Surendra Kumar Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Dr. Kumar has over 43 years of professional experience in the areas of analytical chemistry and chemical toxicology, water, wastewater, air and sediment quality monitoring, data validation, safety evaluation, and risk assessment. He has conducted human health and ecological risk assessment, performed evaluation of treatment technologies, and developed risk-based cleanup goals for various environmental media (soil, water, and air) contaminated with toxic chemicals. Dr. Kumar has considerable… Show more Dr. Kumar has over 43 years of professional experience in the areas of analytical chemistry and chemical toxicology, water, wastewater, air and sediment quality monitoring, data validation, safety evaluation, and risk assessment. He has conducted human health and ecological risk assessment, performed evaluation of treatment technologies, and developed risk-based cleanup goals for various environmental media (soil, water, and air) contaminated with toxic chemicals. Dr. Kumar has considerable experience with various EPA regulations such as the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Toxic Substances Control Act, Resources Conservation and Recovery Acts, and their successors - the Hazardous Solid Waste Amendments, and Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act. Additionally, he has directed Laboratory Testing Services of water, metals in drinking water, wastewater, soil, and air for over 25 years. He brings extensive industry experience to SPC. Show less

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

In 1997, Dr. Kumar assumed leadership of HI-TEK Environmental, Inc. DBA STAT Analysis Corporation, an Asbestos and Industrial Hygiene Laboratory, and successfully reinstated its NIST/NVLAP and AIHA accreditations. Key achievements include:• Directed the development and accreditation of Asbestos analysis using PCM, PLM, and TEM in compliance with NIST/NVLAP and AIHA standards.• Established and managed Volatile Organic, Semi-Volatile (PNAs, pesticides/PCBs), and Inorganic Laboratories… Show more In 1997, Dr. Kumar assumed leadership of HI-TEK Environmental, Inc. DBA STAT Analysis Corporation, an Asbestos and Industrial Hygiene Laboratory, and successfully reinstated its NIST/NVLAP and AIHA accreditations. Key achievements include:• Directed the development and accreditation of Asbestos analysis using PCM, PLM, and TEM in compliance with NIST/NVLAP and AIHA standards.• Established and managed Volatile Organic, Semi-Volatile (PNAs, pesticides/PCBs), and Inorganic Laboratories, ensuring adherence to Illinois NELAC requirements.• Developed and oversaw the Air Toxics laboratory, implementing TO-15, TO-13, TO-3, and TO-25 methods per NELAC guidelines.• Spearheaded the creation of a comprehensive Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) system using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).• Recruited and managed quality assurance and LIMS personnel to enhance data review processes and ensure timely, accurate reporting to STAT’s clients.• Played a key role in ensuring data quality for over 35 Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) site remediation projects.• Regularly engaged with customers to gather feedback and improve STAT’s service capabilities. Show less

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Doctor'S Degree, Chemistry

Master Of Science - Ms, Chemistry