TM11-01 Requirements for the Proper Shipping of Samples to the National Water Quality Laboratory

This memorandum addresses issues related to the shipment and submittal of samples to the National Water Quality Laboratory (NWQL) and provides instructions for completing Analytical Services Request (ASR) forms. This memorandum supersedes NWQL Technical Memorandum 02.04 and should now be used as the official reference for instructions pertaining to sample shipment and submittal. A strong partnership between field operations and the NWQL is essential to ensure sample viability, personnel safety, quality, efficiency, and final delivery of an optimum product.