1.1 This practice covers the procedures required for recognizing and handling an acid vapor degreaser or still.
1.2 If the degreaser(s) is equipped with a still, follow the procedure in this practice for all of the equipment.
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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 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 D4579-00(2017) Referenced Document
ASTM D2110 Standard Test Method for pH of Water Extractions of Halogenated Organic Solvents and Their Admixtures
ASTM D2942 Standard Test Method for Total Acid Acceptance of Halogenated Organic Solvents (Nonreflux Methods)
ASTM D3698 Standard Practice for Solvent Vapor Degreasing Operations
ASTM D4276 Standard Practice for Confined Area Entry
ASTM D4579-00(2017) history
2023ASTM D4579-00(2023) Standard Practice for Handling an Acid Degreaser or Still
2017ASTM D4579-00(2017) Standard Practice for Handling an Acid Degreaser or Still
2000ASTM D4579-00(2012) Standard Practice for Handling an Acid Degreaser or Still
2000ASTM D4579-00(2006) Standard Practice for Handling an Acid Degreaser or Still
2000ASTM D4579-00 Standard Practice for Handling an Acid Degreaser or Still
1996ASTM D4579-96 Standard Practice for Handling an Acid Degreaser or Still