{"id":5270,"date":"2023-03-13T15:37:26","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T15:37:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/?page_id=5270"},"modified":"2024-09-16T20:02:02","modified_gmt":"2024-09-16T20:02:02","slug":"fspm","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/guidance\/fspm\/","title":{"rendered":"FSPM"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-9 vc_col-md-9&#8243; el_class=&#8221;order-2&#8243;][breadcrumb-shortcode][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"topic-header\">Field Sampling Procedures Manual<\/h4>\n<p>The Field Sampling Procedures Manual (FSPM) is designed to assist parties responsible for conducting environmental sampling pursuant to requirements established by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). The 2024 edition has replaced the 2005 edition as the most current technical guidance associated with procedures and equipment utilized for the collection of environmental samples. Previous versions of the FSPM are available in the <a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/guidance\/guidance-archive\/\">Guidance Library Archive<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/pfas_sampling_fact_sheet.pdf\">Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Sampling Fact Sheet<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/1_4_dioxane_sampling_fact_sheet.pdf\">1,4-Dioxane Sampling Fact Sheet<\/a> were created to supplement FSPM Chapter 3 \u2013 Contaminants of Emerging Concern and to provide environmental professionals with information on analytical methods, sampling considerations, and investigative derived waste information. Additional information is available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/emerging-contaminants\/\">Contaminants of Emerging Concern<\/a> webpage.<\/p>\n<p>Email Crystal Pirozek <a href=\"mailto:crystal.pirozek@deptest.nj.gov\">crystal.pirozek@deptest.nj.gov<\/a> with questions regarding the FSPM.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mt-5 p-3 border\">\n<h5>Field Sampling Procedures Manual &#8211; 2024 Edition<\/h5>\n<div class=\"py-1 my-3 bg-light-2\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"float-right m-0\">Review the <a href=\"comments-and-logs\/\">Response to Comments spreadsheets and Change Logs<\/a> for each Chapter.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"directory-list\">\n<li class=\"folder\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/fspm_edition_introduction.pdf\">Introduction<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>Intended Use of the Document<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>Purpose<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>Document Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>Disclaimers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_1_the_sampling_plan.pdf\">Chapter 1 The Sampling Plan<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>1.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.2 The Triad Approach<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.3 Site History &#8211; Evaluating Existing Data\/File Information<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.4 Defining the Physical Environment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.5 Sample Locations and Numbers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.6 Sample Methodology and Matrix<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.7 Laboratory Selection<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.8 Electronic Submission of Data for Site Remediation and Waste Management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.9 Quality Assurance Considerations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>1.10 Health and Safety Concerns<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_2_quality_assurance.pdf\">Chapter 2 Quality Assurance<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>2.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>2.2 Certifications<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>2.3 Data Quality Objectives<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>2.4 Sample Containers and Sample Preservation Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>2.5 Decontamination Procedures<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>2.6 Quality Control Samples<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>2.7 Quality Assurance for Emerging Contaminants<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_3_contaminants_of_emerging_concern.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chapter 3 Contaminants of Emerging Concern<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li>3.1 Introduction<\/li>\n<li>3.2 What is a Contaminant of Emerging Concern<\/li>\n<li>3.3 History and Use of Site<\/li>\n<li>3.4 Analytical Method and Remedial Standard Challenges<\/li>\n<li>3.5 General Sampling Considerations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_4_site_entry_activities.pdf\">Chapter 4 Site Entry Activities<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>4.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>4.2 Health and Safety Program Plans<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>4.3 General Safety Measures<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>4.4 Site Entry and Reconnaissance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_5_sampling_equipment.pdf\">Chapter 5 Sampling Equipment<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>5.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>5.2 Decontamination Procedures<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>5.3 Aqueous and Other Liquid Sampling Equipment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>5.4 Non-aqueous Sampling Equipment<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_6_sample_collection.pdf\">Chapter 6 Sample Collection<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>6.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.2 Soil Sampling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.3 Rock Core Sample Collection<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.4 Direct Push Technology Considerations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.5 Sampling Containerized Material<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.6 Waste and Beneficial Reuse Pile Sampling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.7 Surficial Sampling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.8 Surface Water and Sediment Sampling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.9 Ground Water Sampling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.10 Biological Sampling Procedures<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>6.11 Toxicity Test (Bioassay) Sampling<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_7_field_data_instruments.pdf\">Chapter 7 Field Data Instruments<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>7.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>7.2 Role of Field Instruments According to the NJDEP Technical Requirements for Site Remediation, N.J.A.C. 7:26E<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>7.3 Application of Field Instruments to Acquire Data<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>7.4 Choosing Appropriate Field Analytical Instruments for Contaminant Investigation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>7.5 Field Screening Instruments\/Characterization Tools<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>7.6 Data Quality Levels for Implementation of Field Analytical Methods<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>7.7 Quality Assurance Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>7.8 Field Data Deliverables Format<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>7.9 Data Management Plan<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_8_geophysical_techniques.pdf\">Chapter 8 Geophysical Techniques<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>8.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.2 Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.3 Magnetometer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.4 Gravimetry<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.5 Electrical Resistivity<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.6 Induced Polarization (IP)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.7 Electromagnetics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.8 Very-low Frequency (VLF) Electromagnetics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.9 Seismic<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>8.10 Borehole Geophysical Methods<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_9_soil_gas_surveys.pdf\">Chapter 9 Soil Gas Surveys<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>9.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.2 Vapor Transport Theory<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.3 Soil Gas Generation and Movement<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.4 Site Specific Characteristics<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.5 Investigation Sampling Designs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.6 Active Sample Collection Methodologies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.7 Passive Sample Collection Methodologies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.8 Soil Gas Sample Containers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.9 Analytical Methodologies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.10 Quality Assurance\/Quality Control<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.11 Soil Gas Data Interpretation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>9.12 Data Reporting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_10_documentation.pdf\">Chapter 10 Documentation<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>10.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>10.2 Field Data Sheets\/Logs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>10.3 Field Notes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>10.4 Documenting Sampling Locations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>10.5 Photo-Documentation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>10.6 Sample Collection Paperwork<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_11_hazardous_sample_shipment.pdf\">Chapter 11 Hazardous Sample Shipment<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>11.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>11.2 Definitions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>11.3 Training<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>11.4 Shipper&#8217;s Responsibility<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>11.5 Hazard Classes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>11.6 Packing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>11.7 Marking and Labeling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>11.8 Documentation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>11.9 Preservation of Samples Relative to Dangerous Goods Shipment<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_12_radiological_assessment.pdf\">Chapter 12 Radiological Assessment<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>12.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.2 Categories of Radioactive Materials<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.3 Applicability<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.4 Oversight<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.5 The Planning Stage (Data Life Cycle)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.6 Site Identification\/Historical Site Assessment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.7 The Scoping Survey<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.8 The Characterization Survey<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.9 The Remedial Action Support Survey<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>12.10 The Final Status Survey<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"folder my-4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/chapter_13_personnel_protection.pdf\">Chapter 13 Personnel Protection<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span>\n<ul class=\"mt-2 mb-3\">\n<li><a>13.1 Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>13.2 Project Planning<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>13.3 Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment Use<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>13.4 Selection of Protective Clothing and Accessories<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>13.5 Selection of Respiratory Equipment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>13.6 Heat Stress and Other Physiological Factors<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a>13.7 Personal Contamination Reduction Considerations<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3&#8243; el_class=&#8221;order-1 swap-on-mobile&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"card bg-light mb-3\">\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<h5 class=\"card-title\">FSPM<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/fspm_glossary.pdf\">Glossary of Terms<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/glossary\/\">Acronyms<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"..\/..\/training\/#fspm_training\">Training \/ Information<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/deptest.nj.gov\/srp\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/39\/tech_guidance_committee_rd_3.pdf\">Field Sampling Procedures Technical Guidance Committee<\/a> <span class=\"text-12\">[pdf]<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"fspm-2005\/\">FSPM Manual 2005 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