Creation and Maintenance of SOPs for Surface Water Quality
This document describes the procedures for creating, reviewing, and maintaining SOPs for the Surface Water Quality Bureau. It contains information on responsibilities, background, precautions, and definitions. It aims to ensure consistency and uniformity in SOP development.
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Program Managers need this file to ensure SOPs align with program goals and objectives.
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Quality Assurance Officers need this file to validate and approve SOPs.
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Subject Matter Experts need this file to prepare and revise SOPs based on applicable references.
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Other Personnel and Staff need this file to acknowledge and follow the SOP procedures.
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What are the instructions for submitting this form?
To submit this form, complete all required sections and obtain necessary signatures. You can submit it via email to the Quality Assurance Officer, fax it to the provided fax number, or use the online submission form available on the SWQB's website. Ensure that all sections are accurately filled out before submission to avoid non-compliance.
What are the important dates for this form in 2024 and 2025?
The important dates for this form are: Effective Date: November 14, 2017, Revision Date: November 14, 2019.

What is the purpose of this form?
The purpose of this form is to guide the creation, review, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Surface Water Quality Bureau. It outlines responsibilities for various roles including Program Managers, Project Managers, Quality Assurance Officers, and Subject Matter Experts. By following this SOP, the bureau ensures consistency and uniformity in its procedures, enhancing the quality and reliability of environmental data collection and field activities.

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- 1. Title: The title of the SOP document.
- 2. Effective Date: The date when the SOP becomes effective.
- 3. Revision Number: The current revision number of the SOP.
- 4. Next Revision Date: The date for the next scheduled review and revision of the SOP.
- 5. Approval Signatures: Signatures from the Acting Quality Assurance Officer and the Subject Matter Expert/Program Manager.
- 6. Purpose and Scope: A section describing the purpose and scope of the SOP.
- 7. Responsibilities: Details the responsibilities of various roles involved in the SOP process.
- 8. Background and Precautions: Provides background information and procedural and safety precautions.
- 9. Definitions: Definitions of key terms and roles relevant to the SOP.
What happens if I fail to submit this form?
Failing to submit this form can lead to several issues.
- Non-Compliance: Not submitting the form may result in non-compliance with procedural standards.
- Outdated Procedures: Failure to submit can result in not updating the SOPs, which can affect the quality of procedures.
How do I know when to use this form?

- 1. New SOP Creation: For developing new SOPs to ensure consistency and uniformity.
- 2. SOP Review: Use this form to review existing SOPs every two years.
- 3. SOP Maintenance: For making updates and revisions to existing SOPs as needed.
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Who needs to use this file?
Program managers, project managers, quality assurance officers, subject matter experts, and other staff need to use this file to create, review, and maintain SOPs.
What is the purpose of this file?
The purpose of this file is to ensure consistency and uniformity in the development of SOPs for the Surface Water Quality Bureau.
How often should SOPs be reviewed?
SOPs should be reviewed every two years to ensure they are up-to-date and relevant.
What are the responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Officer?
The Quality Assurance Officer is responsible for ensuring SOPs meet bureau requirements, notifying SMEs for reviews, requesting input, approving SOPs, and maintaining copies.
What are the safety precautions for this SOP?
This SOP does not cover specific safety issues beyond those typical of an office environment.
What happens if I fail to submit this form?
Failing to submit this form may result in non-compliance with procedural standards and lack of updated SOPs.
How can I ensure that the SOP is accessible?
The Quality Assurance Officer ensures the SOP is accessible through the SWQB's website and internal server.