B Sampling and Handling Requirements

Section 830 Section 830.TABLE B:  Sampling and Handling Requirements Parameter Container Minimum Preservation Maximum Type Sample Storage Size Time (ml) Man-made materials P, G 1,000 Do not freeze 28 days pH P, G 50 Analyze immediately Seed Germination P, G 1,000 Analyze immediately Self-heating P, G 4,000 Analyze immediately Pathogens P, G 500 Cool to 4° C 2 weeks Inorganic P(A), G(A) 500 Cool to 4° C 6 months P = plastic; G = glass; G(A), P(A) = rinsed with acid cleaning solution (1 part water to 1 part concentrated HNO 3)