Monitoring

Invasive Operations  

Invasive operations include collecting soil samples, trenching/excavating, collecting groundwater and surface water samples, and soil vapor sampling. Monitoring will be performed by an individual assigned by the Operation Section Chief, such as the Incident Safety Officer, or designated individual when invasive operations are performed. A calibrated PID, radiation survey meter, and CGI may be utilized, based on available knowledge, to monitor boreholes, wells, and breathing zones during dangerous activities, excavation, and soil and groundwater sampling to determine if any hazardous material may be present that would necessitate upgrading the personnel protection level or evacuating (as per 29 CFR 1910 or ACGIH’s TLV guide)