WK70293 - New Test Method for Analysis of Asbestos in Vermiculite - Analysis Method

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ASTM WK70293

New Test Method for Analysis of Asbestos in Vermiculite - Analysis Method

1. Scope

This method is intended to provide the methods of preparation and analysis for the presence and quantitation of asbestos in vermiculite products including the products that contain other materials. The asbestos will be identified and counted by standard microscopical procedures consistent with the suite of ASTM asbestos methods for air (D6281), Dust (D5755) and Soil (D7521).

Keywords

vermiculite; TEM; PLM; asbestos

Rationale

Thousands of homes were constructed with vermiculite attic insulation and vermiculite is a constituent in many building products. Vermiculite mined in Libby, Montana has been found to contain asbestos and asbestos-related disease has been found in the general population of Libby. The users of this method will be regulators, home owners, environmental consultants.

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: D22.07

Committee: D22

Staff Manager: Ashley Wiand

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 10-22-2019

Technical Contact: James Millette

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