November 18-20, 2014 Tucson, AZ AGENDA...NFPA TECHNICAL COMMITTEE ON ELECTRONIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT...

NFPA TECHNICAL COMMITTEE ON ELECTRONIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT

November 18-20, 2014

Tucson, AZ

AGENDA

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

1. 9:00 a.m. Call to Order - Chairman Bob Athanas

2. Introduction of Members and Guests

3. NFPA Staff Liaison Report - Dave Trebisacci

4. Approval of Minutes - July 22-23, 2014 TC meeting, St. Louis, MO (attached)

5. Chairman’s Remarks

6. NFPA 1801 – Thermal Imagers – Task Group Breakout (11/18 all day)

7. Task Group Reports

• Interoperability – Mike McKenna

• Voice Intelligibility & Certification – Gerry Tarver

• Ambassadors – J. Facella, S. Makky, G. Sletmoe, M. Worrell, J. Oblak 8. Review of NFPA 1802 Draft (v. 11/3/2014 attached)

• Chapter 1 – Jose Velo

• Chapter 2 – Jose Velo

• Chapter 3 – Tim Wolfe, Beverly Gulledge

• Chapter 4 – Gordon Sletmoe

• Chapter 5 – Gerry Tarver

• Chapter 6 – Mike McKenna, Mike Worrell

• Chapter 7 – Mike McKenna, Mike Worrell, Steve Townsend

• Chapter 8 – Mike Feely, John Morris, Chris Spoons 9. Presentations

• Speech Intelligibility Testing – Alan Sharpley, Dynastat (11/19 p.m.) 10. New Business

• Next meeting – March 10-12, 2015 – Fort Lauderdale

12. Adjourn at close of business on Thursday, November 20, 2014.

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Technical Committee on Electronic Safety Equipment Minutes of the Meeting

July 22-23, 2014

St. Louis, MO

Agenda Items #1-3: Call to Order, Introduction of Members and Guests, and Committee Procedures Chairman Athanas called the Committee to order at 9 a.m. on July 22, 2014. Chairman Athanas welcomed Committee members and guests and asked them to introduce themselves. David Trebisacci provided the staff liaison report and asked attendees to sign in on the appropriate Member or Guest sign-in sheet. Members present:

Robert Athanas, Chairman FDNY/SAFE-IR, Inc. Chris Spoons, Secretary David Trebisacci, Staff Liaison NFPA Kamil Agi K&A Wireless, LLC Jason Allen Intertek Testing Services Joel Berger Kenwood USA Corporation Matt Bowyer NIOSH Matthew Busa Motorola Solutions John Facella RCC Consultants William Forsyth USDA Forest Service Craig Gestler MSA Wayne Haase Summit Safety, Inc. Zachary Haase Summit Safety, Inc. Simon Hogg Draeger Safety Michael Hussey Jackson County Fire District 3 John Jarboe Grace Industries, Inc. Paul Kelly Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Steven Makky APCO International Inc. Brian Martens Harris Corporation Michael McKenna Michael McKenna & Associates, LLC John Morris ISG Infrasys Timothy Rehak NIOSH James Rose Safety Equipment Institute Matthew Shannon Scott Safety Christina Spoons Westmont Fire Department Gerry Tarver Tulsa Fire Department Steven Townsend Carrollton Fire Rescue Jose L. Velo San Francisco Fire Department Gregory Vrablik Honeywell Safety Products (representing ISEA) Mike Worrell Phoenix Fire Department

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Guests present: Michelle Donnelly NIST Sandy Florence Motorola Solutions Beverly Gulledge Scott Safety Jeff Helvin IAFF Tim Houston Motorola Solutions Michael Jenks Tait John Oblak EF Johnson John Rehayem Otto Engineering Gordon Sletmoe Lebanon Fire District William Young NIST

Agenda Item #4: Approval of the Minutes of the March 2014 meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. The committee reviewed the minutes of the meeting held March 18-19 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. No changes were proposed.

Motion to accept the minutes: Mike McKenna Second: Jack Jarboe

To approve the Minutes of the March 18-19 meeting

Motion carried

Agenda Items #5: Chairman’s Remarks Chairman Athanas welcomed all members and guests to St. Louis. He then updated the committee on the progress of the NFPA 1802 document and reminded the group that we will need to split time at the next meeting between NFPA 1802 and NFPA 1801. Agenda Item #6: Task Group Reports The following members of the Ambassador task group provided updates on their outreach efforts: John Facella – NFPA 1221 and other media groups Mike Worrell – First Net Steve Makky – APCO, NPSTIC John Oblak – TIA meetings

Steve Townsend – IAB

Feature set task group: Mike Worrell provided an update on programmable features Hazardous Location task group: Steve Townsend and Paul Kelly provided an update

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RF PASS: Gordon Sletmoe provided an update. Physical properties: Mike McKenna provided an update. Voice intelligibility and certification: Gerry Tarver provided an update. Chairman Athanas assigned a task group on Design Requirements:

Bill Forsyth Jason Allen Michelle Donnelly Tim Houston Steve Makky Jose Velo Matt Bowyer Steve Townsend Gerry Tarver

Agenda Item #7: Presentations John Oblak reported on his work with TIA regarding NFPA 1802. He made a formal presentation to the TC on TIA transceiver standards. He recommended adoption by reference of appropriate TIA standards or subsets of those standards into NFPA 1802 (see Attachment 1). Bill Young reported on tests from TIA standards that could possibly be included in NFPA 1802, the limitations associated with those tests, and what test modifications should be considered from an environmental standpoint (see Attachment 2). Related to Bill’s presentation, the TC had considerable discussion about potential power level requirements. Michelle Donnelly and Bill Young reported on testing LMRs at elevated temperatures (see Attachments 3 and 4). All radios tested experienced frequency drift above 5 ppm or cessation of operation during testing specified within the four classes defined by NIST. The TC discussed at length the issues associated with such drift. NIST will continue to do elevated temperature testing and perhaps include the receiving radio in such tests (they have only tested the transmitting radio thus far). Steve Makky gave a presentation on the NPSTC PAM tool, a cross-manufacturer interoperable parameter criteria tool (see Attachment 5). It is also available at http://npstc.org. Paul Kelly gave a task group report on hazardous locations (see Attachment 6).

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Agenda Item #8: Review of NFPA 1802 Draft The committee began reviewing the draft to date of NFPA 1802. Chairman Athanas assigned responsibility for each chapter of the document. Some of these correspond to task groups that have already been formed. Some groups have now been assigned co-chairs in case someone isn’t able to attend a TC meeting. Emails for the chair/co-chairs are included below. [NOTE: TG input to be provided to Bob Athanas and Dave Trebisacci by October 24, 2014]. Chapters 1 and 2: Jose Velo ([email protected]) Chapter 3: Tim Wolf ([email protected]) is the task group chair for the task group corresponding to this chapter. Beverly Gulledge ([email protected]) has been added as co-chair of this group. Chapter 4: Gordon Sletmoe ([email protected]) will work with Jim Rose and Steve Weinstein. Chapter 5: Gerry Tarver ([email protected]) with Steve Weinstein and Craig Gestler Chapter 6: Mike McKenna ([email protected]) and Mike Worrell Chapter 7: Mike McKenna ([email protected]), Mike Worrell, and Steve Townsend Chapter 8: Mike Feely ([email protected]) is the task group chair for the task group corresponding to this chapter. Chris Spoons ([email protected]) has been added as co-chair. Agenda Item #9: New Business The next meeting is scheduled for November 18-20, 2014, in Tucson, AZ. Future meetings are planned for the weeks of March 9, 2015 (Fort Lauderdale) and July 20 (west), and in October (mid-west). Agenda Item #10: Adjourn at close of business Having no further business, Chairman Athanas sought a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Motion: Tim Rehak Second: Jose Velo

To adjourn the meeting

Motion passed

Chairman Athanas adjourned the meeting at 4:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Chris Spoons, Secretary TC on Electronic Safety Equipment

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John Oblak – Chair TIA TR 8 and TR 8.1July 22, 2014

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TIA Transceiver StandardsAnalog Radio

TIA 603 D – Measurement Methods and PerformanceRecommendations

Project 25 Phase ITIA 102.CAAA D – Measurement MethodsTIA 102.CAAB D – Performance Recommendations

Project 25 Phase II (TDMA)TIA 102.CCAA A – Measurement MethodsTIA 102.CCAB A – Performance Recommendations

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Why use TIA StandardsLand Mobile Radio is a mature industry

TIA Standards used for many years assess radio performanceStandards are mature

Some standards have been published for over 20 yearsDeveloped from earlier standards documentsANSI Accredited

TIA Transceiver Standards are ComprehensiveTest equipment manufacturers have developed test equipment toimplement TIA testing

Almost all of the TIA measurement methods have been supportedby test equipment manufacturers

Agilent, Tektronix, Rohde and Schwarz, Aeroflex, Anritsu, etc.Test equipment manufacturers have assisted in developing the teststandards

Corresponds to the radio systems being used3

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TIA Transceiver Standards CoverageReceiver Tests

On Channel PerformanceReceiver Sensitivity

Static, Faded, and Delay SpreadSignal Displacement (performance when off frequency)Radiated Sensitivity

Performance Under InterferenceAdjacent Channel RejectionCo Channel RejectionSpurious Response RejectionIntermodulation RejectionBlocking

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TIA Transceiver Standards CoverageReceiver (continued)

Audio QualityDistortionResidual NoiseAcoustic Output

OtherRadiated and Conducted Spurious – FCC Part 15Delays and Timings

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TIA Transceiver Standards CoverageTransmitter Tests

Desired Signal PerformancePower

Conducted and RadiatedFrequency AccuracyModulation Quality

Emission Spectrum, Modulation Fidelity, Symbol RateAccuracy, and Deviation Accuracy

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TIA Transceiver Standards CoverageTransmitter (continued)

Interference ProtectionConducted and Radiated SpuriousAdjacent Channel PowerStability into VSWRTransient Frequency Behavior

Acoustic PerformanceAcoustic SensitivityDistortion, Hum and Noise

OtherDelays and Timings

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How to use TIA StandardsAdopt the methods of measurement and performancerecommendations as publishedAdopt a subset of the measurement methods andperformance recommendations as publishedUse the method of measurement (or a subset) anddefine new performance limitsSince TIA does not have a certification program, willneed to define a testing service for all tests referenced

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Possible Handheld RadioTests for NFPA Standard

Use Existing Radio Standards

• Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA)• TIA 603 D (analog) and TIA 102.CCAA D (digital)

• Benefits• Well established• Used by most (all?) radio manufacturers• Upper limits based on FCC regulations• Should allow modifications as needed for NFPA unique requirements

• Drawbacks• Discussed below

Possible test from TIA Standards – First Level ofImportance( suggested by John Oblak)Priority of TIA Parameters

Analog (per TIA 603 D) Digital (per TIA 102.CCAA D)Receiver

Reference Sensitivity (2.1.4) Reference Sensitivity (2.1.4)Audio Distortion (2.1.12) (AudioPower) Audio Distortion (2.1.12) (Audio Power)

TransmitterCarrier Output Power (2.2.1) RF Power Output (2.2.1)Carrier Frequency Stability (2.2.2) Operating Frequency Accuracy (2.2.2)Conducted Spurious (2.2.13) Conducted Spurious (2.2.7)Audio Distortion (2.2.7) Modulation Fidelity (2.2.16)

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Limitations to Consider in Initial List of Tests• Not radiated tests

• do not include the antenna effects in the measurement which can be quitesignificant

• Recommended performance values might not be stringent enough forfirefighter concept of operations

• Example• Output power is tested only to ensure less than upper limit• Minimum performance is not specified

• Tests not done under elevated temperature conditions• Temperature range 30°/+60° C

Consider including radiated test options(not under elevated temperatures)

Analog (per TIA 603 D) Digital (per TIA 102.CCAA D)Receiver

Average Radiation Sensitivity (2.1.19) Average Radiation Sensitivity (2.1.14)

Transmitter

Radiated Power Output (2.2.17)

No TIA specification?Adopt measurement technique from cellularindustry on digital total radiated power?

Consider tightening up acceptableperformance values• Minimum performance values need to be established for all tests

• Example: a 5 Watt radio should output at 37dBm +0/ 3 dBm.

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Consider preforming key tests with radio atelevated temperatures.• Conducted test to verify radiated output power and frequencystability

• Basic voice or audio distortion test under elevated temperatures

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Portable Radios Exposed toElevated Temperatures

Michelle Donnelly([email protected])Bill Young ([email protected])Dennis Camell ([email protected])

Project Plan

NIST is investigating performance issues with portableradios that may be vulnerable to elevated temperaturesencountered during firefighting activities.

NIST will perform testing and collect measurements of thefire fighter portable radios using controlled, repeatable,well characterized conditions in order to developperformance recommendations for use in a fire fighterradio standard.

Testing Procedures

Radio is exposed to heated environment for set time andtemperature.

Transmit mode on radio is triggered and the response ismeasured using 3 orthogonal antennas.

Spectrum analyzer is used to collect RF data.

Signals are analyzed for change in RF level and frequency shift.

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Thermal Exposure Flow LoopTemperatures 20 C to 300 CVelocities 0.5 m/s to 1.4 m/s

Radio Frequency Sampling System

3 axis antenna measured RF signal from transmitting radio.Also could measure radio transmission directly when inconducted arrangement.

SPECTRUM ANALYZER

RELAY CONTROL

POWER SUPPLY

COMPUTER

GPIB

+28 VDC

Heat Cycle Facility3 axis

antenna

RF coaxial cables

30dB attenuator and

adaptor

Test Radio

RF Radiated Test

RF Conducted Test

Test Radio

RF SWITCH

Radio Equipment TestingRadio on testing platform prior totemperature exposure (left).Measurement instrumentationinside flow loop (lower left).RF sampling equipment (below).

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Thermal Classes forEquipment Exposure

Thermal Class

Time Duration (minutes)

Temperature(˚C/ ˚F)

Class I 25 100 / 212

Class II 15 160 / 320

Class III 5 260 / 500

Class IV < 1 > 260 / 500

Reference: Donnelly M. K., Davis W. D., Lawson, J. R., and Selepak, M. S., “ThermalEnvironment for Electronic Equipment used by First Responders,” National Institute ofStandards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD, NIST Technical Note 1474, January 2006.

Results of Class I Exposure100 ˚C for 25 min

Radio Class I Exposure

A1 No change to signal output



B1 No change to signal output

C1 No change to signal output

D1 No change to signal output

E1 No change to signal output

Radios maintainedfrequency stabilityduring heat exposure.

Class I Exposure100 ˚C for 25 min

Maximum Power Frequency

Out 5 10 15 20 25 Out Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio A1

Out 5 10 15 20 25 Out Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio A2

Out 5 10 15 20 25 Out Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio A3

Out 5 10 15 20 25 Out Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio B1

Out 5 10 15 20 25 Out Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio C1

Out 0 5 10 15 20 25 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio D1

Out 0 5 10 15 20 25 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio E1

Freq

uenc

y (M

Hz)

Time exposed to heat (min)

Mean maximum powerfrequency ± onestandard (statistical)deviation

Note: Data reported hereis under review by NIST.Data is not final.

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Results of Class II Exposure160 ˚C for 15 min

Radio Class II Exposure

A1 Signal drift and no transmission post test

A2 Signal drift

A3 Signal drift and stopped transmitting at12 min + 10 s (730 s)

B1 Signal drift and no transmission at 15 min

C1 Signal drift and no transmission at 15 min

D1 Signal drift

E1 Signal drift

Radios experienced driftin frequency during heatexposure.

Class II Exposure160 ˚C for 15 min

Maximum Power Frequency

Some radios stoppedtransmitting during heatexposure.

Out 3 6 9 12 15 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio A1

Out 3 6 9 12 15 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio A2

Out 3 6 9 12 15 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio A3

Out 1.5 3 6 9 12 15 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio B1

Out 3 6 9 12 15 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio C1

Out 0 3 6 9 12 15 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio D1

Out 0 3 6 9 12 15 Out162.174162.175162.176162.177162.178162.179162.18

Radio E1

Freq

uenc

y (M

Hz)

Time exposed to heat (min)

Mean maximum powerfrequency ± onestandard (statistical)deviation

Note: Data reported hereis under review by NIST.Data is not final.

Summary

At Class I conditions, no performance issueswere noted for the radios tested.

At Class II conditions, the radios testedexperienced signal drift and/or stoppage oftransmission.

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Future Work

• Testing of portable radios at otherfrequencies.

• Testing of speaker/microphones andspeaker/microphone cables.

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Portable Radios Exposed toElevated Temperatures

Michelle Donnelly([email protected])Bill Young ([email protected])Dennis Camell ([email protected])

Radios maintainedfrequency stabilityduring heat exposure.

Class I Exposure100 ˚C for 25 min

Maximum Power Frequency Deviation

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

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101520

Radio A1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

05

101520

Radio A2

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-505

101520

Radio A3

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-505

101520

Radio B1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

05

101520

Radio C1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

05

101520

Radio D1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-505

101520

Radio E1

Dev

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n (p

pm)

Measurement Number

Mean deviation fromnominal carrierfrequency ± onestandard (statistical)deviation

Note: some radios weretested additional timesbeyond the six minimum.

Radios experienced driftin frequency during heatexposure.

Class II Exposure160 ˚C for 15 min

Maximum Power Frequency Deviation

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

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Radio A1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

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Radio A2

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

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Radio A3

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

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Radio B1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-5

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Radio C1

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Radio E1

Dev

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Measurement Number

Mean deviation fromnominal carrierfrequency ± onestandard (statistical)deviation

Note: some radios weretested additional times inthe during heat exposure.

Some radios stoppedtransmitting during heatexposure.

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NPSTC’s Programmingand Management (PAM)tool.

S.J. Makky, Sr. - 22 JUL 14

NEOTWY• Who = NPSTC, National Public SafetyTelecommunications Council, specifically, PamMontanari, Radio PCR (programmingcompatibility requirements) Group Chair andTom Sorley, NPSTC Technology CommitteeChair

• What = “PAM,” an Excel spreadsheet thathelps determine cross manufacturerinteroperable parameter criteria for theCommunications Manager and COM L


NEOTWY

• Where – downloadable from:http://npstc.org/ in the upper right searchbox, enter PAM.

• When – originally made available APR2014. Current version is 2, with a version 3to be released very soon. Version 3includes NIFOG data.

S.J. Makky, Sr. – 22 JUL 14

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NEOTWY• How – Internet download, open access.• Why – In multi agency response to an officerdown situation in the Tampa Bay area in 2011where radios didn’t work when needed, tomitigate the number of unique crossmanufacturer variables in programming radioparameters. Provide “need to know” data.

• Caveats – Subject to revisions. Newtechnologies may supplant fields or parametervalues, or require wholesale revision.


Once upon a time• You needed to know what frequency anotheragency was on, set your equipment to it, andyou could speak with each other.

• Then you needed CTCSS. Or was it CDCSS?• And, network access code.• And system ID.• And control channels.• And connect tone and talkgroups.• And… suddenly life got complex.


ICS-205


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Reaching common ground in nomenclature

i.e.: “you say tomato…”


A Close-up view of cross-manufacturer nomenclature in programming software


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Let’s go to the spreadsheet…



Observations –

• Can be used in an acute situation, but will greatly aid in pre-planning.

• Illustrates the number of parameters which are involved in programming LMR equipment, particularly in specialized mobile radio systems (i.e., “trunked” systems).

• The “need to know” details behind the ICS-205 when sharing inter-system parameters for joint ops.

QuestionsCommentsConcernsDiscussion


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Presented materialcourtesy of NPSTC:http://npstc.org


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Hazardous Location Task Group met at UL HQin Northbrook, IL on 5/15 5/16Objective of meeting was to reach consensuson two issues:

Proposed NFPA 1802 text regarding risk ofexplosion protection requirements for LMRelectronic safety equipmentRationale regarding risk of explosion protectionrequirements for LMR electronic safetyequipment that can be applied consistentlyacross all other such electronic safety equipment

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The following Chapter 5 and Chapter 7 text is theconsensus proposed NFPA 1802 text from our taskgroup regarding risk of explosion protectionrequirements for LMR electronic safetyequipment:

Chapter 5 Labeling and Information5.1 Product Labeling Requirements.5.1.? LMR electronic safety equipment also shall be labeledas certified at least to the requirements for Class I, Division1, Groups C and D; and Class II, Division 1, Groups E, F, and Ghazardous locations specified in ANSI/TIA 4950 A,Requirements for Battery Powered, Portable Land MobileRadio Applications in Class I, II, and III, Division 1, Hazardous(Classified) Locations.

Chapter 7 Performance Requirements7.? Risk of Explosion Protection. LMR electronic safetyequipment shall be tested for intrinsic safety as specified inANSI/TIA 4950 A, Requirements for Battery Powered,Portable Land Mobile Radio Applications in Class I, II, and III,Division 1, Hazardous (Classified) Locations, and shall meetthe requirements for Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D, andClass II, Division 1, Groups E, F, and G hazardous locations.

Electronic safety equipment can be used byemergency services personnel in unclassifiedlocations and in hazardous (classified)locations, both as defined by the NationalElectrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70.When this electronic safety equipment is usedin unclassified locations, the equipment maystill be exposed to potentially explosiveatmospheres due to the nature of theemergency event.

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This use of this electronic safety equipment insuch unclassified potentially explosiveatmospheres has some similar characteristicsto electronic equipment used in hazardous(classified) locations.While there are some similar characteristicsbetween electronic safety equipment used inunclassified potentially explosive atmospheresand electronic equipment used in certainhazardous (classified) locations, there are alsodissimilar characteristics, making a directcomparison not possible.

Therefore, since a direct comparison betweenelectronic safety equipment used inunclassified potentially explosive atmospheresand electronic equipment used in certainhazardous (classified) locations is not possible,the risk of explosion requirements shouldreflect the highest level of explosion protectionpossible in accordance with the NEC, while notadversely restricting necessary performancecharacteristics.

In accordance with the NEC, the following aretypes of explosion protection that could beconsidered applicable to electronic safetyequipment:

Under the Division system: Intrinsic Safety (forDivision 1 applications) and Nonincendive (forDivision 2 applications).Under the Zone system: Intrinsic Safety “ia” (forZone 0 applications); Intrinsic Safety “ib,”Encapsulation “m” and Increased Safety “e” (forZone 1 applications); and Nonincendive (for Zone2 applications).

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The highest level of protection, under eitherthe Division or Zone systems, that could beapplicable to electronic safety equipment isDivision 1 or Zone 0 Intrinsic Safety.It should be noted that the Division system issignificantly more broadly used in the US incomparison to the Zone system.

For LMR electronic safety equipment, ANSI/TIA4950 A is the American National Standard andreflects the 5th edition text of ANSI/UL 913 forIntrinsically Safe Apparatus and AssociatedApparatus for Use in Class I, II, and III, Division1, Hazardous (Classified) Locations (based onUL providing TIA use of the 5th edition text ofANSI/UL 913 to publish as ANSI/TIA 4950).

Consensus Conclusion• For LMR electronic safety equipment, it isthe consensus of the NFPA TC on ESEHazardous Location Task Group thatANSI/TIA 4950 A provides the highest levelof explosion protection possible (Division 1Intrinsic Safety) without adverselyrestricting necessary performancecharacteristics.

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All electronic safety equipment should besubjected to a similar consideration, withvarying results being reasonably possible (forexample, thermal imagers referencing Division2 Nonincendive requirements in ANSI/ISA12.12.01 versus PASS devices referencingIntrinsic Safety Division 1 requirements inANSI/UL 913). Further, it is reasonablypossible that over time, a differentdetermination may be reached based ontechnological advances in electronic safetyequipment.

NFPA 1802

Standard on Two‐Way, Portable Voice Communications Devices for Use by Emergency Services Personnel in the Hazard Zone

201X Edition

Chapter 1 Administration [Velo TG]

1.1 Scope. This standard shall identify the operating environment parameters, as well as the minimum requirements for the design, performance, testing, and certification of two‐way, portable voice communications devices for use by emergency services personnel within the hazard zone during emergency incident operations without compromising compatibility with field emergency services communications networks. 1.1.1 This standard shall specify requirements for two‐way, portable voice communications devices for use by emergency services personnel. 1.1.2 Reserved. 1.1.3 Except where referenced by this standard, requirements for two‐way, portable voice communications devices of other standards shall not apply. 1.1.4* Any accessories or enhancements built into, attached to, or sold with the two‐way, portable voice communications device by the manufacturer for later attachment shall be tested with the two‐way, portable voice communications device with those accessories and enhancements installed or attached, as specified in 4.X.X.X, to ensure the performance and functions of the two‐way, portable voice communications device. (From 1801, 6.1.7) 1.1.5 This standard shall not be construed as addressing all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with the use of this standard by testing facilities. It shall be the responsibility of the persons and organizations that use this standard to establish safety and health practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use of this standard for designing, manufacturing, and testing. 1.1.6 Nothing herein shall restrict any jurisdiction or manufacturer from exceeding these minimum requirements.

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1.2 Purpose.

1.2.1 The purpose of this standard shall be to establish minimum requirements for two‐way, portable voice communications devices. 1.2.2 Controlled laboratory tests used to determine compliance with the performance requirements of this standard shall not be deemed as establishing performance levels for all situations, environments, and conditions to which two‐way, portable voice communications devices could be exposed. 1.2.3 This standard shall not be interpreted or used as a detailed manufacturing or purchase specification, but it shall be permitted to be referenced in purchase specifications as minimum requirements. 1.3 Application.

1.3.1 This standard shall apply to all two‐way, portable voice communications devices for use by emergency services personnel. 1.3.2 This standard shall apply to the design, performance, manufacturing, testing, and certification of new two‐way, portable voice communications devices for use by emergency services personnel. 1.3.3 This standard shall not apply to any two‐way, portable voice communications devices manufactured in accordance with other standards. However, manufacturers shall be permitted to have noncompliant two‐way, portable voice communications devices modified to meet the requirements of this standard and become certified as compliant with this standard. 1.3.4* This standard shall not apply to accessories and enhancements that could be built into or attached to a certified two‐way, portable voice communications device before or after purchase but that are not necessary for the device to meet the requirements of this standard. Any accessories or enhancements built into, attached to, or sold with the device by the manufacturer for later attachment shall be tested with those accessories and enhancements installed or attached, as specified in 4.X.X.X, to ensure the performance and functions of the device. 1.3.5 This standard shall not apply to criteria for use of two‐way, portable voice communications devices by the fire service. 1.4 Units.

1.4.1 In this standard, values for measurement are followed by an equivalent in



parentheses, but only the first stated value shall be regarded as the requirement. 1.4.2 Equivalent values in parentheses shall not be considered as the requirement because those values are approximate.

Chapter 2 Referenced Publications [Velo TG] 2.1 General. The documents or portions thereof listed in this chapter are referenced within this standard and shall be considered part of the requirements of this document. 2.2 NFPA Publications. National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169‐7471. 2.3 Other Publications. 2.3.1 ANSI Publications. American National Standards Institute, Inc., 25 West 43d Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036. 2.3.2 ASTM Publications. ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428‐ 2959. 2.3.3 ISO/IEC Publications. International Standards Organization, 1 rue de Varembé, Case Postale 56, CH‐1211 Genéve 20, Switzerland. 2.3.4 NIST Publications. National Institute of Standards and Technology, 100 Bureau Drive, Stop 1070, Gaithersburg, MD 20899‐1070. 2.3.5 Other Publications. Merriam‐Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition, Merriam‐Webster, Inc., Springfield, MA, 2003. 2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections. (Reserved) 2.3.5. FCC ?? 2.3.6. TIA ??



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Chapter 3 Definitions [Wolfe TG]

3.1 General. The definitions contained in this chapter shall apply to the terms used in this standard. Where terms are not defined in this chapter or within another chapter, they shall be defined using their ordinarily accepted meanings within the context in which they are used. Merriam‐Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition, shall be the source for the ordinarily accepted meaning. 3.2 NFPA Official Definitions. 3.2.1* Approved. Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction. 3.2.2* Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). An organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing the requirements of a code or standard, or for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure. 3.2.3 Labeled. Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with product evaluation, that maintains periodic inspection of production of labeled equipment or materials, and by whose labeling the manufacturer indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner. 3.2.4* Listed. Equipment, materials, or services included in a list published by an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with evaluation of products or services, that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states that either the equipment, material, or service meets appropriate designated standards or has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose. 3.2.5 Shall. Indicates a mandatory requirement. 3.2.6 Should. Indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not required. 3.2.7 Standard. A document, the main text of which contains only mandatory provisions using the word “shall” to indicate requirements and which is in a form generally suitable for mandatory reference by another standard or code or for adoption into law. Nonmandatory provisions are not to be considered a part of the requirements of a standard and shall be located in an appendix, annex, footnote, informational note, or other means as permitted in the Manual of Style for NFPA Technical Committee Documents.



3.3* General Definitions. 3.3.1 Certification Organization. An independent third‐party organization that determines product compliance with the requirements of this standard using product testing and evaluation and that administers a labeling, listing, and follow‐up program. 3.3.2 Certification/Certified. A system whereby a certification organization determines that a manufacturer has demonstrated the ability to produce a product that complies with the requirements of this standard, authorizes the manufacturer to use a label on listed products that comply with the requirements of this standard, and establishes a follow‐up program conducted by the certification organization as a check on the methods the manufacturer uses to determine continued compliance of labeled and listed products with the requirements of this standard. 3.3.3 Compliance/Compliant. Meeting or exceeding all applicable requirements of this standard. 3.3.4 Compliant Product. Equipment that is certified to the applicable NFPA standard. 3.3.5 Component. Any material, part, or subassembly used in the construction of the compliant product. 3.3.6 Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA). A risk assessment technique for systematically identifying potential failures in a system or a process. 3.3.7 Follow‐Up Program. The sampling, inspections, tests, or other measures conducted by the certification organization on a periodic basis to determine the continued compliance of labeled and listed products that are being produced by the manufacturer to the requirements of this standard. 3.3.8 Hazard Zone. The physical area where protective clothing is required to conduct emergency response activities. 3.3.9 Icon. A symbol that represents an option, program, or system status. 3.3.10 Manufacturer. The entity that directs and controls any of the following: compliant product design, compliant product manufacturing, or compliant product quality assurance; also, the entity that assumes liability for the compliant product or provides the warranty for the compliant product. 3.3.11 Melt. A response to heat by a material resulting in evidence of flowing or dripping.

3.3.12 Product. See 3.3.6, Compliant Product. 3.3.13* Product Label. A marking provided by the manufacturer for each compliant product containing compliance statements, certification statements, manufacturer, model information, or similar data. 3.3.14 Sample. Equipment or equipment components that are randomly selected from the manufacturer’s production line, from the manufacturer’s inventory, or from the open market. 3.3.15 Specimen. The item that undergoes testing; the conditioned equipment or equipment component that is tested. Specimens are taken from samples. (See also 3.3.22, Sample.) Chapter 4 Certification [Sletmoe TG] 4.1 General. 4.1.1 For the process of certification of two‐way, portable voice communications device as being compliant with NFPA 18012, all two‐way, portable voice communications devices shall meet the requirements of Section 4.1, General; Section 4.2, Certification Program; Section 4.3, Inspection and Testing; Section 4.4, Annual Verification of Product Compliance; Section 4.5, Manufacturers’ Quality Assurance Program; Section 4.6, Hazards Involving Compliant Product; Section 4.7, Manufacturers’ Investigation of Complaints and Returns; and Section 4.8, Manufacturers’ Safety Alert and Product Recall Systems. 4.1.2 All certification shall be performed by a certification organization that meets at least the requirements specified in Section 4.2, Certification Program, and that is accredited for personal protective equipment in accordance with ISO 17065, Conformity assessment ‐ General Rrequirements for bodies certifying products, processes and servicesoperating product certification systems. The accreditation shall be issued by an accreditation body operating in accordance with ISO 17011, Conformity assessment— General requirements for accreditation bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies. 4.1.3 Manufacturers shall not claim compliance with portions or segments of the requirements of this standard and shall not use the NFPA name or the name or identification of this standard, NFPA 1802, in any statements about their respective product(s) unless the product(s) is certified as compliant to this standard.



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4.1.4 Where two‐way, portable voice communications devices are compliant, the product shall be labeled and listed. 4.1.5 Where two‐way, portable voice communications devices are compliant, the product shall also have a product label that meets the requirements specified in Section 5.1, Product Label Requirements. 4.1.6 The certification organization’s label, symbol, or identifying mark shall be attached to the product label, shall be part of the product label, or shall be immediately adjacent to the product label. 4.2 Certification Program. 4.2.1 The certification organization shall not be owned or controlled by manufacturers or vendors of the product being certified. 4.2.2 The certification organization shall be primarily engaged in certification work and shall not have a monetary interest in the product’s ultimate profitability. 4.2.3 The certification organization shall be accredited for personal protective equipment in accordance with ISO 17065, General rRequirements for bodies certifying products, processes and servicesoperating product certification systems. The accreditation shall be issued by an accreditation body operating in accordance with ISO 17011, Conformity assessment— General requirements for accreditation bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies. 4.2.4 The certification organization shall refuse to certify products to this standard that do not comply with all applicable requirements of this standard. 4.2.5 The contractual provisions between the certification organization and the manufacturer shall specify that certification is contingent on compliance with all applicable requirements of this standard. 4.2.5.1 The certification organization shall not offer or confer any conditional, temporary, or partial certifications. 4.2.5.2 Manufacturers shall not be authorized to use any label or reference to the certification organization on products that are not compliant with all applicable requirements of this standard. 4.2.6 The certification organization shall have laboratory facilities and equipment available for conducting proper tests to determine product compliance.

4.2.6.1 The certification organization laboratory facilities shall have a program in place and functioning for calibration of all instruments, and procedures shall be in use to ensure proper control of all testing. 4.2.6.2 The certification organization laboratory facilities shall follow good practice regarding the use of laboratory manuals, form data sheets, documented calibration and calibration routines, performance verification, proficiency testing, and staff qualification and training programs. 4.2.7 The certification organization shall require the manufacturer to establish and maintain a quality assurance program that meets the requirements of Section 4.5, Manufacturers’ Quality Assurance Program. 4.2.7.1 The certification organization shall require the manufacturer to have a product recall system specified in Section 4.8, Manufacturers’ Safety Alert and Product Recall Systems, as part of the manufacturers’ quality assurance program. 4.2.7.2 The certification organization shall audit the manufacturer’s quality assurance program to ensure that the quality assurance program provides continued product compliance with this standard. 4.2.8 The certification organization and the manufacturer shall evaluate any changes affecting the form, fit, or function of the compliant product to determine its continued certification to this standard. 4.2.9 The certification organization shall have a follow‐up inspection program of the manufacturer’s facilities of the compliant product with at least two random and unannounced visits per 12‐month period to verify the product’s continued compliance. 4.2.9.1 As part of the follow‐up inspection program, the certification organization shall select sample compliant product at random from the manufacturer’s production line, from the manufacturer’s in‐house stock, or from the open market. 4.2.9.2 Sample product shall be evaluated by the certification organization to verify the product’s continued compliance in order to ensure that the materials, components, and manufacturing quality assurance systems are consistent with the materials, components, and manufacturing quality assurance that were inspected and tested by the certification organization during initial certification and recertification. 4.2.9.3 The certification organization shall be permitted to conduct specific testing to verify the product’s continued compliance. 4.2.9.4 For products, components, and materials where prior testing, judgment, and experience of the certification organization have shown results to be in jeopardy of not complying with this standard, the certification organization shall conduct more frequent

testing of sample product, components, and materials acquired in accordance with 4.2.9.1 against the applicable requirements of this standard. 4.2.10 The certification organization shall have in place a series of procedures, as specified in Section 4.6, Hazards Involving Compliant Product, that address reports of situations in which a compliant product is subsequently found to be hazardous. 4.2.11 The certification organization’s operating procedures shall provide a mechanism for the manufacturer to appeal decisions. The procedures shall include the presentation of information from both sides of a controversy to a designated appeals panel. 4.2.12 The certification organization shall be in a position to use legal means to protect the integrity of its name and label. The name and label shall be registered and legally defended. 4.3 Inspection and Testing. 4.3.1 For both initial certification and recertification of compliant products, the certification organization shall conduct both inspection and testing as specified in this section. 4.3.2 All inspections, evaluations, conditioning, and testing for certification or for recertification shall be conducted by a certification organization’s testing laboratory that is accredited in accordance with the requirements of ISO 17025, General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. 4.3.2.1 The certification organization’s testing laboratory’s scope of accreditation to ISO 17025, General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories, shall encompass testing of two‐way, portable voice communications devices. TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES testing of personal protective equipment. 4.3.2.2 The accreditation of a certification organization’s testing laboratory shall be issued by an accreditation body operating in accordance with ISO 17011, Conformity assessment— General requirements for accreditation bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies. 4.3.3 A certification organization shall be permitted to utilize conditioning and testing results conducted by a product or component manufacturer for certification or recertification, provided the manufacturer’s testing laboratory meets the requirements specified in 4.3.3.1 through 4.3.3.5.

4.3.3.1 The manufacturer’s testing laboratory shall be accredited in accordance with the requirements of ISO 17025, General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. 4.3.3.2 The manufacturer’s testing laboratory’s scope of accreditation to ISO 17025, General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories, shall encompass testing of two‐way, portable voice communications devices. TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES testing of personal protective equipment. 4.3.3.3 The accreditation of a manufacturer’s testing laboratory shall be issued by an accreditation body operating in accordance with ISO 17011, Conformity assessment — General requirements for accreditation bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies. 4.3.3.4 The certification organization shall approve the manufacturer’s testing laboratory. 4.3.3.5 The certification organization shall determine the level of supervision and witnessing of the conditioning and testing for certification or recertification conducted at the manufacturer’s testing laboratory. 4.3.4 Sampling levels for testing and inspection shall be established by the certification organization and the manufacturer to ensure a reasonable and acceptable reliability at a reasonable and acceptable confidence level that products certified to this standard are compliant, unless such sampling levels are specified herein. 4.3.5 Inspection and evaluation by the certification organization shall include a review of all product labels to ensure that all required label attachments, compliance statements, certification statements, and other product information are at least as specified for two‐way, portable voice communications devices TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES in Section 5.1, Product Label Requirements. 4.3.6 Inspection and evaluation by the certification organization shall include an evaluation of any symbols and pictorial graphic representations used on product labels or in user information, as permitted in 5.1.5, to ensure that the symbols are clearly explained in the product’s user information package. 4.3.7 Inspection and evaluation by the certification organization shall include a review of the user information required by Section 5.2, User Information, to ensure that the information has been developed and is available.

4.3.8 Inspection and evaluation by the certification organization for determining compliance with the design requirements specified in Chapter 6 shall be performed on whole or complete products. 4.3.9 Testing to determine compliance of the two‐way, portable voice communications device and the components that are necessary for the proper operation of the two‐way, portable voice communications device with the performance requirements specified in Chapter 7 shall be conducted by the certification organization in accordance with the specified testing requirements of Chapter 8. The order of testing shall be conducted as specified in Table 4.3.9. 4.3.9.1 Testing shall be performed on new two‐way, portable voice communications device product. 4.3.9.2 Testing shall be performed on specimens representative of materials and components used in the actual construction of the compliant product. 4.3.9.3 The certification organization also shall be permitted to use sample materials cut from a representative product. 4.3.9.4 Where any manufacturer‐supplied accessories, enhancements, or both are built into, attached to, or detachable from the two‐way, portable voice communications device, the certification organization shall inspect and evaluate the two‐way, portable voice communications device as specified in Chapter 6 and shall test the two‐way, portable voice communications device as specified in Chapter 8. The two‐way, portable voice communications device shall meet all the performance requirements specified in Chapter 7 with those accessories and enhancements installed or attached to ensure that the performance and functions of the two‐way, portable voice communications devices TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES are not reduced or otherwise negatively affected. 4.3.10 The certification organization shall accept from the manufacturer, for evaluation and testing for certification, only product or product components that are the same in every respect as the actual final product or product component. 4.3.11 The certification organization shall not allow any modifications, pretreatment, conditioning, or other such special processes of the product or any product component prior to the product’s submission for evaluation and testing by the certification organization. 4.3.12 The certification organization shall not allow the substitution, repair, or modification, other than as specifically permitted herein, of any product or any product component during testing.

4.3.13 The certification organization shall not allow test specimens that have been conditioned and tested for one method to be reconditioned and tested for another test method unless specifically permitted in the test method. 4.3.14 Material changes in the form, fit, or function of a compliant product shall necessitate new inspection and testing to verify compliance to all applicable requirements of this standard that the certification organization determines can be affected by such change. This recertification shall be conducted before labeling the modified product as being compliant with this standard. 4.3.15 The manufacturer shall maintain all design, performance, inspection, and test data from the certification organization used in the certification of the manufacturer’s compliant product. The manufacturer shall provide such data, upon request, to the purchaser or authority having jurisdiction (AHJ). 4.4 Annual Verification of Product Compliance. 4.4.1 All two‐way, portable voice communications devices that are certified as compliant with this standard shall undergo recertification on an annual basis. This recertification shall include the following: (1) Inspection and evaluation to all design requirements as required by this standard on all manufacturer models and components (2) Testing to all performance requirements as required by this standard on all manufacturer models and components within the following protocol: (a) Where a test method incorporates testing both before and after preconditioning and the test generates quantitative results, recertification testing shall be limited to the conditioning that yielded the worst case test result during the initial certification for the model or component. (b) Where a test method requires testing of three specimens, a minimum of one specimen shall be tested for annual recertification. (c) Where a test method requires testing of five or more specimens, a minimum of two specimens shall be tested for annual recertification. Table 4.3.9 Test Matrix for Two‐Way, Portable Voice Communications Devices ****Test Matrix to be Inserted Here*** 4.4.2 Samples of manufacturer models and components for recertification acquired from the manufacturer or a component supplier during random and unannounced visits as part of the follow‐up inspection program in accordance with 4.2.9 shall be permitted to be used toward annual recertification.

4.4.3 The manufacturer shall maintain all design and performance inspection and test data from the certification organization used in the recertification of manufacturer models and components. The manufacturer shall provide such data, upon request, to the purchaser or AHJ. 4.5 Manufacturers’ Quality Assurance Program. 4.5.1 The manufacturer shall provide and operate a quality assurance program that meets the requirements of this section and that includes a product recall system as specified in 4.2.7.1 and Section 4.8, Manufacturers’ Safety Alert and Product Recall Systems. 4.5.2 The operation of the quality assurance program shall evaluate and test compliant product production to the requirements of this standard to ensure that production remains in compliance. 4.5.3 The manufacturer shall be registered to ISO 9001, Quality management systems — Requirements. 4.5.3.1 Registration to the requirements of ISO 9001, Quality management systems — Requirements, shall be conducted by a registrar that is accredited for personal protective equipment in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021, Conformity assessment – Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems. 4.5.3.2 The scope of the ISO registration shall include at least the design and manufacturing systems management for the personal protective equipment being certified. 4.5.3.3 The registrar shall affix the accreditation mark on the ISO registration certificate. 4.5.4 Any entity that meets the definition of manufacturer specified in 3.3.15 and therefore is considered to be the “manufacturer” but does not manufacture or assemble the compliant product shall meet the requirements specified in Section 4.5. 4.5.5 Where the manufacturer uses subcontractors in the construction or assembly of the compliant product, the locations and names of all subcontractor facilities shall be documented, and the documentation shall be provided to the manufacturer’s ISO registrar and the certification organization. 4.6 Hazards Involving Compliant Product. 4.6.1 The certification organization shall establish procedures to be followed where situation(s) are reported in which a compliant product is subsequently found to be hazardous. These procedures shall comply with the provisions of ISO 27, Guidelines for

corrective action to be taken by a certification body in the event of misuse of its mark of conformity, and as modified herein. 4.6.2 Where a report of a hazard involved with a compliant product is received by the certification organization, the validity of the report shall be investigated. 4.6.3 With respect to a compliant product, a hazard shall be a condition, or create a situation, that results in exposing life, limb, or property to a dangerous or imminently dangerous condition. 4.6.4 Where a specific hazard is identified, the determination of the appropriate action for the certification organization and the manufacturer to undertake shall take into consideration the severity of the hazard and its consequences to the safety and health of users. 4.6.5 Where it is established that a hazard is involved with a compliant product, the certification organization shall determine the scope of the hazard, including products, model numbers, serial numbers, factory production facilities, production runs, and quantities involved. 4.6.6 The certification organization’s investigation shall include, but not be limited to, the extent and scope of the problem as it might apply to other compliant product or compliant product components manufactured by other manufacturers or certified by other certification organizations. 4.6.7 The certification organization shall also investigate reports of a hazard where compliant product is gaining widespread use in applications not foreseen when the standard was written, such applications in turn being ones for which the product was not certified, and no specific scope of application has been provided in the standard, and no limiting scope of application was provided by the manufacturer in written material accompanying the compliant product at the point of sale. 4.6.8 The certification organization shall require the manufacturer of the compliant product or the manufacturer of the compliant product component if applicable, to assist the certification organization in the investigation and to conduct its own investigation as specified in Section 4.7, Manufacturers’ Investigation of Complaints and Returns. 4.6.9 Where the facts indicating a need for corrective action are conclusive and the certification organization’s appeal procedures referenced in 4.2.12 have been followed, the certification organization shall initiate corrective action immediately, provided there is a manufacturer to be held responsible for such action. 4.6.10 Where the facts are conclusive and corrective action is indicated, but there is no manufacturer to be held responsible, such as when the manufacturer is out of business

or the manufacturer is bankrupt, the certification organization shall immediately notify relevant governmental and regulatory agencies and issue a notice to the user community about the hazard. 4.6.11 Where the facts are conclusive and corrective action is indicated, the certification organization shall take one or more of the following corrective actions: (1) Parties authorized and responsible for issuing a safety alert shall be notified when, in the opinion of the certification organization, such a safety alert is necessary to inform the users. (2) Parties authorized and responsible for issuing a product recall shall be notified when, in the opinion of the certification organization, such a recall is necessary to protect the users. (3) The mark of certification shall be removed from the product. (4) Where a hazardous condition exists and it is not practical to implement the corrective actions in 4.6.11(1), 4.6.11(2), or 4.6.11(3) or where the responsible parties refuse to take corrective action, the certification organization shall notify relevant governmental and regulatory agencies and issue a notice to the user community about the hazard. 4.6.12 The certification organization shall provide a report to the organization or individual identifying the reported hazardous condition and notify that organization or individual of the corrective action indicated or that no corrective action is indicated. 4.7 Manufacturers’ Investigation of Complaints and Returns. 4.7.1 Manufacturers shall provide corrective action in accordance with ISO 9001, Quality management systems — Requirements, for investigating written complaints and returned products. 4.7.2 Manufacturers’ records of returns and complaints related to safety issues shall be retained for at least 5 years. 4.7.3 Where the manufacturer discovers, during the review of specific returns or complaints, that a compliant product or compliant product component can constitute a potential safety risk to end users and is possibly subject to a safety alert or product recall, the manufacturer shall immediately contact the certification organization and provide all information about its review to assist the certification organization with the investigation. 4.8 Manufacturers’ Safety Alert and Product Recall Systems. 4.8.1 Manufacturers shall establish a written safety alert system and a written product recall system that describes the procedures to be used in the event that they decide or

are directed by the certification organization to either issue a safety alert or conduct a product recall. 4.8.2 The manufacturers’ safety alert and product recall systems shall provide the following: (1) The establishment of a coordinator and responsibilities by the manufacturer for the handling of safety alerts and product recalls (2) A method of notifying all dealers, distributors, purchasers, users, and the NFPA about the safety alert or product recall that can be initiated within 1 week following the manufacturer’s decision to issue a safety alert or to conduct a product recall or after the manufacturer has been directed by the certification organization to issue a safety alert or conduct a product recall (3) Techniques for communicating accurately and understandably the nature of the safety alert or product recall and, in particular, the specific hazard or safety issue found to exist (4) Procedures for removing product that is recalled and for documenting the effectiveness of the product recall (5) A plan for repairing or replacing product or for compensating purchasers for returned product Chapter 5 Product Labeling and Information [Tarver TG] 5.1 Product Label Requirements. 5.1.1 Each compliant two‐way, portable voice communications device shall have a product label permanently and conspicuously attached to the complete assembled product. 5.1.2 Multiple label pieces shall be permitted in order to carry all statements and information required to be on the product label; however, all label pieces that the product label comprises shall be located adjacent to each other. 5.1.3 The certification organization’s label, symbol, or identifying mark shall be attached to the product label or be part of the product label and shall be placed in a conspicuous location. All letters shall be at least 1.5 mm (1⁄32 in.) in height, and the label, symbol, or identifying mark shall be at least 6 mm (1⁄4 in.) in height. The font Arial in capital letters shall be used for all label lettering. 5.1.4 All worded portions of the required product label shall be at least in English.





5.1.5 Symbols and other pictorial graphic representations shall be permitted to be used to supplement worded statements on the product label(s). 5.1.6 The following compliance statement shall be legibly printed on the product label:

“THIS TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS OF NFPA 1802, STANDARD ON TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE

COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES FOR USE BY EMERGENCY SERVICES PERSONNEL IN THE HAZARD ZONE, 20XX EDITION.

DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL!”

5.1.7 Each two‐way portable voice communications device shall be marked directly with the serial number and the year and month of manufacture. 5.1.8 All rechargeable power sources provided by the two‐way portable voice communications device manufacturer shall be marked with a serial number and the year and date of manufacture. 5.1.9 Accessories and components certified shall contain an approval identifier indicating certification to this standard and shall include the year and month of manufacture. 5.2 User Information. 5.2.1 The manufacturer shall provide with each product at least the informational material and user instructions specified in Section 5.2. 5.2.2 At the time of purchase, the manufacturer shall provide to the purchaser an information sheet with each product that documents at least the following: (1) Date of manufacture (2) Model number (3) Serial number (4) Lot number, if applicable 5.2.3 Information and materials regarding pre‐operational use shall be provided on at least the following areas: (1) Safety considerations (2) Pre‐use checks (3) Limitations of use





(4) Power source requirements, type, and brand (5) Estimated operation time on fully charged power source in each available mode (6) Low‐power source signals and power supply replacement, where applicable (7) Charging and recharging procedures (8) Marking recommendations and restrictions (9) Warranty information (10) Recommended storage practices (11) Mounting on/in vehicles or fire apparatus 5.2.4 Information and operational materials regarding periodic inspections shall be provided on at least inspection frequency and details. 5.2.5 Information and operational materials regarding proper operational use shall be provided. [Move to 5.2.3?] 5.2.6 Information and operational materials regarding periodic maintenance and cleaning shall be provided on at least the following areas: (1) Cleaning instructions and precautions (2) Disinfecting procedures (3) Maintenance frequency and details (4) Guidelines for service and repair 5.2.7 Information and operational materials regarding replacement and retirement considerations for two‐way portable voice communications device and components shall be provided. Chapter 6 Design Requirements [McKenna/Worrell TG]

6.1 General Design Requirements.

6.1.1 All PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall also have at least the applicable design requirements specified in Section XXX of NFPA 1221: STANDARD FOR THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, AND USE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS, 2013 edition. 6.1.2 All PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall have at least the applicable design requirements specified in this chapter when inspected and evaluated





by the certification organization as specified in Section 4.3, Inspection and Testing. 6.1.3 All PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be capable of continuously operating for a minimum of <enter value> duty cycles without the power source being changed or recharged. 6.1.4 All PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall have a visual indicator shall display the status of power source when activated 6.1.5 All operational selection devices, including but not limited to switches, buttons, card readers, and keys, shall be rated for a service life of not less than 50,000 cycles. 6.1.6 All operational selection devices shall be designed to prevent unintentional activation, deactivation, and change of operation. 6.1.7 All operational selection devices shall be capable of being switched by a gloved hand. The gloves used for this function test shall be certified as compliant with the structural fire‐fighting glove requirements of NFPA1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting. 6.1.8 All PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be capable of both the FIREGROUND and INSPECTION mode. 6.1.9 The FIREGROUND MODE shall prevent the radio volume from falling below 25 % at the counterclockwise stop. 6.1.10 The INSEPCTION MODE shall enable the radio volume the full range to the counterclockwise stop. 6.2 Controls 6.2.1 The Push‐To‐Talk (PTT) shall be on the left side when viewing the device from the front of the device. 6.2.2 The top of the device shall include the following controls: (1) Power Knob (2) Selector Knob (3) Emergency Button (4) Antenna (5) Display (6) FCC Transmit indicator (7) Three‐Position Switch

(8) Two‐Position Switch 6.2.3 Any additional controls on the top of the radio shall not interfere with any of the required controls 6.2.4 The left side of the device shall include the following controls: (1) Push‐To‐Talk Button (PTT) (2) Three programmable buttons 6.2.4.1 Any additional controls on the left side of the device shall not interfere with any of the required controls 6.2.5 The right side of the device shall include the following controls: (1) Universal Component Connector 6.2.5.1 Any additional controls on the right side of the device shall not interfere with any of the required controls 6.2.6 The front of the device shall include the following controls: (1) Speaker (2) Microphone 6.2.6.1 Speaker and microphone shall be able to port air and water 6.2.6.2 Any additional controls on the left side of the device shall not interfere with any of the required controls 6.3 Power/Volume Knob 6.3.1 The PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall have a power–on/off knob that cycles the PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES’S power. 6.3.1.1 The power–on/off knob shall be located on the top of the device 6.3.2 The Power/Volume Knob shall be capable of being switched by a gloved hand. The gloves used for this function test shall comply with structural fire‐fighting glove requirements of NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting 2013 edition. 6.3.3 The Power/Volume knob shall cycle the power or revert the device to the FIREGROUND MODE.

6.3.4 The Power/Volume Knob shall rotate clockwise on to activate the device with an audible tactile click. 6.3.5 The turning off the device shall be with two separate actions. 6.3.6 When powered “on” the PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall enter the FIREGROUND MODE 6.3.7 The PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE shall have 4 programmable soft keys 6.3.8 The PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE shall include a 14 character non‐scrolling display 6.3.9 The power–on/off button shall be protected from accidental change of operation and impact damage. 6.4 Selector Knob 6.4.1 The PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall have a selector knob that cycles the PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES between modes. 6.4.1.1 The selector knob shall be located on the top of the device 6.4.2 The selector knob shall be differentiated in size and shape from the Power/Volume knob 6.4.3 There shall be a detent each position. 6.4.4 There shall be a hard stop at the minimum and maximum position 6.4.5 Turning resistance shall prevent accidental selection <Torque value to be determined> 6.5 Emergency Button 6.5.1 The Emergency Button shall be located at the base of the antenna on the top of the radio 6.5.2 The Emergency button shall be a minimum 12mm – 0 mm (0.5 inches / – 0 in.)

6.5.3 The Emergency shall be protected from accidental activation 6.5.4 Emergency button to have an one second (+ 1 / – 0 sec) IPT delay. 6.5.5 Emergency button activation depression of greater than 3 seconds (+ 1 / – 0 sec) deactivates emergency activationcondition. 6.5 Display 6.5.1 The display shall be backlighted in the following colors:

(1) Green when properly transmitting (2) Red when incomplete transmission (3) Orange when in the Emergency Mode 6.5.2 All displays shall be legible when lighted in all modes 6.6 Remote Mic 6.6.1 All PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall include support a remote microphone 6.6.2 Remote microphone shall be able to port air and water 6.6.3 Remote microphone shall have a PTT button 6.6.4 Remote microphone shall have a speaker 6.6.5 Remote microphone shall have a transmit indicator 6.6.5.1 The transmit indicator shall use the following colors:

(1) Green when in the properly functioning (2) Red for incomplete transmission (3) Orange in the Emergency Mode 6.6.6 Remote microphone shall have an emergency button 6.7 Remote Mic Audio Connection 6.7.1 All PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be capable The device shall have a means of detecting a loss of audio connection between the device and the remote Mic.

6.7.1.1 Any loss of audio connection between the PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES and the remote mic will activate the PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES AUDIO speaker. NFPA 1802 Programmable Feature set [Worrell TG] NFPA 1802 Fire Ground Mode/FG Mode NFPA 1802 mode consists of “Mandatory Functions” and “AHJ selectable options”. Mandatory functions must be enabled to be NFPA 1802 compliant. The selection of AHJ selectable options is based on capabilities and requirements of the infrastructure the AHJ conducts operations on. The radio programming software will guide programmers through selection of AHJ selectable options for each mandatory function. Mandatory: Global, talkgroup or channel implementation of FG Mode The radio will have the capability to enable FG Mode globally or by talkgroup or channel.

AHJ selectable options for the mandatory function: a. Global implementation‐ All radio channels/talkgroups have FG mode enabled b. Channel/Talkgroup implementation‐ Specific channels/talkgroups within a

template may have FG mode enabled determined by functional use of the channel/talkgroup by the AHJ.

Mandatory: Emergency Button Activation

a. 1 second activation. Button must be depressed for 1 second to activate. b. Initiating radio display will flash orange.

Mandatory: EID Transmit Power/Protocol

a. Transmits an Emergency ID at highest RF power allowable. b. EID transmission will be capable in the following protocols:

i. MDC 1200 ii. DTMF iii. P25 iv. List all other available options

i. Address current TIA work

AHJ Selectable options for the mandatory function: AHJ will select the protocol or protocols appropriate for operational/infrastructure requirements.



Commented [MW1]: Jenks/Tait‐ What is “AHJ” options. The Function is mandatory but the option for implementation of the function will depend on the AHJ infrastructure and operational requirements/procedures. Definition‐ AHJ‐ Authority Having Jurisdiction


Commented [MW2]: Jenks/Tait‐ Need to identify “EID” as “Emergency Identify” Definition: EID‐ Emergency Identification


i. MDC 1200 ii. DTMF iii. P25 iv. List all other available options

Mandatory: EID Channel Revert The radio will have the ability to:

a. Remain on the selected channel for transmission of the Emergency ID b. Revert to a pre‐programmed channel for transmission of the Emergency ID

AHJ selectable options for the mandatory function:

a. Remain on selected channel for EID transmission. b. Channel revert to a pre‐programmed EID transmission channel.

Mandatory: Post EID Voice Transmissions After transmission of the EID and acknowledgement if required the radio will have the ability to:

a. Remain on the selected channel for transmission of voice traffic. b. Revert to a pre‐programmed channel for transmission of voice traffic.

AHJ selectable options for the mandatory function. After the radio transmits the radio ID the AHJ may select one of the following options:

a. Remain on the selected channel. b. Revert to a pre‐programmed channel for transmission of voice traffic.

Mandatory: Emergency Receive Upon receipt of an EA from another radio the receiving radio will:

a. Visual Indication of EA.Orange Background until EA is acknowledged. a. Audible Indication of EA. Upon receipt of EA from another unit the receiving unit

will emit 3 beeps. b. ID Display of Unit initiating EA or display of alias data if alias data is selected. If

alias data is not available the unit will display the ID. Mandatory: EID Alias Data Base

a. Memory will hold x units. b. Alias ID information will be 14 characters

On/Off Volume (Top)

a. Minimum volume level x dB or other value b. The power off feature will only function with the rotation of the On/Off/Volume

to full counterclockwise and the simultaneous depression of Side Button 1 for 3 seconds.

Commented [MW3]: Martens/Harris‐ NOTE: caution on overloading the meaning of background colors; should always mean one thing only in general case, but especially for heightened stress use case


Commented [MW4]: Solution must also account conventional systems. Martens/Harris‐ NOTE: memory for x units may not be a needed requirement depending on the design of the alias solution


Commented [MW5]: Previous section states 25% of max value.Martens/Harris‐ NOTE: need to define tone, rate, and duration


Commented [MW6]: Jenks/Tait‐ The power off feature will only function with the…………….. Earlier we had said that power down was a 2 stage operation, do we actually want to prescribe how this is done or just let vendors select their own 2 stage power down method? Worrell Fire Service Response‐ The Fire Service is requesting consistency in these areas to minimize the training curve. The intent is that the standard will define how “Mandatory Features” work.


Channel Selector (Top)

a. Voice Announce will be active. b. Active voice traffic will have priority over voice announce. Voice announce will

resume at cessation ofW active traffic. c. When the channel selector is rotated channel announce will audibly indicate the

channel change. Announcement will include the deck/bank, channel & channel name.

d. Voice announce will allow the use of voice files or voice synthesis, for all programmed channels/talkgroups

e. Rotation of the channel selector will change channels in the current zone/bank.

Three Position Switch (Top) a. The three position switch will be programmed with the three most frequently

used zones selected by the programming agency. b. A change in position of the Three Position switch will result in a zone/bank

change to the programmed zone/bank for the corresponding switch position. c. Voice announce will audibly indicate a zone/bank change by announcing the

zone/bank and channel.

Two Position Switch (Top) The two‐position switch will be programmed as a keypad lock/unlock.

a. Position 1 “Unlock” allows the user to make changes to the radio channel from the keypad if equipped.

b. Position 2 “Lock” does not allow the user to change radio channels from the keypad.

Side Button 1

a. Function 1. Depression the side button 1 by itself will illuminate the button/knob indicators and keypad.

b. Function 2. Depression of side button 1 for three seconds and simultaneous rotation of the On/Off volume to the off position will power down the radio.

Out of Range This feature is use for infrastructure dependent (trunked) systems. If the radio encounters an out‐of‐range condition the radio will:

a. Display a visual indication of the out of range. The display will illuminate orange when out of range.

b. Emit an audible tone to indicate an out‐of‐range condition. c. When the out‐of range condition is resolved the radio will return to a normal

display and the audible out‐of‐range tone will cease. Transmit Indication When the transmitting the display backlighting will illuminate green

Commented [MW7]: Gerry Tarver‐ Active Traffic to have priority over voice announce.


Commented [MW8]: Martens/Harris‐ NOTE: is voice synthesis sufficient? Change made based on comments.


Commented [MW9]: Martens/Harris‐ NOTE: is this more of a user requirement? More for 1221? Need to research


Commented [MW10]: Jenks/Tait‐ The two‐position switch will be programmable as a keypad lock/unlock. Worrell/Fire Service Response‐ 1802 Mandatory Function The Fire Service is requesting consistency in these areas to minimize the training curve. The intent is that the standard will define how “Mandatory Features” work. In Non 1802/FG Mode the button can be programmed based on the needs dictated by the AHJ.


Commented [MW11]: Martens/Harris‐ NOTE: thought there was desire to also lock the channel knob from accidental operation – could be wrong, should verify… Worrell‐ I do not want to have above as a requirement. FF’s do go in on the wrong channel. Changing channels might be required to correct this error. Unlocking would be nearly impossible with gloves on. Voice announce requirements assist in knowing when the channel change happens.


Commented [MW12]: Color/Function standardization will be agreed upon by all manufacturers. Item to be discussed at Tucson. Manufacturers have been asked to gather information associated with their specific radios. Jenks/Tait‐ We are stipulating that the out of range color indicator will be Orange which is the same as the Emergency color we have also chosen


Commented [MW13]: Martens/Harris‐ NOTE: define tone and duration

Commented [MW14]: Martens/Harris‐ NOTE: this will require some discussion on how the radio will know that it is out of range; easier on a trunked system than in analog/talk‐around modes; does this just apply to infrastructure, specifically to scene commander, others in the building? Worrell‐ Does not apply to “Talk‐Around”. Only applies to infrastructure supported systems. Trunked verbiage added. This will apply to VoLTE in the future. Jenks/Tait‐ Is our intention to cover just trunked infrastructure as well as conventional infrastructure? If so how does a conventional radio make a “no coverage” decision until it transmits?


Receive Indication When receiving the display backlighting will illuminate blue. Diagnostics The device will perform periodic self‐checks when the unit is powered to verify proper operation. If a diagnostic test fails the radio will visually and audibly notify the user of the fault. The following functions will be tested when the radio is in operation to insure the communications system is intact:

a. Remote Speaker microphone test‐ the device will perform testing to insure proper operation of the speaker microphone.

b. Antenna test‐ The device will perform testing to insure that the antenna is intact.

c. Over temperature‐ The radio will sense when the radio has exceeded the maximum temperature.

Chapter 7 Performance Requirements [McKenna/Worrell TG] Chapter 7 Performance Requirements

7.1 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

7.1.1 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for point to point attenuation as specified in Section 8.x, Speech Transmission Index*, and shall have a minimum value of xxx.

7.1.2 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for Loss of Signal as specified in Section 8.x, The Handshake Test*, and shall have a minimum value of xxx.

Commented [MW15]: Need to determine Fault Indication i.e. “Check Engine”


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7.1.3 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for interference as specified in Section 8.x, Radio Interference Test* and shall have a minimum value of x.

7.1.4 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for frequency drift as specified by Telecommunications Industry Association Standard 603 and Telecommunications Industry Association Standard 102, and shall meet frequency drift requirements.

7.1.5 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE viewing surfaces shall be tested for abrasion resistance as specified in Section 8.5, Viewing Surface Abrasion Test, and shall not have the viewing surface exhibit an average delta haze greater than 14 percent.

7.1.6 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for resistance to vibration as specified in Section 8.6, Vibration Test, and shall be evaluated for proper functioning as specified in 6.x.x, shall meet proper point to point attenuation, shall meet as specified in 7.1.1, shall meet Loss of Signal, as specified in Section 7.1.2, shall meet Radio Interference, as specified in Section 7.1.3, and shall be tested for frequency drift, as specified in Section 7.1.4. have a minimum SR value of 0.06.

7.1.7 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for durability as specified in Section 8.x, Durability Test, and shall remain functional, shall have no water inside the electronics compartment(s), and shall have no water inside the power source compartment(s).

7.1.8 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for resistance to electronic temperature stress as specified in Section 8.x, Electronic Temperature Stress Test, and shall be evaluated for proper functioning as specified in 6.x.x, shall meet proper point to point attenuation, shall meet as specified in 7.1.1, shall meet Loss of Signal, as specified in Section 7.1.2, shall meet Radio Interference, as specified in Section 7.1.3, and shall be tested for frequency drift, as specified in Section 7.1.4.

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7.1.9 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for immersion leakage as specified in Section 8.x, Heat and Immersion Test, and for Test Procedure 1 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE shall be evaluated for proper functioning as specified in 6.x.x, and shall have no water in its electronics compartment(s).

7.1.9.1 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for resistance to leakage as specified in Section 8.x, Heat and Immersion Test; and for 8.x.x, Test Procedure 2, PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall have no water leakage in the electronics compartment(s).

7.1.10 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for resistance to heat as specified in Section 8.x, High Temperature Functionability Test, and shall evaluated for proper function as specified in 6.x.x and 6.x.x, and shall not melt, drip or ignite.

7.1.11 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for ingress protection (IP) rating as specified in IEC 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code), and shall have a rating of IP6X.

7.1.12 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for resistance to impact as specified in Section 8.x, Impact Acceleration Resistance Test, and shall be evaluated for proper functioning as specified in 6.x.x and 6.x.x.

7.1.13 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for resistance to corrosion as specified in Section 8.x, Corrosion Test, and shall be evaluated for proper functioning as specified in 6.x.x and 6.x.x.

7.1.14 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for integrity for specified in Section 8.x, Case Integrity Test; shall be evaluated for proper functioning as specified in 6.x.x and 6.x.x; shall support the test weight without affecting case integrity of or causing visible damage.

7.1.15 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for cable pullout as specified in Section 8.x, Cable Pullout Test, and shall have a minimum value of 220N in the direction of the wiring.

7.1.16 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for resistance to heat and flame as specified in Section 8.x, Heat and Flame Test, Procedure 1,and shall not have the afterflame exceed 2.2 seconds; shall have nothing fall of the device; shall not have the device fall from its mounted position; and shall function as follows:

(1) The device shall active using the Power/Volume Knob as specified in Section 6.3 (2) The Selector Knob shall function as specified in Section 6.4 (3) The Emergency Button shall function as specified in Section 6.5 (4) The display shall function as specified in Section 6.5 (5) The remote mic audio connection shall function as specified in Section 6.7

7.16.2 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for resistance to heat and flame as specified in Section 8.x, Heat and Flame Test, Procedure 2,and shall not have the afterflame exceed 2.2 seconds; shall have nothing fall of the device; shall not have the device fall from its mounted position; and shall function as follows:

The device shall active using the Power/Volume as specified in Section 6.3

The Selector shall function as specified in Section 6.4

The Emergency Button shall function as specified in Section 6.5

The display shall function as specified in Section 6.5

The remote mic audio connection shall function as specified in Section 6.7

7.17 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for durability and legibility as specified in Section 8.x, Product label Durability Test, and the product labels shall remain attached to the device and shall be legible to the untrained eye.

7.18 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for water drainage as specified in Section 8.x, Water Drainage Test, and shall meet the Speech Intelligibility Test, as specified in 7.1.1.

7.18 PORTABLE (HAND‐HELD) COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be tested for intrinsic safety as specified in ANSI/UL 913, Standard for Intrinsically Safe Apparatus and Associated Apparatus, for Use in Class I, II, III, Division I Hazardous (Classified) Locations, and shall meet the requirements for Class I, Groups C and D, and Class II, Groups E, F, and G, Division I hazardous locations. TIA STANDARD TIA‐4950‐A Requirements for Battery‐Powered, Portable Land Mobile Radio Applications in Class I, II and III, Division 1, Hazardous (Classified ) Locations.

Chapter 8 Test Methods [Feely/Spoons TG] NFPA 1802 Chapter 8 Test Methods

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Push to talk (PTT)

On radio body

On remote speaker microphone (RSM)

Emergency Alert Button (EAB)

Display

Channel selector

Channel announce

LED indicators

8.1 Sample Preparation.

8.1.1 Application.

8.1.1.1 The sample preparation procedures contained in this section shall apply to each test method in this chapter, as specifically referenced in the sample preparation section of each test method.

8.1.1.2 Only the specific sample preparation procedure or procedures referenced in the sample preparation section of each test method shall be applied to that test method.

8.1.2 Samples8.1.2 Samples. Samples shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.1.3 Specimens8.1.3 Specimens.


8.1.3.1 Specimens8.1.3.1 Specimens for testing shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.1.3.2 A8.1.3.2 a minimum of three specimens shall be tested.

8.1.2 Room AmbiantAmbient Temperature Conditioning Procedure.

8.1.2.13.3 Samples shall be conditioned at a temperature of 22°C ± 3°C (72°F ± 5°F) and relative humidity (RH) of 50 percent ± 25 percent for at least 4 hours.

8.1.2.23.4 Samples shall be tested within 5 minutes after removal from conditioning.

8.1.3.5 Specimens shall be operated according to the manufacturer’s instructions to determine

1) Transmit / Receive ‐ shall be tested for point to point attenuation Speech Transmission Index*, and shall have a minimum value of xxx.

2) Signal Loss ‐ shall be tested for Loss of Signal ,Signal, The Handshake Test*, and shall have a minimum value of xxx.

3) Interference Test ‐ shall be tested for interference Radio Interference Test* and shall have a minimum value of x.

4) Frequency Drift ‐ shall be tested for frequency drift as specified by Telecommunications Industry Association Standard 603 and Telecommunications Industry Association Standard 102, and shall meet frequency drift requirements.

8.1.3 Cold Temperature Conditioning Procedure.


8.1.3.1 Specimens shall be exposed to a temperature of −20°C +0/−3°C (−4°F +0/−5°F) for at least 4 hours.

8.1.3.2 Testing shall begin within 30 seconds of the specimens being removed from the conditioning.






8.1.4 Elevated Temperature Conditioning Procedure.

8.1.4.1 Specimens shall be exposed to a temperature of 71°C +1/−0°C (160°F +2/−0°F) for at least 4 hours.

8.1.4.2 Testing shall begin within 30 seconds of the specimens being removed from the conditioning.







***FROM ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING TASK GROUP – FEELY***

8.1.4 Apparatus

*** NEED DESCRIPTION OF TEST APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR TESTING;





8.25 Heat and Immersion Leakage Test.



8.2.1 Application. This test method shall apply to all TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.5.2.2. 2.2 Samples.

8.5.2.2.1. 2.2.11 Samples shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.5.2.2.2. 2.2.2 Samples shall be conditioned as specified in 8.1.2.

8.25.3 Specimens.

8.25.3.1 Specimens for testing shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.25.3.2 A minimum of three specimens shall be tested.

8.25.4 Apparatus.

8.25.4.1 A test oven having minimum dimensions of 915 mm depth × 915mm width × 1220mm height (36 in. depth × 36 in. width × 48 in. height) shall be provided.

8.25.4.1.1 The test oven shall have an airflow rate of 38 m/min to 76 m/min (125 ft/min to 250 ft/min) at the standard temperature and pressure of 21°C (70°F) at 1 atmosphere measured at the center point of the oven.

8.25.4.1.2 A test thermocouple shall be positioned so that it is level with the horizontal centerline of a mounted specimen.

8.25.4.2 A test water container capable of covering the uppermost point of the specimen with a depth of 1.5 m (4.9 ft) of water shall be provided.

8.25.4.2.1 The water container shall maintain the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES at that depth.

8.25.4.2.2 The water temperature shall be 18°C ± 10°C (64°F ± 18°F).

8.25.5 Test Procedure 1.

8.25.5.1 Specimens shall be placed in the test oven that has been preheated to 177°C +5/−0°C (350°F +10/−0°F). Test exposure time of 15 minutes shall begin.

8.25.5.2 After the test exposure time of 15 minutes, the specimens shall be removed from the oven and within 30 seconds shall be immersed in the test water container for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, the specimens shall be removed from the test water container and shall be wiped dry.

8.25.5.3 Specimens shall be subject to 8.5.5.1 and 8.5.5.2 for six complete cycles.

8.25.5.4 After the sixth cycle, the power source compartment of the specimens shall be opened and shall be inspected for water leakage to determine pass or fail performance. Where the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE does not fail this portion of the test, the power source shall be replaced reinstalled.

8.25.5.5 After the sixth cycle, the specimens shall be operated according to the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the proper functioning as specified in Section 6.4?, Signal Design Requirements for TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.5.5.6 After the sixth cycle, the specimens’ alarm signal sound pressure level shall be measured as specified in 7.1.2.1 to determine pass or fail performance.

8.5.5.7 Specimens shall be operated according to the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the proper functioning for data logging as specified in 6.1.3 to determine pass or fail performance.

8.25.6 Test Procedure 2.

8.25.6.1 Following test procedure 1, the specimens shall be re‐immersed in the test water container for an additional 5 minutes +30/−0 seconds. The power source compartment(s) shall be open, and the power source shall not be installed.

8.25.6.2 After the 5‐minute immersion, the specimens shall be removed from the test water container and shall be wiped dry.

8.25.6.3 The electronic compartment(s) of the specimens shall be opened and inspected for water leakage to determine pass or fail performance.

8.25.7 Report.

8.25.7.1 For test procedure 1, the specimen alarm signal sound pressure level the basic functions***? shall be measured, recorded, and reported.

8.25.7.2 For test procedure 1, the functioning of the specimens shall be recorded and reported.

8.25.7.3 Following each test procedure, any water leakage shall be reported and recorded.

8.25.8 Interpretation.

8.25.8.1 Pass or fail performance shall be determined for each specimen.

8.25.8.2 One or more specimens failing any portion of this test shall constitute failing performance.

8.32 Vibration Test.


8.23.2 Samples. Samples shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.23.2.1 Samples shall be conditioned as specified in 8.1.3.

8.23.3 Specimens.



8.23.3.3 Specimens shall be conditioned at a temperature of 22°C ± 3°C (72°F ± 5°F), and a relative humidity of 50 percent ± 25 percent, for at least 4 hours.

8.23.3.4 Specimens shall be tested within 5 minutes after removal from conditioning.

8.23.4 Apparatus.

8.23.4.1 Product shall be tested on a typical package tester within the compartments specified in 8.23.4.2 through 8.23.4.4.

8.2.4.2 Compartments shall be set up as specified in Figure 8.23.4.2(a) and Figure 8.23.4.2(b).

FIGURE 8.23.4.2(a) Vibration Table Compartments — Top

View (Not to Scale). FIGURE 8.23.4.2(b) Vibration Table Compartments — Side

View (Not to Scale). 8.23.4.2.1 The sides and the base of the compartments shall be constructed of nominal 6 mm (1⁄4 in.) stainless steel, and the top of the compartments shall remain open.

8.23.4.2.2 There shall be no burrs, sharp edges, surface discontinuities, or fasteners on the internal surfaces of the holding boxes.

8.23.4.3 The large compartments shall encase the complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES that is larger than 5161 mm2 (8 in.2).

8.23.4.4 The small compartments shall encase the complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES that is smaller than 5161 mm2 (8 in.2).

8.23.5 Procedure.

8.23.5.1 Test specimens shall be placed unrestrained in the compartments specified in 8.23.4.2, and where present, all product adjustments shall be fully extended.

8.23.5.2 Test specimens shall not be tied down.

8.23.5.3 The basic movement of the bed of the test table shall be a 25 mm, orbital path such as can be obtained on a standard package tester operating in synchronous mode at 250 rpm ± 5 rpm.

8.23.5.4 The test duration shall be 3 hours.

8.23.5.5 Test specimens shall be evaluated for the basic functions***? image recognition as specified in Section 8.1, Image Recognition Test, and the image recognition values recorded in the vertical and horizontal directions.

8.23.6 Report. Each of the the basic functions***? shall be measured, recorded, and reported.image recognition values in the horizontal and vertical directions shall be recorded and reported.

8.23.7 Interpretation. One or more specimens failing this test shall constitute failing performance.

8.3 4 Impact Acceleration Resistance Test.




8.34.3 Specimens.



8.3.3.3 Specimens shall be conditioned at a temperature of

22°C ± 3°C (72°F ± 5°F), and a relative humidity of 50 percent

± 25 percent, for at least 4 hours.

8.3.3.4 Specimens shall be removed following the specified conditioning, and testing shall begin within 60 seconds of removal from conditioning.

8.34.4 Procedure.

8.34.4.1 Three specimens of product shall be subjected to a series of impact acceleration tests.

8.34.4.1.1 One test specimen for ambient temperature conditioning shall be exposed to a temperature of 23°C ± 1°C (73°F ± 2°F), for at least 4 hours.

8.34.4.1.2 One test specimen for cold temperature conditioning shall be exposed to a temperature of −20°C ± 1°C (−4°F ± 2°F), for at least 4 hours.

8.34.4.1.3 One test specimen for elevated temperature conditioning shall be exposed to a temperature of 60°C ± 1°C (140°F ± 2°F), for at least 4 hours.

8.34.4.2 Each product tested shall be complete with power source.

8.34.4.3 After conditioning, product shall be turned to the “on” position. Testing shall begin within 30 seconds of removal from conditioning.

8.34.4.4 Following each conditioning, the product shall be dropped a total of eight times from a distance of 2 m (61⁄2 ft) onto a concrete surface so that impact is on each face and on one corner and one edge of the product.

8.34.4.5 The entire series of drops shall be completed within 10 minutes of removal from conditioning.

8.34.4.7 Specimens shall be evaluated to determine that the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES enclosure has not incurred damage that affects normal operation or enclosure integrity.

8.4.4.8 Test specimens shall be evaluated for the basic functions***? as specified in Section 8.1

8.34.5 Report. Each of the the basic functions***? shall be measured, recorded, and reported.The SR value shall be recorded and reported. 8.34.6 Interpretation. One or more specimens failing this test shall constitute failing performance.

8.4 5 Corrosion Test.

8. 4 5.1 Application. This test method shall apply to all TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.


8.45.3 Specimens.



8.45.3.3 Specimens shall be conditioned at a temperature of 22°C ± 3°C (72°F ± 5°F), and a relative humidity of 50 percent, ± 25 percent, for at least 4 hours.


8.45.4 Procedure.

8.45.4.1 Specimens shall be tested in accordance withASTM B 117, Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus. Salt spray shall be 5 percent saline solution, and the test exposure shall be for 48 hours, +30/−0 minutes. The chamber shall be stabilized at a temperature of 35°C ± 3°C (95°F ± 5°F).

8.45.4.2 Specimens shall be placed in the chamber in the typical operating position as used by first responders, as specified by the manufacturer.

8.45.4.3 At the conclusion of the salt spray period, specimens shall be stored in an environment of 22°C ± 3°C (72°F ± 5°F) at 50 percent ± 5 percent, relative humidity for a minimum of 48 hours.

8.45.4.4 Following the conditioning period, specimens shall be tested within 60 seconds of removal from conditioning.

8.45.5 Report. The TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES shall be inspected for function of controls and operating feature. Corrosion shall be recorded and reported.

8.45.6 Interpretation. One or more specimens failing this test shall constitute failing performance.

8.5 6 Viewing Surface Abrasion Test.

8.5.1 Application. This test shall apply to all TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.56.2 Samples. Samples shall be complete viewing surfaces or representative plaques from TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.56.3 Specimens.

8.56.3.1 Specimens for testing shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES viewing surfaces or representative plaques.

8.56.3.2 Seven specimens shall be chosen from a minimum of three viewing surfaces or representative plaques.

8.56.3.2.1 Four specimens shall be taken from the left viewing area, and three specimens shall be taken from the right viewing area.

8.56.3.2.2 One of the four specimens taken from the left viewing area shall be the set‐up specimen.

8.56.3.3 The left test specimen shall include all of the following criteria:

(1) The specimen shall be a square measuring 50 mm × 50 mm (2 in. × 2 in.).

(2) Two edges of the square section shall be parallel within ±2 degrees of the axis of the cylinder or cone in the center of the sample.

(32) At least 38 mm (11⁄2 in.) of the 50 mm × 50 mm (2 in. × 2 in.) square shall be taken from the left side of the center line of the viewing surface.

8.56.3.4 The right test specimens shall include all of the following criteria:

(1) The specimen shall be a square measuring 50 mm

× 50 mm (2 in. × 2 in.).

(2) Two edges of the square section shall be parallel within ±2 degrees of the axis of the cylinder or cone in the center of the sample.

(32) At least 38 mm (11⁄2 in.) of the 50 mm × 50 mm (2 in. × 2 in.) square shall be taken from the right side of the center line of the viewing surface lens.

8.56.3.5 Each of the specimens shall be cleaned in the following

manner:

(1) The specimen shall be rinsed with clean tap water.

(2) The specimen shall be washed with a solution of nonionic/ low‐phosphate detergent and water using a clean, soft gauze pad.

(3) The specimen shall be rinsed with de‐ionized water.

(4) The specimen shall be blown dry with clean compressed air or nitrogen.



8.56.4 Apparatus. The test apparatus shall be constructed in accordance with Figure 8.56.4(a) and Figure 8.56.4(b).

8.56.5 Procedure.

8.56.5.1 The haze of the specimen shall be measured using a haze meter in accordance with ASTM D 1003, Standard Test Method for Haze and Luminous Transmittance of Transparent Plastics, and recorded with the following additions:

(1) The haze shall be measured in the middle 2 mm2 of the specimen.

(2) The specimen shall be repositioned to achieve the maximum haze value within the area defined in 8.5.5.1(1).

(3) The haze meter shall have a specified aperture of 22 mm.

(4) The haze meter shall have a visual display showing 0.1 percent resolution.

(5) The haze meter shall be calibrated before and after each day’s use following procedures specified in ASTM D 1003, Standard Test Method for Haze and Luminous Transmittance of Transparent Plastics.

8.56.5.2 The set‐up specimen shall be placed cover side up in the test apparatus specimen holder. The specimen holder shall be configured with a flat surface under the lens or with an inner radius support.

8.56.5.3 The pad holder shall consist of a cylinder 9.5 mm (0.4 in.) high and 25 mm (1 in.) in diameter with a radius of curvature equal to the radius of curvature of the outside of the lens in the viewing area ±0.25 diopter. This cylinder shall be rigidly affixed to the stroking arm by a #10‐32 UNF threaded rod.

FIGURE 8.56.4(a) Lens Abrasion Tester. FIGURE 8.56.4(b) Lens Abrasion Tester (details). 8.56.5.4 The pad shall be a Blue Streak M306M wool felt polishing pad 23 mm (0.9 in.) in diameter.

8.56.5.5 The abrasive disc shall be made from 3M Part Number 7415, Wood Finishing Pad. A disc 23 mm (0.9 in.) in diameter shall be cut from the abrasive sheet. The marked side of the disc shall be placed against the pad. Care shall be exercised to maintain this orientation for each abrasive disc throughout the testing.

8.56.5.6 The pad holder, pad, and abrasive disc shall be installed on the stroking arm. The stroking arm shall be leveled to ±3 degrees by adjusting the threaded pin. The pin shall be secured to prevent rotation of the pad holder. The axis of curvature of the pad holder shall be coincident with the axis of curvature of the lens.

8.56.5.7 The stroking arm shall be counterbalanced with the pad holder, pad, and abrasive disc in place.

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8.56.5.8 The set‐up specimen shall be replaced with one of the six specimens to be tested.

8.56.5.9 A 1000 g ± 5 g (2.7 lb ± 0.16 oz.) test weight shall be installed on the pin above the test sample.

8.56.5.10 The test shall be run for 200 cycles ± 1 cycle. One cycle shall consist of a complete revolution of the eccentric wheel.

8.56.5.11 The length of stroke shall be 14mm (1⁄2 in.), producing a pattern 38 mm (11⁄2 in.) long. The frequency of the stroke shall be 60 cycles per minute ± 1 cycle per minute. The center of the stroke shall be within ±2 mm (±0.08 in.) of the center of the specimen.

8.56.5.12 The specimen shall be removed and cleaned following the test procedure. The abrasive disc shall be discarded.

8.56.5.13 The haze of the sample shall be measured following the test procedure.

8.56.5.14 The delta haze shall be calculated by subtracting the initial haze from the final haze.

8.56.5.15 The testing steps specified in 8.5.5.8 through 8.5.5.14 shall be repeated five times with a new sample and abrasive disc.

8.56.6 Report. The six delta haze values shall be averaged, recorded, and reported.

8.56.7 Interpretation. The average delta haze shall be evaluated to determine pass or fail.

8.6 7 Heat Resistance Test.




8.67.3 Specimens.





8.6.3.5 Manufacturers shall be permitted to optimally focus specimens to a distance of 1 m for this test.

8.67.4 Apparatus. The test oven shall be as specified in ISO 17493, Clothing and equipment for protection against heat — Test method for convective heat resistance using a hot air circulating oven.

8.67.5 Procedure.

8.67.5.1 Testing shall be performed in accordance with ISO 17493, Clothing and equipment for protection against heat — Test method for convective heat resistance using a hot air circulating oven, using the following parameters:

(1) A test fixture capable of accommodating the device being tested shall be used.

(2) The test temperature shall be 260°C, +6/−0°C (500°F, +10/−0°F).

(3) Specimens shall be mounted in the “as worn” position on a test fixture and shall not touch any oven surface.

(4) The test fixture shall not degrade the oven recovery time.

(5) The test fixture shall be designed to allow the specimens to be attached in the same configuration as the specimens’ mounting assembly attaches to the specimens.

8.67.5.2 The test fixture with the specimen attached shall be placed in the test oven perpendicular with the object lens front surface facing perpendicular to the airflow of the oven.

8.67.5.3 The specimen shall be set to the “on” mode.

8.67.5.4 There shall be no obstructions between the specimen and the airflow. The test fixture shall position the specimen equidistant from all interior oven surfaces.

8.67.5.5 The test oven door shall not remain open more than 15 seconds. The air circulation shall be shut off while the door is open and turned on when the door is closed.

8.67.5.6 The total test oven recovery time shall not exceed 30 seconds. The thermocouple reading shall remain at 260°C, +6/−0°C (500°F, +10/−0°F) for the dura on of the test.

8.67.5.7 The test specimen, mounted as specified, shall be exposed in the test oven for 5 minutes, +15/−0 seconds. The test exposure me shall begin when the test thermocouple recovers to 260°C, +6/−0°C (500°F, +10/−0°F).

8.67.5.8 After the specified exposure, the specimen shall be removed from the oven and immediately aimed perpendicularly at the spatial resolution target at a distance of 1 +0.01/−0. The highest resolvable index number on the spatial resolution target shall be recorded. Tested for basic functions.

8.67.6 Report.

8.67.6.1 The highest resolvable index number on the spatial resolution target shall be recorded and reported. Test specimens shall be evaluated for the basic functions***? as specified in Section 8.1

8.7.6.2 Each of the the basic functions***? shall be measured, recorded, and reported.

8.67.6.32 Observations of melting, dripping, or ignition shall be recorded and reported for each specimen.


8.67.7.1 One or more specimens failing this test shall constitute failing performance.

8.67.7.2 One or more specimens showing evidence of melting, dripping, or igniting shall constitute failing performance for this test.

8.87 Heat and Flame Test.



8.87.3 Specimens.

8.87.3.1 Specimens for testing shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES Samples shall be complete viewing surfaces or minimum 50 mm × 50 mm (2 in. × 2 in.) identically coated and prepared coupons.




8.87.4 Apparatus.

8.87.4.1 A TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE test fixture to hold the specimen in the test apparatus shall be permitted to be provided by the manufacturer and shall not impede the intended operation. The manufacturer‐supplied test fixture shall not add any additional protection for the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES that could alter this test.

8.87.4.2 Where a TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES test fixture is not supplied by the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES manufacturer, the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES test fixture shall be as specified in Figure 8.78.4.2(a) and Figure 8.78.4.2(b). The TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES test fixture shall be used in a manner that is representative of the end product’s intended use.

8.87.4.3 The specimens shall be mounted on the test fixture to simulate the intended‐use position as specified in the manufacturer’s instructions, ensuring that the orientation of the center axis of the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES lens is perpendicular to the burner array, horizontally centered, and located 610 mm (24 in.) ± 25 mm above the base of the lift‐cart subassembly.

FIGURE 8.87.4.2(a) Mounted TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES for Heat and Flame Test.

FIGURE 8.87.4.2(b) TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES Mounting Armature.

8.87.4.4 The heat and flame test apparatus shall be as specified in Figure 8.7.4.4. The heat and flame test apparatus shall not be supplied by the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES manufacturer.

8.87.4.5 The test oven shall be a horizontal forced circulating air oven with an internal velocity of 61 m/min (200 ft/min) ± 15 m/min. The test oven shall have minimum dimensions of 915 mm depth × 915 mm width × 1220 mm (36 in. × 36 in. × 48 in.) height.

8.87.5 Procedure.

8.87.5.1 For calibration prior to the heat and flame test, the calibration mannequin shown in Figure 8.7.4.4 shall be exposed to direct flame contact for 10 seconds using the heat and flame test apparatus.

8.87.5.2 All peak temperature readings shall be within a temperature range of 815°C to 1150°C (1500°F to 2102°F).

8.87.5.3 The average mean of all peak temperature readings shall not be higher than 950°C (1742°F).

8.87.5.4 The test oven recovery time, after the door is closed, shall not exceed 1.0 minute.

8.87.5.5 Specimens mounted on the test fixture shall first be placed in the test oven, which has been preheated to 95°C ± 2°C (203°F ± 5°F), for 15 minutes, +15/−0 seconds. The test exposure time of 15 minutes shall begin after the door is closed and the oven temperature recovers to 95°C (203°F).

FIGURE 8.78.4.4 Heat and Flame Test Apparatus.

8.87.5.6 At the completion of the 15‐minute exposure at 95°C ± 2°C (203°F ± 5°F), the oven door shall be opened, and the specimen mounted on the test fixture shall be moved out of the oven and into the center of the burner array.

8.87.5.7 The product shall then be exposed to direct flame contact for 10 seconds, +1⁄4/−0 seconds. This exposure shall begin within 20 seconds of the product being removed from the test oven.

8.87.6 Report.

8.87.6.1 Any afterflame of the test specimen exceeding 2.2 seconds shall be recorded and reported.

8.87.6.2 Anything falling from the test specimen shall be recorded and reported.

8.87.6.3 Any test specimen falling from the mounted position shall be recorded and reported.



8.78.7.2 Any test specimen exceeding 2.2 seconds of afterflame shall constitute failing performance.

8.78.7.3 Any test specimen having parts or other items falling off shall constitute failing performance.

8.78.7.4 Any test specimen falling from its mounted position shall constitute failing performance.

8.8 9 Product Label Durability Test.

8.89.1 Application. This test method shall apply to all product labels.


8.89.3 Specimens.

8.89.3.1 Specimens for testing shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES with product labels attached.


8.89.3.3 Specimens shall be conditioned at a temperature of

22°C ± 3°C (72°F ± 5°F), and a relative humidity of 50 percent

± 25 percent, for at least 4 hours.


8.89.4 Procedure.

8.89.4.1 Specimens with all product labels attached shall be subjected to the tests specified in Section 8.45, Corrosion Resistance; Section 8.67, Heat Resistance Test; and Section 8.13xx, Durability Test.

8.89.4.2 After each test, the specimen product labels shall be examined at a distance of 305 mm (12 in.) +25/−0 mm by the unaided eye with 20/20 vision or vision corrected to 20/20.

8.89.4.3 The product labels shall be permitted to be wiped clean with an untreated cloth prior to being examined.

8.89.5 Report. The legibility of each product label shall be recorded and reported.

8.89.6 Interpretation. Any specimen failing the test shall constitute failing performance.

8.9 10 Cable Pullout Test.

8.910.1 Application. This test method shall apply to TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES and any associated assemblies with interconnecting wiring.


8.910.3 Specimens.

8.910.3.1 Specimens for testing shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES with any associated assemblies with interconnecting wiring.




8.910.4 Apparatus. A mass of known weight with the means for attachment to wiring shall be provided.

8.910.5 Procedure. A force of 89 N, +9/−0 N shall be applied gradually, in an axial direction to the wiring of the specimen tested.

8.10.5.1 One test specimen for ambient temperature testing shall be exposed to a temperature of 71C (160F) for 4 hours.

8.10.5.2 One test specimen elevated temperature testing shall be exposed to a temperature of 177°C 350°F), for 15 minutes.

8.10.5.3 One test specimen for elevated temperature tesging shall be exposed to a temperature of 260°C (500°F), for 5 minutes.

8.910.6 Report.

8.910.6.1 Observations of the separation or non‐separation of interconnecting wiring shall be recorded and reported.

8.910.6.2 Observations of the proper specimen functionality shall be recorded and reported.


8.910.7.1 Separation of interconnecting wiring of any specimen shall constitute failing performance.

8.910.7.2 Any improper functionality of any specimen, in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 6, Design Requirements, shall constitute failing performance.

8.110 Case Integrity Test.


8.1011.2 Samples.

8.1011.2.1 Samples shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.


8.611.3 Specimens.


8.611.3.2 A minimum of three specimens for TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES that meet the criteria specified in 6.1.2.1 shall be tested.

8.611.3.3 A minimum of three specimens shall be tested for each containment case, housing, and enclosure for TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES that meet the criteria specified in 6.1.2.2, 6.1.2.3, or 6.1.2.4.

8.611.4 Procedure.

8.611.4.1 Specimens shall be subjected to a test weight of 200 kg + 2/−0 kg (442 lb +4.4/−0 lb).

8.611.4.2 The test weight shall be placed on each surface of the specimen case, housing, or enclosure.

8.611.4.3 The test weight shall be placed so as to avoid impact loading.

8.611.4.4 The test weight shall remain on each surface of the specimen case for 1 minute +15/−0 seconds.

8.1011.4.5 After removal of the test weight, each surface of the specimen case, housing, and enclosure shall be examined for damage.

8.1011.4.6 Signal testing shall begin within 30 seconds following the final inspection of the case, housing, and enclosure.

8.1011.4.7 Specimens shall be operated according to the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the proper functioning as specified in 6.4.2.3 and 6.4.3.2.

8.1011.4.8 The specimens’ shall be evaluated for the basic functions***? as specified in Section 8.1alarm signal sound pressure level shall be measured as specified in 7.1.2 to determine TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance.

8.10.4.9 Specimens shall be operated according to the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the proper functioning for data logging as specified in 6.1.3 to determine TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance.

8.1011.5 Report.

8.1011.5.1 Each of the the basic functions***? shall be measured, recorded, and reported. The specimen alarm signal sound pressure level shall be measured, recorded, and reported.

8.10.5.2 The functioning of the specimens shall be recorded and reported.

8.1011.5.3 2 Any visible damage to the specimen case shall be recorded and reported.


8.10.6.1 TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance shall be determined for each specimen.

8.1011.66.2 1 One or more specimens failing this test shall constitute failing performance.

8.121 Water Drainage Test.


8.1112.2 Samples.

8.1112.2.1 Samples shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.


8.1112.3 Specimens.



8.1112.4 Procedure.

8.1112.4.1 Specimens shall be subjected to three water drainage tests.

8.1112.4.1.1 The first test shall have the specimens positioned with the annunciator speaker oriented in the position it is intended to be worn, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8.1112.4.1.2 The second test shall have the specimens positioned with the annunciator speaker oriented horizontally and facing up.

8.1112.4.1.3 A third test shall have the specimen positioned where the annunciator speaker is oriented in a position that will retain the greatest volume of water.

8.1112.4.2 Water shall be introduced into all openings, indentations, and grilles of the specimens until water overflows from each such opening, indentation, and grille.

8.1112.4.3 The filling method shall ensure that no air bubbles remain in any of the openings, indentations, and grilles.

8.1112.4.4 Specimens shall then be placed in the alarm receive mode and allowed to sound the alarm signal for at least 65 seconds without the specimen being moved.

8.1112.4.5 The alarm signal sound pressure level shall be measured as specified in 7.1.2 for the duration of the test.

8.1112.4.6 The alarm signal sound pressure level shall be measured and recorded at the 60 second +5/−0 seconds, mark to determine TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance.

8.1112.5 Report. The specimen alarm signal sound pressure level shall be measured, recorded, and reported.


8.1112.6.1 TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance shall be determined for each specimen.


8.13 Durability Test.



8.13.3 Specimens.

8.13.3.1 Specimens for testing shall be complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES. Where the TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES is equipped with a retention device, the retention device shall be permitted to be removed prior to testing.


8.13.3.3 Specimens shall be conditioned at a temperature of 22°C ± 3°C (72°F ± 5°F), and a relative humidity of 50 percent ± 25 percent for at least 4 hours.


8.13.4 Apparatus.

8.13.4.1 An environmental conditioning test chamber shall be capable of accepting complete specimen TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.13.4.2 The environmental conditioning test chamber shall be capable of maintaining and continuously monitoring the required conditions throughout the envelope of air surrounding the complete TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES.

8.13.4.3 A water dunk container capable of covering and maintaining the uppermost point of the specimen TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES with a depth of 1 m ± 0.1 m (40 in. ± 4 in.), of de‐ionized water shall be used.

8.13.4.4 The water temperature in the water dunk container shall be 22°C ± 3°C (72°F ± 5°F). The water temperature shall not change more than 3°C (5°F) for the duration of the test.

8.13.4.5 A tumble test apparatus shall be as specified in Figure 8.13.4.5.

FIGURE 8.13.4.5 Tumble Test Apparatus.

8.13.5 Procedure 1.

8.13.5.1 The pre‐test image recognition values in the vertical and horizontal directions shall be recorded as specified in Section 8.1, Image Recognition Test.

8.13.5.2 The test specimen shall be placed in the environmental conditioning test chamber that has been stabilized at 49°C, +3°/−0°C (120°F, +5°/−0°F).

8.13.5.3 After 6 hours, the temperature shall be raised within 1 hour to 60°C, +3°/−0°C (140°F, +5°/−0°F) and maintained for 4 hours.

8.13.5.4 The temperature shall then be decreased within 1 hour to 49°C, +3°/−0°C (120°F, +5°/−0°F).

8.13.5.5 This cycle shall be repeated twice.

8.13.5.6 After the second cycle, the temperature shall be raised to 60°C, +3°/−0°C (140°F, +5°/−0°F) for 4 hours.

8.13.5.7 The test specimen shall be removed following the conditioning specified in 8.13.5.2, and within 30 seconds the specimens shall be immersed in the water dunk container containing the de‐ionized water for 30 minutes, +5/−0 minutes.

8.13.5.7.1 The test specimens shall be removed from the water dunk container, wiped dry, and placed in the environmental conditioning test chamber that has been stabilized at −20°C, +3°/−0°C (−4°F, +5°/−0°F) and maintained for a minimum of 4 hours.

8.13.5.7.2 Following the 4‐hour conditioning of the test specimen at −20°C (−4°F), the test specimen shall be removed from the environmental conditioning test chamber and within 30 seconds shall be re‐immersed in the water dunk container for 30 minutes, +5/−0 minutes.

8.13.5.8 The test specimens shall be removed from the water dunk container, wiped dry, and placed in the tumble test apparatus. Only one specimen shall be tested in the tumble test apparatus at a time. All specimens shall be unrestrained.

8.13.5.8.1 The tumble test apparatus shall be run at a speed of 15 rpm ± 1 rpm.

8.13.5.8.2 The test shall be run for 30 minutes, +5/−0 minutes.

8.13.5.8.3 Upon completion of the test duration, the specimens shall be immersed in the water dunk container for 30 minutes, +5/−0 minutes.

8.13.5.8.4 The test specimens shall be blown dry with clean compressed air or nitrogen until the lens and viewing windows are free from all moisture. Evaluation of the three specimens shall begin within 5 minutes of completion of drying.

8.13.5.8.5 The specimens shall be evaluated for the basic functions***? as specified in Section 8.1shall be measured as specified in 7.1.2 to determine TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance.post‐test image as specified in Section 8.1, Image Recognition Test, and the post‐test image recognition values in the vertical and horizontal directions shall be recorded.

8.13.5.8.6 One test specimen shall be selected at random, and its electronics compartment shall be opened and checked for water leakage.

8.13.6 Procedure 2.

8.13.6.1 One test specimen shall be selected at random from the remaining specimens submitted for testing to this section.

8.13.6.2 The random specimen shall be re‐immersed in the water dunk container for 5 minutes. The power source compartment(s) shall be open, and the power source shall not be installed.

8.13.6.3 After the 5 minutes, +1/−0 minutes, the random specimen shall be removed from the water dunk container and shall be wiped dry.

8.13.6.4 The power source shall be reinstalled, and the random specimen shall be evaluated for basic functions***? as specified in Section 8.1 shall be measured as specified in 7.1.2 to determine TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance.post‐test image as specified in Section 8.1, Image Recognition Test. The post‐test image recognition SR value shall be recorded.

8.13.6.5 The electronic compartment(s) of the random specimen shall be opened and inspected for water leakage.

8.13.7 Procedure 3.

8.13.7.1 The remaining test specimen shall be submitted for testing in accordance with Procedure 3.

8.13.7.2 The second third random test specimen shall be activated and then immersed in the water dunk container for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, +1/−0 minutes, the specimen shall be removed from the test water container and shall be wiped dry.

8.13.7.3 The second third random test specimen shall be evaluated for basic functions***? as specified in Section 8.1 shall be measured as specified in 7.1.2 to determine TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance.post‐test image as specified in Section 8.1, Image Recognition Test, and the post‐test image recognition SR value shall be recorded.

8.13.7.4 The second third random test specimen shall be deactivated and the power supply compartment(s) and external power supplies shall be opened and inspected for water leakage.

8.13.8 Reports for Procedures 1, 2, and 3.

8.13.8.1 In Procedures 1, 2, and 3, the proper functioning basic functions***? as specified in Section 8.1 shall be measured as specified in 7.1.2 to determine TWO‐WAY, PORTABLE VOICE COMMUNICATIONS DEVICES or fail performance.of image recognition SR value shall be determined as specified in Section 8.1, Image Recognition Test, and shall be calculated, recorded, and reported.

8.13.8.2 In Procedures 1, 2, and 3, any water leakage into any electronic compartment(s) shall be recorded and reported.

8.13.8.3 In Procedure 3, any water leakage into any power supply compartment(s) or external power supply shall be recorded and reported.

8.13.9 Interpretation. Any one specimen failing any test shall constitute failing performance.

Annex A Explanatory Material A.3.3.X Hazard Zone. These activities include but are not limited to fire suppression, hazardous materials mitigation and interior technical rescue.


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