Field Sample Data Sheets. As noted previously in Section A9, field teams will record sample information on the most current version of the game tissue collection FSDS. Use of standardized forms ensures consistent documentation across samplers. Hard copy FSDSs are location-specific and allow for the entry of up to three individual samples from the same location on the same FSDS form. If columns are left incomplete due to fewer than three samples being recorded on a sheet, the blank columns will be crossed out, dated, and signed by the field team member completing the FSDS. Erroneous information recorded on a hard copy FSDS will be corrected with a single line strikeout, initial, and date. The correct information will be entered in close proximity to the erroneous entry. FSDS information will be completed in the field before field personnel leave the tissue sampling location. To ensure that all applicable data is accurately entered and all fields are complete, a different field team member will check each FSDS. The team member completing the hard copy form and the team member checking the form will initial the FSDS in the proper fields. In addition, the FTL will also complete periodic checks of FSDSs prior to relinquishment of the samples to the field sample coordinator. Once FSDSs and samples are relinquished to the field sample coordination staff, the FSDSs are again checked for accuracy and completeness when data are input into the local Scribe field database. If a revision is required to the hard copy FSDS during any of these checks, it will be returned to the field team member initially responsible for its completion. The error will be explained to the team member and the FSDS corrected. If the team member is no longer on site, revisions will be made by sample coordination staff or the FTL. It is the responsibility of the field data manager to make the appropriate change in the local Scribe field database. Each hard copy FSDS is assigned a unique sequential number. This number will be referenced in the field logbook entries related to samples recorded on individual sheets. Field administrative staff will manage the hard copy FSDSs in their respective field office. Original FSDSs will be filed by medium and FSDS number. Hard copies of all FSDS forms will also be sent to the CDM Xxxxx office in Denver, Colorado for archive.
