A listing of all sampling (operational and compliance monitoring) and analyses required together with appropriate protocols for proper sampling, storage, transportation, and analysis shall be provided. In addition, a quality control/quality assurance plan shall be developed. The sampling and analysis plan must include a description of sampling that is reflective of the conditions of the permit for: influent, effluent, and eventually groundwater monitoring wells.

The plan must include the parameter that is being tested for (e.g. pH, BOD₅, COD, etc.), its frequency of testing (e.g. daily, weekly, monthly, etc), and the method for testing (e.g. Standard Methods, Official National Methods, etc.). The method of sampling (e.g. grab or composite) shall also be stated in the sampling plan. Process control testing and the parameter and frequency must also be incorporated. The sampling and analysis plan must include locations of where testing must be performed to ensure that process units are operating properly and efficiently. The sampling plan for the groundwater monitoring wells must state the location of the well and its designation number.

If analysis is done on site or transported to a certified lab then this must be so stated in the plan. Any on-site equipment such as pH meters must have documentation for the proper operation of such equipment including calibration information. If chemicals or buffer solutions are required for calibrating equipment they must be stored and handled according to manufacturer’s recommendations.