CLU-IN Home

U.S. EPA Contaminated Site Cleanup Information (CLU-IN)


U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. EPA Technology Innovation and Field Services Division

ERTP Presents...Soil Sampling and Analysis for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

Sponsored by: EPA Office of Superfund Remediation and Technology Innovation (OSRTI) and the Environmental Response Training Program (ERTP)

Archived: Thursday, September 21, 2017
View Archive

Careful there! Precise characterization of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in soil is often critical since decisions for remediation are based on analytical measurement. Unfortunately, the acts of collecting and storing soil can subject soils to numerous variables that can alter VOC concentrations. These variables may enhance volatilization, biodegradation, and loss of VOCs in the sample.

This webinar will show why proper sample handling and preparation methods are key to collecting high-quality soil samples for VOCs. In this webinar we will explore the properties of VOCs, soil sampling methodologies, collection devices, VOC laboratory analyses, and other considerations.

During the webinar, we will further discuss:

  • The collection of high-quality soil samples for VOCs;
  • Best practices for sampling techniques to minimize the loss of VOCs;
  • The advantages and disadvantages of soil sampling devices such as Encore and TerraCore samplers.

The intended audience for the Soil Sampling and Analysis for VOCs webinar are state and federal regulators, project managers, and consultant personnel responsible for and/or directly involved in developing, identifying, or applying soil sampling approaches at their sites.

Accessibility, Recording, and Content Disclaimer

Rehabilitation Act Notice for Reasonable Accommodation

It is EPA's policy to make reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities wishing to participate in the agency's programs and activities, pursuant to the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. 791. Any request for accommodation should be made to Eric Watt or Joey Gawarzewski at 302-283-2221 or 302-283-2290 or eric.watt@tetratech.com, preferably one week or more in advance of the webinar, so that EPA will have sufficient time to process the request. EPA would welcome specific recommendations from requestors specifying the nature or type of accommodation needed. Please note that CLU-IN provides both alternate phone call-in options and closed captioning for all webinars, and requests for these specific accommodations are not necessary.

Webinar Recording

By participating in this CLU-IN webinar, you automatically agree to authorize recording of audio and visual content presented during this live event and consent to subsequent use of this recording in the public domain by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. This recording may include questions, comments and poll responses provided by you during the live event in addition to your name, voice, image or likeness. This recording will be made available after the conclusion of the live event as part of the CLU-IN webinar archives, and will remain available indefinitely. If you do not wish to consent to the recording, please do not join the live event, and contact Jean Balent at 202-566-0832 or balent.jean@epa.gov to discuss your concerns.

Content Disclaimer

This webinar is intended solely to provide information to the public. The views and opinions expressed as part of this webinar do not necessarily state or reflect those of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. It is not intended, nor can it be relied upon, to create any rights enforceable by any party in litigation with the United States, or to endorse the use of products or services provided by specific vendors. With respect to this webinar, neither the United States Government nor any of their employees, makes any warranty, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, apparatus, product, or process disclosed, or represents that its use would not infringe privately owned rights.

Presenter:

Eric Watt, Tetra Tech (eric.watt@tetratech.com or 302-283-2221)
Mr. Watt is an environmental and geotechnical geologist and construction inspector with over 15 years project experience. He currently provides technical support for clients in the government and private sectors. His expertise includes: task management; environmental field sampling (mainly groundwater, soil, and asbestos); materials testing, including soil and concrete; oversight of structural fill, concrete, and asphalt placement; test borings for engineering purposes; and monitoring well installation. He is a current Certified Hazardous Materials Manager and holds a Bachelor's degree in Geology from Towson University.


Moderator:

A photograph of Jean BalentJean Balent, U.S. EPA Technology Innovation and Field Services Division (balent.jean@epa.gov or 202-566-0832)
Ms Balent is on the staff of the EPA's Technology Innovation and Field Services Division where she has worked to collect and disseminate hazardous waste remediation and characterization information since 2003. Ms Balent manages the Clean Up Information Network website and actively supports online communication and collaboration resources available to EPA. She formerly worked with the US Army Corps of Engineers Environmental Engineering Division in the Buffalo District. Ms Balent was also a member of the SUNY-Buffalo Groundwater Research Group where she constructed and tested large scale models of groundwater flow. Ms Balent has also conducted research relating to the Great Lakes, environmental remediation, and brownfields re-development. She holds a Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering from SUNY-Buffalo and a Master's degree in Information Technology from AIU.



Top of Page

If you have a suggested topic or idea for a future CLU-IN internet seminar, please contact:

Jean Balent
Technology Integration and Information Branch

PH: 202-566-0832 | Email: balent.jean@epa.gov
Michael Adam
Technology Integration and Information Branch

PH: 202-566-0875 | Email: adam.michael@epa.gov