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Monthly Well Water Sampling
Well Water Sampling: Part 3 - Collecting Samples
In this video you will see an example of how to collect a set of filtered and unfiltered samples.
Well Water Sampling: Part 2 - Bypassing a Filter
In this video you see an example of a home well water system with a particulate filter and a radon removal system installed. Learn how to bypass a filter for taking an unfiltered sample.
Well Water Sampling: Part 1 - The Sample Kit
In this video you will learn what comes in the sample kit and what each item is for. Besides the sample jars, there are some instructions for how to take the sample and also some paperwork for you to fill out and return.
Collecting a Water Sample
Note: this procedure is specific to this study
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Sampling Supplies and Forms
Note: the materials and procedure are specific to this study
Sampling Supplies: Packaged with 2 sealable plastic bags
Parafilm
Sampling Forms: Packaged with 2 sealable plastic bags
Sample Log: For you to keep a record of your samples
Page 1: Information on how to get your results at allaboutarsenic.org
Page 2: Affix your circular stickers to this form each month to keep track of your sample numbers. Use the sample numbers to check your results.
Sample Data Sheet: Please fill out and return with samples
Page 1: Fill out information about each sample: date, time, and location of sampling is important information for our records.
Page 2: Additional questions about your well. Do you notice changes in your water quality or qantity through the year? Do you have prior data you are willing to share?
Sampling Instructions
Sampling Procedure: Steps for Collecting Water Samples Download PDF
Sampling Tips:
1) Check that labels on both the 50mL and 120mL jars labels match each other as well as on the sample data sheet and circular stickers.
2) If you are collecting both a pre and post filter sample, be sure to:
a) run the water for 5 minutes after engaging or bypassing the filter BEFORE taking the sample. This is to clear the lines.
b) be sure to re-engage your filter after taking samples to ensure you are drinking the cleanest water possible.
3) Stretch the parafilm a bit first BEFORE attempting to wrap it around the top of the bottle. Hold one end down with your thumb as you wrap. Squeeze it to make sure it is snug to the bottle after wrapping.
4) Be sure you've filled out all portions of the Sample Data Sheet and checked that all pre-filled information is correct.
5) Remember to freeze the duplicate samples (120mL jars) as soon as you collect the samples. They must be frozen for 48hr.
Collecting a Water Sample: VIDEOS!
Sampling Schedule
Note: this is for participants of the Arsenic in All Seasons Monthly Sampling Only!
Preliminary Results
Coming Soon!
SAMPLING DATES
JULY 21-22, 2020
AUGUST 28-29, 2020
SEPTEMBER 27-28, 2020
OCTOBER 28-29, 2020
NOVEMBER 28-29, 2020
DECEMBER 29-30, 2020
JANUARY 28-29, 2021
FEBRUARY 26-27, 2021
MARCH 28-29, 2021
APRIL 28-29, 2021
MAY 28-29, 2021
JUNE 29-30, 2021
JULY 28-29, 2021
AUGUST 28, 2021
WE DID IT!
Thank you to all the participants. We appreciate your year-long dedication!
DRY SEASON
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WET
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Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL) for Maine (following the US EPA)
We will aim to sample around the 28-29 of every month making sure to avoid sampling during or just after a large precipitation event.
Checking your Results
Note: This is for participants of the Arsenic in All Seasons Monthly Sampling Only!
STEPS:
1) Have your sample numbers ready! They are located on your Circle Stickers and have the form: YEAR-###
2) Go to the All About Arsenic Website and type your sample number into the box on the right where it says "Enter sample number below..." and click "Look Up"
3) If your results are ready you'll get the message: "Your results are in!", then click the link "View your results now" to be taken to your sample data.
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