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ASTM standards for fire debris analysis: a review.

Eric Stauffer1, John J Lentini

  • 1Fire Investigation Department, Applied Technical Services Inc, 1190 Atlanta Industrial Drive, Marietta, GA 30066, USA. estauffer@atslab.com

Forensic Science International
|April 12, 2003
PubMed
Summary

The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) updated fire debris analysis standards E 1387 and E 1618, introducing new methods like solid-phase microextraction (SPME) and revising ignitable liquid classifications. Analysts must note these significant changes.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Science
  • Analytical Chemistry

Background:

  • The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) periodically revises standards critical for forensic analysis.
  • Standards E 1387 and E 1618 are foundational for fire debris analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent updates to ASTM standards E 1387 and E 1618.
  • To inform fire debris analysts about significant changes in standard practices and classifications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of updated ASTM standards E 1387 and E 1618.
  • Discussion of new analytical techniques, specifically solid-phase microextraction (SPME) for fire debris extraction.
  • Analysis of changes in the classification of ignitable liquids.

Main Results:

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  • ASTM E 1387 and E 1618 have been updated, affecting ignitable liquid classification.
  • A new standard for fire debris extraction using solid-phase microextraction (SPME) has been introduced.
  • The standard for acid stripping cleanup has not been reapproved.

    • Conclusions:

    • Fire debris analysts must be aware of the revised ASTM standards.
    • Understanding changes in ignitable liquid classification and extraction methods is crucial for accurate analysis.
    • The non-reapproval of the acid stripping standard necessitates alternative cleanup considerations.