Incremental Sampling Methodology (ISM). Part 1, Section 8: Challenges/Opportunities

Abstract

The objective of Incremental Sampling Methodology (ISM) is to obtain a single sample for analysis that has the mean analyte concentration representative of the decision unit. A Decision Unit (DU) is the smallest volume of soil (or other media) for which a decision will be made based upon ISM sampling. Reluctance to use ISM stems from a lack of experience. ISM primarily used at commercial/industrial sites but applicable to all types of sites.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 26, 2012
Accession Number
ADA567585

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