1.1 This specification covers design criteria requirements, design geometry, material characteristics, and desirable features for oil spill response boom connections. These criteria are intended to define minimum mating characteristics and are not intended to be restrictive to a specific configuration.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM F962-04(2023) Referenced Document
ASTM F1523 Standard Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications
ASTM F818 Standard Terminology Relating to Spill Response Barriers
ASTM F962-04(2023) history
2023ASTM F962-04(2023) Standard Specification for Oil Spill Response Boom Connection: Z-Connector
2018ASTM F962-04(2018) Standard Specification for Oil Spill Response Boom Connection: Z-Connector
2004ASTM F962-04(2010) Standard Specification for Oil Spill Response Boom Connection: Z-Connector
2004ASTM F962-04 Standard Specification for Oil Spill Response Boom Connection: Z-Connector
1999ASTM F962-99 Standard Specification for Oil Spill Response Boom Connection