ASTM-C966 1998

ASTM C966

Scope

1.1 This guide covers the methods of installing asbestos-cement (A-C) nonpressure sewer and storm drain pipe and fittings to utilize the material’s performance properties to the fullest advantage. Included are recommendations and directives for storing, handling, and transporting pipe, trench excavation, pipe embedment, recommended work practices, assembly and installation, backfill placement, and field testing of installed pipe and fittings in pipelines.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of whoever uses this standard to consult and establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precaution statements are given in the annex of this guide.

Keywords

Asbestos-cement products-pipe; Drainage systems-sewer/drain pipe (asbestos-cement); Nonpressure piping; Trenches; installing asbestos-cement nonpressure sewer pipe lines, guide,; Installation-underground; asbestos-cement nonpressure sewer pipe lines, guide

ICS Code

ICS Number Code n/a

DOI: 10.1520/C0966-98