Entries by Kimberly Stoll

EPA Method 1633 and How It Can Help You with Your PFAS Testing Needs.

What is EPA Method 1633? EPA Method 1633 is a draft method developed by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to measure 40 different types of PFAS in various environmental matrices, such as water, soil, biosolids, and tissue. The method uses liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) to separate and detect the PFAS compounds in the […]

BSK Support for Wildfire Devastation

BSK Support for Wildfire Devastation BSK has a vast history of providing testing support after wildfire devastation. Heavy metals found in a 1970’s bucket of paint, or even old crockery can cause a devastating amount of toxins to enter our soil and drinking water. How BSK Can Help BSK is here to help. Our metals […]

Pinole-Hercules Water Pollution Control Plant

Pinole-Hercules Water Pollution Control Plant Pinole-Hercules Water Pollution Control Plant Upgrade Project, Pinole, CA The Pinole-Hercules Water Pollution Control Plant is operated under joint agreement between two cities; the City of Pinole and the City of Hercules. The Plant was upgraded on a small site to expand its capacity, meet new discharge requirements, and provide […]

The Science of Testing For Mercury in Wildfire Impacted Soil and Groundwater

THE SCIENCE OF TESTING FOR MERCURY IN WILDFIRE IMPACTED SOIL AND GROUNDWATER California’s increasing wildfire frequency and intensity have raised significant environmental concerns, including the mobilization of toxic substances like mercury (Hg). Mercury, a persistent and bioaccumulative heavy metal, can be released from both natural and anthropogenic sources during wildfires, posing risks to ecosystems and […]

How to Propose Projects with Confidence: Simple Steps to Stop Underselling Your Skills

Proposing Work Without Underselling Your Expertise Let’s be honest—writing proposals as a Geoprofessional can sometimes feel like a special form of torture. You’re essentially saying, “Please pick me! But also, here’s exactly how much it’s going to cost you, and yes, I know my competitor may have quoted 20% less.” It’s somewhat akin to asking […]

BSK Associates Donates to Odyssey Learning Center in Support of Children with Autism

BSK Associates Donates to Odyssey Learning Center in Support of Children with Autism, Thanks to Employee-Driven Sponsorship Program What happens when a company empowers its employees to give back? Amazing changes begin to take place in local communities. BSK Associates is proud to announce that Odyssey Learning Center has been selected as the recipient of […]

BSK Associates Bakersfield-Grand Opening Event

BSK Associates Bakersfield-Grand Opening Event On April 3, 2025, BSK Associates proudly celebrated the grand opening of our new Bakersfield office located at 4820 Rosedale Lane. It was a day filled with excitement, community connection, and a shared sense of accomplishment as we officially opened the doors to our expanded facility. The event kicked off with […]

Hexavalent Chromium Monitoring Testing in California Deadline

Upcoming Deadline: Hexavalent Chromium Monitoring Compliance by April 1, 2025 California’s new Hexavalent Chromium Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) of 10 µg/L goes into effect on October 1, 2024. To comply with California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Section 64432, community and nontransient-noncommunity water systems must complete initial monitoring by April 1, 2025, unless they are […]

BSK Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting

BSK Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting – Join Us in Bakersfield on April 3, 2025! BSK will be hosting a grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate our new location at 4820 Rosedale Lane Bakersfield, CA 93314. Local dignitaries have been invited to attend. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Thursday April 3, […]