Standard Practice for Collection of Settled Dust Samples Using Wipe Sampling Methods for Subsequent Determination of Metals

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This practice is intended for the collection of settled dust samples for the subsequent measurement of target metals. The practice is meant for use in the collection of settled dust samples that are of interest in clearance, hazard evaluation, risk assessment, and other purposes.  
5.2 This practice is recommended for the collection of settled dust samples from hard, relatively smooth nonporous surfaces. This practice is less effective for collecting settled dust samples from surfaces with substantial texture such as rough concrete, brickwork, textured ceilings, and soft fibrous surfaces such as upholstery and carpeting. Micro-vacuum sampling using Practice D7144 may be more suitable for these surfaces. Collection efficiency for metals such as lead from smooth, hard surfaces has been found to exceed 75 % (Specification E1792).
SCOPE
1.1 This practice covers the collection of settled dust on surfaces using the wipe sampling method. These samples are collected in a manner that will permit subsequent extraction and determination of target metals in the wipes using laboratory analysis techniques such as atomic spectrometry.  
1.2 This practice does not address the sampling design criteria (that is, sampling plan which includes the number and location of samples) that are used for clearance, hazard evaluation, risk assessment, and other purposes. To provide for valid conclusions, sufficient numbers of samples should be obtained as directed by a sampling plan, for example, in accordance with Guide D7659.  
1.3 This practice contains notes that are explanatory and are not part of the mandatory requirements of this practice.  
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.6 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.

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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.
Designation: D6966 − 18
Standard Practice for
Collection of Settled Dust Samples Using Wipe Sampling
1
Methods for Subsequent Determination of Metals
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6966; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope D1356 Terminology Relating to Sampling and Analysis of
Atmospheres
1.1 This practice covers the collection of settled dust on
D4840 Guide for Sample Chain-of-Custody Procedures
surfaces using the wipe sampling method. These samples are
D7144 Practice for Collection of Surface Dust by Micro-
collected in a manner that will permit subsequent extraction
vacuum Sampling for Subsequent Metals Determination
and determination of target metals in the wipes using labora-
D7659 Guide for Strategies for Surface Sampling of Metals
tory analysis techniques such as atomic spectrometry.
and Metalloids for Worker Protection
1.2 This practice does not address the sampling design
D7707 Specification forWipe Sampling Materials for Beryl-
criteria (that is, sampling plan which includes the number and
lium in Surface Dust
location of samples) that are used for clearance, hazard
E1792 Specification for Wipe Sampling Materials for Lead
evaluation, risk assessment, and other purposes.To provide for
in Surface Dust
valid conclusions, sufficient numbers of samples should be
obtained as directed by a sampling plan, for example, in
3. Terminology
accordance with Guide D7659.
3.1 For definitions of terms not listed here, seeTerminology
1.3 This practice contains notes that are explanatory and are
D1356.
not part of the mandatory requirements of this practice.
3.2 Definitions:
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
3.2.1 batch, n—a group of field or quality control (QC)
standard. No other units of measurement are included in this
samples that are collected or processed together at the same
standard.
time using the same reagents and equipment.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
3.2.2 wipe, n—adisposabletowellettethatismoistenedwith
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
a wetting agent. E1792
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
3.2.2.1 Discussion—These towellettes are used to collect
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
samples of settled dust on surfaces for subsequent determina-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
tion of metals content in the collected dust.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
3.3 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
3.3.1 field blank, n—a wipe (see 3.2.2) that is exposed to the
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
same handling as field samples except that no sample is
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
collected (no surface is actually wiped).
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
3.3.1.1 Discussion—Analysis results from field blanks pro-
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
vide information on the analyte background level in the wipe,
combined with the potential contamination experienced by
2. Referenced Documents
samples collected within the batch (see 3.2.1) resulting from
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
handling.
4. Summary of Practice
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This practice is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D22 on Air Quality
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D22.04 on WorkplaceAir Quality.
4.1 Wipe samples of settled dust are collected on surfaces
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2018. Published November 2018. Originally
from areas of known dimensions with wipes satisfying certain
approved in 2003. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as D6966 – 13. DOI:
requirements, using a specified pattern of wiping.
10.1520/D6966-18.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
4.2 The collected wipes are then ready for subsequent
contactASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. ForAnnual Book ofASTM
sample preparation and analysis for the measurement of metals
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website. of interest.
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wipes not meeting the requirements described
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This document is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Because
it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation: D6966 − 13 D6966 − 18
Standard Practice for
Collection of Settled Dust Samples Using Wipe Sampling
1
Methods for Subsequent Determination of Metals
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6966; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This practice covers the collection of settled dust on surfaces using the wipe sampling method. These samples are collected
in a manner that will permit subsequent extraction and determination of target metals in the wipes using laboratory analysis
techniques such as atomic spectrometry.
1.2 This practice does not address the sampling design criteria (that is, sampling plan which includes the number and location
of samples) that are used for clearance, hazard evaluation, risk assessment, and other purposes. To provide for valid conclusions,
sufficient numbers of samples should be obtained as directed by a sampling plan, for example, in accordance with Guide D7659.
1.3 This practice contains notes that are explanatory and are not part of the mandatory requirements of this practice.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this 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 safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 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.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
D1356 Terminology Relating to Sampling and Analysis of Atmospheres
D4840 Guide for Sample Chain-of-Custody Procedures
D7144 Practice for Collection of Surface Dust by Micro-vacuum Sampling for Subsequent Metals Determination
D7659 Guide for Strategies for Surface Sampling of Metals and Metalloids for Worker Protection
D7707 Specification for Wipe Sampling Materials for Beryllium in Surface Dust
E1792 Specification for Wipe Sampling Materials for Lead in Surface Dust
3. Terminology
3.1 For definitions of terms not listed here, see Terminology D1356.
3.2 Definitions:
3.2.1 batch, n—a group of field or quality control (QC) samples that are collected or processed together at the same time using
the same reagents and equipment.
3.2.2 sampling location, n—a specific area within a sampling site that is subjected to sample collection.
3.2.2.1 Discussion—
Multiple sampling locations are commonly designated for a single sampling site (see 3.2.3).
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This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D22 on Air Quality and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D22.04 on Workplace Air Quality.
Current edition approved April 1, 2013Nov. 1, 2018. Published April 2013November 2018. Originally approved in 2003. Last previous edition approved in 20082013 as
D6966 – 08.D6966 – 13. DOI: 10.1520/D6966-13.10.1520/D6966-18.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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3.2.3 sampling site, n—a local geographic area that contains the sampling locations (see 3.2.2).
3.2.3.1 Discussion—
A sampling site is generally limited to an area that is easily covered by walking.
3.2.2 wipe, n—a disposable towellette that is moistened with a wetting agent. E1792
3.2.2.1 Discussion—
These towellettes are used to collect samples of settled dust on surfaces for subsequent determination of metals content in the
collected dust.
3.3 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.3.1 field blank, n—a wipe (see 3.2.43.2.2) that is exposed to the same handling as field samples except that no sample is
collected (no surface is actually wi
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