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Phase II Sampling and Analysis Plan SOP-4—Sample Packing and Shipping ��� <br /> Port of Stockton-Rail and Bridge,Stockton,CA <br /> STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE 4— SAMPLE PACKING AND SHIPPING <br /> 1 Purpose and Summary <br /> The purpose of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is to provide guidance for packing and <br /> shipping environmental samples to the laboratory for analysis. The goals for sample packing and <br /> shipping are that: (1)the integrity of the sample is maintained and (2) no exposure to the sample <br /> contents occurs during transit. These goals should be met regardless of the method by which the <br /> samples were shipped. <br /> Relevant regulations include Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations for ground <br /> transportation (49 Code of Federal Regulations [CFR]) and the International Air Transport <br /> Association (IATA) regulations for air transportation. Common carriers (e.g., FedEx, and UPS etc.) <br /> must abide by these regulations. This SOP provides specific guidance on how to package and ship <br /> samples to achieve the stated objectives and remain in compliance with shipping regulations. If field <br /> personnel are unsure regarding current shipping regulations, they will immediately contact the <br /> selected carrier (e.g., FedEx, UPS, etc.)for guidance. <br /> 2 Health and Safety <br /> Each individual is required to have read and understood the Site-specific Health and Safety Plan <br /> (HASP)for the specific project activity and signed the acknowledgement sheet confirming their <br /> review. <br /> Health and safety concerns for sample shipment include potential for exposure to contaminants, <br /> sample container preservatives, and injury from breakage of sample containers. Sample containers <br /> should be handled carefully; nitrile gloves and safety glasses should be used. <br /> 3 Personnel Qualifications and Responsibilities <br /> Sample packing and shipping activities will be directed by the Field Team Leader(FTL), a mid- or <br /> senior level environmental professional (engineer, geologist or scientist)with experience in sampling <br /> activities. Field staff, environmental professionals or technicians, are responsible for proper sample <br /> handling and compliance with these guidelines. <br /> 4 Equipment and Supplies <br /> The required equipment and supplies will consist of ice chests from the laboratory, clear tape, <br /> filament tape, gallon size zip-lock bags, trash bags, custody seals, bubble bags, cushion for bottom <br /> of cooler, and FedEx handle label hangers. <br /> 8-1 <br />