Several branches within the Division of Air and Waste Management have sampling requirements for site assessment or characterization, hazard assessment, air quality assessment, site closure, demonstration of compliance, or handling, disposal and cleanup of hazardous materials and substances. The branches include the Tank Management Branch, the Solid & Hazardous Waste Management Branch, the Site Investigation and Restoration Branch, the Air Quality Management Section, and the Emergency Prevention and Response Branch. This page includes links to several of the guidance documents that outline sampling requirements within the various programs overseen by the Division.
Please note that the information listed below is intended solely for guidance. Parties using the information contained in the guidance documents should be aware that there may be acceptable alternatives for achieving compliance with regulatory requirements. Further, nothing in the guidance documents should be viewed as limiting or eliminating the need for professional judgment and best management practices.
