NFPA 701: Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films, 2010 Edition

Evaluate the extent of flame propagation with the criteria in the 2010 NFPA 701.

Use the criteria contained in the 2010 NFPA 701: Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films to evaluate the extent of flame propagation of various textiles and films under specified fire test conditions. This up-to-date document is essential for testing laboratories and fabric/textile product manufacturers and outlines several test methods that apply to textile materials used extensively in interior furnishing for public occupancy buildings.

These materials include:

• Curtains
  
• Window shades
  
• Draperies
• Table linens
  
• Textile wall hangings
  
• Fabrics used in the assembly of awnings, tents, tarps and other similar architectural fabric structures and banners.

The document also provides specific information on the types of test apparatus, calibration of equipment, geometry and conditioning of specimens, and testing and cleaning procedures. 18 pp.