DSHW-2016-010851 - 0901a06880642d12

June 15, 2016
8200-FY16-071
Mr. Scott T. Anderson, Director
Utah Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control
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Re: ATK Launch Systems Inc., Additional Data Validation Report for M-136 Post
Closure Permit, Fall 2015 Semi-annual Groundwater Report, Promontory EPA ID
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Dear Mr. Anderson:
The March 15, 2016 submittal of the ATK Launch Systems Promontory Facility M-136
LTTA Post Closure Permit, Fall 2015 Semi-annual Groundwater Report, included a
laboratory data validation summary report from AQS. Recently, AQS provided ATK an
additional data validation report more in the form of a case narrative. Please include this
additional information with the March 14 report.
If you have questions regarding this report, please contact Paul Elancock at (435) 863-
3344.
Sincerely,
George E. Gooch
Manager, Environmental Services
ATK Launch Systems
Orbital ATK, Inc. • P.O. Box 707 Brigham City, Utah 84302 • [phone]
Project/Site Name:
Collection Date:
Matrix:
Validation Level:
Sample Delivery Group (SDG):
Laboratory:
Case Narrative
1511002
Orbital ATK
0/V °ftya
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory
Promontory Groundwater Sampling
10/28/2015
Water
Level III
Samples
Client ID Lab ID
VOCs
8260B
Explosives
8330A
Perchlorate
314.0
Cond
9050A
H-5 1511002-01 X X
H-6 1511002-02 X X
H-2 1511002-03 X X
H-l 1511002-04 X X
BC-3 1511002-05 X X
H-7 1511002-06 X X
H-3 1511002-07 X X
H-4 1511002-08 X X
G-3 1511002-09 X X
G-31 1511002-10 X X
Data Quality Overview
Criteria Exceptions
Samples were received under proper
chain-of-custody and in good condition.
No exceptions
All holding times were met.No exceptions
Method blanks were free of
contamination.
No exceptions
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory Case Narrative
Criteria Exceptions
Sample preparation and analysis
proceeded normally. All calibration and
quality control criteria were met.
For Method 8260B, the continuing calibration recoveries
for were below laboratory acceptance limits for 1,2,4-
trichlorobenzene (79%) and vinyl chloride (76%). The
sample results were non-detect for these analytes.
There were no other known occurrences
which would adversely impact sample
integrity or data quality.
No exceptions
I certify that the above statements are true and approve the release of this data.
Quality Assurance Officer
05/19/2016
Date
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Orbital ATK
Case Narrative
Project/Site Name:
Collection Date:
Matrix:
Validation Level:
Sample Delivery Group (SDG):
Laboratory:
1511008
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory
Promontory Groundwater Sampling
11/4/2015
Water
Level III
Samples
Client ID Lab ID
VOCs
8260B
Explosives
8330A
Perchlorate
314.0
Cond
9050A
TB-001 1511008-01 X
EW-6 1511008-02 X
FB-001 1511008-03 X
Pipe
Spring 1511008-04 X
Shotgun
Spring 1511008-05 X
G-2 1511008-06 X
E-2 1511008-07 X
J-8 1511008-08 X
Data Quality Overview
Criteria Exceptions
Samples were received under proper
chain-of-custody and in good condition.
The original chain-of-custody requested VOCs along with
Perchlorate. However, due to lab error the VOCs were not
analyzed. The volatiles were resampled, analyzed and
reported on SDG 1512002.
All holding times were met.No exceptions
Method blanks were free of
contamination.
No exceptions
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory Case Narrative
Criteria Exceptions
Sample preparation and analysis
proceeded normally. All calibration and
quality control criteria were met.
No exceptions
There were no other known occurrences
which would adversely impact sample
integrity or data quality.
No exceptions
I certify that the above statements are true and approve the release of this data.
Quality Assurance Officer
05/19/2016
Date
Page 2 of 2
Orbital ATK
Case Narrative
Project/Site Name:
Collection Date:
Matrix:
Validation Level:
Sample Delivery Group (SDG):
Laboratory:
1512002
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory
Promontory Groundwater Sampling
11/8/2015
Water
Level III
Samples
Client ID Lab ID
VOCs
8260B
Explosives
8330A
Perchlorate
314.0
Cond
9050A
TB-001 1512002-01 X
Pipe
Spring 1512002-02 X
Shotgun
Spring 1512002-03 X
G-2 1512002-04 X
FB-001 1512002-05 X
E-2 1512002-06 X
J-8 1512002-07 X
H-5 1512002-08 X
H-51 1512002-09 X
. EW-6 1512002-10 X
Data Quality Overview
Criteria Exceptions
Samples were received under proper
chain-of-custody and in good condition.
No exceptions
All holding times were met.No exceptions
Method blanks were free of
contamination.
No exceptions
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory Case Narrative
Criteria Exceptions
Sample preparation and analysis
proceeded normally. All calibration and
quality control criteria were met.
For method 8260B, CCV recovery was slightly low (78.3%)
for vinyl chloride. All results were non-detect.
There were no other known occurrences
which would adversely impact sample
integrity or data quality.
No exceptions
I certify that the above statements are true and approve the release of this data.
05/19/2016
Date
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Data Validation Report
Project/Site Name:
Collection Date:
AQS Report Date:
Matrix:
Validation Level:
Validated By:
Sample Delivery Group (SDG):
Laboratory:
1511002
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory
Promontory Groundwater Sampling
10/28/2015
3/3/2016
Water
Level III
P. Ellingson
1.0 Introduction
This Sample Delivery Group (SDG) includes the groundwater samples listed below.
Client ID Lab ID
VOCs
8260B
Explosives
8330A
Perchlorate
314.0
Cond
9050A
H-5 1511002-01 X X
H-6 1511002-02 X X
H-2 1511002-03 X X
H-l 1511002-04 X X
BC-3 1511002-05 X X
H-7 1511002-06 X X
H-3 1511002-07 X X
H-4 1511002-08 X X
G-3 1511002-09 X X
G-31 1511002-10 X X
1.1 Project Overview
This report has been prepared by AQS, Inc. for Orbital ATK Environmental Compliance. The purpose of
the report is to provide an independent review of the laboratory data associated with annual
groundwater sampling at the Orbital ATK Promontory facility located in Corinne, Utah.
All analyses were performed by the Orbital ATK Environmental Laboratory located in Promontory, Utah.
That laboratory is certified to perform environmental testing by the Utah Environmental Laboratory
AQS, Inc.Data Validation Report
Certification Program (ELCP) in accordance with National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation
Program (NELAP) standards.
Data review was based on the US Environmental Protection Agency's National Functional Guidelines for
Organic and Inorganic Data Review (EPA 1999 and 2004), the referenced EPA methods and project-
specific control limits. Where specific guidance is not available, the data has been evaluated in a
conservative manner consistent with industry standards using professional experience.
Project methods include:
® Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) by EPA Method 8260B
• Perchlorate by EPA Method 314.0
1.2 Data Validation
Raw data review was not included in this Level III equivalent validation. The review was based primarily
on Quality Control (QC) summary data provided by the laboratory. The following are definitions of the
data qualifiers, in addition to the laboratory qualifiers, that may be used in this report.
J+ Data are qualified as estimated, with a high bias likely to occur. False positives or false
negatives are unlikely to have been reported.
J- Data are qualified as estimated, with a low bias likely to occur. False positives or false negatives
are unlikely to have been reported.
J Data are qualified as estimated; it is not possible to assess the direction of the potential bias.
False positives or false negatives are unlikely to have been reported.
R Data are qualified as rejected. There is a significant potential for the reporting of false
negatives or false positives.
UJ Indicates the compound or analyte was analyzed for but not detected. The sample detection
limit is an estimated value.
B The compound or analyte was found in an associated blank as well as in the sample.
None Indicates the data was not significantly impacted by the finding, therefore qualification was not
required.
1.3 Laboratory Accreditation
At the time of this review, the laboratory was properly certified by the State of Utah Environmental
Laboratory Certification Program (ELCP), a National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program
(NELAP) recognized accreditation body. Methods used for these analyses are approved by ELCP
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AQS, Inc.Data Validation Report
1.4 Sample Receipt
The chain-of-custodies were reviewed for accuracy, completeness and evidence of correct sample
preservation. No sample receipt problems were noted.
2.0 Volatile Organic Compounds (ERA Method 8260)
2.1 Holding Times
Samples are required to be analyzed within 14 days of collection. All samples were analyzed within
required holding times.
2.2 Initial Calibration
Initial calibration information was not provided by the laboratory. This parameter was not evaluated.
2.3 Continuing Calibration Verification
In the absence project limits, Continuing Calibration Verification (CCV) standard recovery should be
within laboratory limits, 80 -120% for most VOCs. Analyte recoveries for CCV samples were within QC
limits with the exceptions listed below. The following data qualifiers are recommended:
Sample(s)Analyte(s)Notes
Validation
Qualifiers
H-5 Vinyl chloride Recovery was slightly low (79% and 76%) for UJ for non-
H-6 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene these analytes. Results for these analytes detects
H-2 should be considered to be biased low.
H-l J for detects
BC-3
H-7
H-3
H-4
G-3
G-31
2.4 Blanks
Target analytes should not be detected in method or field blanks. Blanks for this method were free of
contamination.
2.5 Surrogate Recoveries
Surrogate recoveries should be 80-120%. Analyte recoveries for surrogate compounds were within QC
limits.
2.6 Matrix Spike (MS)/Matrix Spike Duplicates (MSD)
MS recovery should be 70 - 130%. RPD between MS and MSD should be <25%. MS/MSD results were
within QC limits.
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2.7 Laboratory Control Samples (LCSs)
LCS recovery should be 80 -120%. Analyte recoveries for LCSs were within QC limits.
2.8 Field Duplicates
Field duplicates were not evaluated for this SDG.
3.0 Perchlorate (ERA Method 314.0)
3.1 Holding Times
Samples are required to be analyzed within 28 days of collection. All samples were analyzed within
required holding times.
3.2 Initial Calibration
Initial calibration information was not provided by the laboratory. This parameter was not evaluated.
3.3 Continuing Calibration Verification (CCV)
CCV recovery should be 85 - 115%. Analyte recoveries for CCV samples were within QC limits.
3.4 Blanks
Target analytes should not be detected in method or field blanks. Blanks for this method were free of
contamination.
3.5 Surrogate Recoveries
Not applicable for this method.
3.6 Matrix Spike (MS)/Matrix Spike Duplicates (MSD)
MS recovery should be 80 - 120%. RPD between MS and MSD should be <20%. MS/MSD results were
within QC limits.
3.7 Laboratory Control Samples (LCSs)
LCS recovery should be 80 -120%. Analyte recoveries for LCSs were within QC limits.
3.8 Field Duplicates
Field duplicates were not evaluated for this SDG.
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Data Validation Report
Project/Site Name:
Collection Date:
AQS Report Date:
Matrix:
Validation Level:
Validated By:
Sample Delivery Group (SDG):
Laboratory:
1511008
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory
Promontory Groundwater Sampling
11/4/2015
3/3/2016
Water
Level III
P. Ellingson
1.0 Introduction
This Sample Delivery Group (SDG) includes the groundwater samples listed below.
Client ID Lab ID
VOCs
8260B
Explosives
8330A
Perchlorate
314.0
Cond
9050A
TB-001 1511008-01 X
EW-6 1511008-02 X
FB-001 1511008-03 X
Pipe
Spring 1511008-04 X
Shotgun
Spring 1511008-05 X
G-2 1511008-06 X
E-2 1511008-07 X
J-8 1511008-08 X
1.1 Project Overview
This report has been prepared by AQS, Inc. for Orbital ATK Environmental Compliance. The purpose of
the report is to provide an independent review of the laboratory data associated with annual
groundwater sampling at the Orbital ATK Promontory facility located in Corinne, Utah.
All analyses were performed by the Orbital ATK Environmental Laboratory located in Promontory, Utah.
That laboratory is certified to perform environmental testing by the Utah Environmental Laboratory
AQS, Inc.Data Validation Report
Certification Program (ELCP) in accordance with National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation
Program (NELAP) standards.
Data review was based on the US Environmental Protection Agency's National Functional Guidelines for
Organic and Inorganic Data Review (EPA 1999 and 2004), the referenced EPA methods and project-
specific control limits. Where specific guidance is not available, the data has been evaluated in a
conservative manner consistent with industry standards using professional experience.
Project methods include:
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) by EPA Method 8260B
• Perchlorate by EPA Method 314.0
1.2 Data Validation
Raw data review was not included in this Level III equivalent validation. The review was based primarily
on Quality Control (QC) summary data provided by the laboratory. The following are definitions of the
data qualifiers, in addition to the laboratory qualifiers, that may be used in this report.
J+ Data are qualified as estimated, with a high bias likely to occur. False positives or false
negatives are unlikely to have been reported.
J- Data are qualified as estimated, with a low bias likely to occur. False positives or false negatives
are unlikely to have been reported.
J Data are qualified as estimated; it is not possible to assess the direction of the potential bias.
False positives or false negatives are unlikely to have been reported.
R Data are qualified as rejected. There is a significant potential for the reporting of false
negatives or false positives.
UJ Indicates the compound or analyte was analyzed for but not detected. The sample detection
limit is an estimated value.
B The compound or analyte was found in an associated blank as well as in the sample.
None Indicates the data was not significantly impacted by the finding, therefore qualification was not
required.
1.3 Laboratory Accreditation
At the time of this review, the laboratory was properly certified by the State of Utah Environmental
Laboratory Certification Program (ELCP), a National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program
(NELAP) recognized accreditation body. Methods used for these analyses are approved by ELCP.
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1.4 Sample Receipt
The chain-of-custodies were reviewed for accuracy, completeness and evidence of correct sample
preservation. No sample receipt problems were noted.
2.0 Volatile Organic Compounds (ERA Method 8260)
Not analyzed for this SDG.
3.0 Perchlorate (ERA Method 314.0)
3.1 Holding Times
Samples are required to be analyzed within 28 days of collection. All samples were analyzed within
required holding times.
3.2 Initial Calibration
Initial calibration information was not provided by the laboratory. This parameter was not evaluated.
3.3 Continuing Calibration Verification (CCV)
CCV recovery should be 85 - 115%. Analyte recoveries for CCV samples were within QC limits.
3.4 Blanks
Target analytes should not be detected in method or field blanks. Blanks for this method were free of
contamination.
3.5 Surrogate Recoveries
Not applicable for this method.
3.6 Matrix Spike (MS)/Matrix Spike Duplicates (MSD)
MS recovery should be 80 - 120%. RPD between MS and MSD should be <20%. MS/MSD results were
within QC limits.
3.7 Laboratory Control Samples (LCSs)
LCS recovery should be 80-120%. Analyte recoveries for LCSs were within QC limits.
3.8 Field Duplicates
Field duplicates were not evaluated for this SDG.
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alAQS
Data Validation Report
Project/Site Name:
Collection Date:
AQS Report Date:
Matrix:
Validation Level:
Validated By:
Sample Delivery Group (SDG):
Laboratory:
1512002
Orbital ATK Promontory Laboratory
Promontory Groundwater Sampling
12/8/2015
3/3/2016
Water
Level III
P. Ellingson
1.0 Introduction
This Sample Delivery Group (SDG) includes the groundwater samples listed below.
Client ID Lab ID
VOCs
8260B
Explosives
8330A
Perchlorate
314.0
Cond
9050A
TB-001 1512002-01 X
Pipe
Spring 1512002-02 X
Shotgun
Spring 1512002-03 X
G-2 1512002-04 X
FB-001 1512002-05 X
E-2 1512002-06 X
J-8 1512002-07 X
H-5 1512002-08 X
H-51 1512002-09 X
EW-6 1512002-10 X
1.1 Project Overview
This report has been prepared by AQS, Inc. for Orbital ATK Environmental Compliance. The purpose of
the report is to provide an independent review of the laboratory data associated with annual
groundwater sampling at the Orbital ATK Promontory facility located in Corinne, Utah.
AQS, Inc.Data Validation Report
All analyses were performed by the Orbital ATK Environmental Laboratory located in Promontory, Utah.
That laboratory is certified to perform environmental testing by the Utah Environmental Laboratory
Certification Program (ELCP) in accordance with National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation
Program (NELAP) standards.
Data review was based on the US Environmental Protection Agency's National Functional Guidelines for
Organic and Inorganic Data Review (EPA 1999 and 2004), the referenced EPA methods and project-
specific control limits. Where specific guidance is not available, the data has been evaluated in a
conservative manner consistent with industry standards using professional experience.
Project methods include:
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) by EPA Method 8260B
o Perchlorate by EPA Method 314.0
1.2 Data Validation
Raw data review was not included in this Level III equivalent validation. The review was based primarily
on Quality Control (QC) summary data provided by the laboratory. The following are definitions of the
data qualifiers, in addition to the laboratory qualifiers, that may be used in this report.
J+ Data are qualified as estimated, with a high bias likely to occur. False positives or false
negatives are unlikely to have been reported.
J- Data are qualified as estimated, with a low bias likely to occur. False positives or false negatives
are unlikely to have been reported.
J Data are qualified as estimated; it is not possible to assess the direction of the potential bias.
False positives or false negatives are unlikely to have been reported.
R Data are qualified as rejected. There is a significant potential for the reporting of false
negatives or false positives.
UJ Indicates the compound or analyte was analyzed for but not detected. The sample detection
limit is an estimated value.
B The compound or analyte was found in an associated blank as well as in the sample.
None Indicates the data was not significantly impacted by the finding, therefore qualification was not
required.
1.3 Laboratory Accreditation
At the time of this review, the laboratory was properly certified by the State of Utah Environmental
Laboratory Certification Program (ELCP), a National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program
(NELAP) recognized accreditation body. Methods used for these analyses are approved by ELCP.
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1.4 Sample Receipt
The chain-of-custodies were reviewed for accuracy, completeness and evidence of correct sample
preservation. No sample receipt problems were noted.
2.0 Volatile Organic Compounds (ERA Method 8260)
2.1 Holding Times
Samples are required to be analyzed within 14 days of collection. All samples were analyzed within
required holding times.
2.2 Initial Calibration
Initial calibration information was not provided by the laboratory. This parameter was not evaluated.
2.3 Continuing Calibration Verification
In the absence project limits, Continuing Calibration Verification (CCV) standard recovery should be
within laboratory limits, 80 - 120% for most VOCs. Analyte recoveries for CCV samples were within QC
limits with the exceptions listed below. The following data qualifiers are recommended:
Sample(s)Analyte(s)Notes
Validation
Qualifiers
TB-001
Pipe Spring
Shotgun
Spring
G-2
FB-001
E-2
J-8
EW-6
Vinyl chloride Recovery was slightly low (78.3%) for this
analyte. Results for this analyte should be
considered to be biased low.
UJ for non-
detects
J for detects
2.4 Blanks
Target analytes should not be detected in method or field blanks. Blanks for this method were free of
contamination.
2.5 Surrogate Recoveries
Surrogate recoveries should be 80 -120%. Analyte recoveries for surrogate compounds were within QC
limits.
2.6 Matrix Spike (MS)/Matrix Spike Duplicates (MSD)
MS recovery should be 70 - 130%. RPD between MS and MSD should be <25%. MS/MSD results were
within QC limits.
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2.7 Laboratory Control Samples (LCSs)
LCS recovery should be 80 -120%. Analyte recoveries for LCSs were within QC limits.
2.8 Field Duplicates
Field duplicates were not evaluated for this SDG.
3.0 Perchlorate (ERA Method 314.0)
3.1 Holding Times
Samples are required to be analyzed within 28 days of collection. All samples were analyzed within
required holding times.
3.2 Initial Calibration
Initial calibration information was not provided by the laboratory. This parameter was not evaluated.
3.3 Continuing Calibration Verification (CCV)
CCV recovery should be 85 - 115%. Analyte recoveries for CCV samples were within QC limits.
3.4 Blanks
Target analytes should not be detected in method or field blanks. Blanks for this method were free of
contamination.
3.5 Surrogate Recoveries
Not applicable for this method.
3.6 Matrix Spike (MS)/Matrix Spike Duplicates (MSD)
MS recovery should be 80 - 120%. RPD between MS and MSD should be <20%. MS/MSD results were
within QC limits.
3.7 Laboratory Control Samples (LCSs)
LCS recovery should be 80 -120%. Analyte recoveries for LCSs were within QC limits.
3.8 Field Duplicates
Field duplicates were not evaluated for this SDG.
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