The ASTM D1005-1995 standard provides a test method for the measurement of dry-film thickness of organic coatings using a micrometer. Four procedures are included: A and B use a stationary micrometer, and C and D use a handheld micrometer. Procedures A and C are not recommended for coatings with film thickness less than 12.5 microns (0.5 mils). The minimum film thickness for procedures B and D depends on the film thickness required to be able to remove the sample as a free film. Numbers in the standard are given in SI or inch-pound units and should be considered as standards, respectively, and cannot be mixed. The standard does not address all safety issues, and users need to establish their own safety, health and environment practices and determine the applicability of regulatory restrictions before use.