EP 1110-1-23
31 Jan 99
with substantiating verification that such analyst possesses the demonstrated proficiency to
conduct PCM analysis by being judged proficient in counting samples as a current participating
analyst in the AIHA PAT Program, by being listed in the AIHA Asbestos Analysts Registry, and
by having successfully completed the Asbestos Sampling and Analysis course (NIOSH 582 or
equivalent; a copy of course completion certificate is required).
(3) The laboratory is fully equipped and each analyst possesses demonstrated proficiency
to confirm NIOSH Method 7400 PCM sample analysis results from the same filter by conducting
NIOSH Method 7402 TEM analysis.
[(4) The laboratory is fully equipped to conduct TEM analysis of airborne samples using
the mandatory method specified by 40 CFR Part 763, the laboratory is currently accredited by the
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) under the National Voluntary Laboratory
Accreditation Program (NVLAP) for airborne sample analysis of asbestos by TEM, and the
laboratory will use analyst(s) (provide names(s)) that are currently evaluated as competent with
demonstrated proficiency under the NIST NVLAP for airborne sample analysis of asbestos by
TEM.]
3.3 Task 3, Area Air Monitoring. The Monitoring Contractor will conduct area [air
monitoring for environmental quality control][and][air monitoring for baseline and final
clearance]. For [environmental quality control], [baseline], [and] [final clearance] samples,
analysis will be by NIOSH method 7400 PCM with optional confirmation of results by NIOSH
method 7402 TEM. Confirmation analysis will be conducted at the discretion of the CO. When
confirmation of PCM samples is conducted, it will be from the same sample filter used for the
NIOSH 7400 PCM analysis. All sampling results will be calculated at the 95% confidence level as
shown in Table A-1. [For final clearance samples in schools, analysis will be by the mandatory
EPA TEM method specified in 40 CFR Part 763.]
3.3.1 [Air Monitoring for Environmental Quality Control. The Monitoring Contractor's
Designated IH will provide area sampling as indicated by state and local requirements and in
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