1.1 This guide covers the selection of containment boom that may be used to control spills of oil and other substances that float on a body of water.
1.2 This guide does not address the compatibility of spill control equipment with spill products. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure than any equipment selected is compatible with anticipated products.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.4 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 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 F1523-94(2018) Referenced Document
ASTM D751 Standard Test Methods for Coated Fabrics
ASTM F1093 Standard Test Methods for Tensile Strength Characteristics of Oil Spill Response Boom*, 2023-05-01 Update
ASTM F625 Standard Practice for Classifying Water Bodies for Spill Control Systems
ASTM F715 Standard Test Methods for Coated Fabrics Used for Oil Spill Control and Storage
ASTM F1523-94(2018) history
2023ASTM F1523-94(2023) Standard Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications
2018ASTM F1523-94(2018) Standard Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications
2013ASTM F1523-94(2013) Standard Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications
1994ASTM F1523-94(2007) Standard Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications
1994ASTM F1523-94(2001) Standard Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications
2001ASTM F1523-94 Standard Guide for Selection of Booms in Accordance With Water Body Classifications