ASTM International Standard Test Method for Screen Analysis of Asbestos Fibers ASTM D2947/D2947M-88(2011)e1

1.1 This test method covers a dry screen analysis for asbestos fiber by means of a mechanical sieve shaker. 1.2 This test method is limited in its application to Group 4 and shorter chrysotile asbestos fiber samples as defined in Test Method D3639. However, some short amphibole asbestos fibers may be suitable for evaluation by this method. 1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard. 1.4 WarningBreathing of asbestos dust is hazardous. Asbestos and asbestos products present demonstrated health risks for users and for those with whom they come into contact. In addition to other precautions, when working with asbestos-cement products, minimize the dust that results. For information on the safe use of chrysoltile asbestos, refer to “Safe Use of Chrysotile Asbestos: A Manual on Preventive and Control Measures.” 1.5 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. For specific safety hazard, see 1.4. ^REFERENCE: ASTM Standards: D2590 Test Method for Sampling Chrysotile Asbestos D2946 Terminology for Asbestos and Asbestos–Cement Products D3639 Test Method for Classification of Asbestos by Quebec Standard Test D3879 Test Method for Sampling Amphibole Asbestos (Withdrawn) E11 Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves E177 Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods