Which items are included in dust wipe sampling materials?

• A. Wipes, gloves, shoe covers, containers, template, Tape, ruler, forms, labeling supplies, pen, calculator
• B. Brooms, dustpans, mops
• C. Safety goggles, respirator, gloves
• D. Notebooks and pens only

Answer: (A)

Dust wipe sampling requires a kit that covers collection, contamination control, and recordkeeping. Wipes are the medium used to collect dust from surfaces, while gloves and shoe covers help prevent contaminating the sample with oils, skin particles, or outdoor dust. Containers are needed to securely hold each sample, and a template helps you outline and consistently target the exact area being sampled. Tape keeps the template in place and marks boundaries, and a ruler lets you verify the size of the sampling area. Forms and labeling supplies organize and identify each sample, with a pen for notes and a calculator for any calculations you need, such as area measurements or derived concentrations. The other options either include only cleaning tools, only protective gear, or only notebooks, which do not provide the full, appropriate set of materials needed for proper dust wipe sampling.