Tremendous improvements in ground-water sampling methodologies and
analytical technologies have made it possible to collect and
analyze truly representative samples to detect increasingly lower
levels of contaminants-now in the sub-parts-per-billion range.
Though these new methods produce more accurate and precise data and
are less expensive, many companies and government agencies are
reluctant to update their sampling protocols and regulations
claiming the transition would be too costly.
The Essential Handbook of Ground-Water Sampling clearly details
the economic and scientific case for adopting these new
methodologies. Citing examples of unnecessary expenditure due to
the inaccuracy of out-dated techniques, the editors point out that
the expense of making incorrect decisions based on poor quality
samples clearly negates any savings that might be realized by using
older, more inefficient, and effectively short-sighted, methods.
Using numerous figures, tables, and references to recent research,
the editors explain the efficiency of utilizing newer, more
accurate, techniques that produce higher quality data. The text
provides a detailed discussion of every aspect of ground-water
sampling from the development of a sampling and analysis plan,
through sample collection, pretreatment, handling, shipping, and
analysis, to the documentation, interpretation, and presentation of
ground-water quality data.
Successful sampling events and accurate data provide a sound
foundation for making important, potentially expensive decisions
regarding site monitoring, risk assessment, remediation, and
closure. Armed with the information presented in this handbook,
environmental professionals will beable to make sound technological
and economic decisions regarding the choice of sampling equipment,
methodologies, and procedures to meet their site-specific
objectives and ensure the success of their ground-water sampling
programs.
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