ASTM Section 11: Water and Environmental Technology is a collection of standards that covers a broad range of areas related to water, environmental quality, and technology. The section includes eight volumes, which address various topics such as:
- Water (I) – Focusing on water quality, including drinking water, and its chemical and biological properties.
- Water (II) – Further detailing water quality issues, particularly methods for testing and analyzing water.
- Occupational Health and Safety – Includes standards related to environmental health as it pertains to occupational settings.
- Waste Management – Covers standards related to the handling, disposal, and treatment of waste materials.
- Environmental Assessment, Risk Management, and Corrective Action – Deals with standards for assessing environmental risks and implementing corrective actions.
- Biological Effects and Environmental Fate – Focuses on the impacts of chemicals on environmental systems, including industrial biotechnology.
- Air Quality – Includes standards for monitoring and managing air quality.
- Pesticides, Antimicrobials, and Oil Spill Response – Covers guidelines for managing hazardous substances and mitigating oil spills
These standards are essential for ensuring public safety, environmental protection, and compliance with regulations in various industries.
