
Water quality — Sampling — Part 4: Guidance on sampling from lakes, natural and man-made
STANDARD published on 11.2.2026
Designation standards: ISO 5667-4:2026-ed.3.0
Publication date standards: 11.2.2026
The number of pages: 32
Approximate weight : 96 g (0.21 lbs)
Country: International technical standard
Category: Technical standards ISO
Description / Abstract: This document gives guidelines for the design of sampling programmes, techniques and the handling and preservation of samples of water, from natural and man-made lakes during open-water and ice-covered conditions. This document is applicable to lakes with and without aquatic vegetation. Guidance on sampling for microbiological examination is not included. For specific guidance on the sampling for microplastics, see ISO 5667-27.