Significance and Use
5.1 This test procedure is used to measure two of the main effects of an explosive detonated in a trash receptacle as related to the type and amount of explosive charge and the location where the charge is placed in the trash receptacle. The two effects are:
5.2 This test procedure is applicable to all trash receptacles, including lidded or non-lidded as supplied by the manufacturer.
5.3 This test procedure is used to generate data for use in developing performance specifications for trash receptacles.
5.4 For users having interest in determining overpressures created by the detonation, Appendix X1 provides guidance for making such determinations.
Scope
1.1 This test method provides a procedure for characterizing the performance of a trash receptacle when an explosive is detonated within the receptacle.
1.1.1 The procedure determines the extent and location of fragments produced during the explosion, and whether breaches are created in the exterior surfaces of the trash receptacle.
1.1.2 Appendix X1 provides guidance for determining the magnitude of blast waves (that is, external overpressures) developed.
