SIST ISO 18400-102:2018

Soil quality - Sampling - Part 102: Selection and application of sampling techniques

This document gives guidelines for techniques for taking samples so that these can subsequently be
examined for the purpose of providing information on soil quality. It gives information on equipment
that is typically applicable in particular sampling situations to enable correct sampling procedures to
be carried out and representative samples to be collected. Guidance is given on the selection of the
equipment and the techniques to use to enable both disturbed and undisturbed samples to be correctly
taken at different depths.
This document does not cover:
— investigations for geotechnical purposes, though where redevelopment of a site is envisaged, the soil
quality investigation and the geotechnical investigation may sometimes be beneficially combined;
— sampling of hard strata such as bedrock;
— methods for the collection of information on soil quality without taking samples such as geophysical
methods;
— collection of water samples (these are to be collected in accordance with appropriate International
Standards on ground or surface water sampling; for further information, see the ISO 5667 series);
— investigations of soil gas about which guidance is provided in ISO 18400-204;
— investigation of radioactively contaminated sites.
NOTE 1 “Sampling technique” is defined in ISO 11074.
NOTE 2 Guidance on the investigation and assessment of radioactivity in soils is provided in the ISO 18589
series.

Qualité du sol - Échantillonnage - Partie 102: Choix et application des techniques d'échantillonnage

ISO 18400-102:2017fournit des lignes directrices concernant les techniques de pr�l�vement d'�chantillons de sorte que ceux-ci puissent �tre examin�s dans le but de fournir des informations sur la qualit� des sols. Elle donne des informations sur le mat�riel habituellement utilis� dans des situations particuli�res d'�chantillonnage pour ex�cuter correctement des proc�dures d'�chantillonnage et de pr�lever des �chantillons repr�sentatifs. Des lignes directrices sont donn�es pour le choix du mat�riel et des techniques � employer pour permettre d'�chantillonner correctement � diff�rentes profondeurs, des �chantillons remani�s et des �chantillons non remani�s.
ISO 18400-102:2017 ne couvre pas:
- les investigations pour des probl�matiques g�otechniques, m�me si, lorsque le r�am�nagement d'un site est envisag�, l'�valuation de la qualit� du sol et la reconnaissance g�otechnique peuvent �tre parfois avantageusement combin�es;
- l'�chantillonnage de couches dures telles que la roche m�re;
- les m�thodes de collecte d'informations sur la qualit� du sol sans pr�l�vement d'�chantillons, telles que les m�thodes g�ophysiques;
- le pr�l�vement d'�chantillons d'eau (ces �chantillons d'eau doivent �tre pr�lev�s conform�ment � des normes internationales appropri�es traitant de l'�chantillonnage des eaux souterraines et de l'eau de surface; pour plus d'informations, voir la s�rie de l'ISO 5667);
- l'�chantillonnage des gaz du sol � propos desquels des lignes directrices sont fournies dans l'ISO 18400‑204;
- l'�tude des sites potentiellement contamin�s par des substances radioactives.
NOTE 1 Le terme �Technique d'�chantillonnage� est d�fini dans l'ISO 11074.
NOTE 2 Des lignes directrices pour l'�tude et l'�valuation de la radioactivit� dans les sols sont fournies dans la s�rie de l'ISO 18589.

Kakovost tal - Vzorčenje - 102. del: Izbira in uporaba tehnik vzorčenja

Ta dokument podaja smernice za tehnike vzorčenja, ki so namenjene naknadnemu pregledovanju vzorcev za zagotavljanje informacij o kakovosti prsti. Podaja tudi informacije o opremi, ki se običajno uporablja v določenih okoliščinah vzorčenja in omogoča pravilno izvajanje postopkov vzorčenja in zbiranje reprezentativnih vzorcev. Podana so tudi navodila za izbiranje opreme in uporabo tehnik z namenom zagotavljanja pravilnega odvzema porušenih in neporušenih vzorcev na različnih globinah.
Ta standard ne zajema:
– preiskav za geotehnične namene, vendar pa je v primeru načrtovane preureditve območja včasih koristno, če se preiskave kakovosti prsti uporabljajo v kombinaciji z geotehničnimi preiskavami;
– vzorčenja trdih plasti, kot je skalna podlaga;
– metod za zbiranje informacij o kakovosti prsti brez odvzema vzorcev, kot so geofizikalne metode;
– zbiranja vzorcev vode (slednje je treba zbrati v skladu z ustreznimi mednarodnimi standardi s področja vzorčenja podtalnice in površinske vode; za dodatne informacije glejte skupino standardov ISO 5667);
– preiskovanja plinov v prsti, za kar so smernice podane v standardu ISO 18400-204;
– preiskovanja radioaktivno onesnaženih območij.
OPOMBA 1: »tehnika vzorčenja« je opredeljena v standardu ISO 11074.
OPOMBA 2: smernice za preiskovanje in ocenjevanje radioaktivnosti prsti so podane v skupini standardov ISO 18589.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 14-Mar-2018
• Publication Date: 13-Jun-2018
• ICS: 13.080.05 - Examination of soils in general
• Technical Committee: KAT - Soil quality
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 06-Jun-2018
• Due Date: 11-Aug-2018
• Completion Date: 14-Jun-2018
• Directive: TP024 - Pravilnik o obratovalnem monitoringu pri vnosu nevarnih snovi in rastlinskih hranil v tla
• Directive: TP047 - Pravilnik o obratovalnem monitoringu stanja tal
• Directive: TP168 - Pravilnik o monitoringu kakovosti tal
• Directive: TP255 - Pravilnik o obratovalnem monitoringu stanja tal
• Ref Project: ISO 18400-102:2017 - Soil quality — Sampling — Part 102: Selection and application of sampling techniques

Relations

• Replaces: SIST ISO 10381-2:2006 - Soil quality -- Sampling -- Part 2: Guidance on sampling techniques
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2018
• Replaces: SIST ISO 10381-6:2011 - Soil quality - Sampling - Part 6: Guidance on the collection, handling and storage of soil under aerobic conditions for the assessment of microbiological processes, biomass and diversity in the laboratory
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2018

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST ISO 18400-102:2018
01-julij-2018
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SIST ISO 10381-2:2006
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Soil quality - Sampling - Part 102: Selection and application of sampling techniques
Qualité du sol - Échantillonnage - Partie 102: Choix et application des techniques
d'échantillonnage
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: ISO 18400-102:2017
ICS:
13.080.05 Preiskava tal na splošno Examination of soils in
general
SIST ISO 18400-102:2018 en
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 18400-102
First edition
2017-01
Soil quality — Sampling —
Part 102:
Selection and application of sampling
techniques
Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage —
Partie 102: Choix et application des techniques d’échantillonnage
Reference number
ISO 18400-102:2017(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
Introduction .vi
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 2
4 Principle . 3
5 General aspects . 4
5.1 Health and safety . 4
5.2 Preliminary information . 4
5.3 Sample types . 5
5.4 Sample size . 7
5.5 Available techniques . 7
6 Selection of sampling techniques .20
6.1 General .20
6.2 Drilling rigs and ancillary equipment .22
7 General aspects of application .22
7.1 General aspects of field work .22
7.2 Environmental considerations .23
7.3 Cross-contamination .25
7.4 Preparing to sample .26
7.5 Breaking out .26
7.6 Collection of samples .27
7.7 Transport, storage, and preservation of samples.27
7.8 Backfilling of exploratory holes .27
7.9 Disposal of waste materials .28
7.10 Personnel .28
8 Taking samples of top-soil and other near surface materials .28
8.1 Undisturbed samples .28
8.1.1 General.28
8.1.2 Procedure for use of sampling cylinders.29
8.2 Disturbed samples .29
8.2.1 General.29
8.2.2 Procedure .30
9 Sampling at greater depths .30
9.1 Undisturbed samples .30
9.1.1 Sampling from trial pits .30
9.1.2 Other sampling methods.31
9.2 Disturbed samples .31
9.2.1 General.31
9.2.2 Agricultural sites, etc. .31
9.2.3 Contaminated sites .31
10 Sampling stockpiles .32
10.1 General .32
10.2 Sampling equipment .32
Annex A (informative) Application of particular techniques .34
Annex B (informative) Manually and power-operated sampling equipment .40
Annex C (informative) Illustration of some selected drilling and sampling equipment .47
Annex D (informative) Sampling equipment for stockpiles .64
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Annex E (informative) Examples of large samplers .66
Bibliography .69
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www .iso .org/ directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www .iso .org/ patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions related to conformity assessment,
as well as information about ISO’s adherence to the World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the
Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) see the following URL: www . i so .org/ iso/ foreword .html
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 190, Soil quality, Subcommittee SC 2,
Sampling.
This first edition of ISO 18400-102, together with ISO 18400-104, ISO 18400-105 and ISO 18400-206,
cancels and replaces ISO 10381-2:2002 and ISO 10381-6:2009, which have been technically and
structurally revised. The new ISO 18400 series is based on a modular structure and cannot be compared
to ISO 10381-2 and ISO 10381-6 clause by clause.
A list of all parts in the ISO 18400 series can be found on the ISO website.
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Introduction
This document is one of a group of International Standards intended to be used in conjunction with each
other where necessary. It deals with various aspects of sampling for the purposes of soil investigation
including agricultural, forestry, and contamination investigations, but is not applicable to investigations
for geotechnical purposes. These are dealt with in the ISO 22475 series.
ISO 22475-1 specifies the technical principles for the execution of sampling and groundwater
measurements for geotechnical purposes. It describes and provides guidance on the application of many
of the sampling techniques included in this document albeit in a different context. Many contractors
engaged to carry out work in connection with environmental studies will be familiar with its often
prescriptive requirements. It includes detailed design information for some equipment. It is to be
noted that the nomenclature used in this document may differ in places from that used in ISO 22475-1
because of the different contexts and traditions in the fields of geotechnical and geo-environmental
investigation.
General principles to be applied in the design of sampling programmes for the purpose of
characterization of soil and identification of sources and effects of contamination of soil and related
1)
1)
material are given in ISO 18400-104 . ISO 18400-104 provides information about where to sample,
the tests to be conducted, the type of sample, the depth of sampling and the required representativeness
of the sampling system for sampling in respect of specific purposes.
This document is part of a series on sampling standards for soil. The role/position of the International
Standards within the total investigation programme is shown in Figure 1.
1) Under preparation.
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Figure 1 — Links between the essential elements of an investigation programme
NOTE 1 The numbers in circles in Figure 1 define the key elements (1 to 7) of the investigation programme.
NOTE 2 Figure 1 displays a generic process which can be amended when necessary.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 18400-102:2017(E)
Soil quality — Sampling —
Part 102:
Selection and application of sampling techniques
1 Scope
This document gives guidelines for techniques for taking samples so that these can subsequently be
examined for the purpose of providing information on soil quality. It gives information on equipment
that is typically applicable in particular sampling situations to enable correct sampling procedures to
be carried out and representative samples to be collected. Guidance is given on the selection of the
equipment and the techniques to use to enable both disturbed and undisturbed samples to be correctly
taken at different depths.
This document does not cover:
— investigations for geotechnical purposes, though where redevelopment of a site is envisaged, the soil
quality investigation and the geotechnical investigation may sometimes be beneficially combined;
— sampling of hard strata such as bedrock;
— methods for the collection of information on soil quality without taking samples such as geophysical
methods;
— collection of water samples (these are to be collected in accordance with appropriate International
Standards on ground or surface water sampling; for further information, see the ISO 5667 series);
— investigations of soil gas about which guidance is provided in ISO 18400-204;
— investigation of radioactively contaminated sites.
NOTE 1 “Sampling technique” is defined in ISO 11074.
NOTE 2 Guidance on the investigation and assessment of radioactivity in soils is provided in the ISO 18589
series.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 3551-1, Rotary core diamond drilling equipment — System A — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 3552-1, Rotary core diamond drilling equipment — System B — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 10097-1, Wireline diamond core drilling equipment — System A — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 11074, Soil quality — Vocabulary
ISO 18400-101, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 101: Framework for the preparation and application of a
sampling plan
ISO 18400-103, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 103: Safety
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2)
ISO 18400-104 , Soil quality — Sampling — Part 104: Strategies and statistical evaluations
ISO 18400-105, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 105: Packaging, transport, storage and preservation
of samples
ISO 18400-201, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 201: Physical pretreatment in the field
3)
ISO 18400-202 , Soil quality — Sampling — Part 202: Preliminary investigations
ISO 25177, Soil quality — Field soil description
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 11074 and the following apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at http:// www .electropedia .org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at http:// www .iso .org/ obp
3.1
cluster sample
composite sample for which the increments are taken over a small area around a predefined
sampling point
2 2
Note 1 to entry: Sampled area is typically about 0,5 m to 1,0 m .
Note 2 to entry: Material sampled is taken from within the same stratum or from material with the same
characteristics.
3.2
cutting cylinder
cylindrical device with removable top and base forced into the surface of exposed soil to obtain an
undisturbed sample (3.7)
3.3
disturbed sample
sample obtained from the ground without any attempt to preserve the soil structure
EXAMPLE Sample obtained by using a hand auger.
[SOURCE: ISO 11074:2015, 4.4.8, modified — changed to read: …from the ground…]
3.4
Kubiëna tin
metal box with removable top and base which can be forced into the surface of exposed soil to obtain an
undisturbed sample (3.7)
Note 1 to entry: Usually made to desired size from aluminium, galvanized steel, or stainless steel sheet. Size
varies, but a typical example might have an area of about 55 mm × 75 mm with a depth of 40 mm. The sample,
once obtained, can be used to determine bulk density or may be impregnated with resin prior to the production
of thin sections for microscopic examination.
2) Under preparation. Stage at the time of publication: ISO/DIS 18400-104:2016.
3) Under preparation. Stage at the time of publication: ISO/DIS 18400-202:2016.
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3.5
spatial sample
composite sample formed from evenly spaced increments of the same size taken over a predetermined
area which are then bulked together
Note 1 to entry: The increments may be located according to a regular grid, random, or other pattern. In
agricultural/horticultural land investigations, “N”, “S”, “W”, and “X” sampling patterns are commonly used.
Note 2 to entry: The general premise is that the distribution of soil constituents is relatively homogeneous. Along
the outline of such a pattern, a number of samples or increments are taken which are bulked and mixed to provide
one (composite) sample for analysis.
3.6
spot sample
sample from a discrete location made up of one or more contiguous increments
Note 1 to entry: May be a disturbed (3.3) or undisturbed sample (3.7).
3.7
undisturbed sample
sample obtained from the ground with soil structure unaltered during sampling procedure
Note 1 to entry: Special sampling equipment is used so that the soil particles and voids cannot change from
the distribution which exists in the ground before sampling (these can provide volume-proportional or mass-
proportional results).
4 Principle
Sampling technique should be chosen taking into account all the needs of the investigation including
planned distribution of sampling locations, the depth(s) from which samples are to be taken, the size
and type of sample(s) required, the nature of any potential contaminants, and the nature of the site
including any problems the site poses to carrying out the investigation.
The sampling technique(s) should be selected to enable:
— the collection of samples of soil and soil materials that can be presented to the laboratory for
examination or analysis to establish basic information on the pedology and distribution of naturally
occurring or man-made soils, their chemical, mineralogical and biological composition, and their
physical properties at selected locations, as appropriate, to meet the objectives of the investigation;
— examination and recording of in situ materials exposed by the investigation.
NOTE 1 Detailed guidance on general aspects of sampling relevant to the selection and application of sampling
techniques are given in 5.1 to 5.4 and about available techniques in 5.5. Detailed guidance on the selection of
sampling techniques is provided in Clause 6 and on their application in Clause 7.
Among the decisions to be made is whether to use manual methods or machinery. Sampling may be
required at or near the ground surface at some depth below the ground surface, or from locations deep
below the ground surface. Methods of achieving the desired depth for sampling include formation of
excavations (e.g. trial pits), by driven probes, or by drilling (e.g. boreholes).
Depending on the purpose for which sampling is being carried out, either disturbed or undisturbed,
samples may be taken (5.3). Undisturbed samples could be required, for example, for soil physical
testing or for determination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
NOTE 2 What constitutes a sufficiently undisturbed sample depends on the purpose for which the sample is
required and can be a matter of judgement. For example, some compression of the sample might be acceptable
when VOCs are to be determined, but would not be acceptable when the bulk density is to be determined. The
ISO 22475 series defines classes of sample suitable for geotechnical testing.
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Soil sampling techniques usually consists of the following two steps:
a) gaining access to the point of sampling (avoiding services, as well as removing any hard cover, etc.,
digging, or drilling a hole to reach the desired depth of sampling);
b) taking the soil sample.
These steps are interdependent and should both meet the requirements of the sampling principles.
NOTE 3 A distinction can also be made between:
— sampling by drilling (continuous sampling);
— sampling using samplers (sampling devices) to obtain disturbed or undisturbed samples as required once a
borehole or excavation has been formed;
— block sampling (in which a large undisturbed sample is obtained).
Combinations of these sampling methods are possible and sometimes required due to the geological
conditions and the purpose of the investigation.
5 General aspects
5.1 Health and safety
All necessary measures shall be taken when selecting and applying sampling techniques to protect the
health and safety of those carrying out the work, anyone entering the site (with or without permission),
and the general public (e.g. the occupants of neighbouring properties) and to avoid harm to the
environment.
The guidance in ISO 18400-103 shall be followed.
ISO 18400-103 should be read in conjunction with relevant national and international legislation and
regulations regarding health and safety at work and associated guidance produced by statutory bodies
and trade associations.
5.2 Preliminary information
A preliminary investigation comprising a desk study and site reconnaissance (walk-over survey, site
inspection) should be carried out as specified in ISO 18400-202 prior to undertaking any sampling.
The selection of the sampling technique, the sampling equipment to be used, and the method of taking
soil samples depend upon the objectives of the sampling, the strata to be sampled, the nature of possible
contamination, and the examination or analysis to be carried out on the samples.
Information should be compiled and assessed about the following:
a) the objectives of the sampling;
b) required accuracy of measurements;
c) planned locations for boreholes and excavations;
d) the anticipated depths from which samples are to be taken taking into consideration the future use
of the site including depth of excavations or foundations (see ISO 18400-104);
e) potential risks to the health and safety of the site personnel;
f) potential risks to the environment from the investigation including the potential to pollute
groundwater and to spread infective agents;
g) emergency arrangements;
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h) the size and topography of the area to be sampled;
i) accessibility for different types and sizes of equipment and factors such as the likely bearing
capacity of the ground, see Reference [1];
j) the nature of the ground to be sampled;
k) possible lateral and vertical variations of soil type or strata;
l) the geology of the site and surrounding area;
m) the assumed depth to groundwater;
n) previous usage or treatment of the site;
o) the presence of buildings and obstructions such as foundations, buried tanks, and underground
services (e.g. electricity, sewers, mains, cables, gas);
p) the presence of concrete or tarmac pathways, roadways, or hard-standings;
q) the growth of vegetation leading to extensive root development;
r) the presence of unexpected surface-water pools or water-saturated ground;
s) the presence of fences, walls, or earthworks designed to prevent access to the site;
t) the presence of tipped material above the general level of the site or material from the demolition
of buildings;
u) the presence of artefacts of archaeological or heritage value;
v) possible presence of unexploded ordinance, see Reference [2];
w) the presence of protected species, ecosystems, and other features of scientific value;
x) the presence of invasive or noxious plant species (e.g. Japanese Knotweed – Fallopia japonica, Giant
Hogweed – Heracleum mantegazzianum) or infective agents (these may affect humans, animals, or
plants) (see also 7.2, last paragraph);
y) location of water bodies at risk from contamination including surface and ground water;
z) the planned flow of information.
NOTE For guidance on accessibility for light percussion drilling rigs, see Reference [1].
5.3 Sample types
The samples taken should be of appropriate type(s) to enable the objectives of the investigation to be
achieved in accordance with the guidance provided in ISO 18400-104. Special consideration is required
regarding the following:
— whether to take disturbed or undisturbed samples;
— whether to take spot samples or cluster samples or to empl
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 18400-102
First edition
2017-01
Soil quality — Sampling —
Part 102:
Selection and application of sampling
techniques
Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage —
Partie 102: Choix et application des techniques d’échantillonnage
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
Introduction .vi
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 2
4 Principle . 3
5 General aspects . 4
5.1 Health and safety . 4
5.2 Preliminary information . 4
5.3 Sample types . 5
5.4 Sample size . 7
5.5 Available techniques . 7
6 Selection of sampling techniques .20
6.1 General .20
6.2 Drilling rigs and ancillary equipment .22
7 General aspects of application .22
7.1 General aspects of field work .22
7.2 Environmental considerations .23
7.3 Cross-contamination .25
7.4 Preparing to sample .26
7.5 Breaking out .26
7.6 Collection of samples .27
7.7 Transport, storage, and preservation of samples.27
7.8 Backfilling of exploratory holes .27
7.9 Disposal of waste materials .28
7.10 Personnel .28
8 Taking samples of top-soil and other near surface materials .28
8.1 Undisturbed samples .28
8.1.1 General.28
8.1.2 Procedure for use of sampling cylinders.29
8.2 Disturbed samples .29
8.2.1 General.29
8.2.2 Procedure .30
9 Sampling at greater depths .30
9.1 Undisturbed samples .30
9.1.1 Sampling from trial pits .30
9.1.2 Other sampling methods.31
9.2 Disturbed samples .31
9.2.1 General.31
9.2.2 Agricultural sites, etc. .31
9.2.3 Contaminated sites .31
10 Sampling stockpiles .32
10.1 General .32
10.2 Sampling equipment .32
Annex A (informative) Application of particular techniques .34
Annex B (informative) Manually and power-operated sampling equipment .40
Annex C (informative) Illustration of some selected drilling and sampling equipment .47
Annex D (informative) Sampling equipment for stockpiles .64
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Annex E (informative) Examples of large samplers .66
Bibliography .69
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www .iso .org/ directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
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Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) see the following URL: www . i so .org/ iso/ foreword .html
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 190, Soil quality, Subcommittee SC 2,
Sampling.
This first edition of ISO 18400-102, together with ISO 18400-104, ISO 18400-105 and ISO 18400-206,
cancels and replaces ISO 10381-2:2002 and ISO 10381-6:2009, which have been technically and
structurally revised. The new ISO 18400 series is based on a modular structure and cannot be compared
to ISO 10381-2 and ISO 10381-6 clause by clause.
A list of all parts in the ISO 18400 series can be found on the ISO website.
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Introduction
This document is one of a group of International Standards intended to be used in conjunction with each
other where necessary. It deals with various aspects of sampling for the purposes of soil investigation
including agricultural, forestry, and contamination investigations, but is not applicable to investigations
for geotechnical purposes. These are dealt with in the ISO 22475 series.
ISO 22475-1 specifies the technical principles for the execution of sampling and groundwater
measurements for geotechnical purposes. It describes and provides guidance on the application of many
of the sampling techniques included in this document albeit in a different context. Many contractors
engaged to carry out work in connection with environmental studies will be familiar with its often
prescriptive requirements. It includes detailed design information for some equipment. It is to be
noted that the nomenclature used in this document may differ in places from that used in ISO 22475-1
because of the different contexts and traditions in the fields of geotechnical and geo-environmental
investigation.
General principles to be applied in the design of sampling programmes for the purpose of
characterization of soil and identification of sources and effects of contamination of soil and related
1)
1)
material are given in ISO 18400-104 . ISO 18400-104 provides information about where to sample,
the tests to be conducted, the type of sample, the depth of sampling and the required representativeness
of the sampling system for sampling in respect of specific purposes.
This document is part of a series on sampling standards for soil. The role/position of the International
Standards within the total investigation programme is shown in Figure 1.
1) Under preparation.
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Figure 1 — Links between the essential elements of an investigation programme
NOTE 1 The numbers in circles in Figure 1 define the key elements (1 to 7) of the investigation programme.
NOTE 2 Figure 1 displays a generic process which can be amended when necessary.
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Soil quality — Sampling —
Part 102:
Selection and application of sampling techniques
1 Scope
This document gives guidelines for techniques for taking samples so that these can subsequently be
examined for the purpose of providing information on soil quality. It gives information on equipment
that is typically applicable in particular sampling situations to enable correct sampling procedures to
be carried out and representative samples to be collected. Guidance is given on the selection of the
equipment and the techniques to use to enable both disturbed and undisturbed samples to be correctly
taken at different depths.
This document does not cover:
— investigations for geotechnical purposes, though where redevelopment of a site is envisaged, the soil
quality investigation and the geotechnical investigation may sometimes be beneficially combined;
— sampling of hard strata such as bedrock;
— methods for the collection of information on soil quality without taking samples such as geophysical
methods;
— collection of water samples (these are to be collected in accordance with appropriate International
Standards on ground or surface water sampling; for further information, see the ISO 5667 series);
— investigations of soil gas about which guidance is provided in ISO 18400-204;
— investigation of radioactively contaminated sites.
NOTE 1 “Sampling technique” is defined in ISO 11074.
NOTE 2 Guidance on the investigation and assessment of radioactivity in soils is provided in the ISO 18589
series.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 3551-1, Rotary core diamond drilling equipment — System A — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 3552-1, Rotary core diamond drilling equipment — System B — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 10097-1, Wireline diamond core drilling equipment — System A — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 11074, Soil quality — Vocabulary
ISO 18400-101, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 101: Framework for the preparation and application of a
sampling plan
ISO 18400-103, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 103: Safety
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2)
ISO 18400-104 , Soil quality — Sampling — Part 104: Strategies and statistical evaluations
ISO 18400-105, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 105: Packaging, transport, storage and preservation
of samples
ISO 18400-201, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 201: Physical pretreatment in the field
3)
ISO 18400-202 , Soil quality — Sampling — Part 202: Preliminary investigations
ISO 25177, Soil quality — Field soil description
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 11074 and the following apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at http:// www .electropedia .org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at http:// www .iso .org/ obp
3.1
cluster sample
composite sample for which the increments are taken over a small area around a predefined
sampling point
2 2
Note 1 to entry: Sampled area is typically about 0,5 m to 1,0 m .
Note 2 to entry: Material sampled is taken from within the same stratum or from material with the same
characteristics.
3.2
cutting cylinder
cylindrical device with removable top and base forced into the surface of exposed soil to obtain an
undisturbed sample (3.7)
3.3
disturbed sample
sample obtained from the ground without any attempt to preserve the soil structure
EXAMPLE Sample obtained by using a hand auger.
[SOURCE: ISO 11074:2015, 4.4.8, modified — changed to read: …from the ground…]
3.4
Kubiëna tin
metal box with removable top and base which can be forced into the surface of exposed soil to obtain an
undisturbed sample (3.7)
Note 1 to entry: Usually made to desired size from aluminium, galvanized steel, or stainless steel sheet. Size
varies, but a typical example might have an area of about 55 mm × 75 mm with a depth of 40 mm. The sample,
once obtained, can be used to determine bulk density or may be impregnated with resin prior to the production
of thin sections for microscopic examination.
2) Under preparation. Stage at the time of publication: ISO/DIS 18400-104:2016.
3) Under preparation. Stage at the time of publication: ISO/DIS 18400-202:2016.
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3.5
spatial sample
composite sample formed from evenly spaced increments of the same size taken over a predetermined
area which are then bulked together
Note 1 to entry: The increments may be located according to a regular grid, random, or other pattern. In
agricultural/horticultural land investigations, “N”, “S”, “W”, and “X” sampling patterns are commonly used.
Note 2 to entry: The general premise is that the distribution of soil constituents is relatively homogeneous. Along
the outline of such a pattern, a number of samples or increments are taken which are bulked and mixed to provide
one (composite) sample for analysis.
3.6
spot sample
sample from a discrete location made up of one or more contiguous increments
Note 1 to entry: May be a disturbed (3.3) or undisturbed sample (3.7).
3.7
undisturbed sample
sample obtained from the ground with soil structure unaltered during sampling procedure
Note 1 to entry: Special sampling equipment is used so that the soil particles and voids cannot change from
the distribution which exists in the ground before sampling (these can provide volume-proportional or mass-
proportional results).
4 Principle
Sampling technique should be chosen taking into account all the needs of the investigation including
planned distribution of sampling locations, the depth(s) from which samples are to be taken, the size
and type of sample(s) required, the nature of any potential contaminants, and the nature of the site
including any problems the site poses to carrying out the investigation.
The sampling technique(s) should be selected to enable:
— the collection of samples of soil and soil materials that can be presented to the laboratory for
examination or analysis to establish basic information on the pedology and distribution of naturally
occurring or man-made soils, their chemical, mineralogical and biological composition, and their
physical properties at selected locations, as appropriate, to meet the objectives of the investigation;
— examination and recording of in situ materials exposed by the investigation.
NOTE 1 Detailed guidance on general aspects of sampling relevant to the selection and application of sampling
techniques are given in 5.1 to 5.4 and about available techniques in 5.5. Detailed guidance on the selection of
sampling techniques is provided in Clause 6 and on their application in Clause 7.
Among the decisions to be made is whether to use manual methods or machinery. Sampling may be
required at or near the ground surface at some depth below the ground surface, or from locations deep
below the ground surface. Methods of achieving the desired depth for sampling include formation of
excavations (e.g. trial pits), by driven probes, or by drilling (e.g. boreholes).
Depending on the purpose for which sampling is being carried out, either disturbed or undisturbed,
samples may be taken (5.3). Undisturbed samples could be required, for example, for soil physical
testing or for determination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
NOTE 2 What constitutes a sufficiently undisturbed sample depends on the purpose for which the sample is
required and can be a matter of judgement. For example, some compression of the sample might be acceptable
when VOCs are to be determined, but would not be acceptable when the bulk density is to be determined. The
ISO 22475 series defines classes of sample suitable for geotechnical testing.
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Soil sampling techniques usually consists of the following two steps:
a) gaining access to the point of sampling (avoiding services, as well as removing any hard cover, etc.,
digging, or drilling a hole to reach the desired depth of sampling);
b) taking the soil sample.
These steps are interdependent and should both meet the requirements of the sampling principles.
NOTE 3 A distinction can also be made between:
— sampling by drilling (continuous sampling);
— sampling using samplers (sampling devices) to obtain disturbed or undisturbed samples as required once a
borehole or excavation has been formed;
— block sampling (in which a large undisturbed sample is obtained).
Combinations of these sampling methods are possible and sometimes required due to the geological
conditions and the purpose of the investigation.
5 General aspects
5.1 Health and safety
All necessary measures shall be taken when selecting and applying sampling techniques to protect the
health and safety of those carrying out the work, anyone entering the site (with or without permission),
and the general public (e.g. the occupants of neighbouring properties) and to avoid harm to the
environment.
The guidance in ISO 18400-103 shall be followed.
ISO 18400-103 should be read in conjunction with relevant national and international legislation and
regulations regarding health and safety at work and associated guidance produced by statutory bodies
and trade associations.
5.2 Preliminary information
A preliminary investigation comprising a desk study and site reconnaissance (walk-over survey, site
inspection) should be carried out as specified in ISO 18400-202 prior to undertaking any sampling.
The selection of the sampling technique, the sampling equipment to be used, and the method of taking
soil samples depend upon the objectives of the sampling, the strata to be sampled, the nature of possible
contamination, and the examination or analysis to be carried out on the samples.
Information should be compiled and assessed about the following:
a) the objectives of the sampling;
b) required accuracy of measurements;
c) planned locations for boreholes and excavations;
d) the anticipated depths from which samples are to be taken taking into consideration the future use
of the site including depth of excavations or foundations (see ISO 18400-104);
e) potential risks to the health and safety of the site personnel;
f) potential risks to the environment from the investigation including the potential to pollute
groundwater and to spread infective agents;
g) emergency arrangements;
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h) the size and topography of the area to be sampled;
i) accessibility for different types and sizes of equipment and factors such as the likely bearing
capacity of the ground, see Reference [1];
j) the nature of the ground to be sampled;
k) possible lateral and vertical variations of soil type or strata;
l) the geology of the site and surrounding area;
m) the assumed depth to groundwater;
n) previous usage or treatment of the site;
o) the presence of buildings and obstructions such as foundations, buried tanks, and underground
services (e.g. electricity, sewers, mains, cables, gas);
p) the presence of concrete or tarmac pathways, roadways, or hard-standings;
q) the growth of vegetation leading to extensive root development;
r) the presence of unexpected surface-water pools or water-saturated ground;
s) the presence of fences, walls, or earthworks designed to prevent access to the site;
t) the presence of tipped material above the general level of the site or material from the demolition
of buildings;
u) the presence of artefacts of archaeological or heritage value;
v) possible presence of unexploded ordinance, see Reference [2];
w) the presence of protected species, ecosystems, and other features of scientific value;
x) the presence of invasive or noxious plant species (e.g. Japanese Knotweed – Fallopia japonica, Giant
Hogweed – Heracleum mantegazzianum) or infective agents (these may affect humans, animals, or
plants) (see also 7.2, last paragraph);
y) location of water bodies at risk from contamination including surface and ground water;
z) the planned flow of information.
NOTE For guidance on accessibility for light percussion drilling rigs, see Reference [1].
5.3 Sample types
The samples taken should be of appropriate type(s) to enable the objectives of the investigation to be
achieved in accordance with the guidance provided in ISO 18400-104. Special consideration is required
regarding the following:
— whether to take disturbed or undisturbed samples;
— whether to take spot samples or cluster samples or to employ a form of spatial composite sampling
(see Table 1);
— how to comply with any statutory or authoritative guidance relating to judging whether guideline
values (assessment criteria) have been exceeded;
— whether statistical analysis of the data obtained will be required;
— the expected distribution of contaminants or other substances of interest;
— how to reduce uncertainty in the results of the investigation.
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Composite samples should not be used when soil characteristics that may suffer changes during the
composition process, such as concentrations of volatile compounds, are to be determined. They also
should not be used if peak concentrations of any substance or variations of soil characteristics are to be
determined.
The use of cluster samples can reduce sampling uncertainties. This method of sampling is particularly
appropriate when using trial pits when surface samples (e.g. 0,0 mbgl to 0,10 mbgl) are being taken and
when carrying out validation sampling of imported topsoil.
Where composite sampling is used to determine the chara
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NORME ISO
INTERNATIONALE 18400-102
Première édition
2017-01
Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage —
Partie 102:
Choix et application des techniques
d’échantillonnage
Soil quality — Sampling —
Part 102: Selection and application of sampling techniques
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Sommaire Page
Avant-propos .v
Introduction .vi
1 Domaine d’application . 1
2 Références normatives . 1
3 Termes et définitions . 2
4 Principe . 3
5 Aspects généraux . 4
5.1 Santé et sécurité . 4
5.2 Informations préliminaires . 4
5.3 Types d’échantillons . 6
5.4 Taille des échantillons. 7
5.5 Techniques disponibles . 8
6 Choix des techniques d’échantillonnage .18
6.1 Généralités .18
6.2 Machines de forage et équipements auxiliaires .20
7 Aspects généraux .20
7.1 Aspects généraux du travail de terrain .20
7.2 Considérations environnementales .21
7.3 Contamination croisée .23
7.4 Préparation pour l’échantillonnage .25
7.5 Démolition des revêtements superficiels.25
7.6 Prélèvement d’échantillons .26
7.7 Transport, stockage et conservation des échantillons.26
7.8 Remblayage des sondages d’exploration .26
7.9 Élimination des déchets .27
7.10 Personnel .28
8 Prélèvement d’échantillons de matériaux de l’horizon superficiel et d’autres
matériaux à faible profondeur .28
8.1 Échantillons non remaniés .28
8.1.1 Généralités .28
8.1.2 Mode opératoire pour l’utilisation des cylindres d’échantillonnage .28
8.2 Échantillons remaniés .29
8.2.1 Généralités .29
8.2.2 Mode opératoire .29
9 Échantillonnage à de plus grandes profondeurs .30
9.1 Échantillons non remaniés .30
9.1.1 Échantillonnage dans des tranchées de reconnaissance .30
9.1.2 Autres méthodes d’échantillonnage.31
9.2 Échantillons remaniés .31
9.2.1 Généralités .31
9.2.2 Sites agricoles, etc .31
9.2.3 Sites pollués .31
10 Échantillonnage de matériaux en tas .32
10.1 Généralités .32
10.2 Matériel d’échantillonnage .32
Annexe A (informative) Application de techniques particulières .34
Annexe B (informative) Matériel d’échantillonnage manuel ou mécanisé.40
Annexe C (informative) Illustration de quelques matériels de forage et
d’échantillonnage choisis .48
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Annexe D (informative) Matériel d’échantillonnage pour les matériaux en tas .65
Annexe E (informative) Exemples de carottiers de grande dimension .67
Bibliographie .70
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Avant-propos
L’ISO (Organisation internationale de normalisation) est une fédération mondiale d’organismes
nationaux de normalisation (comités membres de l’ISO). L’élaboration des Normes internationales est
en général confiée aux comités techniques de l’ISO. Chaque comité membre intéressé par une étude
a le droit de faire partie du comité technique créé à cet effet. Les organisations internationales,
gouvernementales et non gouvernementales, en liaison avec l’ISO participent également aux travaux.
L’ISO collabore étroitement avec la Commission électrotechnique internationale (IEC) en ce qui
concerne la normalisation électrotechnique.
Les procédures utilisées pour élaborer le présent document et celles destinées à sa mise à jour sont
décrites dans les Directives ISO/IEC, Partie 1. Il convient, en particulier de prendre note des différents
critères d’approbation requis pour les différents types de documents ISO. Le présent document a été
rédigé conformément aux règles de rédaction données dans les Directives ISO/IEC, Partie 2 (voir www
.iso .org/ directives).
L’attention est attirée sur le fait que certains des éléments du présent document peuvent faire l’objet de
droits de propriété intellectuelle ou de droits analogues. L’ISO ne saurait être tenue pour responsable
de ne pas avoir identifié de tels droits de propriété et averti de leur existence. Les détails concernant
les références aux droits de propriété intellectuelle ou autres droits analogues identifiés lors de
l’élaboration du document sont indiqués dans l’Introduction et/ou dans la liste des déclarations de
brevets reçues par l’ISO (voir www .iso .org/ brevets).
Les appellations commerciales éventuellement mentionnées dans le présent document sont données
pour information, par souci de commodité, à l’intention des utilisateurs et ne sauraient constituer un
engagement.
Pour une explication de la nature volontaire des normes, la signification des termes et expressions
spécifiques de l’ISO liés à l’évaluation de la conformité, ou pour toute information au sujet de l’adhésion
de l’ISO aux principes de l’Organisation mondiale du commerce (OMC) concernant les obstacles
techniques au commerce (OTC), voir le lien suivant: w w w . i s o .org/ avant -propos.
Le présent document a été élaboré par le comité technique ISO/TC 190, Qualité du sol, sous-comité SC 2,
Échantillonnage.
Cette première édition de l’ISO 18400-102, conjointement avec l’ISO 18400-104, l’ISO 18400-105 et
l’ISO 18400-206, annule et remplace l’ISO 10381-2:2002 et l’ISO 10381-6:2009, qui ont fait l’objet
d’une révision technique et structurelle. La nouvelle série de l’ISO 18400 est fondée sur une structure
modulaire et ne peut pas être comparée, article par article, à l’ISO 10381-2 et à l’ISO 10381-6.
Une liste de toutes les parties de la série ISO 18400 se trouve sur le site Web de l’ISO.
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Introduction
Le présent document fait partie d’une série de normes internationales destinées à être utilisées
conjointement suivant les besoins. Elle traite de divers aspects de l’échantillonnage en vue d’une
investigation du sol, y compris des investigations agricoles, forestières et de pollution, mais elle ne
s’applique pas aux investigations liées à des problématiques géotechniques. Celles-ci sont traitées dans
la série de l’ISO 22475.
L’ISO 22475-1 spécifie les principes techniques des travaux d’échantillonnage et de mesures
piézométriques pour les projets géotechniques. Elle fournit une description et des lignes directrices
pour l’application de nombreuses techniques d’échantillonnage comprises dans le présent document,
même dans un contexte différent. De nombreuses entreprises chargées d’exécuter des travaux
en relation avec des études environnementales connaissent bien ses exigences qui sont souvent
prescriptives. Elle comprend des informations détaillées sur la conception de certains équipements.
Il est à noter que la nomenclature utilisée dans le présent document peut différer selon les endroits,
par rapport à celle utilisée dans l’ISO 22475-1, en raison des différents contextes et traditions dans les
domaines de la reconnaissance géotechnique et géo-environnementale.
Les principes généraux, à appliquer dans la conception des programmes d’échantillonnage pour la
caractérisation des sols et l’identification des sources et des effets de la pollution des sols et des matériaux
1)
1)
de sol associés, sont donnés dans l’ISO 18400-104 . L’ISO 18400-104 fournit des informations sur les
emplacements où les prélèvements doivent être effectués, les essais à effectuer, le type d’échantillon,
la profondeur d’échantillonnage et la représentativité exigée du système d’échantillonnage pour des
prélèvements à des fins spécifiques.
Le présent document fait partie d’une série de normes d’échantillonnage des sols. Le rôle/la fonction
des Normes internationales au sein du programme d’investigation global est illustré(e) à la Figure 1.
1) En cours d’élaboration.
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Figure 1 — Liens entre les éléments essentiels d’un programme d’investigation
NOTE 1 Les chiffres figurant dans les cercles de la Figure 1 définissent les éléments clés (1 à 7) du programme
d’investigation.
NOTE 2 La Figure 1 présente un processus générique qui peut être modifié si nécessaire.
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Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage —
Partie 102:
Choix et application des techniques d’échantillonnage
1 Domaine d’application
Le présent document fournit des lignes directrices concernant les techniques de prélèvement
d’échantillons de sorte que ceux-ci puissent être examinés dans le but de fournir des informations sur la
qualité des sols. Elle donne des informations sur le matériel habituellement utilisé dans des situations
particulières d’échantillonnage pour exécuter correctement des procédures d’échantillonnage et de
prélever des échantillons représentatifs. Des lignes directrices sont données pour le choix du matériel
et des techniques à employer pour permettre d’échantillonner correctement à différentes profondeurs,
des échantillons remaniés et des échantillons non remaniés.
Le présent document ne couvre pas:
— les investigations pour des problématiques géotechniques, même si, lorsque le réaménagement d’un
site est envisagé, l’évaluation de la qualité du sol et la reconnaissance géotechnique peuvent être
parfois avantageusement combinées;
— l’échantillonnage de couches dures telles que la roche mère;
— les méthodes de collecte d’informations sur la qualité du sol sans prélèvement d’échantillons, telles
que les méthodes géophysiques;
— le prélèvement d’échantillons d’eau (ces échantillons d’eau doivent être prélevés conformément à
des normes internationales appropriées traitant de l’échantillonnage des eaux souterraines et de
l’eau de surface; pour plus d’informations, voir la série de l’ISO 5667);
— l’échantillonnage des gaz du sol à propos desquels des lignes directrices sont fournies dans
l’ISO 18400-204;
— l’étude des sites potentiellement contaminés par des substances radioactives.
NOTE 1 Le terme «Technique d’échantillonnage» est défini dans l’ISO 11074.
NOTE 2 Des lignes directrices pour l’étude et l’évaluation de la radioactivité dans les sols sont fournies dans la
série de l’ISO 18589.
2 Références normatives
Les documents suivants cités dans le texte constituent, pour tout ou partie de leur contenu, des
exigences du présent document. Pour les références datées, seule l’édition citée s’applique. Pour les
références non datées, la dernière édition du document de référence s’applique (y compris les éventuels
amendements).
ISO 3551-1, Matériel de forage rotatif au diamant avec carottage — Système A — Partie 1: Unités métriques
ISO 3552-1, Matériel de forage rotatif au diamant avec carottage — Système B — Partie 1: Unités métriques
ISO 10097-1, Équipement de forage au diamant à ligne à câble avec carottage — Système A — Partie 1:
Unités métriques
ISO 11074, Qualité du sol — Vocabulaire
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ISO 18400-101, Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage — Partie 101: Cadre pour la préparation et l’application
d’un plan d’échantillonnage
ISO 18400-103, Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage — Partie 103: Sécurité
2)
ISO 18400-104 , Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage — Partie 104: Stratégies
ISO 18400-105, Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage — Partie 105: Emballage, transport, stockage et
conservation des échantillons
ISO 18400-201, Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage — Partie 201: Prétraitement physique sur le terrain
3)
ISO 18400-202 , Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage — Partie 202: Enquêtes préliminaires
ISO 25177, Qualité du sol — Description du sol sur le terrain
3 Termes et définitions
Pour les besoins du présent document, les termes et définitions donnés dans l’ISO 11074 ainsi que les
suivants s’appliquent.
L’ISO et l’IEC tiennent à jour des bases de données terminologiques destinées à être utilisées en
normalisation, consultables aux adresses suivantes:
— IEC Electropedia: disponible à l’adresse http:// www .electropedia .org/ .
— ISO Online browsing platform: disponible à l’adresse http:// www .iso .org/ obp.
3.1
échantillon de zone
échantillon composite pour lequel les prélèvements élémentaires sont effectués dans une petite zone
autour d’un point d’échantillonnage prédéfini
2 2
Note 1 à l’article: La zone échantillonnée varie en général de 0,5 m à 1,0 m .
Note 2 à l’article: Le matériau est prélevé dans la même couche ou dans un matériau présentant les mêmes
caractéristiques.
3.2
cylindre coupant
dispositif cylindrique à couvercle et fond amovibles, introduit en force dans la surface du sol exposé
pour obtenir un échantillon non remanié (3.7)
3.3
échantillon remanié
échantillon de sol obtenu sans souci de préserver la structure du sol
EXEMPLE Échantillon obtenu en utilisant une tarière manuelle.
[SOURCE: ISO 11074:2015, 4.4.8, modifiée pour lire: … de sol…]
2) En cours d’élaboration. Stade à la date de publication: ISO/DIS 18400-104:2016.
3) En cours d’élaboration. Stade à la date de publication: ISO/DIS 18400-202:2016.
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3.4
boîte de Kubiëna
boîte métallique à couvercle et fond amovibles, pouvant être introduite en force dans la surface du sol
exposé pour obtenir un échantillon non remanié (3.7)
Note 1 à l’article: Habituellement fabriquée aux dimensions souhaitées à partir de tôle d’aluminium, d’acier
galvanisé ou d’acier inoxydable. Les dimensions sont variables mais un exemple type peut avoir une surface
d’environ 55 mm × 75 mm avec une profondeur de 40 mm. Une fois obtenu, l’échantillon peut être utilisé pour
déterminer la masse volumique apparente ou il peut être imprégné de résine avant la production de lames minces
pour examen microscopique.
3.5
échantillon spatial
échantillon composite constitué à partir de prélèvements élémentaires de même taille, également
répartis, recueillis dans une zone prédéfinie puis homogénéisés
Note 1 à l’article: Les prélèvements élémentaires peuvent être localisés selon un maillage régulier, de façon
aléatoire ou selon un autre schéma. Dans le cadre d’études de terrains agricoles/horticoles, les grilles
d’échantillonnage «N», «S», «W» et «X» sont couramment utilisées.
Note 2 à l’article: On part du principe général selon lequel la répartition des constituants du sol est relativement
homogène. Le long du contour d’une grille de ce type, un certain nombre d’échantillons ou de prélèvements
élémentaires sont prélevés, puis sont homogénéisés et mélangés afin d’obtenir un seul échantillon (composite) à
des fins d’analyse.
3.6
échantillon ponctuel
échantillon prélevé en un emplacement discret, constitué d’un ou de plusieurs prélèvements
élémentaires contigus
Note 1 à l’article: Il peut s’agir d’un échantillon remanié (3.3) ou non remanié (3.7).
3.7
échantillon non remanié
échantillon de sol obtenu sans perturber la structure du sol pendant la procédure d’échantillonnage
Note 1 à l’article: Un matériel d’échantillonnage particulier est utilisé afin que les particules et les pores du sol ne
puissent pas varier par rapport à la répartition effective dans le sol avant l’échantillonnage (les résultats obtenus
sont proportionnels au volume ou proportionnels à la masse).
4 Principe
Il convient que la technique d’échantillonnage soit choisie en tenant compte de tous les besoins de
l’étude, y compris la distribution planifiée des prélèvements, les profondeurs auxquelles les échantillons
doivent être prélevés, la taille et le type de(s) échantillon(s) requis, la nature des polluants potentiels et
la nature du site ainsi que les problèmes posés par le site pour la réalisation de l’étude.
Il convient que la (les) techniques d’échantillonnage soit (soient) choisie(s) de manière à permettre:
— le prélèvement d’échantillons de sol et de matériaux de sol pouvant être présentés au laboratoire
pour examen ou analyse afin d’obtenir des informations de base concernant la pédologie et la
répartition de sols d’origine naturelle ou anthropique, leur composition chimique, minéralogique
et biologique, ainsi que leurs propriétés physiques à des endroits choisis, selon le cas, pour la
réalisation des objectifs de l’étude;
— l’examen et la traçabilité de matériaux in situ exposés pour les besoins de l’étude.
NOTE 1 Des lignes directrices détaillées concernant les aspects généraux de l’échantillonnage, sont données en
5.1 à 5.4 pour le choix et l’application des techniques d’échantillonnage et en 5.5 pour les techniques disponibles.
Des lignes directrices détaillées sont données à l’Article 6 pour le choix des techniques d’échantillonnage et à
l’Article 7 pour l’application de ces techniques.
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L’utilisation de méthodes manuelles ou de méthodes mécanisées figurent parmi les décisions à
prendre. Un échantillonnage peut être requis au niveau ou près de la surface du sol, à une certaine
profondeur au-dessous de la surface du sol, ou en des endroits profonds. Les méthodes utilisées pour
atteindre la profondeur souhaitée pour l’échantillonnage comprennent les procédés tel que l’excavation
(par exemple des tranchées de reconnaissance), l’utilisation de sondes contrôlées, ou par forage (par
exemple trous de forage).
En fonction de l’objectif pour lequel l’échantillonnage est effectué, il est possible de prélever des
échantillons non remaniés ou des échantillons remaniés (5.3). Il est possible que des échantillons non
remaniés soient requis, par exemple, pour des essais physiques ou pour la détermination de composés
organiques volatils (COV).
NOTE 2 La constitution d’un échantillon suffisamment non remanié dépend de l’objectif pour lequel
l’échantillonnage est requis et peut être une affaire d’appréciation. Par exemple, une certaine compression
de l’échantillon peut être admise pour la détermination des COV, mais pas pour la détermination de la masse
volumique apparente. La série de normes ISO 22475 définit les classes d’échantillons appropriés pour les essais
géotechniques.
Les techniques d’échantillonnage du sol comprennent habituellement les deux étapes suivantes:
a) l’accès au point d’échantillonnage (en évitant les branchements aux services ainsi que l’élimination
de toute couverture rigide, etc., l’excavation ou le forage d’un trou pour atteindre la profondeur
souhaitée pour l’échantillonnage);
b) l’échantillonnage du sol.
Ces étapes sont interdépendantes et il convient qu’elles répondent aux exigences des principes
d’échantillonnage.
NOTE 3 Il est également possible de faire une distinction entre:
— l’échantillonnage par forage (carottage continu);
— l’échantillonnage par carottiers (dispositifs d’échantillonnage) pour obtenir les échantillons remaniés ou non
après la réalisation d’un trou de forage ou d’une excavation;
— l’échantillonnage de blocs (permettant d’obtenir un grand nombre d’échantillons non remaniés).
Il est possible de combiner ces méthodes d’échantillonnage et il est parfois nécessaire de le faire en
raison des conditions géologiques et des objectifs de l’étude.
5 Aspects généraux
5.1 Santé et sécurité
Lors du choix et de l’application des techniques d’échantillonnage, toutes les mesures nécessaires
doivent être prises pour protéger la santé et assurer la sécurité des personnes exécutant les travaux, de
toute personne pénétrant sur le site (avec ou sans autorisation) et du public de manière générale (par
exemple les occupants de sites voisins) et pour éviter de nuire à l’environnement.
Les lignes directrices de l’ISO 18400-103 doivent être suivies.
Il convient que l’ISO 18400-103 soit lue conjointement avec les lois et les réglementations nationales
et internationales applicables en matière de santé et de sécurité au travail et aux directives associées
émanant d’organismes réglementaires et d’associations professionnelles.
5.2 Informations préliminaires
Il convient qu’un diagnostic préliminaire, comprenant une étude sur documents et une reconnaissance
du site (levé de surface, inspection du site), tel que spécifié dans l’ISO 18400-202, soit effectué avant
d’entreprendre toute opération d’échantillonnage.
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Le choix de la technique d’échantillonnage, du matériel d’échantillonnage à utiliser et de la méthode de
prélèvement d’échantillons de sol dépend des objectifs de l’échantillonnage, des couches de sol à prélever,
de la nature la pollution potentielle et de l’examen ou de l’analyse à effectuer sur les échantillons.
Il convient de compiler et d’évaluer les informations concernant:
a) les objectifs de l’échantillonnage;
b) l’exactitude requise des mesures;
c) les emplacements prévus pour les trous de forage et les excavations;
d) les profondeurs auxquelles il a été prévu de prélever des échantillons, en tenant compte de l’usage
futur du site, y compris la profondeur des excavations ou des fondations (voir l’ISO 18400-104);
e) les risques potentiels pour la santé et la sécurité du personnel sur le site;
f) les risques potentiels pour l’environnement liés à l’investigation, y compris le risque de pollution
des eaux souterraines et de dispersion d’agents infectieux;
g) les dispositions en cas d’urgence;
h) les dimensions et la topographie de la zone à échantillonner;
i) l’accessibilité pour les différents types et tailles d’équipements et facteurs tels que la capacité
portante probable du sol, voir Référence [1];
j) la nature du sol à échantillonner;
k) les possibles variations latérales et verticales du type de sol ou des couc
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
oSIST ISO 18400-102:2018
01-februar-2018
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Soil quality - Sampling - Part 102: Selection and application of sampling techniques
Qualité du sol - Échantillonnage - Partie 102: Choix et application des techniques
d'échantillonnage
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13.080.05 Preiskava tal na splošno Examination of soils in
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 18400-102
First edition
2017-01
Soil quality — Sampling —
Part 102:
Selection and application of sampling
techniques
Qualité du sol — Échantillonnage —
Partie 102: Choix et application des techniques d’échantillonnage
Reference number
ISO 18400-102:2017(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
Introduction .vi
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 2
4 Principle . 3
5 General aspects . 4
5.1 Health and safety . 4
5.2 Preliminary information . 4
5.3 Sample types . 5
5.4 Sample size . 7
5.5 Available techniques . 7
6 Selection of sampling techniques .20
6.1 General .20
6.2 Drilling rigs and ancillary equipment .22
7 General aspects of application .22
7.1 General aspects of field work .22
7.2 Environmental considerations .23
7.3 Cross-contamination .25
7.4 Preparing to sample .26
7.5 Breaking out .26
7.6 Collection of samples .27
7.7 Transport, storage, and preservation of samples.27
7.8 Backfilling of exploratory holes .27
7.9 Disposal of waste materials .28
7.10 Personnel .28
8 Taking samples of top-soil and other near surface materials .28
8.1 Undisturbed samples .28
8.1.1 General.28
8.1.2 Procedure for use of sampling cylinders.29
8.2 Disturbed samples .29
8.2.1 General.29
8.2.2 Procedure .30
9 Sampling at greater depths .30
9.1 Undisturbed samples .30
9.1.1 Sampling from trial pits .30
9.1.2 Other sampling methods.31
9.2 Disturbed samples .31
9.2.1 General.31
9.2.2 Agricultural sites, etc. .31
9.2.3 Contaminated sites .31
10 Sampling stockpiles .32
10.1 General .32
10.2 Sampling equipment .32
Annex A (informative) Application of particular techniques .34
Annex B (informative) Manually and power-operated sampling equipment .40
Annex C (informative) Illustration of some selected drilling and sampling equipment .47
Annex D (informative) Sampling equipment for stockpiles .64
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Annex E (informative) Examples of large samplers .66
Bibliography .69
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www .iso .org/ directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www .iso .org/ patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation on the meaning of ISO specific terms and expressions related to conformity assessment,
as well as information about ISO’s adherence to the World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the
Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) see the following URL: www . i so .org/ iso/ foreword .html
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 190, Soil quality, Subcommittee SC 2,
Sampling.
This first edition of ISO 18400-102, together with ISO 18400-104, ISO 18400-105 and ISO 18400-206,
cancels and replaces ISO 10381-2:2002 and ISO 10381-6:2009, which have been technically and
structurally revised. The new ISO 18400 series is based on a modular structure and cannot be compared
to ISO 10381-2 and ISO 10381-6 clause by clause.
A list of all parts in the ISO 18400 series can be found on the ISO website.
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Introduction
This document is one of a group of International Standards intended to be used in conjunction with each
other where necessary. It deals with various aspects of sampling for the purposes of soil investigation
including agricultural, forestry, and contamination investigations, but is not applicable to investigations
for geotechnical purposes. These are dealt with in the ISO 22475 series.
ISO 22475-1 specifies the technical principles for the execution of sampling and groundwater
measurements for geotechnical purposes. It describes and provides guidance on the application of many
of the sampling techniques included in this document albeit in a different context. Many contractors
engaged to carry out work in connection with environmental studies will be familiar with its often
prescriptive requirements. It includes detailed design information for some equipment. It is to be
noted that the nomenclature used in this document may differ in places from that used in ISO 22475-1
because of the different contexts and traditions in the fields of geotechnical and geo-environmental
investigation.
General principles to be applied in the design of sampling programmes for the purpose of
characterization of soil and identification of sources and effects of contamination of soil and related
1)
1)
material are given in ISO 18400-104 . ISO 18400-104 provides information about where to sample,
the tests to be conducted, the type of sample, the depth of sampling and the required representativeness
of the sampling system for sampling in respect of specific purposes.
This document is part of a series on sampling standards for soil. The role/position of the International
Standards within the total investigation programme is shown in Figure 1.
1) Under preparation.
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Figure 1 — Links between the essential elements of an investigation programme
NOTE 1 The numbers in circles in Figure 1 define the key elements (1 to 7) of the investigation programme.
NOTE 2 Figure 1 displays a generic process which can be amended when necessary.
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Soil quality — Sampling —
Part 102:
Selection and application of sampling techniques
1 Scope
This document gives guidelines for techniques for taking samples so that these can subsequently be
examined for the purpose of providing information on soil quality. It gives information on equipment
that is typically applicable in particular sampling situations to enable correct sampling procedures to
be carried out and representative samples to be collected. Guidance is given on the selection of the
equipment and the techniques to use to enable both disturbed and undisturbed samples to be correctly
taken at different depths.
This document does not cover:
— investigations for geotechnical purposes, though where redevelopment of a site is envisaged, the soil
quality investigation and the geotechnical investigation may sometimes be beneficially combined;
— sampling of hard strata such as bedrock;
— methods for the collection of information on soil quality without taking samples such as geophysical
methods;
— collection of water samples (these are to be collected in accordance with appropriate International
Standards on ground or surface water sampling; for further information, see the ISO 5667 series);
— investigations of soil gas about which guidance is provided in ISO 18400-204;
— investigation of radioactively contaminated sites.
NOTE 1 “Sampling technique” is defined in ISO 11074.
NOTE 2 Guidance on the investigation and assessment of radioactivity in soils is provided in the ISO 18589
series.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 3551-1, Rotary core diamond drilling equipment — System A — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 3552-1, Rotary core diamond drilling equipment — System B — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 10097-1, Wireline diamond core drilling equipment — System A — Part 1: Metric units
ISO 11074, Soil quality — Vocabulary
ISO 18400-101, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 101: Framework for the preparation and application of a
sampling plan
ISO 18400-103, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 103: Safety
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2)
ISO 18400-104 , Soil quality — Sampling — Part 104: Strategies and statistical evaluations
ISO 18400-105, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 105: Packaging, transport, storage and preservation
of samples
ISO 18400-201, Soil quality — Sampling — Part 201: Physical pretreatment in the field
3)
ISO 18400-202 , Soil quality — Sampling — Part 202: Preliminary investigations
ISO 25177, Soil quality — Field soil description
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 11074 and the following apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at http:// www .electropedia .org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at http:// www .iso .org/ obp
3.1
cluster sample
composite sample for which the increments are taken over a small area around a predefined
sampling point
2 2
Note 1 to entry: Sampled area is typically about 0,5 m to 1,0 m .
Note 2 to entry: Material sampled is taken from within the same stratum or from material with the same
characteristics.
3.2
cutting cylinder
cylindrical device with removable top and base forced into the surface of exposed soil to obtain an
undisturbed sample (3.7)
3.3
disturbed sample
sample obtained from the ground without any attempt to preserve the soil structure
EXAMPLE Sample obtained by using a hand auger.
[SOURCE: ISO 11074:2015, 4.4.8, modified — changed to read: …from the ground…]
3.4
Kubiëna tin
metal box with removable top and base which can be forced into the surface of exposed soil to obtain an
undisturbed sample (3.7)
Note 1 to entry: Usually made to desired size from aluminium, galvanized steel, or stainless steel sheet. Size
varies, but a typical example might have an area of about 55 mm × 75 mm with a depth of 40 mm. The sample,
once obtained, can be used to determine bulk density or may be impregnated with resin prior to the production
of thin sections for microscopic examination.
2) Under preparation. Stage at the time of publication: ISO/DIS 18400-104:2016.
3) Under preparation. Stage at the time of publication: ISO/DIS 18400-202:2016.
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3.5
spatial sample
composite sample formed from evenly spaced increments of the same size taken over a predetermined
area which are then bulked together
Note 1 to entry: The increments may be located according to a regular grid, random, or other pattern. In
agricultural/horticultural land investigations, “N”, “S”, “W”, and “X” sampling patterns are commonly used.
Note 2 to entry: The general premise is that the distribution of soil constituents is relatively homogeneous. Along
the outline of such a pattern, a number of samples or increments are taken which are bulked and mixed to provide
one (composite) sample for analysis.
3.6
spot sample
sample from a discrete location made up of one or more contiguous increments
Note 1 to entry: May be a disturbed (3.3) or undisturbed sample (3.7).
3.7
undisturbed sample
sample obtained from the ground with soil structure unaltered during sampling procedure
Note 1 to entry: Special sampling equipment is used so that the soil particles and voids cannot change from
the distribution which exists in the ground before sampling (these can provide volume-proportional or mass-
proportional results).
4 Principle
Sampling technique should be chosen taking into account all the needs of the investigation including
planned distribution of sampling locations, the depth(s) from which samples are to be taken, the size
and type of sample(s) required, the nature of any potential contaminants, and the nature of the site
including any problems the site poses to carrying out the investigation.
The sampling technique(s) should be selected to enable:
— the collection of samples of soil and soil materials that can be presented to the laboratory for
examination or analysis to establish basic information on the pedology and distribution of naturally
occurring or man-made soils, their chemical, mineralogical and biological composition, and their
physical properties at selected locations, as appropriate, to meet the objectives of the investigation;
— examination and recording of in situ materials exposed by the investigation.
NOTE 1 Detailed guidance on general aspects of sampling relevant to the selection and application of sampling
techniques are given in 5.1 to 5.4 and about available techniques in 5.5. Detailed guidance on the selection of
sampling techniques is provided in Clause 6 and on their application in Clause 7.
Among the decisions to be made is whether to use manual methods or machinery. Sampling may be
required at or near the ground surface at some depth below the ground surface, or from locations deep
below the ground surface. Methods of achieving the desired depth for sampling include formation of
excavations (e.g. trial pits), by driven probes, or by drilling (e.g. boreholes).
Depending on the purpose for which sampling is being carried out, either disturbed or undisturbed,
samples may be taken (5.3). Undisturbed samples could be required, for example, for soil physical
testing or for determination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
NOTE 2 What constitutes a sufficiently undisturbed sample depends on the purpose for which the sample is
required and can be a matter of judgement. For example, some compression of the sample might be acceptable
when VOCs are to be determined, but would not be acceptable when the bulk density is to be determined. The
ISO 22475 series defines classes of sample suitable for geotechnical testing.
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Soil sampling techniques usually consists of the following two steps:
a) gaining access to the point of sampling (avoiding services, as well as removing any hard cover, etc.,
digging, or drilling a hole to reach the desired depth of sampling);
b) taking the soil sample.
These steps are interdependent and should both meet the requirements of the sampling principles.
NOTE 3 A distinction can also be made between:
— sampling by drilling (continuous sampling);
— sampling using samplers (sampling devices) to obtain disturbed or undisturbed samples as required once a
borehole or excavation has been formed;
— block sampling (in which a large undisturbed sample is obtained).
Combinations of these sampling methods are possible and sometimes required due to the geological
conditions and the purpose of the investigation.
5 General aspects
5.1 Health and safety
All necessary measures shall be taken when selecting and applying sampling techniques to protect the
health and safety of those carrying out the work, anyone entering the site (with or without permission),
and the general public (e.g. the occupants of neighbouring properties) and to avoid harm to the
environment.
The guidance in ISO 18400-103 shall be followed.
ISO 18400-103 should be read in conjunction with relevant national and international legislation and
regulations regarding health and safety at work and associated guidance produced by statutory bodies
and trade associations.
5.2 Preliminary information
A preliminary investigation comprising a desk study and site reconnaissance (walk-over survey, site
inspection) should be carried out as specified in ISO 18400-202 prior to undertaking any sampling.
The selection of the sampling technique, the sampling equipment to be used, and the method of taking
soil samples depend upon the objectives of the sampling, the strata to be sampled, the nature of possible
contamination, and the examination or analysis to be carried out on the samples.
Information should be compiled and assessed about the following:
a) the objectives of the sampling;
b) required accuracy of measurements;
c) planned locations for boreholes and excavations;
d) the anticipated depths from which samples are to be taken taking into consideration the future use
of the site including depth of excavations or foundations (see ISO 18400-104);
e) potential risks to the health and safety of the site personnel;
f) potential risks to the environment from the investigation including the potential to pollute
groundwater and to spread infective agents;
g) emergency arrangements;
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h) the size and topography of the area to be sampled;
i) accessibility for different types and sizes of equipment and factors such as the likely bearing
capacity of the ground, see Reference [1];
j) the nature of the ground to be sampled;
k) possible lateral and vertical variations of soil type or strata;
l) the geology of the site and surrounding area;
m) the assumed depth to groundwater;
n) previous usage or treatment of the site;
o) the presence of buildings and obstructions such as foundations, buried tanks, and underground
services (e.g. electricity, sewers, mains, cables, gas);
p) the presence of concrete or tarmac pathways, roadways, or hard-standings;
q) the growth of vegetation leading to extensive root development;
r) the presence of unexpected surface-water pools or water-saturated ground;
s) the presence of fences, walls, or earthworks designed to prevent access to the site;
t) the presence of tipped material above the general level of the site or material from the demolition
of buildings;
u) the presence of artefacts of archaeological or heritage value;
v) possible presence of unexploded ordinance, see Reference [2];
w) the presence of protected species, ecosystems, and other features of scientific value;
x) the presence of invasive or noxious plant species (e.g. Japanese Knotweed – Fallopia japonica, Giant
Hogweed – Heracleum mantegazzianum) or infective agents (these may affect humans, animals, or
plants) (see also 7.2, last paragraph);
y) location of water bodies at risk from contamination including surface and ground water;
z) the planned flow of information.
NOTE For guidance on accessibility for light percussion drilling rigs, see Reference [1].
5.3 Sample types
The samples taken should be of appropriate type(s) to enable the objectives of the investigation to be
achieved in accordance with the guidance provided in ISO 18400-104. Special consideration is required
regarding the following:
— whether to take disturbed or undisturbed samples;
— whether to take spot samples or cluster samples or to employ a form of spatial composite sampling
(see Table 1);
— how to
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