QTP4B071-5 — Air Force Specialty Code 4B071 Bioenvironmental Engineering Occupational and Environmental Air/Gas Sampling

QTP4B071-5 governs qualification training for occupational and environmental air/gas sampling using specified detection equipment and analysis methods.

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  • Publication number: QTP4B071-5
  • Title: Air Force Specialty Code 4B071 Bioenvironmental Engineering Occupational and Environmental Air/Gas Sampling
  • Date: 2022-07-15

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QTP4B071-5 contains task steps for detector tubes, PID/FID analyzers, portable GC/MS systems, combustible gas meters, and air-sample result analysis. It requires calibration, monitoring, data recording, equivalent OEEL calculations, concentration conversions, confidence-limit calculations, and interpretation of air sample results.

Topics covered

  • Detector tubes and chips
  • PID/FID analyzers
  • Portable GC/MS
  • Combustible gas meters
  • Equivalent OEEL calculations
  • Raw concentration conversion
  • Air sample result interpretation

Questions and answers

What must be done before beginning a Simultest Set V detector tube test?

Before beginning the test using the Simultest Set V detector tubes, you will need to activate the cyanogen chloride tube. (paragraph 1)

How often must TVA-1000B calibration be completed?

Calibration must be completed each day the TVA-1000B is used. (paragraph 3)

How long must the TVA-1000B warm up before calibration?

Prior to performing calibration, the instrument must be on and warmed up for approximately 30 minutes. (paragraph 3)

What concentration should be entered for PID-only or FID-only calibration?

If PID only, enter concentration of isobutylene. If FID only, enter concentration of methane. (paragraph 4)

How is the TVA-1000B powered down?

To power down this instrument, press and hold the OFF key. (paragraph 5)

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