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Designation:D5888–95 (Reapproved 2002)
Standard Guide for
Storage and Handling of Geosynthetic Clay Liners
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 5888; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
e NOTE—Section 1.4 was added in January 2002.
1. Scope 3. Terminology
1.1 This guide covers guidelines for the proper storage and 3.1 Definitions:
handling of geosynthetic clay liners received at the job site by 3.1.1 core pipe, n—a rigid pipe or rod inserted through the
the end user. core of a GCLroll. Each end of the pipe is connected to a chain
1.2 This guide contains general guidelines and is not in- or lifting strap which attaches to equipment for GCL unload-
tended to replace project-specific requirements as found in the ing, on-site handling, and installation.
contract drawings or specifications. In the event of a conflict, 3.1.2 geosynthetic clay liner (GCL), n—a manufactured
therequirementsoftheprojectspecificationswillsupersedethe hydraulic barrier consisting of clay bonded to a layer or layers
requirements of this practice. of geosynthetics.
1.3 The values given in SI units are to be regarded as the 3.1.3 spreader bar, n—a steel beam used in conjunction
standard. The inch-pound units given in parentheses are for with the core pipe that prevents the lifting chains or straps from
information only. chafing against the ends of the GCL roll.
1.4 This guide offers an organized collection of information 3.1.4 stinger, n—a rigid pipe or rod with one end directly
or a series of options and does not recommend a specific connected to a forklift or other equipment. The opposite end of
course of action. This document cannot replace education or the stinger can then be inserted through the GCLroll core such
experience and should be used in conjunction with professional thattheequipmentisabletounload,handle,orinstalltheGCL.
judgement. Not all aspects of this guide may be applicable in 3.1.5 For definitions of other geosynthetic terms used in this
all circumstances. This ASTM standard is not intended to practice, refer to Terminology D 4439.
represent or replace the standard of care by which the
4. Significance and Use
adequacy of a given professional service must be judged, nor
should this document be applied without consideration of a 4.1 For optimum performance, GCLs must be stored and
handled prior to their installation in a manner that does not
project’s many unique aspects. The word “Standard” in the
title of this document means only that the document has been impact their physical properties. Adherence to these storage
and handling guidelines will help to ensure that acceptable
approved through the ASTM consensus process.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the GCL performance will be achieved.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
5. Procedure
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
5.1 Receiving and Handling GCL at the Job Site:
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
5.1.1 The GCLs are packaged in individual rolls and are
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
typically delivered to the job site in trucks. Each roll is
2. Referenced Documents
individually wrapped and labeled by the GCL manufacturer.
2.1 ASTM Standards: Prior to unloading the rolls, make a visual examination of the
shipment in order to identify any damage that may have
D 4354 Practice for Sampling of Geosynthetics for Testing
D 4439 Terminology for Geosynthetics occurred in transit to the site. Record and report any immedi-
atelyvisibleorsuspecteddamagetotheGCLrollsimmediately
D 4873 Guide for Identification, Storage, and Handling of
Geotextiles to the GCLcarrier and to the supplier.Tag, mark, and segregate
damaged rolls.
5.1.2 Unloading the rolls from the delivery vehicle must be
This guide is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D35 on Geosynthetics
done in manner that prevents damage to the GCL and its
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D35.04 on Geosynthetic Clay
packaging.
Liners.
Current edition approved Dec. 10, 1995. Published February 1996.
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