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Random Selection of Sampling or Test Locations
  • Publication no: ATM-020-23
  • Published: 23 August 2023
  • Edition: 1.0

This test method describes the procedure for establishing sampling locations, sampling intervals or test locations within a lot, which has been defined in terms of mass, volume, perimeter or batches. The method contains procedures which allow locations or intervals to be selected using either:

  • Random Sampling; or
  • Random Stratified Sampling.

These procedures ensure that samples or tests are taken at locations or intervals which are distributed within a lot in such a way that bias is removed from the selection process.

This test method can also be downloaded as a Word document.

  • 1. Preface
  • 2. Scope
  • 3. References
  • 4. Definitions
  • 5. General
  • 6. Equipment
  • 7. Random Numbers
  • 8. Procedure
    • 8.1 Lot Size and Sampling or Testing Frequencies
    • 8.2 Selection of Technique to be Used
  • 9. Records
  • 10. Report