title: Comparison of collection efficiencies of sampling methods for removable beryllium surface contamination.
abstract: The primary goal of this study is to compare wet versus dry sampling methods for three different media, (Whatman 41 filter papers, GhostWipes, and SKC Smear Tabs), These media were selected because they are the most commonly used means for the collection of beryllium from contaminated surfaces within the DOE Complex. A range of known concentrations of beryllium was introduced onto a smooth nonporous surface. All three types of media were tested for collection efficiency in both the wet and dry mode and analyzed by inductively-coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry (ICP-AES).
authors.affiliation: The Plus Group, Sandia National Laboratories, PO Box 5800 MS 1103, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87185-1103, USA. skdufay@yahoo.com
authors.forename: Sarah K
authors.initials: SK
authors.lastname: Dufay
authors.forename: Melecita
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Archuleta
mesh_terms: D001608:Beryllium / Q000032:analysis*; D013058:Mass Spectrometry / Q000379:methods; D015203:Reproducibility of Results; D013048:Specimen Handling; D013499:Surface Properties
chemical_list: D001608:Beryllium