Tests, Regulations

Question 1

NFPA 70

Answer 1

National Electrical Code

Question 2

NFPA

Answer 2

National Fire Protection Association reduces fire hazards by writing codes and standards regarding flammability and fire safety. NFPA codes are important to understand for specifications, especially fabric and furniture flame retardants.

Question 3

ASTM E648

Answer 3

Radiant Flooring Test, Critical Radiant Flux, Flooring Radiant Panel Test
Carpet’s ability to spread flame in a corridor or exit way when a fully developed fire is nearby.
Class 1 - institutional, hospitals, jails
Class 2 - other occ. except residential

Question 4

ASTM E84

Answer 4

Steiner Tunnel Test

Flame spread of interior finish and building material. Especially wall and ceiling finishes. A,B,C

Question 5

NFPA 265

Answer 5

Room Corner Test
Tests both flame spread and smoke development ratings in the classification of interior finishes applied to wall, ceiling or other structural elements.
Wall panels, ceiling, textiles
Real world condition

Question 6

ASTM D2859

Answer 6

Methnamine Pill Test
All Carpet in U.S.
Ignition, flame resistance

Question 7

NFPA 253

Answer 7

Radiant Flooring Test, Critical Radiant Flux, Flooring Radiant Panel Test
Carpet’s ability to spread flame in a corridor or exit way when a fully developed fire is nearby.
Class 1 - institutional, hospitals, jails
Class 2 - other occ. except residential

Question 8

Flammability Test Procedure for Seating Furniture for Use in Public Occupancies

Answer 8

CAL 133 / TB 133

Question 9

Standard Test Method for Fire Testing of Upholstered Furniture

Answer 9

ASTM E1537