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S Y Kim1, S Q Hee, J Froines

  • 1Department of Environmental Health Sciences, University of California at Los Angeles, USA.

Applied Occupational and Environmental Hygiene
|June 15, 2000
PubMed
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This study enhances surface sampling methods for industrial hygiene using a modified American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) technique. Multiple passes significantly improve dust and soil sampling efficiency on various surfaces.

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Area of Science:

  • Industrial hygiene
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Analytical chemistry

Background:

  • Standardized surface sampling methods are crucial for industrial and environmental hygiene.
  • Existing methods, like the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) technique, require optimization for efficiency and versatility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To modify and validate an ASTM-based surface sampling technique for improved efficiency.
  • To assess the impact of particle size, surface type, and sampling passes on sampling efficiency.

Main Methods:

  • A modified ASTM surface sampling method was employed using a portable air sampling pump.
  • Dried and sieved soil samples of varying particle sizes (63-180 microns) were used.
  • Sampling was conducted on smooth and rough surfaces with multiple passes at a controlled flow rate (4.0 L/min).

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Main Results:

  • Initial sampling pass efficiency varied by particle size and surface type (e.g., 45% for largest particles on smooth surfaces).
  • After three passes, efficiency exceeded 83% regardless of particle size on smooth surfaces.
  • Rough surfaces showed higher initial efficiencies, and 3-5 passes were recommended for optimal results.

Conclusions:

  • The modified ASTM technique significantly enhances surface sampling efficiency with repeated passes.
  • The method is effective for quantifying loose dust/soil across a range of 100-1,500 µg/cm².
  • Standardized, efficient surface sampling is achievable through method modification and multiple passes.