Full Description

1.1This practice describes standard procedures for sampling waste on open and closed conveying systems and is applicable to any waste material that can be conveyed to a waste pile or container. The conveyor system can be a vertical (vertical lifts), sloped or horizontal type.

1.2This practice is intended for particles and slurries, which can be sampled using scoop, dipper, or shovel type samplers.

1.3The practice is not intended for large size sample constituents, such as boulders, large rocks, and debris.

1.4This 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.