(a) 2018 TSS, parts
2.8.1-2.8.1(h), testing equipment, is herein incorporated by
reference.
(b) Test procedures for
analysis of monitoring samples shall conform to the Standard Methods for the
Examination of Water and Wastewater.
(c) All treatment plants shall have the
capability to perform or contract for the self-monitoring analytical work
required by the Safe Drinking Water Act,
42 U.S.C. §
300f et seq. All plants shall, in addition,
be capable of performing or contracting the analytical work required to ensure
good management and control of plant operation and performance.
(d) All laboratories used for the tests,
analysis, and monitoring required by this Section shall meet the following
requirements:
(i) The laboratory shall be
located away from vibrating machinery or equipment that might have adverse
effects on the performance of laboratory instruments or the analyst and shall
be designed to prevent adverse effects from vibration.
(ii) Walls shall have an easily cleaned,
durable, and impervious surface.
(iii) Cabinet and storage space shall be
provided for dust-free storage of instruments and glassware. Benchtop height
shall be 30 inches. Benchtops shall be field joined into a continuous surface
with acid, alkali, and solvent-resistant cement.
(iv) Fume hoods shall be provided where
reflux or heating of toxic or hazardous materials is required. A hood shall not
be situated near a doorway unless a secondary means of exit is provided. All
fume hood switches, electrical outlets, and utility and baffle adjustment
handles shall be located outside the hood. Light fixtures shall be
explosion-proof. 24hour continuous exhaust capability shall be provided.
Exhaust fans shall be explosion-proof.
(v) The laboratory shall have a minimum of
two sinks per 400 square feet (not including cup sinks). Sinks shall be double
well with drainboards and shall be made of epoxy resin or plastic. All water
fixtures shall have reduced pressure zone backflow preventers. Traps shall be
constructed of glass or plastic and be accessible for cleaning.
(vi) Distilled water shall conform to the
quality specified by Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and
Wastewater 2018.
(e)
Portable testing equipment shall be provided where necessary for operational
control testing.
