Purpose:
Recording the number of containers submitted for each sample allows the lab to confirm that all containers have been received. The lab can also confirm if sufficient sample is received for the requested analysis or identify the possibility of delayed shipments (example: only 1 of 2 coolers received)
Process:
Bureau Veritas Laboratories reviews the number of containers submitted for each sample against what was received. When there is a bottle missing, you are contacted. In some cases, the analyses can proceed if all required containers were received.
Helpful Tips for Cooler Packing:
- Cross check the number of samples and number of containers that go into the cooler with the COC
- If submitting empty containers (i.e. dry well):
- Do not include a Sample ID on the container – cross it out
- Put all empty containers into a separate cooler