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GR Field Methods and Procedures Well Development The purpose of well development is to improve hydraulic communication between the well and surrounding aquifer. Prior to development, each well is monitored for the presence of separate-phase hydrocarbons and the depth-to-water is recorded. Wells are then developed by alternately surging the well with the bailer, then purging the well with a pump to remove accumulated sediments and draw groundwater into the well. Development continues until the groundwater parameters (temperature, pH, and conductivity) have I stabilized. Groundwater Monitoring and Sampling Decontamination Procedures All physical parameter measuring and sampling equipment are decontaminated prior to sample collection using Alconox or equivalent detergent followed by steam cleaning with deionized water. During field i. sampling, equipment placed in a well are decontaminated before purging or sampling the next well by cleaning with Alconox or equivalent detergent followed by steam cleaning with deionized water. Water-Level Measurements Prior to sampling each well, the static water level is measured using an electric sounder and/or calibrated portable oil-water interface probe. Both static water-level and separate-phase product thickness are measured to the nearest ±0.01 foot. The presence of separate-phase product is confirmed using a clean, acrylic or polyvinylchloride(PVC)bailer, measured to the nearest±0.01 foot with a decimal scale tape. The monofilament line used to lower the bailer is replaced between borings with new line to preclude the possibility of cross-contarnination. Field observations(e.g. product color,turbidity,water color, odors, etc.) are noted. Water-levels are measured in wells with known or suspected lowest dissolved chemical concentrations to the highest dissolved concentrations. 3 Sample Collection and Labeling A temporary PVC screen is installed in the boring to facilitate a grab groundwater sample collection. Samples of groundwater are collected from the surface of the water in each well or boring using the teflon bailer or a pump. The water samples are then gently poured into laboratory-cleaned containers and sealed with teflon-lined caps, and inspected for-air bubbles to check for headspace. The samples are then labeled by an adhesive label, noted in permanent ink, and promptly placed in an ice storage. A Chain-of-Custody Record is initiated and updated throughout handling of the samples, and accompanies the samples to the laboratory certified by the State of California for analyses requested. A-3