ASTM D5438-00
Standard Practice for Collection of Floor Dust for Chemical Analysis

Standard No.
ASTM D5438-00
Release Date
2000
Published By
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
Status
Replace By
ASTM D5438-05
Latest
ASTM D5438-23
Scope

1.1 This practice covers a procedure for the collection of a sample of dust from carpets and bare floors that can be analyzed for lead, pesticides, or other chemical compounds and elements.

1.2 This practice is applicable to a variety of carpeted and bare floor surfaces. It has been tested for level loop and plush pile carpets and bare wood floors, specifically.

1.3 This practice is not intended for the collection and evaluation of dust for the presence of asbestos fibers.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

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.

ASTM D5438-00 history

  • 2023 ASTM D5438-23 Standard Practice for Collection of Floor Dust for Chemical Analysis
  • 2017 ASTM D5438-17 Standard Practice for Collection of Floor Dust for Chemical Analysis
  • 2011 ASTM D5438-11 Standard Practice for Collection of Floor Dust for Chemical Analysis
  • 2005 ASTM D5438-05 Standard Practice for Collection of Floor Dust for Chemical Analysis
  • 2000 ASTM D5438-00 Standard Practice for Collection of Floor Dust for Chemical Analysis



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