ASTM D4599-97
Historical Standard: ASTM D4599-97 Standard Practice for Measuring the Concentration of Toxic Gases or Vapors Using Length-of-Stain Dosimeters
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ASTM D4599
1. Scope
1.1 This practice describes the detection and measurement of time weighted average (TWA) concentrations of toxic gases or vapors using length-of-stain colorimetric dosimeter tubes. A list of some of the gases and vapors that can be detected by this practice is provided in Annex A1. This list is given as a guide and should be considered neither absolute nor complete.
1.2 Length-of-stain colorimetric dosimeters work by diffusional sampling. The results are immediately available by visual observation; thus no auxiliary sampling, test nor analysis equipment are needed. The dosimeters, therefore, are extremely simple to use and very cost effective.
1.3 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
D1356 Terminology Relating to Sampling and Analysis of Atmospheres
Keywords
air monitoring; colorimetric dosimeter tubes; diffusional sampling; dosimeter tubes; sampling and analysis; toxic gases and vapors; workplace atmospheres; Atmospheric analysis; Colorimetric analysis--atmospheric; Concentration (of elements); Dosimetry; Gases (atmospheric); Health hazards; Length-of-stain dosimetry; Occupational health and safety--atmospheric; Organic compounds--atmospheric; Sampling air/atmospheric materials/applications; Vapor phase analysis/processing--atmospheric; Visual examination; Workplace air/atmospheres;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 13.320 (Alarm and warning systems)
DOI: 10.1520/D4599-97
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