API PUBL 4635-1996

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Compilation of Field Analytical Methods for Assessing Petroleum Product Releases

Published By	Publication Date	Number of Pages
API	1996	98

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A variety of improved field-based methods are available to perform on-site analyses of organic compounds in soil and groundwater samples. The appropriate use of these field analytical methods can increase spatial site information in less time and with fewer assessment phases than conventional sampling methodologies using offsite laboratories. This report presents a compilation of the most widely used field analytical methods, including total organic vapor analyzers, field gas chromatography, immunoassay, infrared analyzers, and dissolved oxygen/oxidation-reduction potential electrodes. Practical applications and limitations of each method are discussed and an objective-oriented Data Quality Classification scheme is presented to assist in selecting the appropriate method for the task. There is a chapter surveying other field analytical techniques not as widely used but showing promise for future application.

This publication is the first of two documents, designed to fill the gaps that now appear to exist in the application of certain field technologies for the analysis of petroleum hydrocarbon contamination. The second report will address technology selection, QA/QC protocols, and recommendations for training and record keeping.

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