ASTM D4220-95(2000)

ASTM D4220-95(2000) - 1.1.2000

1. Scope

1.1 These practices cover procedures for preserving soil samples immediately after they are obtained in the field and accompanying procedures for transporting and handling the samples.

1.2 Limitations -These practices are not intended to address requirements applicable to transporting of soil samples known or suspected to contain hazardous materials.

1.3 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. See Section 7.

2. Referenced Documents

D1586-11	Standard Test Method for Standard Penetration Test (SPT) and Split-Barrel Sampling of Soils
D1452-09	Standard Practice for Soil Exploration and Sampling by Auger Borings
D4564-08	Standard Test Method for Density and Unit Weight of Soil in Place by the Sleeve Method
D4700-15	Standard Guide for Soil Sampling from the Vadose Zone (Withdrawn 2024)
D2488-26	Standard Practice for Description and Identification of Soils for Engineering Purposes (Visual-Manual Procedures)
D1587-08	Standard Practice for Thin-Walled Tube Sampling of Soils for Geotechnical Purposes
D3550-01	Standard Practice for Thick Wall, Ring-Lined, Split Barrel, Drive Sampling of Soils
D653-26a	Standard Terminology Relating to Soil, Rock, and Contained Fluids (Includes all amendments and changes 6/15/2026).
D420-18	Standard Guide for Site Characterization for Engineering Design and Construction Purposes