Test Methods
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This Web site provides resources relating to "Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste, Physical/Chemical Methods", also known as SW-846. This site contains updates about SW-846 and information about the development and approval process of SW-846 methods.
In support of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) program, EPA employs analytical chemistry and characteristic testing methodologies, environmental sampling and monitoring, and quality assurance.
- SW-846: EPA Waste's official compendium of analytical and sampling methods that have been evaluated and approved for use in complying with RCRA regulations.
- MICE Service: Answers method-related questions and takes comments on technical issues regarding SW-846 methods.
- The Performance-Based Measurement System (PBMS): Aids in selecting the most effective test method.
- National Environmental Monitoring Conference (NEMC): The annual conference for RCRA environmental monitoring and waste characterization.
- Methods Development and Approval Process: How to publish a method in SW-846.
- Resources: a number of key publications, links, and answers to frequent questions.