Hydrocarbon Detection Test Strips
Abstract
The U.S. Coast Guard is required by statute to respond to reports of oil and chemical discharges that occur in or near navigable U.S. Territorial waterways and their tributaries. Although the test strips detect oil, it was difficult to determine the type of oil that created the sheen. A comparison key (perhaps developed by the manufacturer) could help with that determination so that the source could be better identified. Development of such a key was deemed to be out of scope of the evaluation. It was the consensus of the test team that the test strips are useful to aid in eliminating some potential sources and to indicate the merit of additional sampling. Test strips would be used only to eliminate potential sources, but not be suitable for use as evidence. At less than $0.50 each, test strips are inexpensive making them very affordable for purchase with unit funds.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1203692