ASTM F1990-99
Historical Standard: ASTM F1990-99 Standard Guide for In-Situ Burning of Spilled Oil: Ignition Devices
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ASTM F1990
1. Scope
1.1 This guide relates to the use of in-situ burning of spilled oil. The focus of the guide is in-situ burning of oil on water, but the ignition techniques and devices described in the guide are generally applicable to in-situ burning of oil spilled on land as well.
1.2 The purpose of this guide is to provide information that will enable oil-spill responders to select the appropriate techniques and devices to successfully ignite oil spilled on water.
1.3 This guide is one of several related to in-situ burning. Other standards cover specifications for fire-containment booms and the environmental and operational consideration for burning.
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 to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. In particular, the storage, transport, and use of ignition devices may be subject to regulations that will vary according to the jurisdiction. While guidance of a general nature is provided herein, users of this guide should determine regulations that apply to their situation.
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
D92 Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland Open Cup Tester
D975 Specification for Diesel Fuel Oils
F1788 Guide for In-Situ Burning of Oil Spills on Water: Environmental and Operational Considerations
F2152 Guide for In-Situ Burning of Spilled Oil: Fire-Resistant Boom
F2230 Guide for In-situ Burning of Oil Spills on Water: Ice Conditions
Keywords
ignition; in-situ burning; oil-spill burning; oil-spill disposal;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 75.180.10 (Exploratory, drilling and extraction equipment)
DOI: 10.1520/F1990-99
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