLP deliverables and diskette preparation, or to an alternate PC for other types of deliverable packages. Atomic Absorption ICAP metals are analyzed by a Thermo-Jarrel Ash 61. Data is collected on a Dell computer and is directly transferred to a floppy disk. This data is then taken to a Compaq PC with software to generate metals data reporting forms. Furnace data analyzed by the Perkin TUT GO5 174O IEA Corporation IEA-Cr Quality Assurance Plan Doc* QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 Elmer 5100s are collected on PCs, transfered to floppy and moved to the Compaq for forms generation. Mercury raw data results are manually entered into the LIMS computer where the data is processed and recorded. This data requires manual entry to the Compaq for forms generation. Classical Chemistry Routine wet chemistry analyses have pre-printed logbooks, such as distillation logs and digestion logs. The less frequent analyses are recorded in analysts' notebooks. Raw data is then entered into the LIMS computer for data calculation. This includes the calibration curve data which may have been previously entered. Semi-automated analyses performed on the Lachat produce calculated final results. These results are then entered into LIMS. Any raw data produced is stored in a central file. Quality control data is manually calculated. Results data is reported off LIMS in the required format. 8.3 Validation/Review There are numerous policies and standard procedures which have been implemented to ensure that data of known quality is continually generated by the IEA-CT laboratory. Each analytical SOP details the type and frequency of quality control checks. This includes such items as analysis of client reference standards, matrix spikes, blanks, the use of internal standards and surrogate spikes, etc. All calibrations are checked before sample analysis can begin. If the analytical system does not pass the initial QC limits, then the system is determined to be "out of control", and the cause of the problem must be determined and corrected before measurements can continue. Once the problem is corrected, QC measurements are repeated to verify the calibration. If the system is still out of control, the system is re-examined until the problem is corrected. General requirements are listed below: Organics A minimum of one method blank is analyzed per 20 samples (or batch) per matrix, per concentration level or extraction procedure. A method blank is required every 12 hours for volatile analysis. Blanks and samples are analyzed on the same instrumentation. Pesti- cides/PCB's also require instrument blanks. Holding blanks are placed in volatile refrigerators on a weekly basis. For EPA CLP SOW volatile analysis, holding blanks are analyzed once per SDG. A matrix spike/matrix spike duplicate is analyzed at a frequency of one per 20 samples per matrix, per concentration level or per SDG, whichever is more frequent. Prior to sample processing, surrogates are added to all samples and method blanks. GC/MS analyses also require the use of internal standards. Multi-level initial calibration curves are performed with continuing calibration standards analyzed every 12 hours. Recalibration is required if criteria cannot be met. GC/MS system tuning is verified every 12 hours. TUT OO5 1741 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/ QAP00100.CT pat>e 34 of 41 date: 08/02/93 Inorganics . Multi-level calibration is performed on required instrumentation and verified as required. . Calibration and prep blanks are analyzed at required frequencies. A matrix spike and sample duplicate are analyzed every 20 samples/SDG per matrix type. . A Laboratory Control Sample is analyzed every 20 samples or per batch. . Multi-level calibrations are performed for all manual and semi-automated wet chemistry methods and verified as required (if applicable). . Method blanks are analyzed at required frequencies. The precision and accuracy control limits employed by IEA are based primarily on limits contained in the published methods or required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Contract Laboratory Program (CLP). When warranted by lEA's historical data, more restrictive control limits are set than those cited by the method or the CLP. When the CLP protocol is not applicable to analysis of samples, the precision and accuracy requirements for each analytical method are included in the individual laboratory Standard Operating Procedure (SOPs). Examples of data acceptance criteria is detailed in figures 5.0 - 5.1. At a minimum, all data will be subject to supervisory review. Sensitive data requires higher level re- view and release. All releases must be in writing. Oral or Faxed preliminary releases are prohibited unless prior permission of the appropriate supervisor(s) is granted. Each analytical group in the laboratory is responsible for generating the data for all analyses the group performs. In general the data must first meet all the specific QA/QC associated with the SOP that was used for the analysis prior to any release of the data. The analytical group leader (supervisor) is responsible for the final verification of the data from the analysis. The laboratory employs a system of QA sign-off sheets called QC Batch Approval Forms and Quality Control Approval Reports (QCAR's), where each analyst must sign off that their respective part of the analysis is complete and meets the QA/QC requirements of the governing SOP. Both the Volatile and semi-volatile RTE computer systems produce batch-specific QC summary reports to check various analytical parameters. Analysis QCAR's are filled with the analysis batches while the final deliverable QCAR's are signed and placed in each job folder along with any Corrective Action Forms (CAP) which details any problems which were encountered in the measurement of samples. Any deviations from SOPs are noted on CAF's and explained in the SDG narrative which is incorporated into the final report. The group leader has final sign-off responsibility on the QCAR and is responsible for assuring the overall quality of the data. The laboratory Quality Assurance Manager periodically examines data packages at random to ensure that all QCAR's are present and to ascertain that the data package meets the requirements as stated in the SOP. These findings are transmitted to laboratory management via progress reports. TUT 005 1742 IE A Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance IMan Doc* QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 8.4 Data and Report Storage Reports for the current year are filed in the data management area in filing cabinets. If the report has a larger data package, such as "CLP like" deliverables, it is then stored in numbered boxes. The number of the box is recorded into the cross reference logs and then stored in the locked storage area in the basement. All jobs must be signed out if being taken from the data management area. 8.5 Transcription Whenever possible, manual transcription is avoided through the use of electronic data transfer. Where manual transcription is used, information is checked and verified by the department manager or designee within the department. 8.6 Data Reduction Data reduction includes all processes that change either the form of expression (i.e., the units of measure) or the quantity of data values (rounding). It often involves statistical and mathematical analysis of data and usually results in a reduced subset of the original data set. Data reduction is performed either manually by the analyst or by computer systems interfaced to the analytical instruments. Whenever such procedures are employed within the laboratory network, mathematical procedures have been verified for accuracy of computation. An example of this would be for CLP data packages, the data is transfered directly onto the HP 9000 computer from the GC and GC/MS systems. The data is further processed and stored in the database. Other data is entered at this point such as TIC data, client ID's, etc. All calculations and final results are performed by the Envision software. Many of these calculations are also done at the instrumentation level as a secondary review. Data in the database is sorted be client delivery group for easy retrieval. CLP forms are generated after all data is entered and reviewed. The forms and raw data are compiled into a data package. The data associated with each analysis is hardcopied for permanent storage either through the printing of computer files or through hand entry into bound laboratory notebooks. All notebook entries are dated and signed by the analyst. Job packages which include 20 samples or samples received by the laboratory during a one week time frame will comprise an "SDG". All organic parameter results will be reported in ug/L for aqueous samples and ug/Kg dry weight for soil/sediment samples. Inorganic result units vary according to the methodology. It is laboratory policy that any and all problems related to client samples and the measurement of client samples be documented in the SDG narrative of the final laboratory report which goes to the client. The mechanism for documenting problems which shall be included in the SDG narrative is described in Section 10.0. It is the responsibility of the data management group to see that information on CAR'S is included in the final SDG narrative. TUT CO5 1743 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan DooT QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 After final review by the department manager, the data is placed in sample control for tracking on the project status sheet. If possible the data is placed into the job folder. When all parameters are complete the folder is removed by the data management department. It is the responsibility of the data management group to make sure that all the data is present and deliverable requirements are complete. This may include chain of custody forms, special instructions, and case narratives. The data is then compiled and sent to the report production group for word processing. TUT oo--, 1744 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Han Doc/ QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 9.0 DATA QUALITY ASSESSMENT Data quality is measured through comparison of resulting data with established acceptable limits for data precision, sensitivity, accuracy, representativeness, comparability and completeness (PSARCC) as described in EPA documentation. In order to routinely assess the precision and accuracy of the data generated, the laboratory performs monthly statistical analysis of the spike and spike duplicate data as part of our QA program. These results are used to generate control charts. 9.1 Precision Precision is defined as a measure of agreement among individual measurements for samples of the same type. The objective of IEA - CT concerning precision, is to equal or exceed the precision demonstrated in the analytical methods on samples of similar matrix. Relative Percent Difference (RPD) is used as the measure of precision. The laboratory will analyze matrix spikes/matrix spike duplicates for organics and sample/sample duplicate for inorganics, on a one per 20 frequency, per matrix, per concentration level. RPD = absolute (MSR - MSDR) x 100 (1/2)(MSR+MSDR) where, MSR = matrix spike recovery MSDR = matrix spike duplicate recovery The absolute value of the recovery difference is used in the above equation. 9.2 Sensitivity Sensitivity is defined as the achievement of method detection limits dependent on instru- mental achievablity and matrix effects. Quantitation limits for routine analyses performed are specified in the laboratory SOPs with examples listed in figures 6.0 - 8.0. Quantitation limits may be affected by matrix interferences, such as highly-contaminated samples. Sample/extract cleanups are performed on samples to achieve the detection limits. Instrument detection limits are performed on a quarterly basis for metals analysis and semi- annually for organic analyses. 9.3 Accuracy Accuracy is defined as the degree of agreement of a measurement with an accepted reference or true value. It is the measurement of the bias in a system and is usually reported as percent recovery of the true value. IEA-CT will access system accuracy by the analysis of matrix spikes. Surrogate spiking will be used for organic parameters. These procedures are outlined in the laboratory SOPs. Examples of specific criteria is listed in figures 5.0 - 5.1. TUT OO5 .1745 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 % Recovery = SSR - SR x 100 SA where, SSR = spiked sample result SR = sample result SA = spike added 9.4 Representativeness Representativeness of the analytical data is primarily a function of the sampling procedures and techniques employed in the field. As such, the sampling plan must be designed to provide representative samples to the laboratory. Once received at the laboratory, samples are homogenized as much as possible to yield representative data. 9.5 Comparability Comparability is a measure of the confidence with which one data set can be compared to another. Comparability relies upon precision and accuracy to be within appropriate QC limits. IEA-CT accomplishes this through the use of standardized and approved methods, standardized QC acceptance criteria and laboratory SOPs. 9.6 Completeness Completeness is the measure of the amount of valid data obtained from a measurement system compared to the amount that was expected to be obtained under routine conditions. It is lEA-CT's goal to strive for 100 percent completeness. TUT 005 1746 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan DocC QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 10.0 CORRECTIVE ACTION 10.1 Introduction The Corrective action form provides a routine written communication vehicle to describe most types of problems which may occur throughout the laboratory or as a result of a client inquiry. Problems described in SDG narratives should be supported by a CAP. Corrective actions can be initiated at several operational levels; however they must always involve the QA Manager. Corrective actions are reviewed, documented and distributed to the appropriate personnel through the QA department. Responses are returned to QA for review and redistributed in a specified time frame. Examples of three types of corrective actions which may be initiated are as follows: Sample problems Individual samples or matrix problems may cause documented corrective actions such as re-extraction, reanalysis, cleanups or dilutions. OC problems Corrective action may occur on entire batches of samples when QC criteria cannot be achieved. Systematic problems Specific project issues and procedural issues may require corrective actions. These are handled by laboratory management and the QA department. The QA Manager will monitor and log the progress of CAF's and will report in the QA Progress Report the status of major corrective actions taken in the past month. It is the QA Manager's responsibility to see that laboratory problems are documented and solved in a timely manner. This system is outlined in the SOP for Corrective Action Reports - QAS00501.CT. 10.2 System Audit On a semi-annual basis the QA Manager will perform system audits of the laboratory. The purpose of this is to determine if the laboratory staff is in compliance with the QA program and analytical SOPs. The QA Manager will also ensure that proper documentation through corrective action reports and case narratives is utilized and that there is conformance to identified critical control points. The Corporate QA Director semi-annually audits the facility for conformance to corporate QA directives. The audits are scheduled so that the laboratory is audited once per quarter. TUT COS 1747 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Docl QAP00100.CT page 40 or 41 date: 08/02/93 The SOP for Corporate Audit checklist, Doc# QAS00300.NET, is used for all internal audits. Other performance audit checklists may be used to ensure adherence to specific protocols. The QA Manager shall submit an audit report to the Laboratory Manager. A written response must be submitted back to the QA Manager within 30 days with a corrective action response to all findings. The audit report shall be included in the monthly progress report to management. 10.3 Performance Audits A performance audit is a quantitative check of the accuracy and/or precision of analytical data. IEA-CT participates in a number of contracts and certification programs. Many of these programs employ performance evaluations which take the form of proficiency samples submitted to the laboratory on a regular basis. Bi-annually, the laboratory participates in the USEPA Water Supply (WS) and Water Pollution (WP) proficiency programs. IEA-CT also participates in the NYSDOH proficiency testing program for Potable Water, Hazardous Waste and CLP. The lab currently analyzes quarterly organic PE samples from EPA for the CLP program. On a quarterly basis the QA Manager will submit QC samples supplied from an external source to the laboratory. The purpose of this is to check the accuracy of results, assess data quality, documentation and completeness of data reporting. The QA Manager shall submit an data review report to the laboratory. A written response must be submitted to QA within two weeks addressing the unacceptable findings Corrective actions shall be put in place and monitored. 10.4 Independent Audits The laboratory is routinely audited by state and federal agencies for compliance with government regulations. In addition many clients conduct system and performance audits of the laboratory. 10.5 Subcontracted Services Selected analyses, not performed by the IEA-CT laboratory may be subcontracted within the IEA network or to other facilities outside the network. All subcontract laboratories require approval of the QA department and client prior to use. This includes, at a minimum, review of the facility's Quality Assurance plan. Subcontract laboratories may receive an on-site audit if deemed appropriate. All subcontractors must hold the required certifications necessary for the project. All clients are notified whenever a subcontracted lab is to be used. This is documented in all laboratory reports. COS .1/48 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/ QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 11.0 IMPLEMENTATION The date presented in the document header represents the official document date. The IEA Corporate Quality Assurance Program Plan outlines the specific schedule of implementation required by the network laboratories. TUT CO5 1749 IE A Corporation lEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/QAP00100.CT dale: 08/02/93 FIGURES TUT O05 17S Fig. 1.0 IE A Corporation Corporate Ethics PoDcy Docf QAP00101.NET Date: 2/2/93 EEA, INC. ETHICS POLICY The management of IEA corporation recognizes our responsibility to clients and fellow employees to ensure that fair and ethical business practices are followed at all facilities. Our clients have placed their trust in our organization to continually provide high quality data which is reliable and represents sound professional judgement at all times. In order to meet this responsibility it is imperative that high ethical standards be maintained at all times by all employees. The management and staff are committed to maintaining a carefully controlled analytical environment which assures the consistent generation of accurate data which meets the data quality objectives of our clientele. The following represents the EEA ethics policy which has been adopted to clearly identify the corporate position on ethical practices. Failure to comply with this policy cannot and will not be tolerated. The Company and All its Employees will: o Fully comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. o Produce analytical products that are accurate, defensible and which represent sound professional judgement at all times. o Provide employees with guidance and an understanding of the ethical and quality standards required in the environmental industry. In this regard, all employees should feel free to identify any ethical misconduct without fear of retribution. Any employee involved in any form of ethical misconduct will be subject to immediate disciplinary action including potential termination of employment. o Present services to clients in a confidential, honest and forthright manner and strive to deliver quality products at a fair price. TUT OO5 1751 Fig. 1.0 (cont.) IEA Corporation Corporate EUucsPolicy Doc/QAP00101.NET Date: 2/2/93 of 3 IEA, INC. ETHICS POLICY -Continued.. o Treat employees equitably by compensating them fairly, acknowledging their scientific contributions, and providing them opportunities for professional growth and development. o Offer employment opportunities to qualified candidates regardless of their race, creed, color, sex or age. o Be a responsible corporate citizen of the community by operating in an environmentally sound manner at all times. o Maintain all facilities in a safe and professional manner through maintenance of a safety awareness program and provide the necessary safety equipment and training to protect all employees from preventable injury and chemical exposure. Attached is an "Ethics and Data Integrity Agreement" which is utilized to ensure communication of the company's position on this important issue. Upon completion, a copy of the agreement is maintained in the employee's personnel folder. If an employee is concerned about potential ramifications of reporting an incident, it is suggested that a notice (anonymous, if desired) be provided to the local QA Manager or Corporate QA Director. The QA department will investigate the allegation and ensure that appropriate action is taken. TUT OO5 1752 IEA, Inc.-CT Doc #QAQ00101.oi O! Sales Client Services s- Bennett S. Plunkett, Mgr E. Gerber J. Dubauskas K. Rasbach M. McCann M. Vida, Adm Ast K. Holtz* uaie: us/i:a/yj M. Bonomo Director of Operations J. Curran Laboratory Manager Data Management C. Cascella, Sect Ldr M. Sciongay J. Widomski I Atomic Spectroscopy D. Helfrich, Group Ldr D. Abate, Asst. GL C. Damiani* S. Mickens T. Krish j. N0e C. Lombardi Computer Operatic B. D'Ostillio, Mgr Jn. Mercure, Sr. F Jf. Mercure Report Production — M. Ton A nmasi, Sect Ldr DeJulio Organics Mgr L. Lewis GC/MS Volatiles L. Decker, Group Ldr M. Ansari R. Doris P. Sequin T. Turro K. Zmijewski* GC K. Maturo, Group B. Kostrewska A. Krajci B. Laforest T. Matejek M. Nespoli* Ldr GC/MS Semi-Volatiles K. Madden, Group Ldr C. Charter M. Crow D. Ott Extractions J. Bennett, Group Ldr M. Madison, Asst. GL M. Crudo R- Rotolo* D. Gutherz L. Zhang* D. Pompa* is Administration/ Building Services >rgr J. Bath, Mgr C. Gergely ——— ' R. Kunkel D. Tincu 1 Class cal Chemistry/Sample Mar P. Frick, Group Ldr Class. Chemistry Sample D. Nemeth, S. Ldr Q. Anc S. Cappella E. Joh R. Guerrera* P. Miller* H. Linardos D. Madumadu P. Ragland R. Sibley* QA Mgr M. Culik lagement Control on nson 'Part Time/Temp n h • ; XJLC7 U - GC/MS Lab office • > V < < ( v*i>/no Group office xr_ [office mHSHwmnM^ 1117 ^S n i % M ^ °" 0)o office -H V" V office office ^ office A GC a^'TJJO > office A. —— W officery Lab Organic Extractions Lab A; 6o a) a) iJ~f ^ £ B « LIMS Managen W 1 «M <M O *J / V IV ol x I Sample I Los-1" S. Atomic ^v, ~1 Spectroscopy ^ I Lab I loffice 1 ?^ , U/M_ 1 , — ID — i Sample [ •_ \, « Control S I f «n J Center S ^ I^^^^I^^^H U H —— »— i ^ lent ffice 30-fJJO V tffifa \K bby VUG' &SC TOX/TOC Hazardous ;HJ 1 Lab Waste 5 , il ... ^ /A Area 2 ^ o 1 / --. >*-<C6 1 ————————— , N ———— , , .,^ loliice r-c<a<ao J ^ fe \r <ao-(cx/ o, g Storage v ^ 2 Inorganics ———— -l/i — . Preparation Lab vv a CO Wlo CO ! r- i ^A\ k^uiooa i fUTmni y i IEA,. -INC. -CONNECTICUT 200 UONROE TUKNPKE 103HBOK. CONNECTICUT FLOOR PUN TUT O05 1754 IEA Fig. 4.0 CORRECTIVE ACTION FORM An Aquarion Company A. Originator Information Client:_______ Date/time: Client/Lab Contact: Client Inquiry_ Job/Case: Sample Numbers):____ Date/Time Response Due:. Detailed Description of Potential Problem:. B. Quality Assurance Information Corrective Action ID# Recommended Corrective Action: Groups Involved: _Sample Control _ Wet Chemistry _ Metals _Gas Chromatography _ Mass Spectrometry _ Report Generation _Client Service _ Sample Preparation C. Final Resolution Describe What Happened and Long Term Corrective Action Taken:. Supervisor Signature: Date Date/Time Client Notified: D. Quality Assurance Final Approval (QA Manager use only) Corrective Action Approved: Date Finalized: Was a problem identified? Yes / No DBA, Inc. Doc.* QAF00200.CT TUT 005 1755 IEA Corporation Fig. 5.0 IEA-CT Precision and Accuracy Data Quality Objectives Date: 07/28/93 ORGANICS Parameter VOA Components BNA Components Pesticide/PCB's Herbicides QC Lab Blank, Trip Blank, Holding Blank Surrogate Spike Recovery Matrix Spike Recovery and Matrix Spike Duplicate Precision Lab Blank Matrix Spike Recovery and Matrix Spike Duplicate Precision Surrogate Spike Recovery Lab Blank Matrix Spike Recovery and Matrix Spike Duplicate Precision Surrogate Spike Recovery Lab Blank Compound Spike Recovery and Precision Compounds All TCL Compounds 1 ,2-dichloroethane-d4 toluene-d, bromofluorobenzene 1 ,1-dichloroethenc trichloroethene benzene toluene chloro benzene All Parameters phenol 2-chlorophenol 1 ,4-dichlorobenzene N-nitroso-di-n- propylamine 1 ,2,4-trichlorobenzene p-chloro-m-cresol acenaphthene 4-nitrophenol 2,4-dinilrotoluene pentachlorophenol pyrene nitrobenzene-dj 2-fluorobiphenyl terphenyl-dn phenol-d, 2-fluorophenol 2,4,6-tribromophenol All TCL pesticides/PCB's lindane heptachlor aldrin dieldrin endrin 4,4'DDT dibutylchlorendate All Herbicides 2,4-D Silvex Aqueous Control Limits <5 x RQL Methylene Chloride, Acetone, Toluemri 2-Butanone <SRDL All Other Compounds 76-114% 88-110% 86-115% 61-145% (14% RPD) 71-120% (14% RPD) 76-127% (11% RPD) 76-125% (13% RPD) 75-130% (13% RPD) <5 x RQL Phthalate Esters, <RDL All Other Compounds 12-110% (42% RPD) 27-123% (40% RPD) 36-97% (28% RPD) 41-116% (38% RPD) 39-98% (28% RPD) 23-97% (42% RPD) 46-1 18% (31% RPD) 10-80% (50% RPD) 24-96% (38% RPD) 9-103% (50% RPD) 26-127% (31% RPD) 35-114% 43-116% 33-141% 10-110% 21-110% 10-123% <RQL - all Compounds 56-123% (15% RPD) 40-131% (20% RPD) 40-120% (22% RPD) 52-126% (18% RPD) 56-121% (21% RPD) 38-127% (27% RPD) 24-154% (advisory) < RQL - all Compounds 10-80% (30%RPD) 10-80% (30% RPD) Solid Control Limits <5 X RQL Methylene Chloride, Acetone, Toluene and 2-Butanone «£ RQL AllOthcr Compounds 70-121% 81-117% 74-121% 59-172% (22% RPD) 62-137% (24% RPD) 66-142% (21% RPD) 59-139% (21% RPD) 60-133% (21% RPD) <5 x RQL Phthalate Esters <RDL All Other Compounds 26-90% (35% RPD) 25-102% (50% RPD) 28-104% (27% RPD) 41-126% (38% RPD) 38-107% (23% RPD) 26-103% (33% RPD) 31-137% (19% RPD) 11-114% (50% RPD) 28-89% (47% RPD) 17-109% (47% RPD) 35-142% (36% RPD) 23-123% 30-115% 18-137% 24-113% 25-121% 19-122% < RQL - all Compounds 46-127% (50% RPD) 35-130% (31% RPD) 34-132% (43% RPD) 31-134% (38% RPD) 42-139% (45% RPD) 23-134% (50% RPD) 24-150% (advisory) <RQL - all Compounds 20-110% (30%RPD) 20-110% (30%RPD) For acceptance, the majority of % recoveries and RPDs obtained for the duplicate spike pair must meet the % recoveries and RPDs listed above. TUT COS IEA Corporation Fig. 5.1 IEA-CT Precision and Accuracy Data Quality Objectives Date: 07/28/93 Metals Quality Control Limits Quality Control Sample Initial Cal. Verification Initial Cal. Blank CRA Cont. Cal. Verification Cont. Cal. Blank Duplicate Sample Spike Prep Blank Lab Control Sample Control Limit ±10 % ± 0.20 ug/L ±20 % ±20 % +_ 0.20 ug/L +. 20 % RPD ±25 % Recovery ± 0.20 ug/L +. 20 %, 95 % Confid Win Failure Action Recalibrate Recalibrate None Rerun Samples Rerun Samples Flag Sample Flag Sample Reprep Samples Reprep Samples Classical Chemistry Quality Control Limits Quality Control Sample Initial Cal. Verification Initial Cal. Blank Cont. Cal. Verification Cont. Cal. Blank Duplicate Sample Spike Prep Blank Lab Control Sample Control Limit + 15% Method Dependent ±15 % Method Dependent +. 20 % RPD ±25 % Recovery N/A Hh 20 %, 95 % Confid Win Failure Action Recalibrate Recalibrate Rerun Samples Rerun Samples Rerun & Flag Sample Rerun & Flag Sample Method Dependent Rerun O05 1757 IEA Corporation Fig. 6.0 lEA-CT Classical Chemistry Water Methods/Detection Limits Date: 07/28/93 Tage 1 of 2 Parameter Acidity Alkalinity A m mon ia-Nitrogen Bicarbonate Biochemical Oxygen Demand Bromide Chloride Chlorine Demand Chlorine (Res.) Chemical Oxygen Demand Coliform Fecal Coliform Total Color Conductivity Chromium (VI) Cyanide Amenable Cyanide Total Cyanide (CLP) Dissolved Oxygen Flashpoint Fluoride Grain Size Hardness Hydrocarbons (Grav.) Hydrocarbons (IR) MBAS Nitrate/Nitrite-Nitrogen Nitrite-Nitrogen Odor Oil & Grease (Grav.) Oil & Grease (IR) Paint Filter Test pH Phenols Phosphorus Phosphate (Ortho) Settleable Solids Silica Method' Reference POL 305.1 310.1 350.1 406C 405.1 405 325.1 3-364 330.4 410.4 909C 909A 110.2 120.1 7196 335.1 335.3 ILM01.2 360.1 1010 340.2 D422-63 130.2 503E 418.1 425.1 353.2 354.1 140.1 413.1 413.2 9095 150.1 420.2 365.2 365.2 160.5 370.1 600 600 600 SM 600 SM 600 ACE 600 600 SM SM 600 600 SW846 600 600 EPA CLP 600 SW846 600 ASTM 600 SM 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 SW846 600 600 600 600 600 600 l.Omg/L l.Omg/L 0.04 mg/L l.Omg/L 2.0 mg/L 0.2 mg/L 3.0 mg/L l.Omg/L 0.1 mg/L 10.0 mg/L 1 cfu/100 mL 1 cfu/100 mL 5 Pt-Co units N/A 0.01 mg/L 10.0 ug/L 10.0 ug/L 10.0 ug/L 0.1 mg/L 0. 10 mg/L N/A 1.0 mg/L 1.0 mg/L 1.0 mg/L 0.04 mg/L 0.10 mg/L 0.005 mg/L l.Omg/L 1.0 mg/L N/A N/A 0.005 mg/L 0.10 mg/L 0.10 mg/L 1.0 mL/L 1.0 mg/L "UT OO5 IEA Corporation Fig. 6.1 IEA-CT Classical Chemistry Water Methods/Detection Limits Date: 07/28/93 Parameter Specific Gravity Sulfate Sulfide Sulfite Sludge Volume Index Tannin & Lignin Total Dissolved Solids Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Total Organic Carbon Total Organic Halides Total Solids Total Suspended Solids Turbidity Volatile Solids Corrosivity Characteristics Ignitability Characteristics TCLP Method* 3-61 375.3 376.1 377.1 213C 513 160.1 351.2 415.2 9020 160.3 160.2 180.1 160.4 9045 D93-79 1311 Reference ACE 600 600 600 SM SM 600 600 600 SW846 600 600 600 600 SW846 ASTM SW846 POL N/A 10.0 mg/L l.Omg/L 1.0 mg/L 1.0 mL/mg 0.5 mg/L 5.0 mg/L 0.04 mg/L 0.5 mg/L 10.0 ug/L 1.0 mg/L 5.0 mg/L 0.10 NTU 1.0 mg/L N/A NA 600 - Methods for Chemical Analysis of Water and Wastes, USEPA 600/4-79-020. SM - Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 16th Edition. ACE - Army Corps of Engineers Procedures for Handling and Chemical Analysis of Sediment and Water Samples, May 1981. SW846 - Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Wastes, Physical/Chemical Methods, SW846 3rd Edition. * - Laboratory capablities may include alternate methods TIT 1751-'1 IEA Corporation Fig. 7.0 IEA-CT Organic Target Compound I Jst Dale: 07/28/93 I'age 1 of 4 Volatiles Chloromethane Bromomethane Vinyl Chloride Chloroethane Methylene Chloride Acetone Carbon Disulfide 1,1-Dichloroethene 1.1-Dichloroethane 1.2-Dichloroethene (total) Chloroform 1,2-Dichloroethane 2-Butanone 1,1,1-Trichloroethane Carbon Tetrachloride Vinyl Acetate Bromodi chloromethane 1,2-Dichloropropane cis-l,3-Dichloropropene Trichloroethene Di bromochloromethane 1,1,2-Tri chloroethane Benzene trans-1,3-Dichloropropene Bromoform 4-Methyl-2-pentanone 2-Hexanone Tetrachloroethene Toluene 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane Chlorobenzene Ethyl benzene Styrene Xylene (total) Quantitation Limits a<b Water Low Soil fuq/L) fuq/Kq) 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 5 5 10 10 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 10 10 5 5 5 5 10 10 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 10 10 10 10 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Medium Soil (uq/Kq) 1200 1200 1200 1200 600 1200 600 600 600 600 600 600 1200 600 600 1200 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 1200 1200 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 Quantitation limits listed for soil/sediment are based on wet weight. The quantitation limits calculated by the laboratory for soil/sediment, calculat- ed on dry weight bases as required by the contract, will be higher. Specific quantitation limits are highly matrix-dependent. The quantitation limits listed herein are provided for guidance and many not always be achiev- able. TUT OO5 1.760 IEA Corporation Fig. 7.1 IEA-CT Orgaiuc Target Compound List Date: 07/28/93 I'age2 of 4 Semi-Volatiles Phenol bis(2-Chloroethyl)ether 2-Chlorophenol 1.3-Dichlorobenzene 1.4-Dichlorobenzene Benzyl alcohol 1,2-Dichlorobenzene 2-Methylphenol 2,2'-oxybis(l-Chloropropane)/ 4-Methylphenol N-Nitroso-di-n-propylamine Hexachloroethane Nitrobenzene Isophorone 2-Nitrophenol 2,4-Dimethylphenol Benzoic acid bi s(2-Chloroethoxy)methane 2,4-Dichlorophenol 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene Naphthalene 4-Chloroaniline Hexachlorobutadiene 4-Chloro-3-methyl phenol 2-Methyl naphthalene Hexachlorocyclopentadiene 2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 2-Chloronaphthalene 2-Nitroaniline Dimethylphthalate Acenaphthylene 2,6-Dinitrotoluene 3-Nitroaniline Water fuq/L) 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 50 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 50 10 50 10 10 10 50 Quantitation Limits a'b Low Soil (uq/Kql 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 1600 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 1600 330 1600 330 330 330 1600 Medium Soil (uq/Kq) 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 50000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 50000 10000 50000 10000 10000 10000 50000 # Previously known by the name bis(2-Chloroisopropyl)ether Quantitation limits listed for soil/sediment are based on wet weight. The quantitation limits calculated by the laboratory for soil/sediment, calculat- ed on dry weight bases as required by the contract, will be higher. Specific quantitation limits are highly matrix-dependent. The quantitation limits listed herein are provided for guidance and many not always be achiev- able. O05 1761 IEA Corporation Fig. 7.2 IEA-CT Organic Target Compound List Semi-Volatiles (cont.) Acenaphthene 2,4-Dinitrophenol 4-Nitrophenol Dibenzofuran 2,4-Dinitrotoluene Diethylphthalate 4-Chlorophenyl-phenylether Fluorene 4-Nitroaniline 4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol N-Nitrosodiphenylamine (1) 4-Bromophenyl-phenylether Hexachlorobenzene Pentachlorophenol Phenanthrene Anthracene Di-n-butylphthalate Fluoranthene Pyrene Butyl benzylphthalate 3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine Benzo(a)anthracene Chrysene bis(2-Ethylhexyl)phthalate Di-n-octylphthalate Benzo(b)fluoranthene Benzo(k)f1uoranthene Benzo(a)pyrene Indeno(l,2,3-cd)pyrene Dibenzo(a,h)anthracene Benzo(g,h,i)perylene Date: 07/28/93 Water (uq/Ll 10 50 50 10 10 10 10 10 50 50 10 10 10 50 10 10 10 10 10 10 20 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 Quantitation Limits a'b Low Soil (uq/Kq) 330 1600 1600 330 330 330 330 330 1600 1600 330 330 330 1600 330 330 330 330 330 330 660 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 Medium Soil (uq/Kq) 10000 50000 50000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 50000 50000 10000 10000 10000 50000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 20000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 10000 a Quantitation limits listed for soil/sediment are based on wet weight. The quantitation limits calculated by the laboratory for soil/sediment, calculated on dry weight bases as required by the contract, will be higher. b Specific quantitation limits are highly matrix-dependent. The quantitation limits listed herein are provided for guidance and many not always be achiev- able. TUT 1762 IEA Corporation Fig. 7.3 IEA-CT Orgaiuc Target Coui|>mmd IAS( Date: 07/28/93 Pesticides/Aroclors alpha-BHC beta-BHC delta-BHC gamma-BHC (Lindane) Heptachlor Aldrin Heptachlor Epoxide Endosulfan I Oieldrin 4,4'-DDE Endrin Endosulfan II 4,4'-DDD Endosulfan Sulfate 4,4'-DDT Methoxychlor Endrin-Ketone alpha-Chlordane gamma-Chlordane Toxaphene Aroclor - Aroclor - Aroclor - Aroclor - Aroclor - Aroclor - Aroclor - 1016 1221 1232 1242 1248 1254 1260 Quantitation Limitsa'b Water (ug/U 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 05 05 10 10 10 10 10 10 0.10 0.50 0.10 0.50 0.50 0 5 5 5 5 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 0. 0.5 1.0 1.0 Soil (uq/Kq) 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 16.0 16.0 16.0 16.0 16.0 16.0 16.0 80.0 16.0 80.0 80.0 160.0 80.0 80.0 80.0 80.0 80.0 160.0 160.0 Quantitation limits listed for soil/sediment are based on wet weight. The quantitation limits calculated by the laboratory for soil/sediment, calculated on dry weight basis as required by the contract, will be higher. There is no differentiation between the preparation of low and medium soil samples in this method for the analysis of pesticides/aroclors. Specific quantitation limits are highly matrix-dependent. The quantitation limits listed herein are provided for guidance and many not always be achiev- able. TUT 1763 IEA Corporation Fig. 8.0 Routine Metal Method Detection Limits Parameter Aluminum Antimony Arsenic Barium Beryllium Boron Cadmium Calcium Chromium Cobalt Copper Iron Lead Magnesium Manganese Mercury Molybdenum Nickel Potassium Selenium Silicon Silver Sodium Thallium Tin Titanium Vanadium Zinc Soil (mq/Kq) 40 12 2 40 1 200 2 200 2 10 5 20 0.6 200 3 0.1 4 8 200 1 2 200 2 10 4 10 4 Date: 07/28/93 Water (ug/U 200 60 10 200 5 100 10 1,000 10 50 25 100 3 1,000 15 0.2 10 40 1,000 5 100 10 1,000 10 50 4 50 20 TUT 005 1764 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Quality Assurance PL™ DOCA QAPOOIOO.CT date: 08/02/93 APPENDIX A TUT GO5 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Equipment List Date: 07/28/93 CLASSICAL CHEMISTRY Equipment Name Spectrophotometer, UV-VIS Spectrophotometer, UV-VIS IR-Spectrophotometer Turbidimeter TOC Analyzer TOX Analyzer Fluorometer pH/ISE Meter pH/ISE Meter Conductivity Meter Flash Point Apparatus Oven Oven Incubator Bio Refrigerator Centrifuge Centrifuge Water Bath D.O. Meter Autoclave COD Reactor Muffle Furnace TKN block digestor Digital Hot Plate/Stirrer Digital Hot Plate/Stirrer Semiautomated Analyzer METALS Mercury Analyzer ICP-Sequential ICP-Semiultaneous Furnace AA Furnace AA Furnace AA Manufacturer Perkin-Elmer Perkin-Elmer Perkin-Elmer Hach Company Xertex-Dohrmann Xertex-Dohrmann Sequoia-Turner Corp. Orion Beckman Cole-Parmer Instrument Precision Scientific Fisher Scientific VWR Blue M Electric Frost Queen Carver Manufacturing DYNAC Blue M Electric YSI Market Forge HACH Thermolyne Scientific Instruments PMC PMC LACHAT Spectra-Products Perkin-Elmer Jarrell-Ash Perkin-Elmer Perkin-Elmer Perkin-Elmer Model Number Hitachi 200 35 1310 2100 A DC-80 MC3 A,B 112-003 SA720 12 1484-20 Pensky-Martin 55G 1320 100 A R20/L 549 0101 MW-1220 51A STM-E 45600 AD-4020 730 730 Quikchem HG4 6500 JA61 Z3030 Z5100 Z5100PC Serial Number 522-5 34630 134423 851017142 HF2029 MF 2106 D 01491 SR45A 0232578 1421 10 Au-12 291 0701090 IN1-1362 00029 10883 16846 MX-2520 0241 034200 920300006892 4708 128238 67782 3131 130911 135141 TUT 005 1766 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Equipment List Date: 07/28/93 ORGANIC EXTRACTIONS Gas Chromatograph Gel Permeation Chromato- tograph Gel Permeation Chromato- tograph Refrigerator Oven Oven Sonicator Sonicator Auto Sampler Integrator/Plotter GC GC/MS-VOLATILES Purge & Trap Purge & Trap Purge & Trap Purge & Trap Tube Desorber Tube ALS Purge & Trap Purge & Trap Purge & Trap Computer/Data System SCSI Tape Drive Terminal Terminal Disc Drive Disc Drive P&T P&T P&T P&T P&T P&T P&T Perkin-Elmer ABC ABC WW ASP ASP Sonics & Materials Tekmer Perkin-Elmer Perkin-Elmer Perkin-Elmer Tekmar Tekmar Tekmar Tekmar Envirochem Envirochem Tekmar Tekmar Tekmar Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Tekmar Tekmar Tekmar Tekmar Tekmar Tekmar Tekmar 8320 1002B AP1000 4EF D 1142 D 1162 SM500 TM500 AS100 LCI-100 Sigma 3 83N546502 7323 9228 F3978U 144011 149010 6892 7264 95234 N431931C 093317002180 LSC2000 ALS 2016 LSC2000 ALS 2016 810TD MTD LSC4000 ALS LSC-2 425T BOOS X-window X-window 7914 7914 LSC-2 4000 4000 14-2000-000 LSC-2 ALS 14-2962-200 91318021 91322002 91203019 91232007 268153 MT-1005 254 372 1824 3048T147545 313E03914 3048T18725 3048T18726 ... — 227 192 398 88068001 1324 679 88061015 TUT GO 5 .1767 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Equipment List Date: 07/28/93 GC/MS-VQLATILES (cont.) P&T P&T GC/MS GC/MS GC/MS Terminal Terminal CRT Printers (partial list) Printers Printers Printers Terminal CRT Magnetic Tape Unit Scanning Interface Scanning Interface Cart. Tape Unit 5010 Auto Desorber Cart. Tape Unit Tekmar Tekmar Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Tekmar Hewlett Packard ALS ALS 5995B 5995C 5995C 45849A 35751 35731A 2934A 2934A 2225A 2225A 35751 35731A 7970E 59824A 59824A 7914 14-2150-000 7914 494 1068 2217A00358 2413A00659 2413A00430 2530A13541 2643A07666 8633K26810 2635A32940 2715A43948 2512S30379 2510S32359 2630A06622 8610K20516 N/A N/A N/A N/A 133-GT N/A GC-MS-SEMTVOLATILES Gas Chromatograph Gas Chromatograph Auto Sampler Mass Selective Detector Mass Selective Detector Computer Terminal Computer Terminal Computer Terminal Scanning Interface Scanning Interface Tape Drive Disc Drive 9 Track Magnetic Tape 9 Track Magnetic Tape Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Hewlett Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard Packard 5890 5890 76732A 5970 5970 150 II 150 II 150 II 59824A 59824A 9144 7958 7970E 7970E 7518A05422 2728A14615 2441A03468 2513A00923 2716A10638 2720Y05798 2720Y03266 2530A13540 "UT 005 1768 IEA Corporation IEA-CT Equipment List Date: 07/28/93 GC-MS-SEMTVOLATILES (cont.) Computer Computer Printer Printer Printer Printer Autosampler GC MSD Autosampler Computer Terminal GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY GC GC Autosampler Autosampler Autosampler Integrator Integrator GC GC Data System Terminals (3) Printers (2) Tape Drive Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Gateway Hewlett Packard HP1000A HP1000 2934A 2235A 2225A 2934A 7673A 5890A 5971A 7673 386/25 DX 36731A 2524A19296 2814A11816 2618S30681 2643A35608 2546A01489 3040A01426 3120A28431 365201578025 8635K28238 Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett-Packard Hewlett Packard 5890 5890 7673A 7673A 7673A 3396A 3393A 5890 Series II 5890 Series II HP 1000 A 35741 A 35741 A 9144 2541A06301 2750A 14840 2546A00709 3123A25128 2718A0653A 2804 AO 1106 2332AOOD80 3121A35826 3235A44989 3020A05230 — — 2724E13732 TUT 1769 IEA Corporation lEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doof QAP00100.CT date: 08/02/93 APPENDIX B TUT OO5 177O IEA An Aquarion Company 200 Monroe Turnpike Monroe, Connecticut 06468 Phone 203 261 4458 Fax 203 268 5346 Key Professional Profiles IEA, INC. - CONNECTICUT July 15,1993 Sunrise, Florida 305-846 1730 Schaumburg, Illinois 708-705-0740 N. Biltefica, Massachusetts 617-272-5212 Whippany, New Jersey 201-428-8181 Research Triangle Park. North Carolina 919 677 0090 Essex Junction, Vermont 802 878-5138 TUT 005 1771 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Michael V. Bonomo Director of Operations-Connecticut ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS: •» Pordham University - Bronx, New York B.S. Biology Pace University - "White Plains, New York M.B.A Marketing MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE: Environmental Regulations (RCRA. CERCLA, CWA, SDWA, ECRA) Sampling and Analysis Plan Design Data Management SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE; Mr. Boaomo has over 14 years experience in environmental monitoring programs. He has functioned in numerous roles including director, co-director, sales manager, project manager, field and laboratory scientist, consultant, and seminar instructor. Ho has assisted many Fortune 500 companies and consultant/engineers in the design and implementation of «««pl'"g and analysis project plans. He has been involved in a wide spectrum of environmental programs fat groundwater, coil, and sludge testing to monitoring vuious aquatic biota. Mr. Bonomo is also experienced in data management requirements for* large analytical projects. He was instrumental in developing and implementing a system that was successfully utilized on many projects. He has also served as a seminar instructor for groundwater monitoring sampling and data tracking for a major waste management company. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; 1992 to Present JEA-Coonccticut, Inc. Position Director of Operations Responsibility Responsible for overall operations and profitability. 1991 to 1992 ffiA-Connocticut, Inc. Position. Co-Director Responsibilities Co-responsibility for the profitability and management Duties included business development, marketing, financial and budget management, sales management, strategic planning and mooitoring operations. Page I TUT OO5 177; 1990 to 1991 lEA-Connccticut. [nc. Position Sales and Marketing Manager Responsibilities Responsible for the sales staff, corporate strategic planning, sales management and marketing in the Hew Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont laboratories. 1989 to 1990 York Wastowater Consultants (YWQ Monroe, Connecticut Position Executive Director Responsibilities Assisted in the growth of an unknown Connecticut based company to one that covered all of the Eastern United States. Participated in a 6-month strategic planning process that provided insight into the took needed to run a successful company. la spite of severe banking problems, a 2-year Federal EPA investigation, and a downturn in the market, caw YWC through successful acquisition by Aquation. 1987 to 1999 York Wastewater Consultants (YWC) Monroe, Connecticut Position Sales and Marketing Manager Responsibilities Managed three York Laboratories division of YWC, Inc. Responsible for the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest United States. Built sales and marketing program where non had existed before. Helped to fg?irnn«fr'- five disjointed businesses into a single working division with resource charing, cross training, budget management, and t«^"n building. 1982 - 1987 ETC Position National Account Executive Responsibilities Developed and managed new business for analytical and data management services. Responsible for marketing to many Fortune 500 chemical, petrochemical, waste, and electronics firms. Efforts included major projects throughout the United States. Worked with clients in regulatory compliance, project design, and data use and interpretation. Developed a client base that was involved in RCRA groundwater monitoring, CERCLA site Remedial Investigation Feasibility Studies, New Jersey ECRA investigations, and Clean Water Act compliance. Involved in one of the first petroleum refinery land treatment demonstrations in the United States. Served as the Chairman of the ETC Technical Product Development Committee. 1980 - 1982 Lawler, Matusky and Skelly Engineers Position Project Manager TUT 005 1773 Responsibilities Project Manager for environmental monitoring programs related to the electric utility industry. Responsible for proposal writing, program design, management of staff scientists and technicians for his projects, budget control, report writing and tr**nifM\ presentations. These projects included water chemistry, fish population studies, lower trophic level monitoring, and mitigation of the impact of power plants on the river environment. Designed and implemented groundwater campling programs with customized equipment for a major site in New York State. 1978 - 1980 Lawler, Matusky and Skelly Engineers Position Project Scientist Responsibilities Crew Chief for field survey including campling of biota, water, coil and sludge. Responsible for m«?nf«inin«r field control of samples* inftl'^ing ^nf"ntfn<t*^etnl custody, and proper **mpt*"g techniques. Performed laboratory analyst* including wet chemistry procedures, fish taxonomy ud other biological studies. Responsible for writing Standard Operating Procedures for laboratory operations. TUT OO5 1774 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Jeffrey C. Curran Laboratory Manager ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS; Southern Connecticut State University - New Haven, Connecticut B.A. Chemistry, 1975 M.S. Chemistry. 1978 MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE: Quality Control/Quality Assurance Hazardous Waste Analyses Classical and Wet Chemistry Analyses PCB Analysis Capillary GC/MS Analysis Industrial Hygiene Certified Laboratory Director for the States of Connecticut, New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts. SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE: Mr. Curran has extensive experience in analytical chemistry specializing in environmental analysis. He has worked in all areas of the laboratory and has hands-on expertise in general wet chemistry techniques, atomic spectroscopy, gas chromatography, infrared spectroscopy and gas chromatography/mass spectrometry. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; Present DBA, Inc. - Connecticut Position Laboratory Manager Responsibilities For the past 15 years Mr. Curran has directed and participated in a variety of projects. Some highlights are listed below: Hazardous Waste Site. East Windsor. CT At a major Connecticut Hazardous Waste site Mr. Curran participated in the sampling analysis of buried drums of hazardous waste during a state-supervised cleanup project. TUT 005 1775 Jeffrey C. Curran Ethvlene Oxide Emissions Testing. Sherburn. New York At a major EtO user in Upstate New York. Mr. Curran directed an on-site testing program for measuring EtO emissions using gas chromatography. Mr. Curran also worked on a testing program in conjunction with the NYSDEC for testing pollutant control equipment for EtO sterilizers. Canadian Tariff Board Hearings Mr. Curran provided expert witness testimony at a Canadian Tariff Board Hearing concerning chemical composition of foam packaging material. Worker Exposure Study. Lvnchburg. Virginia Mr. Curran directed an on-site industrial hygiene study to monitor employee exposure to various solvents and chemicals. Mr. Curran was also part of the team which analyzed the various samples collected using gas chromatography, atomic spectroscopy, and UV-VIS spectroscopy in accordance with NIOSH protocols. Food Processing Plant. Rochester. New York Mr. Curran conducted an investigation to determine the cause of stainless steel tubing failures for a national food process company. The results of this study were used in determining alternatives to the current materials used in the process. Hazardous Breakdown Product Study Mr. Curran designed a system to identify and measure potentially hazardous breakdown products resulting from the pyrolysis of plastic materials for an international aircraft manufacturer. Results of this study were used to identify what materials were responsible for and how to alleviate the problem. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS; Member of the American Chemical Society TUT OO5 1776 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Marsha Culik LE: QA Manager ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS: S.U.N.Y. at Alfred - Alfred, New York A.A.S. Medical, 1976 Laboratory Technology MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE; Extensive development and "hands on" experience with Gas Chromatography, Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry, Auto Analyzer, and some computer data stations. SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE; Ms. Culik has over 12 years experience in the environmental laboratory field. Experience ranges from analysis of drinking water with a Grade 3 Water Treatment Plant Operator to gas chromatography chemist with environmental samples. Ms. Culik has experience as supervisor of the Gas Chromatography department. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; 1/91 to Present DBA, Inc. - Connecticut Position QA Manager Responsibilities Quality Assurance Manager, responsible for monitoring the continuing compliance with the Corporate QA Program and to be a liaison between Corporate QA and laboratory staff. Additional responsibilities include maintaining certification programs, coordination of external and internal audits, coordinate all inquiries relative to quality issues and follow-up on corrective actions as necessary, maintain files of all QA related documentation include review and approval of all SOP's. 1986 to 1991 Position GC Group Leader TUT GO5 1777 Marsha Culik Responsibilities Supervisor of GC Group, responsible for analysis of environmental samples for pesticides/PCB's according to EPA/NYSDEC CLP Protocols, SW846 Methods and EPA "600" Series Methods. Additional responsibilities include analysis of samples via purge & trap/GC according to various protocols. Other duties include analysis of air samples, charcoal absorbent tubes and other miscellaneous samples for any parameters requiring gas chromatography analysis. She is also responsible for supervision of the group including sample tracking, data review, etc. 1984 to 1986 Position Chemist Responsibilities Experience in sample prep and GC analyses of Pesticides/PCB's in water, oil and soil samples. 1981 to 1984 Position Laboratory Analyst - American Waterworks Service Company Responsibilities Experience performing complete laboratory analysis or raw, potable, and waste water including all miscellaneous include Volatile Organics, Trihalomethanes and Aromatics using Purge and Trap techniques; Pesticides and Herbicides by GLC; Transition and Heavy Metals by Flame and Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption; and Nutrients by Automated and other various wet chemistry procedures. Assisted Lab Director in the development of many methods used in these analyses. Responsible for collection and interpretation of all quality control data. 1978 to 1981 Position Lab Technician - Suffolk County Water Authority Responsibilities Laboratory experience in the analysis of potable water for a large water utility. Cooperative studies done in conjunction with state and local health agencies concerning water and wastewater quality. Also monitoring the chemical quality of water and seawater programs for the U.S.G.S. Primary responsibilities were for the analysis of Halogenated and Aromatic organic compounds by Purge and Trap Gas Chromatography. Other areas of experience include the analyses of nutrients by Technicon Auto Analyzer, metals by Flame and Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption, and microbiological testing using Millipore System. I LIT OO5 1 "7 7Q Marsha Culik Lab Technician - Hooker Chemicals & Plastics Responsibilities Responsible for the analysis of vinyl chloride monomer in PVC Compounds, Resins and Food Packageability studies utilizing Gas Chromatography. Responsible for monitoring the air quality of the plant environment. SPECIALIZED TRAINING; 1984 Certified Grade 3 Water Treatment Plant Operator 1977 ASCP Registered MLT Environmental Laboratory Management Two day seminar on Environmental Laboratory Management John H. Taylor, Analytical Technology. Performance Management Workshop One day seminar Cynthia Barnet, Human Resources Consultant Interview Skills Workshop One day seminar Cynthia Barnet, Human Resources Consultant Leadership Development Workshop Four day workshop William Frackler, Ingoldsby, Inc. Mass Spectral Data Interpretation One day seminar Dr. Frank Rutecek, Cornell University Introduction to Analytical Separations Four day seminar Dr. Dhea Habboush, Sacred Heart University ASQC Course Auditing of Quality Systems ASQC Course Introduction to SPC TUT GO5 1779 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Larry D. Lewis TITLE; Organics Manager ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS: University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA B.S. Chemistry, 1984 MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE; Laboratory Operations Management Organic analysis of environmental samples using CLP, SW846 and drinking water protocols Instrument troubleshooting Data reduction, computer deliverables preparation and final data review Hewlett-Packard 1000 & 9000 series computer systems RTE operating systems Thru-Put Envision software Improvement Team Leader SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE; Mr. Lewis has nine years experience in the analysis of environmental samples and over six years experience in operational arrangement. He has functioned in numerous roles including Organics Manager, Chromatography Manager, GC/MS Group Manager, GC/MS Volatile Manager, and GC/MS Chemist. Mr. Lewis assumes the laboratory manager's responsibilities when required and has extensive operational management experience in the organics area. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; 5/92 to Present IEA, Inc.- Connecticut Position Organics Manager Responsibilities Mr. Lewis is responsible for the daily operational management, production, and quality control of the organics departments and provides senior level technical support. Mr. Lewis is also experienced with Hewlett-Packard 1000 series computer with RTE operating systems and Hewlett-Packard 9000 series computers with UNIX operating systems. TUT GO5 17SO Larry D. Lewis 5/91 to 5/92 Position Chromatography Manager Responsibilities Mr. Lewis managed the GC and GC/MS departments where he was responsible for the management, production, and quality control. He managed the implementation of new protocols and instrumentation and operational decisions in conjunction with the GC and GC/MS managers. 10/89 to 5/91 Position GC/MS Group Manager Responsibilities Mr. Lewis has extensive experience in the GC/MS analysis of environmental samples from sample preparation to deliverables preparation and review; and has supervised in the group for over four years. He was responsible for the management, production and quality control for the GC/MS group and provided senior level technical support for the group. He has extensive chromatography and mass spectrometry systems experience. 5/87 to 10/89 Position GC/MS Volatile Section Leader Responsibilities Mr. Lewis managed the volatile section of the GC/MS group where he was responsible for the production and quality control for all volatile analyses of water, soil, complex, air and drinking water samples. He was instrumental in the conversion from packed column volatile analysis to the use of wide bore capillary columns for all volatile work, as well as the development and application of volatile drinking water procedures. 11/84 to 5/87 Position GC/MS Chemist -NUS Corporation Responsibilities Mr. Lewis performed GC/MS analysis of environmental samples for volatile and semi-volatile compounds. He was intimately involved in the mass spectral interpretation of target and non-target compounds, data reduction and deliverables preparation; and performed all aspects of GC/MS analysis using USEPA methodologies. He routinely performed instrument troubleshooting and preventive maintenance and worked on method development for the group. UT OOb 1781 Larry D. Lewis SPECIALIZED TRAINING: Environmental Laboratory Management John H. Taylor. Analytical Technologies A two day seminar on environmental laboratory management concentrating on analysis and data turnaround time issues, problem solving, and personnel management in the laboratory. Performance Management Workshop Cynthia Bamet, Human Resources Consultant A one day workshop on how to manage employee performance to maximize productivity and quality through effective feedback and performance evaluations. Interview Skills Workshop Cynthia Bamet, Human Resources Consultant A one day workshop on how to perform effective employee searches and interviews, EEOC rules and regulations, and establishing the fit between the applicant and the position. Leadership Development Workshop Bill Fackler, Ingoldsby Consulting Group A four day workshop covering leadership styles, management skills, effective meeting techniques, time management, and verbal and listening skills. Mass Spectroscopy Data Interpretation Dr. Frank Turecek ( Cornell University) A comprehensive two day lecture and workshop on mass spectral interpretation, including the examination of mass spectra pertaining to identifiable isotope clusters and fragmentation patterns. RTE-VI Procedures File Workshop GC/MS HP Aquarius Software Training Mark Hartwig (HP Instructor) The two day course was a detailed examination of the GC/MS hardware, theory and function of mass spectroscopy, and data acquisition, emphasizing the application of RTE/Aquarius software. Hewlett-Packard RTE System Managers Course Mark Barenburg, Compco Analytical A one day lecture and workshop covering system hardware, disc cartridges, diagnostic problems, configurations, accounts troubleshooting and difference between RTE-6 and RTE A. Page3 TUT 005 1782 Larry D. Lewis Introduction to Analytical Separations Dr. Dhia Habboush, Sacred Heart University The four day course was comprised of an introduction to chemical analysis, analytical separation chemistry, general chromatography and gas chromatography principles. Capillary Gas Chromatography Dr. Jack Hubball, Quad rex Corporation A one day course detailing gas chromatography theory and practice with capillary columns, injection techniques, and optimization of selectivity, capacity, and resolution parameters. Hewlett-Packard 3550 A System Managers Course Hewlett-Packard Analytical Training Center, Atlanta, GA A one week course covering system management of the 3550A RTE-A gas chromatography system. Leading Improvement Teams Wyndgate Sikes, The Productivity Network A four day course covering team dynamics and leadership and a seven step team improvement process. 'IJT O05 1783 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE John Bennett, Jr. TITLE; Sample Preparation Laboratory Supervisor ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Southern Connecticut State University - New Haven, CT B.S. Biology 1978 (Chemistry Minor) MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE; Classical Chemistry Atomic Spectroscopy Organic Extractions Gas Chromatography Microbiology SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE; An extensive background in all phases of laboratory operations. Was responsible for designing, specifying, and hiring staff for a state of the art environmental laboratory. Had day to day responsibility for all phases of operation of the lab. Responsible for writing and conducting performance reviews for staff. Implemented stringent QA/QC program in the lab following USEPA CLP protocols. Had direct responsibility for inorganics section of the laboratory. Functioned as a resource person and problem solver for staff. Wide ranging experience in the analysis of environmental and hazardous waste samples using EPA, APHA, and ASTM methodologies. Experienced in the analysis of contaminants from stationary sources. Has performed industrial hygiene surveys fore a variety of contaminants, and is familiar with the NIOSH procedures for their analysis. Instrumental expertise is ICP spectroscopy, as well as flame and furnace atomic absorption spectroscopy. In addition, has extensive experience with all basic laboratory apparatus and gas chromatography. A broad background in microbiology including the identification and enumeration of microorganisms from a wide variety of sources. Familiar with USP and APHA procedures of analysis. Performed studies on the effects of point source contamination of water supplies and has performed characterization of problem microorganisms in sewage treatment plants. Developed a novel procedure for determining the microbial kill effectiveness of ethylene oxide sterilization cycles.. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; 1988 to Present EEA, Inc. - Connecticut Position Sample Preparation Laboratory Supervisor OO5 1784 John Bennett, Jr. Responsibilities Responsible for daily operations of organics extractions group. Interacted with other departments in the laboratory concerning the status of client samples. Responsible for the supervision of six staff members. Responsible for the quality of work produced by group as well as meeting turnaround goals. 1987 to 1989 Position Laboratory Director - Chemrox, Inc. Responsibilities State of Connecticut Certified Laboratory Director for Chemrox Laboratory Services. Had overall responsibility for the operation of the laboratory, as well as the development of the business. Supervised 10 staff members. Interacted with other departments in the company, as well as outside clients on technical aspects of laboratory analyses. Participated in seminars to educate various groups about environmental issues. 1985 to 1987 Position Senior Chemist Responsibilities Responsible for ethylene oxide associated analyses. Performed pilot scale testing on a variety of medical devices to determine optimal de-gassing conditions. Aided in the design and construction of a pilot ethylene oxide. Was a member of the AAMI committee that developed reference test methods for ethylene oxide residues in medical services. 1980 to 1985 Position Senior Microbiologist/Associate Chemist - YWC, Inc. Responsibilities Responsible for performing non-routine microbiological analyses as well as providing technical guidance to technicians performing routine work. Instituted strict quality control procedures on all reagents, media and organisms. Was responsible for routine and non-routine chemical analyses on environmental samples. Was heavily involved in atomic spectroscopy analysis. Also performed evaluations on consumer products ranging from air cleaners to home water purification units. 1978 to 1980 Position Senior Chemist - Nutmeg Chemical Company TUT GO 5 1785 John Bennett, Jr. Responsibilities Promoted to Assistant Director of Laboratory. Supervised staff in absence of Director. Served as liaison between director and staff. Performed non-routine water and oil analysis, quality control companies products as well as routine water, oil and deposit analysis. Also performed microbiological analysis of water samples. 1978 to 1979 Position Laboratory Technician Responsibilities Responsibilities included routine water and oil analyses and quality control of products. SPECIALIZED TRAINING: Basic Atomic Spectroscopy Perkin Elmer Norwalk, Connecticut 1979 ICP Spectroscopy Spectra Inc. Pompton Lakes, New Jersey 1988 Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy Spectra Inc. Pompton Lanes, New Jersey 1988 Interpretation of Low Resolution Mass Spectra YWC Whippany, New Jersey 1989 TUT 005 .1786 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Peter P. Frick TITLE; Laboratory Supervisor ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS: University of Connecticut - Storrs, CT B.S. Chemistry 1984 University of Bridgeport - Bridgeport, CT M.B.A. Finance 1993 MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE; Environmental Analytical Chemistry Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy Ion Chromatography Point-of-Use Water Treatment Environmental Field Services SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE Mr. Frick has over eight years experience in environmental laboratories and pilot plant operation. He has performed a wide variety of analytical testing in the wet chemistry, gas chromatography, and atomic absorption areas. Mr. Frick has functioned in a supervisory role for over six years. He is familiar with hazardous waste management and the OSHA lab standard. Mr. Frick is 40 hour OSHA trained and has field sampling, as well as, field PCB screening experience. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; 6/88 to Present EEA, Inc. - Connecticut Position Group Leader Responsibilities Mr. Frick has managed the Classical Chemistry Group since June 1988; responsibilities include scheduling and training, as well as chemical and technical support. He has been charged with implementing and maintaining rigorous QA/QC programs. The Classical Chemistry Group performs tests in the areas of inorganic wet chemistry, bulk organics (oil & grease, hydrocarbons, TOX, TOC, phenols, etc.) and microbiology. Mr. Frick is familiar with both EPA and NYSDEC protocols and SW846 Methods relating to inorganic wet chemistry analyses. Mr. Frick is currently responsible for overseeing the Wet Chemistry staff operations, field services, and the direction of the Sample Management Group. He also functions as the site safety officer responsible for the lEA-Connecticut facility. TUT COS 1787 Peter P. Frick 5/86 to 6/88 Position Manager - Water Lab Systems Responsibilities Responsible for the marketing, engineering and installation of Point-of-Use water treatment systems. Water treatment systems used included commercial/industrial ion exchange, chlorination. water softeners, liquid and solid neutralizers, carbon and reverse osmosis. Routinely analyzed potable waters for water quality parameters. Participated in seminars to educate various groups about environmental issues. 3/8S to 5/86 Environmental Analysis Corporation Position Senior Chemist Responsibilities Responsible for performing chemical and bacterial analyses, water sampling of various sources, and supervision of the lab technicians. American Cvanamid Position Pilot Plant Engineering Assistant Responsibilities Activities included formulating herbicides and pesticides, maintaining area safety, pipe fitting, product sampling, and packaging. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: American Chemical Society Water Quality Association TUT' OO5 1788 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Lawrence H. Decker GC/MS Volatiles Supervisor ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Franklin Pierce College - Rindge, New Hampshire B.A. Biology 1982 MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE; Final Data Review Coordination of sample analysis for the GC/MS group Organics analysis by GC/MS SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE: Lawrence Decker has eight years of GC/MS experience. He has been responsible for operations of the GC/MS group for five years. Presently functioning as the Volatile Group Leader. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; S/92 to Present DEA, Inc. - Connecticut Position GC/MS Volatile Manager Responsibilities Responsible for the volatile group operations. Duties include: Scheduling workforce, ordering supplies, final data package review, employee reviews, overseeing sample analysis and sample prioritizing, adhering to forecasted budget, dealing with client requests, training employees, updating sample/job status with client service and laboratory directors. Tracking workflow through group. 10/91 to 5/92 Position GC/MS Section Leader Responsibilities Responsibilities included: Sample analysis for both semi-volatile and volatile samples, tracking and scheduling sample analysis, troubleshooting instrumentation, final data package preparation and review. Unknown compound determination (TIC's). Assisting Group Leader with selected tasks. Responsible for tracking and prioritizing sample analysis, reviewing both initial sample batches and final reports, troubleshooting instruments and monitoring of GC/MS operations. Page I 17 ft 9 Lawrence H. Decker 4/86 to 9/90 Position GC/MS Operator Responsibilities Running samples, calibrating instruments, tracking samples, screening, total solids standard preparation, paperwork. Familiarity with EPA/NYSDEC CLP, SW846 and EPA "6-" Series VOA and BNA methods and routine analysis of aqueous and soil samples for VOA and BOA target and non-target (TIC) compounds. Experience in the data review process which involves monitoring surrogate recoveries, internal standard areas, target compounds concentration ranges and matrix spike/matrix spike duplicate performance parameters. SPECIALIZED TRAINING; Mass Spectroscopy Data Interpretation One day Seminar Dr. Frank Turecek (Cornell University) Course description included close examination of mass spectra pertaining to identification of molecular ion, stability structure relationship, characteristic ion group effects, fragmentation and identifiable isotope clusters. Further concepts discussed include the nitrogen rule, the picket fence (alkane) series, and common fragment ions. RTE-VI Procedures File Workshop Four day seminar GC/MS HP Aquarius Software Training Mark Harwick (HP Instructor) Course description included detailed examination of GC/MS Hardware, theory and function of mass spectroscopy, data acquisition and interpretation. Course emphasized software manipulation to enhance the overall quality and quantity of accurate and legible data. Hewlett-Packard User I Course Five day seminar Hewlett-Packard, Paramus, New Jersey Course description included a general overview of the HP computer system, mass spectrometer theory, instrument tuning and utility programs. Introduction to Analytical Separations Introduction to Chemical Analysis Terms associated with chemical analysis; a review of the important considerations in analytical chemistry; sensitivity and detection limit; evaluation of results. TUT Lawrence H. Decker Analytical Separation Solvent extraction; emulsions, completeness of extraction; extraction of organic compounds; pH effect; extraction with metal chelator. Chromatography (General Principles) Chromatographic behavior of solutes; column efficiency and resolution. Gas Chromatography Gas chromatograph; gas chromatographic columns; liquid phases and column selection; detectors for gas chromatography; optimization of experimental conditions; interfacing gas chromatography with mass spectrometry. I'UT O05 1 791 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Daniel W. Helfrich TITLE; Group Leader ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Quinnipiac College Sacred Heart University M.S. Chemistry M.B.A. B.A. Biology B.S. Biology, 1985 MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE Four years running ICP on environmental samples. Two years running Furnace analysis. Four years sample prep in environmental area. Three years CLP Data Review. OSHA trained and certified. Familiar with EPA & NYSDEC protocols and SW846 Methods relating to inorganic metals analysis. SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE: Mr. Helfrich has over 4 years experience in environmental analysis. He has functioned in numerous analytical roles including: Sample prep, Furnace analysis, ICP analysis and hazardous waste coordinator. Experienced in data review, and familiar with EPA and NYSDEC protocols. OSHA trained and experienced. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; 1992 to Present IEA, Inc. - Connecticut Position Group Leader Responsibilities Manage daily flow of work, set priorities. Monitor productivity of group. CLP data review ensuring QA/QC protocols are followed. Manage the collection and removal of all hazardous waste generated by IEA-CT. TUT GO5 1792 Daniel W. Helfrich 1989 to 1992 Position Senior Chemist - lEA.Inc. CT Responsibilities ICP & Furnace Operator, manage flow of work, CLP data review ensuring QA/QC protocols are followed. 1987 to 1989 Position Lab Manager - POP Industries Responsibilities ICP Operator and Health & Safety Manager 1984 to 1987 Position Senior Chemist - Handy & Harmon Responsibilities ICP Operator SPECTALTZED TRAINING: OSHA Seminar - 40 hour training + 28 hour update Clean Harbours - Hazardous Waste Seminar TUT O05 1793 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Kimberly A. Maturo GC Group Leader ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Southern Connecticut State University - New Haven, Connecticut B.S. Biology, 1985 SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE; Ms. Maturo has over 7 years experience in the environmental field. She started in the organic extractions department as a lab technician and worked her way up to supervisor. From there, she transferred to the Gas Chromatography Department in order to expand her knowledge by learning more about the analysis of environmental samples. She is now Group Leader of the GC Department and is experienced in Pesticide and PCB residue analysis. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE; 3/91 to Present IE A, Inc. - Connecticut Position GC Group Leader Responsibilities Supervisor of GC Group, responsible for analysis of environmental samples for pesticides/PCB's according to EPA/NYSDEC CLP Protocols, SW846 Methods and EPA "600" Series Methods. Additional responsibilities include analysis of samples via purge & trap/GC according to various protocols. Other duties include analysis of air samples, charcoal absorbent tubes and other miscellaneous samples for any parameters requiring gas chromatography analysis. She is also responsible for supervision of the group including sample tracking, data review, etc. 10/88 to 3/91 Position GC- Senior Lab Technician Responsibilities Ms. Maturo's primary duties are the operation of the gas chromatographs for a variety of analyses. She has experience in pesticide/PCB determinations as well as other miscellaneous analytes such as alcohols, herbicides and solvents in general. TUT 005 1794 Kimberly A. Maturo Ms. Maturo's other duties include computer data entry, sample tracking and monitoring QC samples for the group. 10/85 to 10/87 Position Extractions Group Responsibilities Over this time period Ms. Maturo was a member of the extractions group and supervised the operations and staff for the last year. Her duties were primarily extraction of environmental samples for semi-volatile organics, pesticides/PCB's and herbicides. She also was responsible for screening of organic extracts via gas chromatography. TUT 005 1795 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Kristin Madden TITLE: Semi-Volatile Manager ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS; Thomas Edison State College B.A. Psychology Working on M.S. Environmental - transferring from Syracuse MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE: Organic Analyses. Interpretation of Mass Spectra. Maintenance & troubleshooting of GC/MS Systems. SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE: Reorganized and upgraded classical chemistry department to accommodate EPA SAS contracts. Created organics department, including GC/MS VOC, ABN; Pesticides, PCB's, Herbicides, other misc. GC analyses; and extractions. Instituted laboratory waste disposal program including solvent recycling. Co-wrote proposal and acted as project manager on NYS research project of bioaccumulation in Onondaga Lake fish flesh. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 2/93 to Present DBA, Inc. - Connecticut Position Semi-Volatile Manager Responsibilities Supervision of all aspects of analysis and data production. Duties include: Enforcement of QA/QC plan and safety plan, training, data review, scheduling of personnel and analyses, purchasing, updating/developing standard operating procedures. Responsible for profitability of department through scheduling, budgets, and efficiency. TUT OO5 1796 Kristin Madden 5/91 to 1/93 Position Organics Department Manager - Steams & Wheler Laboratory, N. Syracuse, NY Responsibilities Responsible for set-up of organics department. Duties included staff training, development & enforcement of QA plan, data review, purchasing and budget development. Also functioned as safety officer and interim operations manager. 12/87 to 1/91 ICM Environment Laboratories - Randolph, NJ Position GC/MS BNA VOC Analyst 8/90 - 1/91 Responsibilities Analysts & data reduction of BNA samples SW846, 600 Series, RCRA, ECRA, training of VOA analysts. Position GC/MS CLP VOC Analyst Responsibilities Analysis & data reduction of CLP Volatiles under supervision. Position Classical Chemistry Supervisor Responsibilities Upgrade department to be able to perform EPA SAS contracts, data review, purchasing. Position Classical Chemistry Technician Responsibilities Analysis & data reduction of various classical chemistry tests. 5/91 Position GC/MS Semivolatiles Group Leader - First Environmental Laboratories, Denville, NJ Responsibilities Analysis & data reduction of BNA samples. Supervision & scheduling of BNA analyses. TUT CO 5 1797 Kristin Madden SPECIALIZED TRAINING: Hewlett Packard Basic Chomatography: Intro to Capillary GC. Hewlett Packard GC/MS Troubleshooting & Maintenance. Hewlett Packard Environmental Lab. Productivity Video Teleconference. USEPA Conference on the Analysis of Environmental Pollutant. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS; Member American Chemical Society Member American Society for Mass Spectrometry Page3 TUT 005 1798 PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Bruno O'Ostilio TITLE: Systems Manager ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS; Western Connecticut State University - Danbury, CT Computer Science and Business Program September 1978 , 1989 - Present MAJOR AREA OF EXPERTISE; Various types of computer hardware. Unix and DOS operating systems. Networks. Programming. SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE; Mr. D'Ostilio has over 10 years experience in the computer industry. He has a broad knowledge of computers ranging from mainframes to P.C.'s. He has extensive knowledge of UNIX, XWINDOWS. TCP/IP, DOS and various types of hardware. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 10/92 to Present IEA, Inc. - Connecticut Position Systems Manager Responsibilities Systems Manager reintegration, reseating, checking standards. Mr. D'Ostilio has over 10 years computer related experience on systems ranging from mainframes to personal computers. His is responsible for all systems hardware and software for our CLP 390 system. This system includes a HP9000 workstation with a UNIX Operating System, Envision application software, Ingres RDMS, XWindows and a network of X Terminals and P.C.'s using Advanlink and TCP/IP. His is also responsible for ensuring diskette deliverables meet the requirements specified by the EPA. TUT OO5 1799 Bruno D'Ostilio 10/86 to 10/92 Position Senior Customer Engineer - Concurrent Computer Corp., Wallingford, CT Responsibilities Install, service and maintain Concurrent mini and microcomputers, as well as many other types and manufacturers of disk drives, tape drives, printers, modems, multiplexers, networks and personal computers. Also responsible for the installation, troubleshooting and upgrading of systems software which involves shell and C programming. System software includes UNIX SYSTEM V, XWINDOWS, MOTIF. TCP/IP, LABWORKBENCH, DOS and many other packages. 1984 to 1986 Position Customer Engineer - Memorex Corporation, Darien, CT Responsibilities Install, service and maintain magnetic tapes drives, disk drives, display stations and printers within local Connecticut & New York territories. SPECIALTZED TRAINING: IBM compatible mainframe peripherals, include: High performance disk drives, tape drives, Impact & Laser printers. Concurrent computer corp. mini computer hardware. UNIX Systems Manager. UNIX based Workstation Hardware. Novell networks. ROMS. TUT O05 1.8OO IEA Corporation lEA-CT Quality Assurance Plan Doc/Q/VPOOlOO.CT date: 08/02/93 APPENDIX C TUT OO5 18O1 ILL r~~ "snroe ~ ike Monroe, CT 06468 203-261-4458 .HAL.. JF( ITO-. 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