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ASTM F2534-06

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Standard Guide for Visually Estimating Oil Spill Thickness on Water

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1.1 This guide provides information and criteria for estimating the thickness of oil on water using only visual clues.

1.2 This guide applies to oil-on-water and does not pertain to oil on land or other surfaces.

1.3 This guide is generally applicable for all types of crude oils and most petroleum products, under a variety of marine or fresh water conditions.

1.4 The thickness values obtained using this guide are at best estimates because the appearance of oil on water may be affected by a number of factors including oil type, sea state, visibility conditions, and weather.

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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.


Estimations of oil slick thickness are useful for:

3.1.1 Estimating amount (volume) of oil in an area,

3.1.2 Positioning oil spill countermeasures in optimal locations,

3.1.3 Evaluating a spill situation,

3.1.4 Estimating volume for legal or prosecution purposes, such as for an illegal discharge, and

3.1.5 Developing spill control strategies.

SDO ASTM: ASTM International
Document Number F2534
Publication Date June 1, 2006
Language en - English
Page Count 4
Revision Level 06
Supercedes
Committee F20.16
Publish Date Document Id Type View
April 1, 2017 F2534-17 Revision
Jan. 1, 2012 F2534-12 Revision
June 1, 2006 F2534-06 Revision
March 1, 2022 F2534-17R22 Reaffirmation