GB17378.3-2007
The specification for marine monitoring Part 3:Sample collection,storage and transportation
海洋监测规范 第3部分:样品采集、贮存与运输
GB 17378.3-2007 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for The specification for marine monitoring Part 3:Sample collection,storage and transportation. It appears in the Environment compliance cluster with a environmental protection focus and has an implementation date of May 1, 2008.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to the collection, storage, and transportation of water quality, sediment, and biological samples in marine environments. It is also applicable to marine waste dumping and dredging material disposal operations. It is mandatory for all entities conducting marine environmental monitoring in China. The standard does not cover specific laboratory analytical methods, which are addressed in other parts of the GB 17378 series.
Technical requirements
GB 17378.3-2007 establishes the fundamental methods and procedures for marine sample collection. It outlines general principles for sampling representativeness, objective setting, and sample custody to ensure data objectively characterizes the marine environment. Strict adherence to these sampling procedures is essential for valid environmental assessments. For water quality samples, the standard specifies requirements for sampling station layout, temporal frequency optimization, and the selection of sampling devices. It details specific collection procedures for special samples, including dissolved oxygen, heavy metals, and oil, emphasizing contamination prevention from the vessel or equipment. Regarding sediment samples, the standard provides guidelines for station layout consistent with water quality monitoring points. It covers the collection of both surface and core samples, requiring specific field descriptions of color, odor, and biological phenomena. Samples must be stored in appropriate containers, such as borosilicate glass or polyethylene bags, to prevent contamination. For biological samples, the standard focuses on selecting species that accumulate pollutants, primarily mussels and oysters. It defines the criteria for sample age, size, and seasonal collection, along with specific preservation methods like freezing at -10°C to -20°C for different types of marine organisms.
Testing methods
While this standard does not specify laboratory analytical testing methods, it mandates rigorous field quality control procedures. These include the use of field blank samples to assess environmental contamination during sampling, field parallel samples to determine sampling precision, and field spiked samples to monitor changes during transportation. The standard also details specific evaluation procedures for sampling device performance, including sealing reliability and material inertness.
FAQs
What products or activities are regulated under GB 17378.3-2007?
This standard regulates the procedures for collecting, storing, and transporting marine environmental samples, including water, sediment, and biota. It applies to routine marine monitoring and ocean waste dumping activities.
Is GB 17378.3-2007 a mandatory standard?
Yes, all technical content in this standard is mandatory for organizations conducting marine environmental monitoring within Chinese jurisdictions.
How does GB 17378.3-2007 relate to other marine monitoring standards?
It is Part 3 of the GB 17378 series. While this part focuses on sample collection and handling, laboratory analysis methods are specified in subsequent parts, such as GB 17378.4 for seawater analysis and GB 17378.5 for sediment analysis.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Environmental protection
- CCS
- A45
- ICS
- 07.060
- Competent department
- Ministry of Natural Resources (Marine)
- Technical committee
- National Technical Committee on Marine of Standardization Administration of China
Relationships
Replaces:GB 17378.3-1998