1.1 This guide applies to liquid protective coatings, related products, and their dried films. It is a guide for the selection of analytical procedures for the determination of the presence and quantity of selected materials that may present potential physiological hazards.

1.2 Various levels of government have established laws and regulations that limit the quantity or prohibit the presence of certain materials classified as hazardous in protective coatings. Materials subject to such regulations are within the scope of this guide.

1.3 A hazardous material within the scope of this guide is one that exhibits harmful physiological effects through ingestion, inhalation, absorption, or skin or eye contact. Hazards associated with combustion are not within its scope.

1.4 This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems 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.