ASTM E2851/E2851M-13

ASTM E2851/E2851M-13 - 1.10.2013

1. Scope

1.1 This specification describes the ruggedness requirements for equipment used during Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) operations. The conditions defined by this specification include those related to equipment storage, transport, and field use.

1.2 This specification does not address passive personal protective equipment (PPE) such as respirators and protective suits.

1.3 The equipment addressed by this specification includes devices used to detect or monitor for hazardous material.

1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. When using a HAZMAT instrument, follow the manufacturer’s guidance and appropriate safety practices for the threat expected or suspected in the environment where the instrument will be used.

2. Referenced Documents

IEC 61000-4-3	Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)--Part 4-3: Testing and Measurement Techniques--Radiated, Radio-Frequency, Electromagnetic Field Immunity Test
UL 2075	Gas and Vapor Detectors and Sensors
IEC 61000-4-2	Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)--Part 4-2: Testing and Measurement Techniques--Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Test
IEC 61000-4-1	Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)--Part 4-1: Testing and Measurement Techniques--Overview of IEC 61000-4 Series
IEC 60529	Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (International Protection Rating or IP Code)
IEC 60068-2-75	Environmental Testing--Part 2-75: Tests--Tests Eh: Hammer Tests.
IEC 60068-2-18	Environmental Testing--Part 2-18: Tests--Test R and Guidance: Water
IEC 60068-1	Environmental Testing--Part 1: General and Guidance
N42.35	American National Standard for Evaluation and Performance of Radiation Detection Portal Monitors for Use in Homeland Security
MIL-Standard 810	Department of Defense Test Method Standard for Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests
CFR Telecommunications Chapter 1, Rule 15	Unintentional Radiators
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1994, 2007 Edition	Cold Temperature: -25C (-13F)
NA42.32	American National Standard Performance Criteria for Alarming Personal Radiation Detectors for Homeland Security
N42.33	American National Standard for Portable Radiation Detection Instrument for Homeland Security
N42.34	American National Standard for Performance Criteria for Hand-Held Instruments for the Detection and Identification of Radionuclides