SIST EN ISO 9862:2024

Geosynthetics - Sampling and preparation of test specimens (ISO 9862:2023)

This document establishes general principles for the sampling of geosynthetics delivered to construction sites, and for the preparation of test specimens from the samples.
The sampling principles are applicable to geosynthetics supplied in rolls or expandable panels.
NOTE            ISO 186 can be used for products supplied in sheet form.
The specimen-preparation principles are applicable to all geosynthetics.

Geokunststoffe - Probenahme und Vorbereitung der Messproben (ISO 9862:2023)

Dieses Dokument legt Grundprinzipien für die Probenahme von auf Baustellen gelieferten Geokunststoffen und für die Herstellung von Messproben aus den Proben fest.
Die Prinzipien der Probenahme sind auf in Rollen oder als dehnbare Platten gelieferte Geokunststoffe anwendbar.
ANMERKUNG   Bei Produkten, die in Form von Bahnen geliefert werden, kann ISO 186 angewendet werden.
Die Prinzipien der Messprobenvorbereitung sind auf alle Geokunststoffe anwendbar.

Géosynthétiques - Échantillonnage et préparation des éprouvettes (ISO 9862:2023)

Le présent document établit les principes généraux de l'échantillonnage des géosynthétiques livrés sur sites de construction et de la préparation des éprouvettes à partir des échantillons.
Les principes d'échantillonnage sont applicables aux géosynthétiques livrés sous forme de rouleaux et de panneaux extensibles.
NOTE            L'ISO 186 peut être utilisée pour les produits livrés sous forme de feuilles.
Les principes de préparation des éprouvettes sont applicables à tous les géosynthétiques.

Geosintetika - Vzorčenje in priprava vzorcev za preskušanje (ISO 9862:2023)

Ta dokument določa splošna načela za vzorčenje geosintetike na gradbiščih in za pripravo preskušancev iz vzorcev.
Načela vzorčenja se uporabljajo za geosintetiko, dobavljeno v rolah ali razširljivih ploščah.
OPOMBA: Standard ISO 186 je mogoče uporabljati za izdelke, dobavljene v obliki plošč.
Načela priprave vzorcev se uporabljajo za vse geosintetike.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 26-Feb-2023
• Publication Date: 15-Jan-2024
• ICS: 59.080.70 - Geotextiles
• Technical Committee: ITEK - Textile and textile products
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 03-Jan-2024
• Due Date: 09-Mar-2024
• Completion Date: 16-Jan-2024
• Ref Project: EN ISO 9862:2023 - Geosynthetics - Sampling and preparation of test specimens (ISO 9862:2023)

Relations

• Refers: SIST EN ISO 16546:2020 - Thermal insulating products for building applications - Determination of freeze-thaw resistance (ISO 16546:2020)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 17738:2023 - Geotextiles and Geotextile related products - Damage during installation procedure - Full scale test
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13492:2005 - Geosynthetic barriers - Characteristics required for use in the construction of liquid waste disposal sites, transfer stations or secondary containment
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 16416:2023 - Geosynthetic clay barriers - Determination of water flux index - Flexible wall permeameter method at constant head
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13256:2001 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Characteristics required for use in the construction of tunnels and underground structures
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13253:2014+A1:2015 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Characteristics required for use in erosion control works (coastal protection, bank revetments)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13252:2016 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Characteristics required for use in drainage systems
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13250:2014+A1:2015 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Characteristics required for use in the construction of railways
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13362:2005 - Geosynthetic Barriers - Characteristics required for use in the construction of canals
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 13431:1999 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Determination of tensile creep and creep rupture behaviour (ISO 13431:1999)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13254:2001 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Characteristics required for use in the construction of reservoirs and dams
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13265:2001 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Characteristics required for use in liquid waste containment projects
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13249:2016 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Characteristics required for use in the construction of roads and other trafficked areas (excluding railways and asphalt inclusion)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 9864:2005 - Geosynthetics - Test method for the determination of mass per unit area of geotextiles and geotextile-related products (ISO 9864:2005)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 13257:2001 - Geotextiles and geotextile-related products - Characteristics required for use in solid waste disposals
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN ISO 9862:2024 – Geosynthetics – Sampling and Preparation of Test Specimens is a European and international standard developed by CEN and ISO. This document provides general principles for the sampling of geosynthetics-materials primarily used in civil engineering and environmental applications-which are delivered to construction sites in the form of rolls or expandable panels. The standard also covers the proper preparation of test specimens from these samples to ensure consistency, reliability, and traceability in testing and quality assurance processes.

Geosynthetics are integral in modern construction, used for functions such as separation, filtration, reinforcement, protection, and drainage. Consistent sampling and preparation are critical to guarantee materials perform as specified and to facilitate compliance with project requirements and regulations.

Key Topics

SIST EN ISO 9862:2024 addresses the following main areas:

• Sampling Procedures:

  • Selection criteria for rolls and panels at construction sites
  • Exclusion of damaged or improperly wrapped products (unless assessing defects)
  • Guidance on where to cut samples from rolled or panel products (e.g., avoiding outer layers)

• Preparation of Test Specimens:

  • Steps to ensure physical integrity of samples prior to testing
  • Recommendations for storage and transport (e.g., keeping samples dry, dark, and at ambient temperature)
  • Even distribution of specimens from across the material, avoiding edges and defects

• Identification and Traceability:

  • Sample identification in accordance with ISO 10320
  • Clear labeling and reporting to maintain traceability through the testing lifecycle

• Reporting Requirements:

  • Mandatory inclusion of sampling and preparation details in compliance with the standard
  • Documentation of deviations, observations, and any encountered defects

• Product Forms Covered:

  • Geosynthetics supplied as rolls or expandable panels
  • References for products in sheet form, aligning with ISO 186

Applications

The standard's principles are essential across a broad range of geosynthetics applications, including:

• Construction: Quality control of geotextile fabrics, geogrids, geomembranes, and related products used in road building, embankments, and foundations
• Environmental Engineering: Testing geosynthetics for landfill liners, erosion control, and containment systems
• Infrastructure Projects: Sampling geosynthetics for drainage and stabilization layers in projects such as railways, airports, and water management systems
• Product Certification and Compliance: Ensuring that products delivered and tested meet project specifications and regulatory standards
• Quality Assurance and Dispute Resolution: Providing standardized methods for sample selection and preparation to resolve claims or performance concerns

By following SIST EN ISO 9862:2024, stakeholders-including manufacturers, contractors, and testing laboratories-can achieve reliable and comparable test results, enhancing overall project quality and risk management.

Related Standards

For comprehensive application and further reference, the following international standards are closely related to SIST EN ISO 9862:2024:

• ISO 10320: Geosynthetics - Identification on site (sample identification and traceability)
• ISO 10318-1: Geosynthetics - Part 1: Terms and definitions (terminology)
• ISO 186: Paper and board - Sampling to determine average quality (relevant for products supplied in sheet form)
• ASTM D6072/D6072M: Standard Practice for Obtaining Samples of Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GCLs)

Implementing SIST EN ISO 9862:2024 in line with these standards supports best practices in the selection, testing, and documentation processes crucial to the performance and compliance of geosynthetic materials in diverse construction and environmental applications.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2024
Geosintetika - Vzorčenje in priprava vzorcev za preskušanje (ISO 9862:2023)
Geosynthetics - Sampling and preparation of test specimens (ISO 9862:2023)
Geokunststoffe - Probenahme und Vorbereitung der Messproben (ISO 9862:2023)
Géosynthétiques - Échantillonnage et préparation des éprouvettes (ISO 9862:2023)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 9862:2023
ICS:
59.080.70 Geotekstilije Geotextiles
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN ISO 9862
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
November 2023
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 59.080.70 Supersedes EN ISO 9862:2005
English Version
Geosynthetics - Sampling and preparation of test
specimens (ISO 9862:2023)
Géosynthétiques - Échantillonnage et préparation des Geokunststoffe - Probenahme und Vorbereitung der
éprouvettes (ISO 9862:2023) Messproben (ISO 9862:2023)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 30 October 2023.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
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European foreword . 3

European foreword
This document (EN ISO 9862:2023) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 221
"Geosynthetics" in collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 189 “Geosynthetics” the secretariat
of which is held by NBN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by May 2024, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by May 2024.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN ISO 9862:2005.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards
body/national committee. A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the
United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 9862:2023 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 9862:2023 without any modification.

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 9862
Third edition
2023-11
Geosynthetics — Sampling and
preparation of test specimens
Géosynthétiques — Échantillonnage et préparation des éprouvettes
Reference number
ISO 9862:2023(E)
ISO 9862:2023(E)
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ISO 9862:2023(E)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Procedure .1
4.1 Sampling . 1
4.1.1 Selection of rolls/panels . 1
4.1.2 Cutting . 2
4.1.3 Identification of sample . 2
4.2 Preparation of specimens . 2
5 Sampling and specimen preparation report . 3
Bibliography . 4
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ISO 9862:2023(E)
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