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Field Lab InformationInformation regarding laboratory certification requirements for field laboratories can be found here. Non-Field Lab InformationInformation regarding laboratory certification requirements for non-field laboratories can be found here. Certified Laboratory ListingsLists of certified laboratories may be found here. Training and OutreachThe NC WW/GW LC program strives to assist laboratories and laboratory analysts in improving the quality of the environmental data they produce and to help bring them into compliance with state and federal regulations. Look for training and outreach opportunities here. Subscribe to UpdatesSubscribe to the DWQLabCert listserv to receive email updates of policies, regulations and resources pertaining to Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification by sending a blank email to DENR.DWQ.Lab_Cert-join@lists.ncmail.net. If you have trouble subscribing, contact the Laboratory Section web administrator at dana.satterwhite@ncdenr.gov. You may also visit the listserv archive. What's New
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NC WW/GW LC ProgramThe North Carolina Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification (NC WW/GW LC) program is a vital component in the effort to ensure the quality of analytical data used for regulatory purposes by various programs within the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). These programs rely on the services of the NC WW/GW LC program to support a multitude of scientific, regulatory and administrative decisions. Program OverviewThe NC WW/GW LC program is a parameter-based, method-driven program. The name refers to North Carolina regulatory programs and is used to differentiate the NC WW/GW Laboratory Certification program from the Drinking Water Certification and Biological Laboratory Certification programs. It is not meant to exclude certification of laboratories analyzing soil, sediment or other matrices. The NC WW/GW LC program operates pursuant to authority contained in North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(a)(1) and 143-215.3(a)(10). It is a fee-supported program managed by the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) Laboratory Section. The rule governing laboratory certification is North Carolina Administrative Code, 15A NCAC 2H .0800, which provides procedures for laboratories applying for certification, establishes laboratory certification fees and provides the appropriate methods and references for evaluating laboratory competence. The purpose of certification is to determine that a laboratory has the necessary technical competence, facilities and equipment to perform the required laboratory analytical procedures. Key elements of this certification include:
The program certifies approximately 700 environmental laboratories in North Carolina and throughout the United States under the following categories:
Efforts to improve the quality of monitoring data ranks among the most important functions of the NC WW/GW LC staff. In addition to certification, staff also provide technical support and training to environmental laboratory personnel to assist in improvement of laboratory operations, quality systems and understanding of the framework of regulatory requirements which govern environmental laboratory operations. Initial Application ProceduresInformation regarding initial application to the program can be found at the following links: Field laboratory certification applies to laboratories, its agents or employees seeking to analyze samples for field parameters only. These parameters include Total Residual Chlorine, Conductivity, Dissolved Oxygen, pH, Settleable Residue and Temperature. Field commercial certification applies to a laboratory, its agents or employees seeking to analyze field parameters for others for a fee.
Certified LaboratoriesLists of certified laboratories may be found at the following link:
Disclaimer The NC WW/GW LC program is providing the information on this web site as a public service. All information on this site is intended to be accurate, complete and timely; however, the NC WW/GW LC program does not guarantee the accuracy of this information. While the program strives to ensure the accuracy of the material on this web site, deiscrepancies may sometimes exist between printed and electronic information. The program cannot insure the accuracy or vouch for the safety or privacy of any linked sites nor does it assume any responsibility for the content found on those sites. If you see something that should be corrected or have any questions about the content of the site, contact the site administrator. |
