NCD981927502_19960601_Geigy Chemical Corporation_FRBCERCLA RA_Construction Quality Assurance Plan for Remedial Action-OCR

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JUL 311996
Construction Quality Assurance PlanSUPEFiF . , _
For Remedial Action UNu 0tCTION
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Geigy Chemical Corporation Site
Aberdeen, North Carolina
Prepared for
Geigy Chemical Corporation
Prepared by:
OHM Remediation Services Corp.
Norcross, Georgia
Project Manager
Cecil H. Gibb
Regional QA/QC Director
June 1996
OHM Project No. 18868
Rev. 0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................ 1-1
1.1 General .................................................. 1-1
1.2 Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.3 Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1. 4 References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
2.0 PURPOSE AND SCOPE .......................................... 2·1
2.1 Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.2 Scope of Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.3 Acceptance of CQAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
3.0 ORGANIZATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES ......................... 3-1
3 .1 Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.2 Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
4.0 CONSTRUCTION QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEMS ................... 4-1
4.1 Construction Quality Assurance Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.1.1 Scope ............................................. 4-1
4.1.2 Control of Construction Quality Assurance Plan . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.2 Control Measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.3 Quality Assurance Audits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
5.0 INSPECTION PLAN .............................................. 5-1
5.1 Quality Control Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5.2 Preparatory Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
5.3 In-Process Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
5.4 In-Process Surveillance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
5.5 Chemical QA/QC Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
5.6 Inspection and Surveillance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5.7 Inspection Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5.8 Subcontractor Quality Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
6.0 FIELD VERIFICATION TESTING .................................. 6-1
6.1 GeotechnicaI Quality Control Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.1.1 Field Verification Testing ............................... 6-1
6.1.2 Field Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.2 Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
6.3 Performance Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6.4 Review of Construction Control Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6.5 As-Built Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
7.0 DOCUMENT CONTROL .......................................... 7-1
7 .1 Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
7.2 Daily Log ................................................ 7-1
7.3 Submittals ................................................ 7-1
7.3.1 Responsibilities ...................................... 7-1
7.3.2 Submittal Control .................................... 7-1
7.4 Quality Records ........................... · ................ 7-2
7.5 Records Retention .......................................... 7-3
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TABLE OF CONTENTS -CONTINUED
8.0 MEETINGS/COORDINATION ..................................... 8-1
8.1 Coordination and Mutual Understanding Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
8.2 QC Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
9.0 HANDLING AND STORAGE ...................................... 9-1
9 .1 Receiving Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
9 .2 Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
9 .3 Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
APPENDICES
Appendix A Submittal Register
Appendix B Resume -Cecil Gibb
Appendix C Laboratory Qualifications
FIGURES
Figure3.1
Figure 3.2
TABLES
Table 5.1
QC Organization Chart
Letter of Authority
Inspection/ Surveillance Schedule
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 GENERAL
This Construction Quality Assurance Plan (CQAP) has been developed specifically for
Remedial Action at the Geigy Chemical Corporation site, Aberdeen, North Carolina. OHM
Remediation Services Corp. (OHM), a subsidiary of OHM Corporation, will provide and
maintain an effective construction Quality Control (QC) Program in accordance with the
Statement of Work. OHM will perform the inspections and tests required to ensure that
materials, workmanship and construction conform to approved drawings and
specifications. The independent Quality Assurance Team (!QA T) will perform the Quality
Assurance (QA) role.
1.2 ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations are applicable to this document:
• CQC -Contractor Quality Control
• CQAP -Construction Quality Assurance Plan
• CSQCO -Contractor Site Quality Control Officer
• OHM -OHM Remediation Services Corp.
• QA -Quality Assurance
• QC -Quality Control
• CSHP -Construction Safety and Health Plan
• HSO -Health and Safety Officer
• IQAT-Independent Quality Assurance Team
1.3 RESPONSIBILITY
The overall responsibility for implementation and enforcement of the CQAP is assigned to
the OHM Project Manager. The responsibility for providing QC direction and verification
of the effectiveness of the Project CQAP is assigned to the designated CSQCO.
1.4 REFERENCES
The following documents are included by reference as supplements to this CQAP to
address the detailed quality control requirements and specific procedures required for
compliance with the Contract:
• Material Handling Plan
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• Erosion and Sedimentation Plan
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2.0 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
2.1 PURPOSE
This CQAP describes the specific requirements of the QC system to be implemented by
OHM during the Remedial Action at the Geigy Chemical Corporation site. The CQAP will
provide or reference the procedures, policies and practices to execute and document
compliance with the approved specifications, drawings, and referenced standards. In
general, the CQAP will establish controls for:
• QC staff organization and authority
• Procedures, guidelines, checklists, forms
• Major definable features of work
• Records
• Inspections and tests
• Documentation
• Audits
2.2 SCOPE OF WORK
This CQAP will be implemented for all work required by the Contract, including, but not
limited to, the following construction, sampling and operation phases of the project.
• Mobilization and site preparation
• Construction of groundwater extraction system
• Construction of a carbon adsorption treatment system
• Construction of an infiltration gallery
• Demolition of the former warehouse foundations
• Excavation of soil
• Backfilling and regrading
• Site restoration
• Management, treatment, and disposal of all residuals
• Demobilization
2.3 ACCEPTANCE OF CQAP
• Work performed within the scope of this plan will not be started prior to the
approval of this CQAP by EPA unless otherwise permitted by EPA.
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• Any proposed changes to this CQAP will require notification of the changes to EPA
in writing. All proposed changes are subject to the approval of the EPA.
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3.0 ORGANIZATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 ORGANIZATION
The on-site quality control team includes the Project Manager, Project Engineer and the
designated Site QC Officer. The responsibilities, reporting requirements and authorities of
these individuals are identified in the following subsections. An organization chart, Figure
3.1 defines the reporting function of the project. Overall responsibility for this CQAP is
assigned to the OHM Southern Region QA/QC Director. He will provide technical
oversight, maintain open communications with the designed Site QC Officer and Project
Manager and provide as-needed support from OHM's Norcross Georgia regional
headquarters. Based on the scope of work and level of effort, the On-site Manager has been
designated as Site QC Officer, to provide cost-effective implementation of this CQAP and
OHM' s Corporate QA Program. A copy of the letter of authority describing the
responsibilities and authority to function as the Site QC Officer is included in this plan
(Figure 3.2).
3.2 RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of each person identified in the QC organization are presented below.
Project Manager -Kent Geis
The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction of this project executed under
his supervision. The Project Manager provides the managerial and administrative skills to
ensure that planning, execution, and reporting meet contract requirements. The global
quality-related responsibilities of the Project Manager can include, but are not limited to the
following:
• Reviewing all deliverables prior to submittal to Owner
• Interfacing with the Owner's representative on a regular basis to review project
progress and contract compliance
• Reviewing project QC procedures
• Providing cost accounting updates to verify the project is within budget
• Organization of the project staff and assignment of responsibilities
• Understanding of the contract and scope of work for said project
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Geigy Site Remedial Action Organization Chart
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Bernie Hayes (Acting) Coordinator
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Subcontractors
Excavation/Const. Crew -Drilling Technical Support
-Equip. Operators -Electrical -Engineering
-Rec. Technicians -Building -Geosciences
-WTS Equip. Spec. -T&D -T&D -Security
• Surveying
Figure 3.1
QC Organization Chart
Harold Moats, Ciba
Bill Vinzant, Kaiser
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5335 Triangle Parkway, Suite 450 • Norcross, GA 30092 • Southern Region
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Ty Parish
Cecil H. Gibb
July 23, 1996
Site QC Officer
This letter describes the responsibilities and authority delegated to you in your capacity as
Designated Site Quality Control Officer (SQCO) for the remedial action at Geigy Chemical
Site, Aberdeen, North Carolina.
In this position, you are responsible for the implementation and enforcement of the
Construction Quality Assurance Plan (CQAP) during site preparation, construction,
operation and closure activities to verify that the quality of the materials, workmanship,
operations, and safety monitoring and compliance meets the specified requirements
throughout the duration of the project.
You have the responsibility and authority to identify and report quality problems, reject
nonconforming materials, initiate corrective actions, and recommend solutions for
nonconforming activities; and to control or stop further processing, delivery or installation
activities until satisfactory disposition and implementation of corrective actions are
achieved.
Cecil H. Gibb
Regional QA/QC Director
Geigy Chemical Corporation Site
Figure 3.2
Letter of Authority
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• Participating in the coordination and mutual understanding meeting
• Communication to the project staff regarding client requirements and QC practices
• Identification, documentation and notification to the client and project staff of
changes in the scope of work
• Review and approval of project procedures, work plans, and other project plans
• Approval of project remedial action/ construction methodologies
• Dissemination of project-related information from the client such as design bases,
input parameters, and drawings
• Liaison for communications with Owner's Representative
• Resolve nonconformances and changes in project documents and activities
• Detennination of the effect of nonconformances on the project and the need for
reporting such items to Owner's Representative
• Notification of project and QC personnel of nonconformances and changes
• Notification of the project staff and, as appropriate, QC personnel of void project-
related documents and information
• Detennination that changes, revisions, and rework are subject to the same QC
requirements as the original work
• Serve as final reviewer prior to release of project information
• Approve and sign outgoing correspondence
Some of these responsibilities may be assigned to the On-Site Manager who will remain on-
site throughout project field activities.
On-site Manager -Ty Parish
The On-Site Manager is responsible for:
• Participating in the coordination and mutual understanding meeting
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• Supervising all day-to-day site activities in accordance with project and program
requirements
• Oversight of subcontractor services
• Preparing the Contractor Production Report
• Initiating corrective actions for non-conformances identified on site
• Communicating with the Project Manager on project progress in all areas
• Maintaining the latest applicable drawings and specifications with amendments
and/ or approved modifications at the job site and assuring that they are used for
shop drawings, fabrication, construction, inspections and testing
Regional QA/QC Director -Cecil Gibb
Mr. Gibb will serve as the Project QC Manager and is responsible for:
• Managing implementation of program quality requirements
• Conducting independent audits of site activities
• Overseeing the work of the Site QC Officer
• Monitoring non-conformances and corrective actions
Project Engineer -Raveendra Cella
The project engineer is responsible for:
• Providing technical direction and expertise for daily work on-site
• Ensuring the engineering activities on-site are performed in compliance with project
drawings and specifications
• Interfacing with the site supervisor and QC engineer concerning any technical or
engineering issues concerning subcontractors.
• Inspecting major equipment for conformance to the project specifications upon
delivery to the site
• Assist with preparation of record drawings for the Closeout Report
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Site QC Officer -Ty Parish
As Site QC Officer, Mr. Parish is responsible for the overall management of the project Site
CQC program. He receives administrative and day-to-day direction from the Project
Manager and is responsible to the OHM Regional QA/QC Director for QC direction on any
matters that may affect the QC requirements for the project. He is assigned the
responsibility for verification of compliance to the contract requirements and has the
authority to reject materials and workmanship which do not comply with requirements and
to stop nonconforming work activities. He will work closely with the Site Safety Officer to
verify conformance to the CHSP.
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4.0 CONSTRUCTION QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEMS
4.1 CONSTRUCTION QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN
4.1.1 Scope
This CQAP establishes the policies, procedures and practices to be implemented on the
project for monitoring and verifying work activities for compliance with the contract
requirements.
4.1.2 Control of Construction Quality Assurance Plan
The CQAP provides measures to ensure that the QC functions described within the plan
are in compliance with the contract documents. Revisions to the CQAP will be made by
sections, or by the addition of supplements or amendments. All approved changes and
revisions will be transmitted to plan holders. Each individual or organization holding a
plan will be responsible to update and maintain their copy of the plan current. Superseded
sections should be removed and destroyed. Superseded sections may be maintained for
reference purposes provided the sections are clearly identified as superseded and noted for
information only. Whenever a section of the plan is revised, the cover page and table of
contents will also be revised to reflect the current revision number.
4.2 CONTROL MEASURES
The CQAP provides measures to verify and document that the work performed complies
with the requirements specified in the contract documents. These measures include:
• Inspections
• Document control
• Submittals
• Completion inspection
• Records
• Audits and surveillance
Procedures for implementing the above measures are included in the CQAP. The CQAP
may be supplemented by working procedures, guidelines or instructions for the
implementation of measures to verify compliance with the contract requirements.
4.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE AUDITS
The project QC Program may be audited internally to verify that the program is in
compliance with the CQAP. If required, the audit will be performed by the OHM Regional
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QA/QC Director or his designee and may include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Field operation and records
• QC inspections and records
• Document control
OHM will support any audits or surveillance by the !QA T.
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5.0 INSPECTION PLAN
5.1 QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTIONS
The measures required to verify the quality of work performed and compliance with the
specified requirements include inspection of materials and workmanship before, during and
after each definable feature of work. The CQC inspection program consists of:
• Preparatory activities
• In-process monitoring surveillance/inspections
• Completion inspections
5.2 PREPARATORY ACTIVITIES
Preparatory activities will be performed prior to starting any major definable feature of
work which has control requirements. If more than one definable feature of work is
included in a work activity, a preparatory meeting may be appropriate to discuss the
separate features of work. Preparatory inspection meetings will be attended by the
responsible construction staff personnel, any applicable subcontractor involved with the
feature of work, and the Site QC Officer. Preparatory activities include:
• Review of pertinent contract requirements; including specifications and related
documentation
• Review of material and equipment documentation for required subrnittals and
approvals
• Review of required control inspections and test requirements
• Examination of the preliminary work necessary to begin the feature of work for
completeness and conformance to approved drawings and submittal data
• Availability and examination of the required materials and equipment for
commencement of the work and for use throughout the work feature
• Orientation of personnel performing work activities in the workmanship standards
and critical aspects involved for the feature of work to be accomplished
• Review of safety procedures/ controls for compliance to approved SHSP
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Preparatory inspection meetings will be documented by the Site QC Officer.
meeting will be prepared and attached to the checklist.
5.3 IN-PROCESS INSPECTION
Minutes of the
An in-process inspection will be conducted soon after beginning each definable feature of
work. The inspection will be performed when it is determined that a sufficient portion of
the feature of work has been accomplished to evaluate the following criteria:
• Compliance with the specifications, drawings, submittals and other contract
requirements
• Acceptable levels of workmanship
• Safety measures, i.e., compliance with activity hazard analysis
In-process inspections will be performed daily. The frequency of the inspections will be
dependent upon the extent of work being performed on each particular feature of work.
Inspections may be performed on all ongoing work and will be performed on any completed
work phase prior to starting subsequent phases. Any deficiencies will be corrected prior to
starting the new work.
5.4 IN-PROCESS SURVEILLANCE
In-processing surveillance of ongoing activities which affect quality will be performed by the
SQCO and the Project Manager. This activity is in addition to the required inspections and
is not required to be performed on a regular basis. Although documentation is not required,
any deficiencies noted during these activities will be documented and resolved per
Section 5.8.
5.5 CHEMICAL QA/QC ACTIVITIES
OHM will employ the services of Analytical Services Corporation to perform the project's
analytical testing. The work to be performed in this section deals with chemical analyses of
potable water for dust control, decontamination water and on-site borrow material and soil
prior to and during remediation activities.
The Site QC Officer is responsible for monitoring characterization activities to verify
conformance to the contract requirements. The monitoring will include project on-site
activities and includes but is not limited to:
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• Sampling, methods, locations and frequencies
• Chain-of-custody
• Calibrations
• Documentation
5.6 INSPECTION AND SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM
A listing of testing and inspection activities to be accomplished for this project is presented
in Table 5.1. This list was developed based on the contract Statement of Work, applicable
remedial action work plans and other specifications. Details of analytical sampling are not
included, but are addressed in the specifications. This program was developed using a
graded approach to quality control, providing independent quality control oversight
commensurate with the complexity of the specific work element and the risk associated
with failure to achieve compliance with the technical specifications. The planned program
will be revised should unexpected conditions be found or changes in work scope be
modified. Inspection and surveillance accomplished by the SQCO will be documented,
along with the findings. Should non-conformance be identified, it will be documented and
properly addressed.
5.7 INSPECTION DOCUMENTATION
The SQCO is responsible for the maintenance of inspection records. Inspection records will
be legible and will clearly provide all information necessary to verify the items or activities
inspected conform to the specified requirements; or, in the case of non-conforming
conditions, provide evidence the conditions were brought into conformance or otherwise
accepted by Rust. All inspection records will be made available to Rust.
Non-conforming conditions will be documented in the Site QC Daily Log. This log will
record the nature of the deficiency and provide verification of the deficiency correction.
Upon identification of noncompliance of the following closed-loop corrective action plan
will be followed. As appropriate, the SQCO and the Project Manager will ensure that the
following steps are followed:
1) The problem will be identified and documented.
2) The responsibility for investigating the problem will be assigned.
5.8 SUBCONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL
All OHM subcontractors who perform services or supply materials must comply with this
CQCP. Subcontractor personnel qualifications, technical performance levels, QA/QC
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-- -- - -sow Spec. Paragraph Number Work Element 01300 Part 2 Submittals Part 3 01050 Part 1 Surveying Part2 Part 3 01360 3.01 Erosion control 3.02 02100 1.01 Gearing and site prep 3.02 -Contamination Reduction Zone (CRZ) -Exclusion Zone (EZ) Construction /set-up decontamination areas Construct soil stockpile area 02050 3.02A Building demolition 02220 3.05B Remove on-site trash and debris -.. - -- - ---Table 5.1 Inspection/Surveillance Schedule Page 1 of 2 Planned Inspection/Surveillance Preparatory In-Process Review Submittal Register Verily: -Review and approval -Submittal as scheduled -Compliance with Rust requirements Verify: -NC licensed surveyor -OSHA 40-hr training Verify: Inspect: -Control in-place -As required -Sequence of installation Verify: Verify: -Identification and marking -Pad/piping/pump installed per -Approved materials and spec and drawings equipment -Pipe bedding and backfill Verify: Verify: -Dust control plan -Liner installation -Erosion control in-place Verify: Verify: -Removal of equipment and -Equipment, tanks, etc., appurtenances decontaminated -Dust control in-place -Dust control -Decontamination plan -Demolition by procedure -Tagging and lockout -Utility locations/severance Verify: Verily: -Disposal plan -Compliance with plan, drawing, -Approved spec. . T&D -Use of personal protective . Facility equipment -Compliance with decontamination procedure -Proper transportation and disposal Final Verily: -Proper removal with Rust approval Verify: -Pad slope/finish Verify: -Final inspections Verify: -Final site conditions Verily: -T&D per approved plan -Dust control - -- -Remarks Project Manager maintains log SQCO verify on-time submittal/approval Random surveillance by SQCO SQCO and Site Supervisor Site Supervisor /SO.CO random surveillance Site Supervisor Site Safety Officer surveillance bySQCO
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procedures, acceptability levels, and documentation will be included in the subcontractors
scope of work as part of the contract documents.
Significant subcontractors will be required to identify an adequately qualified individual
within their organization to perform QC duties. The qualifications of this individual will be
submitted to the Site QC Officer for review and approval. The Site QC Officer will
coordinate all QC functions with the designated subcontractor QC representative. The Site
Superintendent will assist the Site QC Officer in managing the subcontractor.
The Site QC Officer is responsible to verify the performance of inspections, surveillances,
document reviews, audits, and other QC activities, and for monitoring the subcontractor to
verify compliance with the contract and subcontract requirements. These activities will be
documented on inspection reports, checklists, field logs, or other forms appropriate to the
function performed.
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6.0 FIELD VERIFICATION TESTING
The following procedures will be used to verify compliance with the contract requirements.
Additions or modifications to these procedures may be necessary to address changing
circumstances. During field implementation of project tasks the IQAT may provide an
inspector to perform independent QC checks.
6.1 GEOTECHNICAL QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES
6.1.1 Field Verification Testing
Field tests are developed from accepted test procedures (e.g. ASTM). Each test is an
approved procedure to test for specific characteristics. Some tests are less comprehensive
than others and require periodic verification by more detailed tests. Field tests of this type
do not usually determine the primary characteristic of interest, but instead are used to
correlate results. In the event that any single test fails to meet specification requirements, a
second test will be performed. Should the second test fail, the appropriate corrective action
will be taken in the field. If the second test meets the specification requirements, then the
corresponding verification test will be conducted. The results of that test will then be used
to determine the acceptance or rejection of the task being monitored.
Field tests will be performed by trained testing personnel and performed on a timely basis
to provide prompt confirmation or rejection of material or work.
6.1.2 Field Sampling
Samples of excavated materials and constructed work will be obtained in the field for
verification testing. The site technician will collect the specified samples, as appropriate or
when a portion of the constructed work is completed.
Borrow materials will be sampled and analyzed for pesticides.
be submitted to the Companies for approval prior to use.
6.2 INSPECTIONS
The analytical results will
In addition to special inspections which may be directed by the Project Engineer or Project
Manager, standard inspections will be performed during the course of remediation to verify
the quality of the final constructed work. There will be visual inspections performed by the
site supervisor, a qualified general foreman, or other appropriate personnel. These
inspections are supplemental to the QC inspections and are intended to enhance the QC
inspections by identifying problem areas that may require more stringent QC inspection. In
the event of a discrepancy between one of these visual inspections and the field verification
tests, the field verification test results will take precedence.
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Inspections will be performed in accordance with this plan or checklists developed for use
at the site. Inspections performed to a guide procedure will be documented in the daily
field log, while inspections performed to a checklist will be documented on the checklist and
on the daily Contractor QC Report.
6.3 PERFORMANCE DOCUMENTATION
To provide evidence of satisfactory work performance, verification test data, data
reduction and the results of field inspections and sampling will be completely documented.
Whenever possible, information will be recorded on a standardized form or in a bound filed
logbook. Documentation will include a daily log of construction activities; appropriate field
test, laboratory test, and survey data forms; photographs; and field collection and
sampling custody forms.
Construction inspection personnel (e.g., site supervisor and foreman) will maintain a daily
log of project activities. Copies of the daily logs will be sent to the Project Manager on a
daily basis. After this review, the logs will be routed to other members of the project team,
as needed.
As part of the remediation control activities, a photographic record will be maintained. As
examples, photographs should be taken of initial conditions, sampling locations,
remediation processes, and final constructed features. Photographs will be identified by
the project number, date taken, and a brief description. This will be done individually on
the back of the photographs. In addition, album photographs must be provided with
individual descriptions and dates taken.
Appropriate remediation control test, survey, and material installation data forms will be
prepared and each form will include the applicable location (e.g., station, elevation, and
field coordinates). All requested information on the form will be addressed. If not
applicable, requested information will be designated "N / A." Results of field and
laboratory tests will be sent to Rust, the Project Manager, and Project Engineer as soon as
they are available.
Field construction verification records will be collected and maintained by the site
supervisor until they are submitted to the project central file.
6.4 REVIEW OF CONSTRUCTION CONTROL DATA
The Project Engineer will review the QC data to verify that remediation specifications are
met, to determine when defective material or work may require removal and/ or
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reconstruction, and to determine when additional tests may be required to confirm the
quality of material or work. The results of field tests, field inspections, receiving
inspections, and surveys will be reviewed by the Project Engineer. This review will be
performed to prevent the construction of new work over defective material or work which is
later found to be defective.
6.5 AS-BUILT DOCUMENTATION
All appropriate documentation will be retained in the project records system. Final record
drawings and specifications will be prepared from this information in accordance with the
Submittal Register and will be retained as a permanent record of the project.
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7.0 DOCUMENT CONTROL
7.1 DOCUMENTATION
The Site QC Officer will maintain current records of QC activities and tests performed
including those of suppliers and subcontractors. These records will include evidence that
required control measures and tests have been performed and will indicate the results of the
activities.
7.2 DAILY LOG
A Daily Site QC Log will be completed and maintained by the SQCO. The log will
document both conforming and nonconforming work. The original SQCO Daily Log and
one copy will be submitted to Rust. The Daily Site QC Log will include:
• Type and number of control activities
• Results of test and inspections
• Types of defects/ causes for rejection
• Corrective actions
• Trades working, description and number
• Weather conditions
• Verbal instructions
The results of daily safety inspections performed including any nonconforming conditions
and corrective actions will be attached or documented in the Daily Site QC Log.
7.3 SUBMITTALS
7.3.1 Responsibilities
The Project Manager is responsible for the certification of specified submittals identified by
RUST, and will maintain a submittal log. The Project Manager will monitor the submittal
activities to verify:
• All required subrnittals are included
• Submittal schedule status
• Current submittal status
• Resubmittals
7.3.2 Submittal Control
OHM will control and schedule all subrnittals to Rust. These subrnittals include all items
listed in the contract document and listed or specified in the project specifications. Units
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of weights and measures used on all submittals will be consistent with those used in the
contract documents.
Each submittal will be reviewed for completeness, detail, and compliance with contract
requirements by individuals qualified to perform the review of that specific item. Prior to
each submittal, the SQCO or designee will certify that the submittal is in compliance with
the contract requirements. Submittals that do not comply with the requirements, will be
returned to the originator for corrective actions and resubmittal. Substitutions or variations
of specified requirements will be clearly noted and will require approval or acceptance by
Rust. Certification of the approved submittals will be indicated by signing and dating the
submittal form by the responsible OHM personnel. The submittals will include but not be
limited to:
• Plans and drawings
• Sample and test specimens
• QC submittals
• Construction photographs
• Contract closeout items
Submittals will be transmitted to RUST with a copy of the Subcontractor Submittal
Requirement Summary Form, (SSRS). The SSRS will indicate title of item being submitted.
Resubmittals will be identified using the original submittal number and consecutive
alphabetic suffix for each time the resubmittal was made.
The Site QC Officer will monitor the tracking system to verify the submittal schedule is
maintained. The current status of submittals, including items affecting the critical path, will
be tracked.
At contract closeout, record documents will be delivered to RUST. A transmittal letter in
duplicate accompanying the submittal will contain:
• Date
• Contract name and number
• Contractor's name, address, and telephone number
• Number and title of each record document
• Signature of contractor or his authorized representative
7.4 QUALITY RECORDS
Documentation of on-site quality control activities will be prepared and maintained to
provide evidence that the quality of the completed project meets contractual requirements,
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plans and specifications.
The OHM SCQCO will verify that required records are generated, are complete and
available.
7.5 RECORDS RETENTION
All appropriate records will be retained in the project files to provide documentation of
inspections and tests, as-built conditions, changes and deviations, submittal approval and
other contract specified permanent records.
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8.0 MEETINGS/COORDINATION
8.1 COORDINATION AND MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING MEETING
After approval of the Construction QA Plan and prior to the start of construction, the
OHM Project Manager, Project Engineer and Site QC Officer will meet with the Owner's
Representative to discuss the QC program required by this contract. The purpose of this
meeting is to develop a mutual understanding of the QC details, including forms to be used,
administration of on-site and off-site work, and coordination of the OHM management,
production and the Quality Representatives' duties with the Owner's Representative.
Minutes of the meeting will be prepared by the Project Manager and signed by both OHM
and the Owner's Representative.
8.2 QC MEETINGS
After the start of construction, the Project Manager, or his designee, will conduct QC
meetings once every two weeks or as required by the Owner's Representative at the work
site. The Project Manager, or his designee, will prepare the minutes of the meeting and
provide a copy to the Owner's Representative within two working days after the meeting.
The Project Manager will notify the Owner's Representative at least 48 hours in advance of
each meeting. As a minimum, the following will be accomplished at each meeting:
• Review the minutes of the previous meeting
• Review the schedule and the status of work:
-Work or testing accomplished since last meeting
-Rework items identified since last meeting
-Rework items completed since last meeting
• Review the status of subrnittals:
-Subrnittals reviewed and approved since last meeting
-Subrnittals required in the near future
• Review the work to be accomplished in the next two weeks and documentation
required. Schedule the three phases of control and testing:
-Establish completion dates for rework items
-Preparatory phases required
-Initial phases required
-Follow-up phases required
-Testing required
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-Status of off-site work or testing
-Documentation required
• Resolve QC and production problems
• Address items that may require a revision of the QC plan (i.e., changes in
procedures)
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9.0 HANDLING AND STORAGE
9.1 RECEIVING INSPECTION
Equipment and materials received on-site will be inspected to verify compliance with
purchasing documents, drawings, specifications, and procedures. Visual inspection will
also verify that there is no physical damage or missing items. Results of these inspections
will be documented to verify acceptance or rejection by the Project Engineer.
Equipment or materials found to be out of compliance or damaged will be identified and
segregated to prevent use, pending appropriate technical disposition.
9.2 HANDLING
Items being received, placed or removed from storage, or being installed will be handled in a
manner to preclude damage. Equipment will be handled and maintained in accordance
with manufacturer's instructions.
9.3 STORING
Storage areas will have controlled access to prevent unauthorized removal of items.
Maintenance and protection of items will preclude damage, deterioration or contamination.
Withdrawal of items from storage will be documented.
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-SECTION 01210 01220 01220 01220 01300 01300 01300/01310 01300/01520 01300/01392 01300/01370 01300 01300J01440 01310 01350/01520 01350 01360 01360 01380 01380 01390 01390 01390 01390 01390 01391 01391 01392 01440 01440 01505 01505 01520 01520 01665/02210 01668 01700 01700 01720 --- -- -------PARAGRAPH 1.01 1.02A 1.02E 3.01 2.01 3.01A 3.018/2.03 3.0211.02 3.03A/1.04A 3.03A/1.02 3.03A 3.03B/1.04A 2.028/2.02C 2.01/3.02 3.06 1.01A 1.01B 1.03A 1.038 1.03 3.04 3.04C 3.040 3.04E 1.03 2.02 1.048 3.01 3.03 3.03 3.04 1.02 3.03 3.0113.02 1.03 1.01A8 3.02 1.03 ITEM/DESCRIPTION Pre-Construction Conference Notice of Progress Meeting Progress Meeting Minutes Project Progress Charts Submittal Register Project Schedule fOf 60 days Complete Project Schedule Temporary Facibties/1..ocaled in CHSP/CP Air Monitoring Plan Materials Handling Plan SUBMITTAL REGISTER GEIGY CHEMICAL CORPORATION ABERDEEN, NORTH CAROLINA OHM PROJECT NO.: 18868 DUE DATE SUBMITTAL DATE 5 days prior to mobilization INithin 3 days of meeting within 3 days after meeting weekly 06-Jun-96 6105/96 06-Jun-96 6/05/96 21-Jun-96 6/05/96 21-Jun-96 6/14/96 21-Jun-96 6/14/96 21-Jun-96 6/14/96 Construction Health and Safety Plan/Contingency Plan (CHSPICP) 21-Jun-96 6114/96 Construction Quality Assurance Plan (COAP) 21-Jun-96 6114/96 Progress Monthly ReFX)rt/Narrative within 5 days after month Decontamination Plan 21-Jun-96 6114/96 Decontamination Approval of Temporary Decon Pads prior to demobilization Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan (ESCP) 21-Jun-96 6/14/96 Addendums to ESCP prior to modification Photographic Samples prior to mobilization Photographs and Videos at project completion Construction Health and Safety Plan/Contingency Plan (CHSP/CP) 21-Jun-96 6/14/96 CHSP/CP logs and reports when requested Safety and Health Weekly Reports within one week or meeting Incident Report within 24 hours Phase Out Report at end of work Dust Control Plan 21-Jun-96 6/14/96 Alternative Oust Suppresanls if proposed for use NA Air Monitoring Records when requested QA/QC Designee 21-Jun-96 6/14/96 COAP Implementation Reports hen requested or when need~ Mobilization Schedule within 30 days of Mobilization Equipment Decontamination Certification prior lo mobilization Location of Persomel Hygiene Facility/Temporary Facililities Layout 21-Jun-96 6/14/96 Parking Permission 21-Jun-96 6'21/96 Backfilling Notification prior to backfilling Electrical System Test Reports within 30 days of test Project As-Built Drawings final inspection Notice of Project Completion prior to final inspection Project Record Documents completion of field operations RESUBMITTAL DATE 7/zslo, 7fl9/96 7fl9/96 7fl9/96 7/29/96 7/2.9/96 7/29/96 7/30/96 7/2.9/96 7'29/96 7'29/96 7/29/96 ------APPROVAL RESPONSIBLE COMMENT DATE PARTY OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM USEPA review OHM OHM USEPA review OHM USEPAreview OHM USEPA review OHM OHM OHM Geigy OHM NCDEHNR review OHM NCDEHNR review OHM OHM OHM USEPA review OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM None proposed OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM OHM Requires written owner approval OHM/Elec. Sub. OHM OHM OHM
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I RESUME -CECIL GIBB
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CEOLH.GIBB
Regional QA/QC Director
EXPERTISE
Origination and implementation of Quality Assurance /Quality Control programs and plans
EXPERIENCE
Mr. Gibb joined OHM in 1994 with over 20 years experience in QA/QC operations, maintenance,
engineering and construction. He has prepared quality programs and procedures and has
implemented and managed quality programs for clients in both government and private
applications. Mr. Gibb is also experienced in process improvement, industrial hygiene, and
environmental protection.
As Director of Quality Assurance/Quality Control for the Southern Region, Mr. Gibb is responsible
for directing implementation of the Corporate Quality Program in district offices and at project
sites throughout the Region. He provides direction and recommends policy to ensure effective
implementation of quality controls in environmental remediation projects for commercial and
government clients. Mr. Gibb works closely with the Regional Technical and Operations
Management, as well as District Managers to ensure cost effective application of quality control to
meet customer requirements, technical specifications and applicable regulatory requirements. He is
knowledgeable of the following quality standards: DOE 5700.6C, ISO 9000, API-Q1, NQA-1,
OSHA 1910, EPA QAMS-004/80, EPA QAMS-OOS/80, and the proposed EPA Risk Management rule.
Mr. Gibb's experience includes the following:
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Developed and oversees implementation of Quality Program Plans, including Quality
Assurance, Health and Safety, Construction Quality, and Sampling and Analysis Plans, for
three contracts with the U.S. Air Force Center for Environmental Excellence. These plans are
implemented at military installations nationwide.
Developed and oversees implementation of Quality Program Plans, including Contractor
Quality Control and Chemical Data Acquisition Plans, for remediation of military
installations in the Southwest Division performed under the Total Environmental Restoration
Contract (TERC) with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
• Directed the Contractor's Quality Management Program for waste management projects for the
Department of Energy in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
• Project QA Manager for a construction management project involving the design, fabrication,
delivery, installation and testing of a flue gas desulfurization system for a large fossil fuel
fired steam electric system.
• Corporate QA Officer for environmental projects monitored by the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection.
• Provided consulting, training, and marketing for the development, implementation, and
assessment of quality, safety, configuration management, and human resource programs.
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EXPERIENCE -CONTINUED
• Responsible for organizing a city Total Quality Management (TQM) program for the City of
Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Involved organizing a TQM steering committee, training eight process
action teams, and analyzing opportunities for improvement in public organizations, including
public works, engineering, and human resources.
• Director of Quality and Safety, responsible for providing corporate direction and policy
development, and management of the quality, safety, and environmental programs for
contractor operations at a U.S. Air Force installation. Supervised quality engineers, quality
and safety engineers and analysts, environmental engineers, and support personnel. Developed
a Total Quality Management program and implemented a configuration management program.
• Construction QC Supervisor for a large military construction project at a large U.S. Air Force
Base. Responsible for development and implementation of QC Plan, Operations Manual, and
Standard Operating Procedures.
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
A.S., Industrial Management, Motlow State Community College, Tullahoma, Tennessee
Engineering coursework, University of Alabama, University of Tennessee
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
OSHA 40-hour Safety Training
OSHA 8-hour Refresher Training
U.S. Air Force TQM Training
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Quality Control (ASCQ)
National Management Association (NMA)
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
PUBLICATIONS
Gibb, Cecil B., "Lessons Learned -Meeting the Quality Challenge," presented at the Mexican
Association of Mechanical and Electrical Engineers Conference, Veracruz, Mexico, May 1992.
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LABORATORY QUALIFICATIONS
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
OHM REMEDIATION SERVICES
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ANALYTICAL DIVISION -
CHEl\1ISTRY
16406 US Route 224 East
P.O. BOX 1404
Findlay, Ohio 45840
( 419-423-3526)
f1PRJL 1996
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
l.O INTRODUCTfON ..................................................................................................... I
Overvie"· ........................................................................................................ I
History ........................................................................................................... 2 2.0 ANALYTICAL SERVlCES ..................................................................................... 3
Project Ma113gement ...................................................................................... 3
Technical Support .......................................................................................... 4
Sampling Supplies ......................................................................................... 4
Subcontract Services .................................................................................... 4
Data Turn-.¾ound ................................................. . ............................. 4
Deliverables .................................................................................................... 5
Table I -Analytical Capabilities .................................................................. 6
Table 2 -Method References ......................................................................... S
3.0 QUALlTY ASSURANCE ...... , ................................................................................. 9
Quality Assurance Program Plan ................................................................. 10
Standard Operating Procedures ................................................................... IO
Quality Control & Data Review Requirements ........................................... I I
Corrective Action ........................................................................................ 12
Ceni tications ................. ...................................... . ................................. I 3
Table 3 -Certifications. . ....................................... 14
Documentation. . ..................................... I 5
4.0 PROJECT EXPERJENCE ..................................................................................... l6
5 0 FAClLITlES & EQUIPMENT ............................................................................ 22
Facilities ....................................................................................................... 22
Equipment .................................................................................................... 22
Laboratory Information Hanagement Systems (LI ,v!S) ............................. 23
Table 4 -Laboratory floor !'Ian .................................................................. 24
Table 5 -Instrumentation & Equipment ....... .
6.0 LABOR.'\ TORY S.'\fETY.
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1.0 rr1rrRODUCTION
OVERVIE\V
The Anal,1ical Division Chemistry Laboratory of OHM Remediation Services Corp. provides analy1ical services to operations staff in support of fidd remediation activities and to private clients as requested. The Laboratory's mission is dedicated to providing reliable data that contributes to successful field operations and is explained in the follo"ing:
"Provide easy access, high quality, technical support to regional
operatio,,s staff for the monitoring of remedial tecl111ologies applied to
enl'ironnientn! clrallenges, wliic/r 111ecl client expectations and enables
tlre111 tu ,nake confident decisions on re111edia/ effective11ess."
To accomplish the field support mission, the Division laboratory specializes in providing a wide variety of analytical services in response to client's environmental needs. This includes chemical analysis to monitor waste treatment or waste disposal, emergency analysis in response to chemical spill cleanup, and anal)1ical consulting when needed. The majority of these services are provided on an emergency or rapid response basis.
The laboratory produces anal11ical data that meets the requirements of all major environmental regulations. This includes waste characterization, de-listing, land ban, and groundwater analysis under the Resource Consavation & Recover; Act (RCR...-\), site investigations under the Comprehensi,·e Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), PCB in,·estigations under the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), eflluent point source and discharge monitoring under the Ckan Water Act (CWA), drinking water analyses as mandated by· the Safe Drinking Water Act (SOWA), various USA THAM.'\ type analyses including explosives. and the analysis of a wide range of chemicals associated with emergency response operations.
This Statement of Qualifications describes the laboratory operation in detail. It includes inlormation on quality practices, analy1icJI capabilities, equipment, project experience and staffing. The document is intended 10 provide a broad o,·ervicw on the depth of the qualifications of the laboratory. i\forc in depth infom1ation can be provided as needed to support project specific requirements.
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HISTORY
The OHM Analy1ical Division began operations in a mobile laboratory trailer in 1977. Thai laboratory was located on the grounds of the present facili1y and provided rapid tW11around analysis in support of field operations for environmental emergencies. [n 1979 OH1'.·[ purchased the Finnigan Contract Research Group laboratory loca1ed in Cincinnati to expand the company's analytical capabilities. The company combined both the mobile laboratorv and the Cincinnati laboratory in 19S0 into a new 6,000 square foot laboratory at the corporate headquarters located in Findlay, Ohio. During the next five years, the laboratory expanded its scope of operations and continued to acquire more instrumenlation arid personnel. The laboratory's scope of services also changed from limited opera1ions support analyzing samples for a selec1 set of parameters to a full service organization "ith state-of-the-an instrumentation. Personnel also assumed the added distinction of being called upon regularly to perfonn non-routine analysis on a wide range of matrices for potentially dangerous and environmentally signiticant compounds.
In 19S5, OHM Corporation. in response to the growing demand for an:ilytical sennces. opened a new 16,000-square-foot laboratof\· specializing in emergency response environmental analysis in support of field operations. [n 19S6, OHM Corporation merged with Environmental Testing and Certification Corporation (ETC), in Edison, New Jersev and eventually expanded operations to six laboratories which provided easier nation\\'idc access 10 services. In I 99 I fi,·e of the labora1ories were sold and only 1he Findla,· laboralof\· was retained. Since 19S5 the Findlay laboratof\· has continued to expand i1s anal11ical capabilities and now processes o,·er 1,700 samples pa month following regulatof\· methods :ind guidelines.
The laboratory continues to provide high quality, emcrgenc:· tumaround analyses in suppo.1 of field opaations ,,·ith the majoritv of the ana!yses completed and reported to clients within se,·en days. i-\11 laboratof\· opaations activities are coordinated to assure that turnaround and quality objectives are achieved and that client's requirements are satisfied. The management and st:iff are committed to achie,·ing these objec1i,·c::s.
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2.0 AJ','AL YTICAL SERVICES
The A.naly1ical Division has extensive experience in the analysis of a wide variety of sample matrices such as water, soil, waste, sludge, oil, mixed drums, incinerator ash, organic solvents, air, and "ipes. The laboratory perfonns analysis for environmental contaminants as low as part-per-trillion levels and range to gross contaminants from pure product spills in the percent range. Specific analytical capabilities include the follo"ing:
0 Analyses in support of OH M's Bioremediation and Themial Technologies Groups.
0 Waste drum characterization to detem1ine disposal options.
0 Analy1ical support for incinerator pennit test-bums.
0 Analyses in support of site remediation activities to detem1ine the eftectiveness of on-site treatment processes.
0 Development and application of specific analy1ical programs for characterizing listed wastes.
0 i'vfethod development and subsequent analysis for emergency response activities.
0 Analytical support for new technology applied to 1·arious waste minimization and recycling efforts.
The majority of the methods practiced bv rhe laboratory are USE PA referenced methods. Additional method references include Standard iv[ethods, ASTM, NIOSH, and OSH.-\. ,\II methods are applied according to the requirements established by regulatory agencies except where modified according 10 specific data quality objecti,·es or clienr requirements.
The full array of anal)1ical capabilities are detailed in Table I. Multiple method references can be applied to satisty specific progran1 needs. These references are listed in Table 2.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT: The mission of the i-\nal:,tical Division is to provide technical support for remedial acti,·ities that meet the analy-rical objectives of the project and rhc requirements of the region:d operations staff. To accomplish this mission, the laboratory uses a svstematic project management process as ,he communications interface between the field and the laboratory. The project management grour is staffed with experienced anal)1ical che:nists 11'!10 work closely with rhe operations staff 10 identifv project specifications and communicate these specifications and an:d\'lical requirements to the laboratory staff. The group specializes in identifying rk clients analytical needs to assure 1ha1 the laboratory rirovides him "·ith data that can be used 10 ans"·er ckrnical assessment questions that 1•.~re the basis for the analytical investig:ition.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT: The laboratory's technical staff specializes in providing technical support to clients as needed. This includes working ,,ith clients to tailor the anal11ical scope of a field operation to correspond to any non-routine analy1ical or data quality need. Follo\\ing the completion of sample analysis ai1d deli,·ery of data to the client, supervisory staff are available to discuss the results, analytical methodologies employed, and assist in data interpretation if needed. The technical support services are an integral function of the program management function and are tailored to give the support required throughout the duration of a project. I
SAMPLING SUPPLIES: The Anal:1ical Di,·ision routinely arrai1ges for the shipment of sample containers ai1d sample preservatives to clients on an at-cost basis. All containers meet approved EPA cleaning procedures and, whenever possible, are shipped in their original containers as received from the supplier. To assure timely shipping, a minimum of five working days lead time is desired for the laboratory to prepare the materials ai1d arrange for shipping.
SUBCONTRA.CT SERVICES: There may be situations when a client's logistical, sampling. ai1d analy1ical requirements cannot be accommodated by the laboratory because of equipment, staffing, or capacity limitations. There may also be instances, when holding-time (!-IT) constraints dictate that san1ples be oft:loaded to meet the projects data turnaround requirements. Typically, these aiialysis include wet-chemistry parameters such as hexavalent chromium (24hr. HT), BOD (2 Day HT), or biota preparntion (san1e day) prior to anal vsis.
!n subcontracting situations, the Analytical Division laboratory retains the responsibility for assuring that the analysis was rerforn1ed correctly and meets the quality requirements of the client. Prior to subcontracting, the subcontractors Quality .-\ssur:mce program is reviewed to assure that ongoing quality practices confonn to the standards of OH\•!. Clients arc akays infom1ed of the need to subcontract before samples are shipped to the subcontract laboratory. Finally, subcontract data is thoroughly reviewed by the Analytical Division or sub lab before it is delivered to the client.
DATA TURN-AROUND: Tum-around-time is the interval between receipt of a san1pk, in a condition suitable for analysis, and the date the data is deliver·2cl to the client. The laboratory is capable of providing several le,·els of tum-around services rilllging from verbal data in a matter oi' hours to routine service (7-1~ dav) Cor ongoing monitoring programs. Estimated delivery dates arc established at the time oi' order rlacement. The dates arc based on the projected date ofsamrle arri,·al, the client's needs, or an established regulatory requirement. The s:unrlc matrix and complexity of the methods required arc ke1· factors in establishing turnaround commitments.
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DELIVER;\BLES: Each order placed for ana111ical services results in the production of a
complete technical report. The laboratory provides a full range of deliverable packages
ranging from a simple tabular summary of results data to a USEPA Contract Laboratory
Program (CLP) style deliverable. A tabular summary of results data, method references,
quality control results, and sample information, including chain-of-custody records are
included in all standard technical reports produced by the laboratory. All technical reports
and associated raw data are archived in secure storage for a period of seven years. The
laboratory also provides data in electronic fomiat that can be do\\11loaded to the Client's
computer via modems, the fntemet or delivered in a specialized format on diskettes.
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'TABLE 1 -ANALYTICAL CAPABILITIES
I. ORGANICS -GCIMS
Volatile Organics-S240/S260
Acid & Base!Neutra!s -S:!70
Pestic ides/PCBs-S270
PCB-Selective Ion Monitoring (SIM)
NIST Mass Spectral Data Base Library Search
Pecroleum Refine[)' \Vaste-VO.-\
Petroleum Refinery Waste-Exrractab!es
TCLP-Volatiles
TCLP-Extractables
California List (Appendix 111)-Volatiles
California List (,\ppendix 111)-E.\tractables
Spe:.ific Non-rour::1~ analyses by request
II. ORGANICS-GCIHPLC
Purgeable Halocarbons-60 I /SO I O/S021
Purgeabk Halocarbons-602/S020/S02 I
Non-Halogenated Volatile Organics-SO I 5
Phenols-60-l/8040
Chlorinated Pesticides & PCBs-608/SOSO/SOS IA
Polynuc!ear Aromatic Hydrocarbon-
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Chlorinated H>·droc:irbons-6 t ::US 120
Organophosph:1tc Pesticides-6 ! -US! 40
Chlorinated P!l::noxy Herbicides-61 j/S 1.50
BTXE
EPTOX Pesticides
EPTOX Herbicides
TCLP Pesticides
TCLP Herbicides
Califomia List (Appendix Ill) Pesticides.'PCBs
Ca!ifomia List (Appendix Ill) H::rbicides
California LUr-T
USA THAM,\ Explosives by HPLC-S330
Gasoline Range Organics (GRO)
Diesel rang:: Org,:inics (ORO)
FOO I • F005 Waste Solvents
Specific non-routine analyses by r~qu:.:st
III. INORGANICS-WET CHEMISTRY
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Alkalinity
Ammoni:i
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Cyanides
D::nsity
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P::rro!eum Hydrocarbons
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Phosphate, Total
Phosphate, Or1ho
Phosphorus
R:::acciv~ Cyanide
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Solids. Tow!
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TABLE 1 -ANALYTICAL CAPABILITIES (Continued)
IV. INORGANICS METALS
ICAP Mmls
Furnace Metals
Flame Metals
CLP Metals
Mercury (Cold Vapor)
Specific non.routine analyses by reques(
V. W.-1STE ANALYSES
EPTOX E"raction
EPTCX Pa·,am::ters
TCLP Extraction
TCLP Parcmecers
Physical Compatibility
Chemical Compatibility
Disposal Parameters
Flashpoint
Jgnirnbility
Corrosiviry
Reactivity
Synthetic Prc::cipitacion Leaching Procedure (SPLP)
Multiple E.waction Procedure (~IEP)
1Vl EP Par2.mecers
C::ilifomia \Vet and associated STLC Par:i.m~ti:rs
Californi.:i TTLC Parameters
VI SPECl.~L C!-IE:\IISTRY
Method Development
!ncincra1or Permining Analyses
Client Sp-eci1ic Pesticide & Herbicide Analyses
VII. ELECTRONIC D.-1 TA DE!.IVER.-\13LES
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TABLE 2. METHOD REFERENCES
ASTi\'1
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NIOSH
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SW-8-16
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American Society for Testing and ,'.,fateria!s, 19S5, edition.
lv!ethodsfor Chemical Analysis of Water and Wastes, April 1979 and
Update# I t--•!arch l 983.
USEPA Contract Laboratory Program, Document #OLMO3.0, update
August ! 994 #OLMO3. I and Document #!Uv!O4.0.
USE PA Methods for the Determination of Organic Compounds in
Drinking /Yater, EPA-600/4-SS/039 July 1991 and Supplement II
(EP tV600/R.-92-I 29) August I 992.
USl PA Test Me1hods for Organic Chemical Analysis of 1'v!1111icipal and
!nduslrial Was1e1rnter, 40CFR, 136, APP.A. July 1992.
Na1iona/ fns1inlle for Occupa1ional Safely and Hea/1h, 3rd edition, 19S4.
Swndard Me1hods for £he Examina1io11 of /Ya1er and IVas1ewa1er, 18th
edition, 1992 .
Spa! Tesls /11 Organic Analysis, 7th edition, 1966.
Tes£ Me//wds for Evaluming Solid Was/es. Physical/Chemical Me//,ods,
3rd edition. Updates I and II, September 1986 to Janu~ry 1995.
This method was modified to incorporate the use of Boron Trifluoride
(BF3) as the derivatizing reagent according to Method 6640 in SMEW!V,
I 8th edition, 1992.
/Fasle Ex1rac1ian Test, Title 22, Section 66261.126 Appendix 2 of the
California Administrati,·e Code, i\fay 1991.
California Leaking Underground Fuel Tank Field Manual, October 1989.
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3.0 QUALITY ASSUR~NCE
The :\nalytical Division's Quality Assura,7ce Program is designed to assure that analytical
data of kno"n quality, meeting the quality objectives of the analy1ical method in use and
the data user's requirements are consistently produced in the laboratory. This assurance
enables the data user to make rational, confident, cost effecti,·e decisions on the assessment
and resolution of environmental problems.
The objective of the laboratory QA program is to provide the management staff 'vith data
quality and operational feedback data. This enables them to detem1ine if the laboratory is
achieving the established quality and operational standards ,vhich are dictated by the client
or established by regulation. The infom1ation provided to management through the QA
progran1 is used to assess operational performance from a quality perspective and to perform corrective action as necessary.
The QA program consis,s of specific elements which are essential to the operation of a
laboratory performing regulatory analytical chemistry. These elements provide the
fran1eworh: for specific QA elements.
The QA program is managed by the QA Ofticer who reports directly to the Director of the
Analytical Division. The Director and QA Officer are responsible for designing a program which meets the established quality assurance objectives.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN
The laboratory Quality Assurance Plan (LQAP) describes the specific quality activities that are required when executing any task related to sample handling. sample analysis, data reduction, and results assessment that occur as part of routine daily laboratory activities.
The plan is based on the requirements of QAMS-005/S0, "Interim Guidelines and Specifications for Preparing Quality Assurance Project Plans" published by the United
States Environmental Protection Agency. The plan reflects all quality requirements and procedures that are unifom1ly employed throughout the laboratory.
The QA.P contains detailed operational requirements for the following:
◊ Organization and Responsibility
0 QA Objectives
0 Sampling and Sample Custody
0 Calibration Procedures and Frequency
0 Anal)1ical Procedures
0 Data Reduction, Validation and Reporting
0 Quality Control Checks
0 System and Perfom1ance Audits
0 Pn:venti,·e Maintenance and Correcti,·e Action
0 Precision, Accuracy, and Completeness Assessments
0 Corrective Action
0 QA Reports to Management
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Specific details or all operational tasks pcrfonnccl at the laboratory arc described in standard operating procedures (SOr). SOi's arc required for any activity related to sample handling,
sample analysis, data reduction, and results assessment. All analytical methods employed
by the laboratory arc detailed in SOi's.
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The SOP is a detailed procedure that defines the analy1ical process as it is being performed in the laboratory. Bench chemists assure that method criteria is being achieved by adhering
to the requirements of laboratory SOPs,
SOPs are also used as a basis for documenting training. The technical staff verifies that they have read and understand the contents of a specific SOP employed within their area of operational responsibility. Ongoing training and auditing to conformance assures regulatory criteria are consistently met.
QUALITY CONTROL AND DATA REVIE\V REQUIREMENTS
A key objective of the laboratory quality assurance program is to prevent data errors from occurring. Error prevention is accomplished by measuring specific anal11ical parameters
as indicators of data quality. Each analyst who participates in sample analysis is responsible for confirming that the data quality indicators meet established acceptance criteria. Data which does not meet the method acceptance criteria is flagged at the earliest point in the analytical process. Corrective action and re-analysis of affected samples 1s perfom1ed to ensure that unacceptable data is not used in decision making processes.
The laboratory uses a formal data review and approval program which is designed to verify that all data quality and reporting criteria have been achieved. The progran1 includes illl initial review and analyst signature verifying that all method criteria have been achieved.
The completed package is re,·ie"·cd by a supervisor to verify the outcome of the initial
analyst review. The project manager performs a detailed review of the completed package. The laboratory manager has final responsibility for verifying that all levels of review ha,·e been performed.
Internal quality control programs are employed to assure that quality criteria have been achieved for all analysis. This program begins \\ith the bench analysts who are responsibk
for achieving the quality criteria of the method. The analyst is also responsible for performing all corrective activities in cases when the criteria are not achieved. Management
assists analysts \vith the corrective action as necessary.
The data for quality parameters arc routinely monitored by the quality assurance officer. These monitoring activities arc designed to ensure that the criteria for all qw1lity parameters
is being achieved and to ensure that the dai2 trends arc not indicative of chronic laboratory
deficiencies. The quality assurill1ce officer initiates corrcc1i,·c action investigations when
quality parameters indicate that deficiencies may exist.
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Quality parameters which are regularly used as indicators of method performance include
the following:
◊ Laboratory Control Samples (LCS or Blank Spike)
◊ Matrix Spike and Matrix Spike Duplicate Samples
◊ Relative Percent-Difference Determinations
◊ Surrogate Recovery Limits for Organic Analyses
◊ Post Spike Recovery Limits for Metals Analyses
Method performance data is maintained in a QC data base. Each regulatory program method is tracked independently by matrix \\·ithin the database as follows:
◊ Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
◊ Clean Water Act
◊ Safe Drinking Water Act
◊ Contract Laboratory Program
◊ Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center (Navy)
CORRECTIVE ACTION
The laboratory operates a fom1al corrective action program for identifying and rectifying
deficiencies that are sources of errors or non-conformances in anal11ical laboratory processes. The objective of this program is to ensure that process deficiencies are identified
and eliminated. Corrective action includes fomial and informal processes.
Jnfomrnl corrective action is employed by the bench analyst in situations where the process requiring correction is "ithin the scope oi' their job responsibilit,·. Informal correcti,·c
action is an ongoing component of the analytical procedures used for sample analysis or data reporting. ,
Formal corrective action is employed for dct1cicncics that have been identified through internal observations, product rc,·isions, audit findings, dat:1 rc,·iew findings, quality action requests (Qi-\R), and performance evaluation results. The fomial process follows a defined path,,·ay th3l describes the steps !or initiation, implementation ancl verification. It employs
a formal procedure for developing a written solution to the problem which c~n be
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incorporated into routine laboratory procedures. The solution 1s communicated to all
persons employing the procedure.
Formal corrective action-processes are tracked by the Quality Assurance Officer who
monitors and guides the process until the issue is resolved. The laboratory manager is responsible for remedial design and implementation of corrective action items. The quality
assurance officer monitors the implemented corrective action to assure laboratory compliance.
CERTIFICATIONS
Laboratory certification is an essential operational requirement for analytical programs
which involve state and federal regulatory agencies. Private and regulatory agency
certification progran1s conrnin many di,·erse operational requirements that may differ
substantially bet,reen certifying agencies. The nature of OHi'vl's business dictates that the
laboratory maintain an extensive list of regulatory agency cenificntion programs.
Certification progran1 management tasks include program administration, performance
evaluation sample management, hosting of site audits, and managing corrective action
responses for audits or performance evaluation deficiencies. The management tasks for
certifications programs are perfom1ed by the QA officer.
The .'\nalytical Division laboratory must be cenified by the regulatory agencies that
maintain jurisdiction over the analysis being performed. The certification process consis1s
of a rigorous qualification process that must be completed bdore certification is granted.
The typical certification progran1 consists of the follo"ing elements:
◊ On-site audit b,· regulmory agencies
◊ Proficiency Evaluation sample analysis
◊ Method Detection Limit and Precision & Accuracy studies
◊ Evaluation of Management Experience
The Analytical Division laboratorv main1ains certification by more than twenty five
agencies including a USO.-\ pem1it to impon soils. i\ complete list is detailed in Table 2.
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TABLE 3. LABOR~TORY CERTIFICATIONS
STATE AGENCY I CERTIFICATION#
Alabama ADEM 40830
California CA.DOH 117S
Colorado CODOH OHi 13
Connecticut CDPH & AS Pl-1-0 I 54
Delaware DEHSS OHi 13
Kansas KSDHE E-202 AND E-1173
Louisiana LADOHH 92-10
ivJaryland MDDHMH 210
Massachusetts 1'IADEP i'vl-OH 113
New Jersey NJDEPE 74603
New York NYDOH 10712
North Carolina NCDEM 392
Ohio OHEP.'\ OHi 13
Oklahoma OKDEQ 9216
Pennsyh·ania PADER I GS-450
South Carolina SCDEHNR I 92002
Tennessee Th'DOl-1/ThDEC I 297S
Utah UTDOH I E-2S8
Virginia V.ADGS I 00011
Washington WADOE CI 54
Wisconsin WIDNR 999037160
Validated by:
o US Army Corps of Engineers ...... Chemical ;\nal,·sis in Various Matrices
Appro,·:ds:
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Quality Assurance 1'1211 i.c930034G
Chemical Analysis/Varied Matrices
Permit for Importing Soils
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DOCUMENTATION
The laboratory operates and maintains a documentation syscem for all laboratory-related
information. This system ensures that all information related ro data production activities is coded, tracked, logged, and archived and is capable of being retrieved on demand. Documentation systems are maintained for the follo"ing elements:
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analytical data produced in the facility can be retrie,·ed during the holding period
required by law. This system is employed for all final data reports and raw data stored on magnetic media.
Archive facilities have been designed for limited access. Fonnal control procedures
have been established for tracking the remo,·al and return ot·archived information.
Standards. A documentation system is maim2.ined that demonstrates the traceability of all standard reference materials. Complete documentation is required
for any standard that is prepared in the laboratory. The documentation system
includes the follo,1ing items: lot number of the materials used, manufacturer, purity,
date prepared, expiration date, concentration, balance used (if any) and the initials of the person preparing the standard.
SOPs. Copies of all approved SOPs are maintained b,· the quality assurance group.
SOP copies are also maintained in the laborarory to ensure accessibility by the
analyst. SOPS are identified by a unifonn coding system which enables them to be identified by date ofre\'ision, and re"ision number.
Ccriification Data. All information related to laboramry certification programs is maintained in quality assurance. Information rdated to program administration,
program type, audits, audit responses, perfom1ance e\'aluations, and performance
evaluation responses are also retained.
Laboratory Chronicles and Logbooks. A system for tracking and controlling
laboratory logbooks and chronicles is also maintained. The quality assurance group
retains the primary responsibility for this task. The process consists of specific
procedures for issuing and archiving these documcnls.
iVIcthod Validation and Detection Limit Studie~. c\n archiving system is in place
for the data which is generated during method ,·a\idation and detection limit studies.
This sys tern ensures that the study data is arc hi vcd i" an organized fashion which
facilitates retrievability and interpretation.
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4.0 PROJECT EXPERIENCE
The Analy1ical Division Chemistry Laboratory provides services for over 700 projects annually, routinely analyzing more than 1,700 samples per month. The laboratory perfom1s an average of eight different analytical tests on each sample, delivering 47% of the data within a tumarow1d of I co 6 days. Follo\\ing are brief synopsis's of selected projects performed by the laboratorv which demonstrate the laboratory's capability.
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United States Army Corps of Engineers
Western Region
Superfund Clean-up
In support of a ckan-up effort, the Analytical Division laboratory
analyzed over 300 samples for 2,4'-DDT, 2.4'-DDD, 2,4,DDE, 4,4'-
DDT, 4,4 '-ODD and 4' ,4-DDE. Over 70 percent of these samples
were confirmation samples from excavated pits and required a two to
three day tum-around-time.· An a,·erage of 20 samples per day were
delivered co the laboratory for rapid turnaround analysis. Analyses
were completed and data was submitted on time. A USEPA Contract
Laboratorv Progran1 (CLP) deliverable package was provided for this
project.
Na,·al Facilities Engineering Services Center
Nonh Carolina
Building Decon/Site Remediation
In support of an ongoing site remediation project, the Ana111ical
Division Laboratory perfom1ed analyses on waters, soils and wipe
samples. Over 250 samples were analyzed for Total ancl Amenabk
Cyanide, RCPv\ Characterization, Full TCLP :·\nalysis, TCL Volatiles,
Semi-volatiles, Pesticides/PCBs and TAL ,v!etals. NFESC Level C
and Level D deli,·erables \\·ere provided for this project.
Naval Facilities Engineering Services Center
Nonh Carolina
Site Remediation
In support of an ongoing sit-~ remediation the :-\nalytical Division Laboratory perfom1ed analyses on water and soil matrices for o,·cr 350
samples. Analyses included RCRA Charactcriwtion, TCLP .'\nalysis,
TCL Volatiles, Scmi-volatiks, Pcsticides/l'C!3s and T1\L Metals.
NFESC Level C rcponablcs \\Cre required on a portion of this project.
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United States Army Corps of Engineers
Iowa
Site Remediation
Pesticides analyses was performed to support a site remediation at a pesticides blending operation on a US Military installation. The laboratory perfom1ed quality control analysis on select samples to check the accuracy of an immunoassay screen that was being used in the field. Matrix interferences dramatically affected the
immunoassay's reliability. Consequently, all analysis was performed by the Analytical Division laboratory on a 24 hour tum-around-time.
Twenty to thirty samples per day were analyzed by the laboratory over a two week period. Data was provided to the site within the required time frame.
Major Oil Pipeline Company
Southwest
Remedial Investigation
Over a six month period, more than 1,000 soil sample were analyzed to determined the extent of an oil spill. Analyses included Total Cyanide,
Volatile Organics, Metals and Total Petro!eum Hydrocarbons.
United States Army Corps of Engineers
Illinois
On-Site Remediation
The Division laboratory provided analyrical support for the remediation
of lead contaminated soil. Over 2,200 sa-nples were analyzed for Total and TCLP lead on a 24 to 48 hour tum-around-time basis for a 6 month period.
Naval Facilities Engineering Services Center (NFESC)
Virginia
Site Closure
The Di,·ision laboratory provided disposal characterization analyses for
174 sa-nples. Analytical testing included Total TCLP, Total Volatiles
and Semi-volatiles, pesticides/PCBs, l'vba!s and Explosives by HPLC.
Contract Laboratory Program protocol was followed and NFESC Level C report packages were provided. Th~ report packages were validared by an independent data validato:.
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United States Army Corps of Engineers
Florida
Site Remediation
The Division laboratory provided ana111ical testing on over 1,300
samples of various matrices. Analytical testing included full TCLP
analyses, RCR.A Characterizations, Total Priority Pollutants and Total
Recoverable Petroleum Hydrocarbons.
United States Army Corps of Engineers
South Carolina
Underground Storage Tank and Pipeline Removal
The Division laboratory perfom1ed sample analyses on over 1,500
samples. Analytical testing included Total Recoverable Petroleum
Hydrocarbons (TRPH), Benzene, Toluene & Xylenes, TCLP Metals,
TCLP Volatiles, TCLP Semi-volatiles, Total Semi-volatiles and Total
Petroleum Hydrocarbons California (TPHC) LUFT by GC. The
laboratory smoothly functioned in a consulting role with the client and
the state of South Carolina when conflicts concerning TRPH and the
modified TPHC by GC methodologies required resolution.
United States Army Corps of Engineers
Washington
Site Remediation
The Division laboratory provided explosives analysis via EPA 1vlethod
S330 on over 400 samples in support of a sire remediation.
MAJOR ELECTRONICS CO1v!PANY
New York State
Emergency ResponsefK.apid Turnaround
Groundwater, soil, and sediments were analyzed for trace level (1 ppb)
organics. This project required expedited turnaround time, including
24-hour service for up to 30 samples per day.
MAJOR OIL PIPELINE CO~·!!' ANY
Eastern Seaboard
Emergency Response/Rapid Turnaround
The Division laboratory pcrforn1ed several hundred PCB analyses on
contaminated soil sampks on a 72-hour turnaround schedule to support
remediation acti,·ities at multiple fuel pumping stations.
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FORTUNE 100 CHEtvfICA.L COMPA,"iY
Soutilwest
S1'1U Investigation
The Division laboratory provided ana111ical support during tile
investigation of several solid waste management units at several
chemical treatment facilities. Multi-media analyses were performed to
classify and assess the contamination extent for closure under the
Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendment of 1986 (HSWA).
MAJOR CHEMICAL i'v!ANUFACTURING F.AC!LITY
West Virginia
Disposal of Decontamination Residues and Wash Water
The Division laboratory provided support during an ongoing field
operation, perfom1ing analyses to facilitate disposal of 750,000 gallons
of contaminated wash water and 3,000 drums of contaminated solids,
sludges, and organic liquids. Major site contaminants ,vere toluene
diisocyanate, dichlorobenzene, toluene diamine, phosgene,
dinitrotoluene, formaldehyde, corrosive organic liquids, and mercury.
MAJOR PAINT MANUFACTURER
Ohio
Emergency Response/Long Term Monitoring
Analysis was performed to support emergency disposal and remedial
acti,·ities at a 4-acre \\·arehousc facilitv. During the two month
emergency, 2,747 samples were analyzed for volatilc:s in on-site lab
trailers. The Division laboratory performed disposal analysis for the
remo,·al of 11,000 cubic yards of hazardous and non-ha2ardous
materi2.ls and over 100 million gallons o(contaminated groundwater.
MAJOR PETROLEUM PIPELINE
Northwest Ohio
Emergency Response
The laboratory performed emergency response analysis 24 hours per
day for three weeks analyzing water sarnples in response to a broken
toluene pipeline which was contaminating a major city's water intake.
USEP.A (ERCS)
West Virginia
Superfond Cleanup
Several hundred unknown samples "·~re analyzed to detcnninc
compatibility groups for bulking and dispos,li in support of a site
assessment. Over 30 \vastc streams \':~re id::::ntified ranging from
mercaprnns lO pure sodium metal using th~ data from these analysis.
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New York State
Superfund Cleanup
Analysis was performed for the characterization of 2,500 drums of
hazardous material during a site cleanup. The bulking scheme
developed from the data resulted in the generation of 59 separate
hazardous waste streams for complete disposal analysis.
MAJOR RA.IL TRANSPORTER
Pennsylvania
Emergency Response/Site Remediation
Over three hundred soil and water samples were analyzed during a 45-
day period in response to a major train derailment involving mineral oil
and diethylene glycol. Sample analysis was required "ithin 24 hours
from receipt to monitor recovery well efficiency and determine the extent of soil contamination.
MAJOR WASTE INCINERATOR
Illinois
Incinerator Permining
The Division laboratory conducted TCLP and Priority Pollutant
analysis on over I 00 incinerator ash and feed samples to prove the
efficiency of the client's incinerator for an independent commercial
proJect.
rv!AJOR STEEL MILL
Brazil
Emergency Response/Site Cleanup
.--'\nal)1ical suppon \\·as provided in response to an industrial emergency
in Brazil involving cleanup of a 2-million-square-foot steel mill that
had been contaminated through improper use of an extremely toxic rat
poison, sodium fluoroacetate. The laboratory modified and validated a
USDA method for the poison and analyzed ova 1,000 dust, "1pe, and
soil samples over a four week period to determine the extent of conta'11ination and ,·erify the effectiveness of the remedial effort.
United States Am1y Corps of Engineers
Holbrook, Massachusws
Site Remediation
The Division laboratory analyzed o,·cr 150 water samples for Arsenic.
Lead. Total Suspended Solids, and pl-I on a 24-hour turnaround time
basis. The Laboratory also perfom1ed analysis on more than fifty solid
samples for volatiles, pesticides, and semi,·olatilc organics. The
laboratory continues to pcrfom1 sample analyses in support of this
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MAJOR STA TE REMEDIATION
Michigan
Incineration
The Division laboratory provided 24-hour turnaround for PCB and
EPTOX metals on residual ash generated during incineration of site
contaminants. The laboratory analyzed more than 1,000 samples,
delivering on-time dara at a rate which exceeded 99%. Wastewater
treatment samples were analyzed on a 48-hour turnaround basis for Base/Neutral acids, ,·olatiles, and PCB organics.
US ARJvlY CORPS OF ENGfNEERS
Holbrook, MA
Trial Burn
The Analytical Division Laboratory analyzed ash and water samples
for Volatiles, Semi-volatiles, Pesticides and Metals in suppon of the stan up of the on-site incineration unit. The data which was
generated on the initial burns was used to demonstrate the incinerators
ability to operate within required specifications. All data was
reviewed and accepted by both the USEPA and USCACE .
CLEVE REBER
Sorrento, LA
Trial Burn
OHM's Analytical Division analyzed ash, water and air samples for
Volatiles, Semi-volatiles, Pesticides and i'vletals during a trial burn for
an on-site incinerator. The data was used to demonstrate the
efficiency of the on-site incineration unit.
USEPA
Cantor, MS
On-Site Remediation
OHM's Analytical Division assisted in the development of sampling
and analytical techniques of bio-reactor slurries to generate
consistent, reproducible data to demonstrate the efficiency of
bioreactors to support an on-site bio-remediation project. Once the reactors were on line, the laboratory analyzed slurry samples to
monitor the efficiency of the system. O,·er the course of the project,
the laboratory analvzed upproxirnately I 000 samples over a four year
period for Polynuckar .'\rornatic Hydrocarbons (PAI-ls),
Pentachlorophenol and 2,3 ,4 ,6-Tetrachlorophcnol by USE!' i.\ Method
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5.0 FACILITIES & EQUIPl\1E1'i7'
FACILITIES
The Analy1ical Division Laboratory occupies an area of approximately 17,000 square feet which includes 12,600 square feet of dedicated laboratory space. The laboratory space is subdivided into individual rooms according to their function. The floor plan has been designed to maximize labor efficiency and prevent the spread of laboratory contamination. A flexible design approach was incorporated into each of the individual laboratory rooms and the laboratory in its entirety to accommodate the broad variation of analytical applications, workloads, and matrix types which are frequently encountered. A floor plan of the laboratory is found in Figure 3.
The environmental controls "ithin the laboratory were designed to address samples that contain environmental contaminants ranging from parts per trillion (ppt) to percent level concentrations. The airflow between individual laboratories is computer controlled. Each of the sample preparation laboratories is maintained at negative pressure to assure that chemical vapors, which could cause cross contamination do not escape the area. The make-up air in each laboratory is controlled to maintain a constant temperature. The laboratory floor is coated with a seamless, resin surface to facilitate spill clean-up and minimize the potential for permanent contamination. Each of the laboratories contains an eyewash station and a safety shower. A reverse osmosis deionized (DI) water system (Milli-Q) is installed throughout the laboratory. Individual DI delivery points are equipped ,,ith final filters and polishers and are located throughout facility. Laboratory gases are manifolded and distributed to the laboratory from a centralized storage room in the rear of the laboratory work areas. Utility provided electrical power is filtered to nom1alize spikes and voltage fluctuations. A backup generator is in place to supply electrical po"·er to the facility if the public supply fails. The system is equipped \\ith a battery backup to smooth the transition to the back-up generator. Full power can be restored to the laboratory \\ithin two seconds of a power interruption.
EQUIPMENT
The Ana111ical Division maintains sufficient, state of the art, analytical instrumentation to meet the rigorous demands of the client base and satisfy delivery timeliness objectives. Funherrnore, the Division is committed to continuing im·estments in new technologies to maintain its standing as a state of the art laboratory, contribute to lower labor costs, and increase throughput capacity. The laboratory currently maintains a capital investment in automated analytical instrumentation and computers which exceeds S2 million. A list of key analytical instrumentation may be found in Table 4.
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LABOR4-TORY INF0&\1A TION MANAGEMENT S'i"STEMS (LIMS)
Rapid expansion of the A.na111ical Division laboratory from a field suppor1 operation into a full service laboratory resulted in increasingly complex logistics for sample and data tracking. These complexities dictated the need to incorporate sophisticated computer
suppor1 into all aspects of the laboratory operation.
The current LIMS is an integrated system of data handling hardware which perforrns data calculations and manages the logistical functions of sample rracking and invoicing. The system enables laboratory personnel to calculate analytical results and quality control data and deterrnine sample status for every sample managed by the laboratory, beginning with san1ple log-in, through data calculation, and ending with repor1 generation.
The laboratory uses an Hewlert Packard 3000 series microcomputer to manage the large volume of complex data generated by the laboratory. The ability of the system to instantaneously access inforrnation on the status of any sample in the laboratory is key to accomplishing the rapid turnaround objective. As laboratory data is processed through the system, QC data are calculated and compared to established method limits and experimentally derived in-house limits. Analysis can evaluate QC dala prior to final review
either on a computer screen or on hard copy, preliminary data tables .. Any QC measurement which does not meet estaolished quality criteria is automatically flagged for analyst review. This enables the analyst to take timely corrective action at the earliest point in the analytical process. Because final data is calculated by the system, errors in calculations are dramatically reduced and L"le possibility of transcription errors is virrually eliminated. The "multi-tasking," "multi-programming" mainfran1e syslcm allows authorized users access to the san1e data from numerous laboratory locations simultaneously. Complex security systems prevent unauthorized access to data through a multi-level security regiment which is designed to maintain the integrity and confidentiality
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FIGURE 3. LA.BORA.TORY FLOOR PLAN
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TABLE 5. INSTRUMENTATION & EQUIPMENT
MA NUF,,CTURER MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION
Hewlert Packard 5970B 2 GC/?v!SD, Tekmar LSC-2000/20 I 6 autosampler. Hewlert Packard 5970B GC/MSD, HP 7673A autosampl<r, EPC. Hewlert Packard 5972 GC/MSD, HP 7673A autosampler, EPC. Hewlert Packard 5S90 II GC, 2 Hall ELCD, HP 7673A autosamplers, EPC. Hewlen Packard 5S90 GC, dual FID detectors, dual HP 7673A autosamplcr. Hewlert Packard 5S90 GC-F!D, PID/FID detectors, HP 7673A autosampler. Hewlen Packard 5S90 GC-Hall ELCD/PID detectors, Tekmar LSC 2000/2016 ,\LS Hewlert Packard 5S90 GC -Hall ELCD/PID detectors. Tekmar LSC 2000/2016 ALS Hewlett Packard 5S90 II GC,dual ECD detectors with EPC. Hewlert Packard 5S90 4 GC -Dual ECD detectors. HP 7673A autosamplers Hewlert Packard 5S80 I GC -Nitrogen/Phosphorous (NPD) and FID detectors. Hewlell Packard 5S80 GC -Dual ECD detectors.
Hewle11 Packard 1090 HPLC -diode nrrJy UV d::t::cwr and tluorc:sc::nce dt!tector. Tracor 565 GC • FID, PIO/HALL ELCD, Tckmor LSC-2000/2016 ALS Tracor 565 GC -FID, PID detectors. Tekmar LSC-2, w/10 port ALS. Tracor 540 3 GC -Hall ELCD detectors, HP 7673A auwsampler. Tracor 560 GC -Dual Fl D detectors. Dionex 45001 Ion Chromatograph/conductivicy/variab!e UV deteccors. ABC Laboratories 10002 GPC -ISCO 22S absorbance detector. Them10 Jarrell Ash ICAP-61 Simultaneous 1CP emission spec, 36 chann::ls, autosamplc:r. Perkin Elmer 5100 AA spectrophocometer, Ze:=man. tlamt!IGF, aucosampkr . Perkin Elmer 4 !00ZL AA spectrophocomecer, Z::::man. flame/GF. autosampli::r. Leeman Labs PS200 Mercury analyzer with J. Le::man 112-;4:20.:.! aurnsamplc:1. ~·la er son 2020 Fou,i:::r transform infrJrtd spccirophocometi.:r (fT/R). B&L Spemonic 20D 2 Ulciavio!et/visible (UV) sp~crrophowm:::cc:r. Dohm,ann SI To1J/ Organic Carbon (TOC) 2n:ily2:.:r. Mettler PM-600 2 Top loading balance. 1'vlctt k:r PM-460 Top loading balance. 1'v!enkr PE-3600 Top loading balance.
Menier BB-300 Top loading b.:ilancc:. ASP 200P Top loading balance. Menier A T-250 Analytical balance. ivlenlcr AE-200 r\nal;,1icJ! balance.
Menier A[-160 Anal:1ical balance. Parr 1563 Bomb calorim:rer.
Bc:ckman pHl-10 pH meter, ponablc.
Beckman pHl-72 pH meter with ISE (Fluoride ekmodc). NEY 2-52j 1\..lufll.: furn:icc.
GCA Equnth:.:~:.1 Drying oven VWR 1350 3 Drying oven ASP DX-5S Drying oven
Neslab Gl'-400 Wa1·cr bath, hea1cd (Hg). Napco 202 \V.11::r b.:ith. heated. Precision 1S4 \Va1c1 bath. hcau.:d.
Organommion 112 3 N-EV.-11'.
He~H Systems \V-JS5 ,1 Sonic::Hor.
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TABLE 5. INSTRUMENTATION & EQUIPMENT (cont'd)
MANUFACTURER MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION
Lars Lande jk939B 3 TCLP tumblers, IO position.
Associated Design 374012BRE ZHE tumbler, 12 position.
Environni~n,:il Design NIA s Le:lchare pressure filtration unirs.TCLP ZHE unirs. Bally NIA Walk-in sample cooler ( I j' X IS').
ER.DCO 0ISF 2 Semtlash Flash Point Tester.
Precision NIA Pensky-Mnrrens Flash Point Tesl~r. YSI -o J_ Conductance merer.
Vnrious manuf. NIA j Explosion-proof refrig.:ri:!tors.
Various manuf. NIA 3 Refrigerators.
Various manuf. NIA 77 Hotplates.
Exrraccors various 11 S Soxhlet.
Extractors v::irious 12 Concinuous liquid-liquid.
Exrracrors Coming 10 One-Seep.
Hewlett Packard 937LX L1:v1S i\-lini cornpuccr/32 mr:gs memory/32 user/i',·1PE/iX V :!.O Hiewlen Packard 7937XP 2 Disc drives (Eagli:). j 71 mega byre capJciry. Hewlen Packard 6000 2GB SCSI mass storage sys:em. Hewlett Packard j9S70C HP-I000A-400, GC/1..C data system, Aquarius softwore Hewlett Packard 71 jlj0 3 HP-UX worksi'.ation, Ch::::mS:::rvtr.
Various manuf. 2S6 3 P.:rsonal computer.
Gateway 1000 4S6 4 Personal computer, 66MHz. Gateway 2000 4S6 9 Personal computer, 33MHz.
Gate\vay :2000 Pentium 2 Persona! computer, I00MHz., with laser prinrers Hewlett Packard 11/11D .j Laser Jct laser printer. Hewlert Pad;:Jrd 4S1 3 Las::::r Jct lasa printr.:r.
Hew!eu Packard 1200c Ink Jct color printer.
Hew let! PJckard 5SS0A Chromamgraphy lnlegrator.
Hew!en PackJrd 3300 Ii Chromatography lntegr;;iwrs.
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6.0 L.-c\BOR,:\.TORY SAFETY
The objective of the laboratory safety program is to assure that individuals have been trained to protect themselves from the hazards associated ,,ith employment in a chemistry
laboratory. Management has the responsibility to protect employees from the unsafe practices of co-workers and to protect the company from the liabilities associated "ith unsafe practices that have the potential to result in injuries. Accordingly, it is imperative that all laboratory employees understand the necessity of workplace safety and practice safe habits on the job.
Focusing on safety is not only common sense, it is the law. All laboratory employees are trained in hazard identification and the steps necessary to correct or eliminate hazards. lt is management's responsibility to provide employees with a safe workplace. Management
defines safe work habits as a job perfom1ance requirement.
Safety is everyone's responsibility. Individual workers ha,·e responsibility for program knowledge and safe practices. Supervisors have the responsibility for themselves as workers and for their subordinates. Super.·isors must be continually vigilant of workplace
safety for others and for themselves.
The foundation of laboratory safety is employee training. All new employees are trained in the hazards that may be encountered in laboratory situations. Training is mandatory and occurs annually. Each employee is trained to understand the safety features of the
laboratory, safe "·orking procedures and laboratory safety incident responses. The program provides instruction in the follo,1ing areas:
0 Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan,
0 General Safety practices and philosophy,
0 Working alone in laboratories,
0 Personnel Protective Equipment (ears, eyes, skin and respiratory system),
0 System of Hazard Communications,
0 Toxic, Flammable, Corrosive, and Reactive Chemicals,
0 Chemical exposures and spills,
0 Fire Safety ,
0 Electrical hu..ards,
0 Lifting hazards,
0 Equipment usage.
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The Laboratory Safety Comrninee has full responsibility for development of the safety program and compliance monitoring. It is management's responsibility to implement the
safety program. Safety comrninee activities involve all aspects of laboratory safety include the following key elements:
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Safety incident investigation and correcti,·e actions.
The Safety Comminee is chaired by the Laboratory Manager. The Chemical Hygiene Officer is the Secretary. Three other laboratory employees are elected and serve a 3 year tenn. The elected members provide a cross section of the laboratory staff members. This ensures that the interests and safety issues impor1ant to the laboratory workers are discussed
with management as they arise. The Comminee meets once per week and a repor1 is distributed to the management staff. A monthly repor1 of the Safety Committee's activities is posted for all staff members to review. The Safety Comminee meetings are open to all laboratory employees.
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7.0 TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE
The Analytical Division Chemistry Laboratory is staffed with technically sound, experienced personnel in all departments. The laboratory employs twenty-nine technical
professionals whose average experience in analytical chemistry exceeds eleven years.
Twenty employees have college degrees, primarily in chemistry. The average experience of
the supervisory staff exceeds nineteen years. The staff fully understands and is committed to the rigors of a rapid turnaround analytical services environn1ent.
The company is committed to furthering the technical and interpersonal skills of its
employees at all levels as follows:
◊ Technical training is routinely conducted by supervisory level personnel.
◊ Employee are reimbursed for continuing educatior. c~:penses.
◊ Employees are encouraged to participate in professional organizations and are
reimbursed for dues expenses.
Emolovee Years Exo. Degree Technical Soecialtv
Jenny Baumgartner I BS, Chemistry Inorganic Metals Kathryn Bigelow 16 MS. Biology l'o·lass Spectrometry Mike Crawford 2 BS, Haz Materials ivlgmt Organic Sample Prep Wade Delong 7 BS, i\1awral Systt!mS Gas Chromatography Mike Dew 20 BS, Chemistry Organ ic/f norgan ic Chem Bill Fithian !'-+ BS, Chem; BA, Geolog,· />.·lass Spectrometry Susann Henshen 12 BS, Chemistry lnorgJnic 1V!etals Joe Hnatow 15 BS, Chemistry Lab Mgmt., GC/MS Jeff Kelly 7 BS, Chemistry ,'vlass Spectrometry Joe Knapke J BS, Chemistry Inorganic \Vet Cht:mistry Glenn Knieriem 13 BS, Chemistry/Biology Mass Spectrometry Art Kunselman 27 BS-Ed, Chemistry Gas Chromatography Ron Lucy I BS, Environmental il-lgt Organic Sample Prep Jan Powell s Organic Sample Prep Melanie Radabaugh 11 BS, Biology Inorganic \Vet Chemistry Bob Schock 19 13S, Chemistry Organic Instrumentation Tracy Shepherd s AD, Computer Science Systems Management Anne Sidney 21 13S, Chem is try Quality Assurance Roy Sloan :2 0 13S, Chemistry l11orga11ic 1Vleta!s Duane Smith 2 BS, Ha7. Materials ivlgr.1t l11orga11ic \Vet Cli~mistry David Speis 26 13S, Science Ed Lab Mgmt., GC/MS
Leela Stewart IS 13.·\, Chem is try Organic Instrumentation Scott Swan 11 Gas Chromatography
An organization chart of the Analytical Di,·ision Laborator:: is depicted in Figure 5.
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FIGURE 6. ORGANIZATION
ANALYTICAL DIVISION -CHEMISTRY
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8.0 RESUMES
SENIOR STAFF RESUMES
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EXPERJENCE
PROFFESIONAL PROFILE
DAVID N. SPEIS
Director Analytical Services
General management of business units specializing in technical
applications of environmental chemistry, quality assurance management,
environmental regulation interpretation, and applied organic
environmental chemistry.
Currently, i\·lr. Speis serves in the capacity of Director of Analytical
Services. He is responsible for the operations of the Chemistry,
Treatability, and Bioremediation laboratories. This includes
budgeting, profit and loss responsibility, personnel management,
marketing, and sales. He is also responsible for determining the
groups mission, goals, and srrat~gic dirt!ction.
Mr. Speis was employed by ETC Corporation from August 19S I to September 1995 in several capacities.
He served as General Manager of the laboratory where he had
responsibility for profit and loss of the SG.5MM, 60 person operation.
This included laboratory operations, operations support, marketing and sales, and facility management functions. The laboratory provided a full array of laboratory services to the regulated community and go,·emmcnt.
iv!r. Speis was Vice President and Director of Quality Assurance and Technology where he developed, implemented and managed the
laboratory quality assurance progran1. He also instituted and maintained
a data quality monitoring system for management staff and data users
and established communications relationships for five natiom,·ide
laboratories.
He also managed Technology and New Product Development "·here he identified and perfom1ed business evaluations of new n,gulatory
environmental programs to identify, develop, and implement nc,,·
analy1ical product lines. He supervised the special projects chemistry
group that provided consulting/expert \\'it11ess services to selected
clients.
' 1vlr. Speis also directed the Special 1\nalytical Services group. f-k
coordinated corporate technical resources to develop and transfer
non-standard, research-oriented, or new product technologies into the
company.
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tvJ.r. Speis managed the Gas Chromatography/tvlass Spectrometry Group
and Gas Chromatography Group where he was responsible for daily
operations, staffing, budgeting, administration, development and
implementation of productivity enhancements, and expense management
for a group of 60 technical specialists,· l 7 quadropole mass
spectrometers. and 11 gas chromatographs. The group operated seven
days a week, n.venty-four hours a day.
From October 197 l to August 198 I, Mr. Speis was employed by the
US Environmental Protection Agency in Edison, New Jersey.
He was an anal 11ical chemist for the Environmental Response Tean1
where he planned and conducted analytical field surveys for on-site
hazard assessment and determination of personnel safety procedures. He
also de,·eloped and refined field analytical techniques for response
situations invoh·ing organic analysis in many complex matrices.
Mr. Speis also served as an anal,1ical Chemist for the regional
laboratory where he performed the analysis of organic and inorganic
pollutants by instrumental techniques. He supervised the operations of the GC/MS laboratory and coordinated the activities of a six chemist
staff equipped "ith five mass spectrometers. Mr. Speis participated in
development of GC/lv!S anal:,1ical protocols for organic priority
pollutants used in EPA 304 (H) program.
Bachelor of Science, Science Education, Nonheastem University,
Boston, i'vlassachusetts, 197 I.
Fitieen technical short courses on topics including pesticide
residue analysis. liquid/liquid chromatography, mass spectrnl
interpretation, radiation and radiation sat·ery, MS data systems, and
instrumental electronics, and managemenr techniques
Editorial Advisory Board -Environn1ental Testing and Analysis, Sept
1993 -Current
International Association of Environmental Testing Laboratories
(IAETL). Board of Directors, 1989-1992, 1994; Chair, New Jersey
Chapter. 1994; Chair, Education and Training Committee, 1990-1993 _
,vkmbcr .. -\mcrican Chemical Society, En,·iconmcntal Di ,·ision
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PUBLIC-\ T[ONS
Mr. Speis has published and presented sixteen articles on various topics in regularory environmental chemistry and laboratory management.
"Reversing the DQO Process", David N. Speis and Leslie Clarke,
Environmental Testing and Analysis, Volume 4, Number 2,
March/April, 1995, pg. 36.
"Training To Meet Industry Needs" David N. Speis, Environmental
Testing and Analysis, Volume I, Number 5, September/October, 1993,
pg. 30.
"Designing and Implementing a Representative San1pling and Analysis
Plan for PCBs in Non-homogeneous Industrial Scrap" David N. Speis
and Marilyn P. Hoyt, Proceedings, 1992 USEPA Waste Testing and
Quality Assurance Symposium, Washington, DC, July 13-17, 1992.
"Screening of Environmental Samples for Volatiles by Static Headspace Autosampler -GC/rvlS" Charles Weston, Richard Albert, David Speis, Lori Williams, Werner Martin, Proceedings, I 99 I Pinsburgh Conference
on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy, March 4-S, 1991.
"Method Perfonnance Characteristics of Selected Appendix VIII
Analytes," David N. Speis, Denis C. K. Lin, fames N. Bower,
Proceedings, Ninth .--\nnual Analytical Symposium on the Analysis of Pollutants in the Environment, Norfolk, VA, I 986.
"Rapid Field Extraction Technique for Detennining Extent of PCB Contaminated Sediments," David N. Speis, Proceedings, I 9S2
Hazardous Materials Spills Conference, i\•lii11·aukee, WI, p. 435, April
19-22, 19S2.
"The Detennination of Purgeabk Organics in Sediment Using a
ivlodified Purge and Trap Technique," David N. Speis, presented at
Seminar Workshop on Sampling and Analysis of Sediments, Bottom
Material, and Fish, US EPA EMSL, Cincinmti, OH, October 14-17,
19S0.
"The Detennination of l'urgeabk Organics in Sediment," David N.
Speis, International Symposium on Hydrocarbons in the Environment,
Hamilton, Onwrio. May 25, 197S.
"The Quantitation of Unresolved Gas Chromatographic Peaks with Similar Mass Spectra," D,wicl N. Speis, Janu:1ry 15, 1978, ;\meric:m
Laboratory, vol. 10, no. 9, September 197S, fl-5S.
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EXPERTISE:
EXPERIENCE
Professional Profile
JOSEPH A. HNATOW
Laboratory Manager
Environmental laboratory management including financial, personal
and equipment resources, environmental analyses emphasizing
hazardous waste determinations, project management, client services,
applications of quality assurance and quality control, and organic
analytical procedures.
i'vlr. Hnatow has over I 4 years of environmental analytical testing
experience. During the last 6 years i\fr. Hnatow has managed
laboratory operations for OHM Remediation Services Corp. -
Analytical Division. He is responsible for managing all laboratory
operations to ensure project performance meets client requirements.
Mr. Hnatow reviews all laboratory data and technical reports and
verifies completeness and compliance with specifications. He is
responsible for the implementation of established quality control
practices into all laboratory work processes. He chairs the laboratory's
Safety Committee and a strong safety advocate.
Mr. Hnatow was the Quality Assurance i\·fanager for the Analytical
Division prior lo his appointment as Laboratory 1vfanager. fn this
position he was responsible for the Quality program at two company
facilities. The main laboratory located in Findlay and an OperationJI
Support Laboratory located in Clem,ont, Florida. fn his pre,·ious
positions in Findlay, he worked in various areas of the laboratory
including Client Services, Sample Preparation, Gas Chromatography
and GC/!vlass Spectrometry.
Before joining OHM, he managed the Organics Department of an
independent environmental laboratory. In this position he managed
the processing of organic samples for analysis by gas chromatography
and gas chromatography/nrnss spectrometry. El'A methods were
employed for the analysis of different matrices, including various
USA TH.-\MA procedures and air analysis utilizing NIOSH procedures.
This laboratory was under contract to the USE!'.'\ 1·or CERCL/\ related
analyses under the Contract Laboratory l'rogram. i\-lr. Hnatow worked
as an analyst and then managed this program !"or a number of years.
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As a GC/1v!S chemist, Mr. Hnatow managed projects and sample
analyses through the GC/MS .laboratory. He conducted trace organic
analyses by GC/MS, provided instrument maintenance, and helped
direct the organic extraction procedures.
B.S. Chemistry/Ecosystems Biology, Eastern Michigan University,
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Finnigan MAT Institute: Mass Spectral Interpretation Course, I 9S4
Finnigan 1vIA T Institute: IN COS Data Maintenance Course, I 9S6
American Chemical Society: Air Toxics Short Course, 1992
OHM Corporation: Advanced Management Development Program
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EXPERIENCE
Professional Profile
WILL!Ai\l A. FITHIAN
Technical Project Manager
Analy,ical and Environmental Chemistry
Current!:· i\,fr, Fithian serves in the capacity of Technical Project
Manager: Mr. Fithian is responsible for oversight of client projects.
This includes interaction between client and laboratory operations
personnel, data review, data interpretation, and final report production.
As a Technical Project Manager, Mr. Fithian is also responsible for
coordinating laborator:1 capacity, providing analytical pricing, and
performing marketing and sales for new clients.
Mr. Fithian is experienced in GC/rv!S, GC, AA, ICP, and organic
sample preparation techniques. He has a "·orking knowledge of all
EPA 600 Series and SW-846 Methods, along with classical wet
chemistry techniques.
Prior to joining OHM, Mr. Fithian held the position of Technical
Manager in a large Northeast laboratory. He was responsible for
providing technical assistance and direction to all laboratory personnel.
He also managed the Quality Assurance Department which had a staff
of four chemists. He maintained the SOP manual. administered the
Health and Safety program, and ,11ote the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Mr. Fithian has also held the position of Laboratory Manager were he
managed a staff of 35 chemists and was responsible for the
coordination and scheduling of all analytical testing and maximizing
overall productivity within the laboratory. He provided training a11d
technical assistance to all laboratory personnel and interacted with
clients regarding technical issues.
His prior experience also includes Manager of Organic Chemistry
which consisted of responsibility for dail:· operations and supervision
of the GC, Organic Preparation and GC/MS Departments; GC/MS
Supervisor and instrument operator, respo,1siblc for volatile and
semi volatile organic analyses. He was also responsible for all
instrume~t maintenance and repairs. Mr. Fithian was the laboratory's
mass spectra_[ interpretation specialist as "·~I I as the purge ancl trap
specialis:. He trained and supervised all GC/1v!S personnel and
developed GCAIS SOI' manuals. He also performed general wet
chemic2l analyses by EPA methodologies and p~rfom1cd metals
analyses utilizing !Cl', f\A, and Graphite Furnace techniques.
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B.S., Chemistry, Glassboro Staie College, 19S2
B.A., Physical Science/Geology, Glassboro State College, 1982
American Chemical Society
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MELANIE A. R4-DABAUGH
Technical Project Manager
Analy1ical and Environmental Chemistry
Currently Ms. Radabaugh serves in the capacity of Technical Project
Manager: She is responsible for oversight of client projects. This
includes interaction between client and laboratory operations
personnel, daca·review, data interpretation, and final report production.
As a Technical Project 1-.fanager, Ms. Radabaugh is responsible for
coordinating laboratory capacity, providing analytical pricing, and
marketing current and new clients.
As the Tean1 Leader II of sample preparation, conventionals, and
metals, Ids. Radabaugh's responsibilities included scheduling, training,
and supervising technicians and glassware washers; data reduction via
computer system; development of SOPs.
From September 19S8 to June, 19S9, Ms. Radabaugh was the \Vet
Chemistry Group Leader where her responsibilities included
scheduling of all wet chemistry and metals analyses, and training
technicians on the methods, techniques, and data reporting used in the
department.
Jn April. i 9SS through September, 198S, 'ds. Radabaugh as an
inorganic chemist and had responsibility for all sample preparation
using EPA methods (SW-S46, 3010, 3020, 3050, 7470, 7471). lt was
here that she implemented the 3050 Soft Digestion and ,vlicrowavc
Digestion.
Ms. Radabaugh's capabilities also includes operational expertise on
flame, graphite furnace and cold vapor ato.nic absorption
spectrophotometers and inductively coupled plasma emission
spec t rop ii o tome t e rs.
From November I 9S6 through April 19S7, Ms. Radabaugh was
responsible for main laboratory and field !aboratory purchasing. l·kr
responsibilities included the use of purchase requisitions, working with
sales representatives to insure supplies we:-e a\·ailablc anci \\'ere Jt a
competitive price, sampk shipping and re::~iving, and the assistance in
the set up ofa new warehouse in the Techical Services Building.
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From July 1985 through January 1986, Ms. Radabaugh held the
position of Field Chemist, where her responsibilities included sening
up sampling plans and collectin·g soil, water, and "ipe samples. She
was also responsible for maintaining sample records, log books, maps,
and chain-of-custodies. Ms. Radabaugh's experience with field
analysis includes air monitoring, GC analysis of Polychlorinated
Biphenyls and Volatile Organics and Wet Chemistry Tests. She was
also responsible for site safety in the absence of the safety supervisor.
B.S., Biology, Bowling Green State University, 1985
Minor -Computer Science
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MICHAELE. DE\V
Technical Project Manager
Hazardous waste analyses, personnel and project management, quality
control procedures, anal,1ical method development, instrument
maintenance and troubleshooting, wet chemistry analyses, metals
analyses and organic sample preparation.
Mr. Dew has over 20 years of experience as a professional chemist and
is currently serving as a Technical Project Manager. His current duties
include interaction between client and laboratory operations personnel,
data review, data interpretation and final report production. i'vlr. Dew
is also responsible for coordinating laboratory capacity, providing
analytical pricing and marketing current and new clients.
Prior to joining rhe Project Managemenr ream, ,vlr. Dew was the
Technical Manager of the Wet Chemistry and Sample Preparation
Departments. His responsibilities included maintaining the flow of
work through rhose departments, review of the procedures being
utilized and assuring that the appropriare procedures were being
followed, and review of rhe data which was generated \\ithin those
departments
Prior to joining OHM Remediation Services Corp, he was the
Operarions iVlanager of a commercial anal,1ical laborarory where he
was responsible for management of day to day operations of the entire
laboratory. Duties included review of data generated in rhe organic
and general chemis1ry departments, review of final reports, and review
of all laboratory SOPS to ensure compliance with USEPA protocols
and state requirements. He was also responsible for interfacing wirh clients on all technical issues.
He is experienced in the operation ofGC, HPLC, ICP and GFAA. He
is also experienced in the application ofUSEPA S\V-846 and
MCA W\\/ methodologies, USA THAMA and NIOSH methods. He is
fan1iliar with rhe USEPA CLP protocol and the USEl'A SAS
program.
B.S., Chemistr;, University of Toledo, 1976
Member, American Chemical Society
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ANNE T. SIDNEY
Quality Assurance Manager
Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Management, Quality Management,
LIMS Computer Systems & PC Software Maintenance/Use and
Instrument Repair/Troubleshooting.
Ms. Sidney has laboratory experience dating from 1975 and manages
the quality assurance/ control (QA/QC) depanment for OHM
Remediation Services Corp. Analytical Division. Responsibilities
include: quality systems management, quality review of technical
repons, quality assurance project plans, internal and external audits,
standard operating procedures implementation and maintenance,
corrective actions, training, and cenifications maintenance.
Prior to joining OH/vl, Ms. Sidney managed a Quality Control
Laboratory for a S4.5 billion chemical company. Responsibilities
included supervision of chemists and technicians in a chemical
manufacturing laboratory envirorunent, methods development and
automation, administrating a S600 thousand capital, purchasing and
salary annual budget, Perkin Elmer LIMS 2000 database maintenance
and implementing a process/protocol library. Additional
responsibilities included technical support, statistical process control
(SPC) and design of experiments (DOE) systems support and lab-scak
process chemistry projects.
Previously, iVls. Sidney was an assistant research scientist; then a
group leader of a quality assurance development group (liquid
chromatography and atomic spectroscopy) for an international
pharmaceutical and diagnostic manufacturing company.
Responsibilities included methods and new technology
development/validation consistent 'vith FDA pharmaceutical
requirements. Supervision of in chromatographic methods
development and instrument maintenance. Implemented standard
operating procedures and assisted in implementing a fonn:il
documentation system for GMP/GLP products, projects and
procedures tracking and review.
Ms. Sidney has also worked as a labor:itory assistant for an
independent testing laboratory and a major defense contractor carrying
out classical wet chemical, chromatographic, spectroscopic,
colorometric and gravimetric chemistry techniques using[!',-\, !'-·lil-
spec, ACS and i\STM methodologies.
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Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Indiana University, 1986
Lotus 123 advanced operations
Organic Data Validation for New York DEC
Environmental Regulation Course
Adva,,ced Statistical Quality Control, Qua! Pro
Design of Experiments (Taguchi), Qua! Pro
Statistical Quality Control Techniques, Qua! Pro
Instrumentation Laboratories Atomic Spectroscopy
Waters Chromatography School, Basic & Advanced
General Electric Material and Processes Development Courses
General management Training (3)
American Cyanamid ,vfanufacturing Excellence Award, All Cyanan1id,
1988
American Chemical Society, Member
American Society for Quality Control, i'vkmber/former Section
CONTRIBUTIONS "High Pressure Liquid Chromatographic Analysis of Chloramphenicol
in Serum and Cerebrospinal Fluid", A.T. Sidney and J.L. Ponzo.
Accepted by the 1983 .-\merican Association for Clinical Chemistry, 35th Annual Convention.
"A Rapid and Sensitive ,'vfethod for Simultaneous Quantitation of Phenobarbital and Phen)"toin by High Pressure Liquid
Chromatography", A.T. Sidney and J.L. Ponzo. Accepted by the 1984 American Association for Clinical Chemistry, 36th Annual
Convention.
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ROBERT J. SCHOCK
Assistant Technical Manager
Laboratory management, instrumental analysis of organic and
inorganic compow1ds using GC/lv!S, HPLC GC/MS, GC, ICP, AA,
and IR; methods development; training of laboratory personnel;
forensic analysis; toxicology; and laboratory design and installation.
Mr. Schock's current responsibilities include supervision of the organic
section of the laboratory, training of staff, methods development, and
daily scheduling ot· resources. He provides "hands on" technical
direction, reviews and approves data generated by the organic staff to
ensure that data quality objectives have been achieved for projects and
recommends the implementation of specific corrective actions where
required.
Mr. Schock's previous experience includes the analysis of natural
toxins, pesticides, biological metabolites of suspected carcinogens, and
forensic analysis. He has extensive exnerience "ith the use of
advanced organic analytical techniques and instrumentation used for
trace level analysis and has successfully developed several methods
and procedures to meet specific client requirements for a wide variety
of sample matrices and analytes.
Mr. Schock's past experience includes the management of ful I-service
environmental laboratories, a background in toxicology, and
experience in the transportation and disposal of hazardous waste. In
addition, Mr. Schock has several years' experience working and
consulting in the Middle East and Asia training chemists and
technicians, helping to set up laboratory networks and providing
technical expertise to foreign governmental agencies.
M.A., Chemistry, Northern Michigan University_ 1977
B.S., Chemistry, Northern Michigan Universitv, 1975
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PUBLIC.A. TIONS "Sample Purification ofMycotoxins by Gel Permeation",
S.R.Tonsager, D.A.Maltby, R.J.Schock, W.E.Braselton, Advances in
Thin Layer Chromatography, J. Wiley and Sons, Inc., I 982, Chapter
30.
"Phannacokinetics of 4,4'-Methylenebis (2-chloroaniline] (MBOCA)
in Dogs", M.Manis, D.Williams, K.McCormack, R.J.Schock, Y.C.Ng,
L.Lepper, W.E.Braselton, The Pharmacologist, 23(3 ), I 73, 1981.
"[nvestigation of the Utility of Bonded-Phase Packed Columns for the
Identification of Organic Toxicants by Gas Chromatography/lvlass
Spectrometry (GC/tv!S)", R.J.Schock and W.E.Braselton. American
Association of Veterinary Diagnosticians Meeting, 1982
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ROY L. SLOAN
Supervisor, Inorganics, Meials and we! Chemislry
Analytical inorganic chemisiry; laboratory management and
supervision.
Mr. Sloan's current responsibilities include supervision of !he
inorganic depanment which includes irace-metal analysis, classical
wet-chemical analysis, and scheduling of all work in these areas in a
productive and efficient manner. He revie\'.-s and approves all data
generaied to assure quality control. He also !rains junior staff on
sophisticated instrumental techniques and procedures. Mr. Sloan's 17
years of related experience includes the following:
As an inorganic supervisor for a large environn1enlal-services
laboratory, he implemented efficiency progran1s and procedures that
increased production significantly. He interfaced with engineers
concerning PRP/RJFS projects and advised engineers and field
personnel of analyiical and sampling regulatory requiremenis. Mr.
Sloan's expenise includes direct hands-on experience in sequential and
simultaneous !CP; ion chromatography; Technicon automated wet
chemistries instrumentation; DCP, A.,\, Zeeman and D2 r-urnace;
flame AA, XRF, and wei-chemical analysis.
Mr. Sloan's previous experience also includes laboratory management
of a water-testing laboratory which included overal I supervision of
chemists and technicians, developing QA programs for inorganic
depanments, and direction of the laboratory expansion into hazardous-
waste analysis.
Addiiional past experience includes supervision of technicians,
development and implementation of new methods and procedures,
development and maintenance of an internal standards cross-check
program to ensure analytical accuracy, interface with clients,
procurement of all laboratory supplies, and a wide variety ot· chemical
analysis.
13.S., Chemistry, M:irshall University, 1975
Graduate work (22 hours), 1975-1976.
Member, 1\mcrican Chemic:il Society