PFAS 1633
Sampling Instructions - Soils
Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Compounds (PFAS) Collection Instructions
PRIOR TO COLLECTING THE SAMPLE — Avoid wearing any: cosmetics, moisturizers, sun blocks, insect repellants, fragrances, creams, or other personal care products (including hair products). In addition, try to avoid coming into contact with these items before sampling: pre-packaged food, fast food, aluminum foil, brand new clothing, fabric softeners, anti-static sheets, waterproof clothing, waterproof markers, adhesive paper products, sealable bags (other than those provided), and any gasoline or other fuel.
In addition to the sampling supplies provided, you will need to include loose ice when shipping back samples.
NOTE: Keep the bottles in their bags until just before you are ready to collect the samples.
- From the PFAS BAG, of the wide mouth bottle.
- Remove the cap from the bottle, hold the cap by its outside edge to avoid touching the inside of the cap, and place it face up on a clean surface.
- Scoop up the soil and slowly fill to above half.
- Secure the cap back on the bottle.
- Seal the PFAS BAG and place it into a cooler.
- To keep the samples cold during shipping, fill the TWO LOOSE ICE BAGS, seal, and then put into a cooler.
If you only have ice packs available, please enclose and seal them inside the two bags labeled for loose ice.
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