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Environmental Sampling and Analytical Methods (ESAM) Program

Components of ESAM

ESAM is a comprehensive program to facilitate a coordinated response following an intentional or accidental homeland security-related contamination incident. This site provides information that supports field and laboratory efforts to characterize contaminated sites and to remediate contamination.

Sample Collection Procedures and Strategies

Procedures and Strategies

Analytical Methods and Protocols

Methods and Protocols

Research Program Tools and Resources

Tools and Resources

Data Management and Visualization

Data Management

Scribe - EPA's software tool to assist with managing environmental sampling, observational and monitoring field data.
Tools Used for Visualizing Sampling and Analysis Data During Response to a Contamination Incident
Data Management for Wide-area Responses: Literature Review and Operational Expert Feedback
Data Management for Wide-area Responses: Technology Evaluation and Operational Expert Feedback

Data Quality and Planning

Data Quality and Planning

Research Program Videos

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Hover over the components of ESAM below to read a description of that step.

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