§4.1.3 Sampling standards for different waste types

Waste can be present in a large variety of composition and consistency. To ensure reliable results, sampling methods need to be adapted according to the nature of the waste to be sampled. CEN/TR 15310-2:2006 provides detailed information on sampling methods and techniques for different waste types while considering different circumstances. The following materials are referred to: — mobile or viscous liquids — sludge or paste-like substances — powders granules and small crystals — coarse or lumpy solids. For most of these materials CEN/TR 15310-2:2006 refers to the following ways in which the waste may be stored or otherwise be available for sampling: — drums, bags, kegs, blocks, cask or small or flexible walled containers — vertical uniform or irregular, or horizontal cylindrical tanks — moving liquids in a pipeline — lagoons or pits — hoppers, heaps, stockpiles and silos, falling streams and band or screw conveyors — massive or large pieces. Complementary, CEN/TR 15310-3:2006 describes relevant aspects for preparation of sampling and sub-sampling in the field considering different consistencies of the waste in question. Please note that further technical guidance on sampling methods for waste may be available on MS specific level.

← 4.1.2 · All articles · 4.1.4 →

Source: EUR-Lex (Cellar) · retrieved 2026-09-07