ASTM F1780-97(2002)
Historical Standard: ASTM F1780-97(2002) Standard Guide for Estimating Oil Spill Recovery System Effectiveness
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ASTM F1780
1. Scope
1.1 This guide covers the key factors to consider in estimating the effectiveness of containment and recovery systems that may be used to assist in the control of oil spills on water.
1.2 The purpose of this guide is to provide the user with information on assessing the effective use of spill-cleanup equipment. It is intended for use by those involved in planning for and responding to oil spills.
1.3 Sections of this guide describe calculation procedures for estimating recovery system effectiveness. It should be understood that any such calculations cannot be expected to predict system performance, but are intended to provide a common basis for comparing system performance.
1.4 One of the main reasons that the calculation procedures cannot be used to predict system performance is that the analysis is sensitive to assumptions made on the properties of the oil slick, and particularly the changes in slick thickness and emulsification. It is emphasized that the purpose of this guide is not to provide a standard method for estimating slick property changes, but rather to provide a standard guide for using that information in comparing system performance.
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
F625 Practice for Classifying Water Bodies for Spill Control Systems
F631 Guide for Collecting Skimmer Performance Data in Controlled Environments
F808 Guide for Collecting Skimmer Performance Data in Uncontrolled Environments
F1523 Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications
Keywords
Effectiveness testing; Oil spill control systems; Recovery; Storage stability--petroleum products; Total slick area;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 13.030.40 (Installations and equipment for waste disposal and treatment)
DOI: 10.1520/F1780-97R02
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