ASTM F1523-94(2001)
Historical Standard: ASTM F1523-94(2001) Standard Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications
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ASTM F1523
1. Scope
1.1 This guide covers the selection of containment boom that may be used to control spills of oil and other substances that float on a body of water.
1.2 This guide does not address the compatibility of spill control equipment with spill products. It is the user's responsibility to ensure than any equipment selected is compatible with anticipated products.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D751 Test Methods for Coated Fabrics
F625 Practice for Classifying Water Bodies for Spill Control Systems
F715 Test Methods for Coated Fabrics Used for Oil Spill Control and Storage
F1093 Test Methods for Tensile Strength Characteristics of Oil Spill Response Boom
Keywords
boom; oil spill; oil spill control equipment;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 47.020.40 (Lifting and cargo handling systems)
DOI: 10.1520/F1523-94R01
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