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4. Main obstacles to the use of on-site methods
4.1 No regulations
The control and monitoring of water quality (wastewater, surface water, groundwater, etc.) is essentially carried out using standardized laboratory methods. These methods, which have been in use for 30 years, are recognized for their reliability, robustness and performance. They are listed in the publications of the various standards bodies (Afnor for France, DIN for Germany, CEN for Europe, ISO for international standards, for example). They are recommended by inspection bodies and regulatory texts, and are therefore used in regulatory inspections.
Rapid on-site methods reflect more recent developments and the need for control bodies to benefit from data acquired much more rapidly, enabling them to manage pollution risks more effectively....
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Bibliography
Standardization
Association française de normalisation AFNOR
- Water quality – Protocol for evaluating an alternative quantitative physico-chemical analysis method against a reference method (water quality) – tome 1 and 2, April 2005). - XP T90-210 - 12-99
- Continuous measurement for water – Specifications for design,...
Regulations
Directive 2000/60/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of October 23, 2000 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy.
Barcelona Convention for the Protection of the Mediterranean Sea
Manufacturers – Suppliers
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Analyzer
YSI Hydrodata
Secomam
Colorimeter
Biolys
Organizations
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USGS U.S. Geological Survey
DRIRE Regional directorates for industry, research and the environment
Water Agencies
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