Laboratory personnel will begin analysis of samples and results are provided within 30 business days of sample drop off. Safety While Sampling: a cell phone while sampling, sample with a partner, and always let someone else know • Carry where you are, when you intend to return, and what to do if you do not return on time. Honor private property rights. Never cross a property without permission. • landowner’s Never wade in swift or high water. Do not wade if depth is greater than knee-deep. Do not • monitor if the stream is at flood stage. If possible, have a first aid kit on hand. Preferably, at least one team member should have first • aid/CPR training. Have a medical form for each volunteer monitor including emergency contacts, insurance, and pertinent health information such as allergies or other health conditions. Be aware of the nearest hospital and how to get there from the sampling area. • Listen to weather reports. Never monitor if severe weather is predicted or if a storm occurs. • Do not walk on unstable stream banks. Disturbing these bank may accelerate erosion and lead to • a collapse.
Laboratory personnel will begin analysis of samples and results are provided within 30 business days of sample drop off. Safety While Sampling: • Carry a cell phone while sampling, sample with a partner, and always let someone else know where you are, when you intend to return, and what to do if you do not return on time. • Honor private property rights. Never cross a landowner’s property without permission. • Never wade in swift or high water. Do not wade if depth is greater than knee-deep. Do not monitor if the stream is at flood stage. • If possible, have a first aid kit on hand. Preferably, at least one team member should have first aid/CPR training. Have a medical form for each volunteer monitor including emergency contacts, insurance, and pertinent health information such as allergies or other health conditions. • Be aware of the nearest hospital and how to get there from the sampling area. • Listen to weather reports. Never monitor if severe weather is predicted or if a storm occurs. • Do not walk on unstable stream banks. Disturbing these bank may accelerate erosion and lead to a collapse.
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