1.1 This practice covers the photographic processing of plates and films used in optical emission spectrographic analysis to obtain a permanent image of the analytical spectrum.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precautionary statements are given in Section 8 and Note 10.