N.J. Admin. Code § 7:18-3.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 7:18-3.2 - Environmental laboratory facilities and safety

(a) No certified environmental laboratory shall perform analyses unless the facility and equipment meet the following requirements:

1. Each certified environmental laboratory shall have available at least 100 square feet of floor space per analyst and at least 15 linear feet of bench space per analyst. Floor space and bench space are not required for analyze-immediately parameters and continuous monitors. Environmental laboratory space shall include the following equipment:

i. A sink with hot and cold running water, except a sink with hot and cold running water is not necessary for radon/radon progeny analysis of air samples, analyze-immediately parameters and continuous monitors;

ii. Polarized, grounded electrical outlets rated at 120 VAC and sufficient amperage to meet the needs of installed equipment. If equipment requires an electrical supply other than 120 VAC, the laboratory shall provide the equipment with the required service and outlet;

iii. When required by the method, a supply of natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas with proper attachments and a vacuum line, pump, or aspirator; and

iv. An exhaust hood if noxious fumes are generated.

2. The temperature and humidity within the certified environmental laboratory shall be maintained within the limits required for the proper performance for each test or analysis and for the proper operation of instruments which may be affected by variations in temperature or humidity.

(b) No certified environmental laboratory personnel shall perform analyses without following all the safety practices as stated in the analytical method.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:18-3.2