PD CEN/TS 13714:2013

This standard PD CEN/TS 13714:2013 Characterization of sludges. Sludge management in relation to use or disposal is classified in these ICS categories:

• 93.140 Construction of waterways, ports and dykes
• 77.060 Corrosion of metals

This Technical Specification gives guidance for dealing with the production and control of sludge in relation to inputs and treatment and gives a strategic evaluation of recovery, recycling and disposal options for

sludge according to its properties and the availability of outlets.

This Technical Specification is applicable for sludges from:

• storm water handling;

• night soil;

• urban wastewater collecting systems;

• urban wastewater treatment plants;

• treating industrial wastewater similar to urban wastewater (as defined in Directive 91/271/EC [1]);

• water supply treatment plants;

• water supply treatment plants;

but excluding hazardous sludges from industry.