ASTM F 3533/F3533M : 2024

1.1This guide identifies pipeline components, recommended protocols and evaluation criteria to consider in the inspection and acceptance of installed thermoplastic pipe by either person-entry, or remote inspection.

1.2This guide is intended for installation related observations and assumes that pre-installation inspection has been completed and all final settlement of fill has occurred. Inspection should be a minimum of 30 days after installation. This inspection period could be increased to accommodate the installer’s warranty period, which is typically one year or greater.

1.3It applies to the thermoplastic non-pressure gravity flow storm and sewer pipe manufactured in accordance with Specifications D3034, F679, F714, F794, F894, F949, F1803, F2306, F2435, F2562, F2648, F2763, F2764, F2881, F2947, F3123, ISO 21138, ISO 4435, ISO 8772 and ISO 8773. It may also be considered for use for any similar thermoplastic pipe products not covered by this list but with similar physical or performance characteristics if approved by the owner. This guide does not supersede any regulatory requirements, project specifications, or any of the requirements in the noted thermoplastic storm and sewer standards.

1.4Person entry is normally used unless extenuating circumstances preclude this type inspection by the engineer. Remote inspection is recommended for use for pipe diameters of 30 in. [750 mm] and smaller unless otherwise specified by owner or engineer. Person entry ultimately depends on the safety, size, and environmental consideration assessments by the engineer.

1.5Access of installed pipe for manual inspection should follow OSHA 29 CFR PART 1926 SUBPART AA or ISO 45001, or any other applicable regulations for confined space entry. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined.

1.7This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.8This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.