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If the person collecting the sample does riot deliver the samples containers for shipment, the first block for Relinquished By Received Ry— Illu"t be completed. The samples will be shipped to the laboratory by commercial carrier. The original COC torn is placed in the shipping container and the shipping container- is scaled prior to being given to the carrier. The carbonless, copy of the COC firm is scat to the field file. The carrier waybill will serve as an extension of the COC record between the final field custodian and receipt in the laborat(-,)fy- • Upon receipt in the laboratory, the quality control (QC) coordinator or a desigilated representative opens the shipping containers, compares the contents with the COC record, and signs and dates the record. Any discrepancies are noted on the COC fbi-iii, • If discrepancies occur, the SaTTIPICS in question are segregated firom norTnal sarnple storage and the field personnel immediately notified. • COC records are maintained with the project records by becoming part of the data/report package. In addition to initiating the COC fOrni., field personnel are responsible for uniquely Identit'villp (required on the foram) and labeling samples, providing proper preservation, arid packaging samples to preclude breakage during shipment. Lvery sample label includes the following: • A unique sample number • Sample Location • Sampling date and 11111c • Name of'person collecting the sanij)le • Method of sample preservation./conditioning Shipping containers are scaled at the ends with tape prior to shipment. The [trial step in providing information to the labor"Itory is the request for analysis- The request for analysis section is cornpieted by the field personnel on the COC record, The request for analysis Ibriii is provided so that analytical requirements are defined arid sample holding tunes are not exceeded. A copy of the COC and request for analysis fomi is maintained In the field dalasheet/log. 7.2,2 Laboratory Sample Handling The first step in the laboratory receipt of samples is to complete the log -in form. Fhe QC coordinator or a designated alternate accepts theshiptilent and notifies the laboratory manager or designated representative ofthe incoming samples. WOM 1-2