ISO 5667-10-2020 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 5667-10:2020 — Water quality — Sampling — Part 10: Guidance on sampling of waste water. Provides guidance on the design of sampling programmes and the techniques for collection of domestic and industrial waste water samples (raw and treated effluents, cooling waters, radioactive waste waters, industrial discharges), with an emphasis on obtaining representative samples for physical, chemical and (where applicable) radiological analyses.

Abstract

This part of ISO 5667 gives practical guidance on planning sampling programmes for waste water, selection of sampling locations, sampling methods (grab and composite), timing and frequency, procedures to minimise bias and to ensure representativity, and safety considerations for sample collection. It does not cover accidental spillages as a primary topic, although some methods may apply.

General information

• Status: Published (International Standard).
• Publication date: November 2020 (2020-11).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 13.060.30 (Sewage water / Waste water).
• Edition / version: Edition 2 (ISO 5667-10:2020, replaces the 1992 edition).
• Number of pages: 45 pages (official ISO paginated edition).

Scope

Guidance for sampling of waste water in its various forms (domestic and industrial effluents, cooling waters, radioactive waste waters and treated or untreated discharges). Covers design of sampling programmes, selection of sampling points, sampling techniques (including procedures for grab and composite sampling), timing and frequency of sampling to capture variability, and measures to reduce sampling bias and ensure representative samples for downstream analysis. Excludes dedicated procedures for sampling accidental spillages.

Key topics and requirements

• Design of statistically sound sampling programmes to capture temporal and seasonal variability.
• Selection and positioning of sampling locations in pipelines, outfalls and receiving waters to obtain representative samples.
• Sampling techniques: guidance on grab samples, flow-proportional composite sampling, time-proportional composites, and automatic samplers.
• Determination of sampling frequency and timing to avoid systematic bias and to detect trends.
• Procedures to minimise contamination and alteration of sample composition during collection and transfer.
• Health and safety considerations for personnel and equipment during waste water sampling.
• Guidance on special cases (e.g., industrial effluents, radioactive waste waters) and limitations (spillages not covered as a primary topic).

Typical use and users

Used by environmental laboratories, wastewater treatment plant operators, environmental consultants, regulatory agencies, industrial discharge managers, researchers and academics involved in monitoring and assessment of waste water quality. Applied when developing sampling plans for compliance monitoring, process control, effluent characterisation, and environmental impact studies.

Related standards

Part of the ISO 5667 series on water quality — sampling. Commonly used together with ISO 5667-1 (general guidance on design of sampling programmes), ISO 5667-3 (sampling of rivers and streams), ISO 5667-6 (sampling of water from lakes and reservoirs) and ISO 5667-13/15 for sludge and sediment guidance; and with ISO 19458 for laboratory-oriented sampling procedures where applicable. The 2020 edition replaces ISO 5667-10:1992.

Keywords

waste water sampling; effluent sampling; grab sample; composite sampling; sampling programme; representativity; sampling location; wastewater monitoring; ISO 5667.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 5667-10:2020 is an international standard that provides guidance on planning and carrying out the sampling of waste water (domestic and industrial) to ensure representative samples for analysis.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the design of sampling programmes, selection of sampling points, sampling techniques (grab and composite), timing and frequency, measures to reduce bias, and safety considerations for waste water sampling. It does not primarily address accidental spillages.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Environmental labs, wastewater treatment operators, consultants, regulators, industrial environmental managers and researchers use the standard when establishing or auditing waste water sampling plans.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: Current — ISO 5667-10:2020 is the active second edition published in November 2020 and supersedes ISO 5667-10:1992. Users should check for any amendments or newer revisions before purchase or application.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes. It is part of the ISO 5667 series (water quality — sampling), which contains multiple parts addressing sampling for different water types and situations; many parts are intended to be used together for comprehensive sampling programmes.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Waste water sampling, effluent, grab sample, composite sample, sampling programme, representativity, sampling location, wastewater monitoring, ISO 5667.