5.02.070 Sampling And Analysis

(a) Sample Collection, Preservation, and Analysis

Sample collection, preservation, and analysis used to determine compliance with the water Quality Standards set forth in this document and maintain the standards set forth in the Water Quality Standards this document MUST meet the minimal requirements and consistency of procedures of any of the following:

(1) Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, Environment Division, Quality Assurance Management Plan;

(2) American Public Health Association, Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater; or

(3) EPA Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants or Guidance for Assessing Chemical Pollutant Data for Use in Fish Advisories

(b) Bacteriological Surveys

The levels of pathogens or pathogen indicator bacteria, in terms of monthly descriptive statistics verified by a peer review process, shall be used in assessing attainment of standards. Limited data sets of less than five samples (collected in a 30 day period) shall meet a stricter standard of acceptability (e.g. 95% confidence limit).

Sample procedures shall comply with SRMT standards for data quality. Contact the Environment Division for information on Data Quality Objectives, Quality Assurance Project Plans, and Data Quality Management.