Quality Assurance

Holding Time Calculations

Maximum Holding Times and the “Q” Data Qualifier Code

The approved maximum holding times for specific analytes are listed in the DEP SOP FS 1000 tables. Any results reported from samples not meeting the holding times specified in those tables must be qualified and reported with the “Q” data qualifier code, per rule 62-160.700, F.A.C. (Table 1 of the DEP QA Rules). The holding time limits in the DEP SOP tables do not allow for extra time to prepare or analyze samples beyond the maximum times specified.

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FL-PRO Revisions

FL-PRO 2018 Condensed Summary of Revisions

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DEP Petroleum Restoration Program Variances

DEP Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP)
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Variances and QA Issues

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DEP Alternative Method Approvals

Listed here are all the recent approvals of modified and alternative methods. To submit a new modified or alternative method request, send an email to Quality_Assurance@Floridadep.gov for instructions.

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Quality of Science Newsletter

The Aquatic Ecology and Quality Assurance Section receives a large volume of email requests regarding topics covering, but not limited to:

Sampling training opportunities
QA Rule status
Department SOPs
NELAC Accreditation
Field and lab auditing

In an effort to respond to all these issues in the most efficient manner, we have created an "eNewsletter" to assist in pushing information out to interested parties. To participate, please choose the link below.

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Quality Plans

Quality Plans and Quality Manuals for DEP Organizational Units and Programs

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DEP Quality Assurance Program for Section 106 Funded Activities

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has a Quality Assurance (QA) Directive (DEP 972) that distributes QA responsibilities throughout the agency. All programs within the agency must comply with DEP’s QA Rule (62-160, F.A.C.) and associated standard operating procedures (SOPs).