DSSI will analyze samples in accordance with Reference 2.3 only
and NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHARACTERIZING WASTE STREAMS. Unless previously
agreed upon, the sample residuals will be returned to the generator upon completion of
analysis.
Do you Need to Send A Sample?
For Fuel Blending:
DSSI requires fuel blending analysis results specified in item 7 or Reference 2.3.
The generator can provide this information to DSSI using one of the three alternatives
listed below:
- The generator has the required information or can obtain the information and provide it to DSSI prior to making the shipment.
- The generator sends a representative sample of the waste for each waste profile for analysis at DSSI prior to making the shipment.
- The generator requests sample analysis of each waste profile upon receipt of the waste shipment at DSSI. The alternative may result in the rejection of the waste by DSSI, if it is determined that the waste cannot be treated at DSSI (for example the waste contains EPA Waste Codes D008 only and has a BTU content of less than 5000 BTUs per pound).
For Solids:
Prior to approving solids for treatment, DSSI must ensure that material has the
necessary combustible content and that it can be made amenable to pumping.
If this cannont be determined by reviewing the profile, DSSI will request
that a sample be sent to DSSI for evaluation.
Instructions for Submitting Samples
DSSI will analyze samples in accordance with Reference 2.3 only and NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF
CHARACTERIZING WASTE STREAMS. Unless previously agreed upon, the sample residuals will
be returned to the generator upon completion of analysis.
- Contact DSSI Customer Service and submit the completed first page of the DSSI Waste Profile Sheet.
- Submit a list of the radionuclides and the associated activities for each sample to be sent to DSSI, which DSSI Customer Service will forward to the Radiation Safety Officer.
- DSSI Customer Service will assign waste profile numbers and authorize the sample shipment. These numbers must be placed on the respective sample container labels and the Chain of Custody - Analysis Request Form.
- The outside of the sample shipping package shall be marked "Sample check-in, contact Health Physics upon receipt".
- Reference 2.1, Reference 2.2 and Part 261.4(d) of Reference 2.4 shall be complied with when shipping samples to DSSI.
- An executed DSSI Chain of Custody - Analysis Request Form and any documentation required in accordance with Reference 2.2 shall accompany the sample shipment.
- A purchase order or other financially binding written agreement is in place which also addresses the condition 30 requirements of Reference 2.1
