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EPA QA/R-5 QAPP Element
Description for Section
B4 Reference Method
This section should define the reference method against which technology results
will be assessed. It should define how, when, and from where data will be
obtained. It should identify any constraints on the data collection process. It
should address, where appropriate:
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Analytical Methods (identify analytical methods and equipment for the
study, including method performance requirements and applicable SOPs)
MDLS, method details, including applicable SOP citations.
B5 Quality Control
This section should specify the activities during data collection that will provide
the information used to assess data quality (i.e., field or laboratory QC
operations, audits, technical assessments). Specifically, it should address:
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QC (Describe QC procedures that should be associated with each sampling
and measurement technique. List required checks and corrective action
procedures).
B6 Instrument/Equipment
Testing, Inspection, and
Maintenance
This section will describe the maintenance procedures required for equipment or
instruments used to collect or measure environmental data. Details should
include:
Instrument/Equipment Testing, Inspection, Maintenance, Frequency, and
Acceptance Criteria. It is usually acceptable to reference a specific SOP, rather
than provide details in the QAPP. However, if specific maintenance is critical to
an operation the project leader may choose to highlight those procedures in the
text.
B7 Instrument/Equipment
Calibration and Frequency
This section should describe the calibration of equipment or instruments used to
collect and/or measure environmental data. Details should include:
Instrument/Equipment Calibration, Frequency, and Acceptance Criteria. It is
acceptable to reference SOPs for routine calibration procedures. However, the
criteria for critical measurements should be defined in the QAPP.
B8 Inspection/Acceptance of
Supplies and Consumables
Inspection/Acceptance of Supplies and Consumables (Define how and by whom
the sampling supplies and consumables will be accepted for use in the project).
B9 Nondirect Measurements
Nondirect Measurements (existing data) (define the criteria for the use of
nonmeasurement data, such as data that come from databases or literature).
B10 Data Management
This section should describe how data collected during and after testing will be
documented, managed, stored, and controlled. Outline the data management
scheme including the path and storage of the data and the data record-keeping
system. Identify all data handling equipment and procedures that will be used to
process, compile, and analyze the data. Describe data reporting conventions,
including the use of data qualifiers and units).
GROUP C: ASSESSMENT
AND OVERSIGHT
The elements in this group address the activities for assessing the effectiveness of
the implementation of the project and associated QA and QC activities. The
purpose of assessment is to ensure that the QA Project Plan is implemented as
prescribed.
C1 Assessment and Oversight
This section should describe the assessment activities that will be implemented
for the project. This will typically include PEs, TSAs, and ADQs.
C2 Reports to Management
This section will identify the frequency, content, and distribution of reports
issued to keep management informed of the results of audits and assessments.
GROUP D: DATA
VALIDATION AND
USABILITY
The elements in this group address the activities that occur after the data
collection or generation phase of the project is completed. Implementation of
these elements ensures that the data conform to the specified criteria, thus
achieving the project objectives.
D1 Data Review, Verification,
and Validation
Describe the types of data review, verification, and validation that will be
implemented for the study.
D2 Validation and Verification
Methods
Define the data validation and verification procedures and the criteria used to
accept or reject the data based on quality.