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NFPA 1901: Automotive Fire Apparatus, 2003
- Chapter 1 Administration [Go to Page]
- 1.1 Scope
- 1.2 Purpose
- 1.3 Application
- 1.4 Retroactivity
- 1.5 Equivalency
- 1.6 Units and Formulas
- Chapter 2 Referenced Publications [Go to Page]
- 2.1 General
- 2.2 NFPA Publications
- 2.3 Other Publications
- Chapter 3 Definitions [Go to Page]
- 3.1 General
- 3.2 NFPA Official Definitions
- 3.3 General Definitions
- Chapter 4 General Requirements [Go to Page]
- 4.1 General
- 4.2 Requirements by Apparatus Type
- 4.3 Responsibility of Purchaser
- 4.4 Responsibility of Contractor
- 4.5 Fire Apparatus Components
- 4.6 Legal Requirements
- 4.7 Third-Party Certification of Test Results
- 4.8 Manufacturer Certification of Test Results
- 4.9 Personnel Protection
- 4.10 Controls and Instructions
- 4.11 Component Protection
- 4.12 Vehicle Stability
- 4.13 Apparatus Performance
- 4.14 Roadability
- 4.15 Serviceability
- 4.16 Road Tests
- 4.17 Tests on Delivery
- 4.18 Documentation
- 4.19 Data Required of the Contractor
- Chapter 5 Pumper Fire Apparatus [Go to Page]
- 5.1 General
- 5.2 Fire Pump
- 5.3 Aerial Device
- 5.4 Water Tank
- 5.5 Equipment Storage
- 5.6 Hose Storage
- 5.7 Equipment Supplied by the Contractor
- 5.8 Minor Equipment
- Chapter 6 Initial Attack Fire Apparatus [Go to Page]
- 6.1 General
- 6.2 Fire Pump
- 6.3 Water Tank
- 6.4 Equipment Storage
- 6.5 Hose Storage
- 6.6 Equipment Supplied by the Contractor
- 6.7 Minor Equipment
- Chapter 7 Mobile Water Supply Fire Apparatus [Go to Page]
- 7.1 General
- 7.2 Pump
- 7.3 Water Tank
- 7.4 Equipment Storage
- 7.5 Hose Storage
- 7.6 Suction Hose
- 7.7 Minor Equipment
- Chapter 8 Aerial Fire Apparatus [Go to Page]
- 8.1 General
- 8.2 Aerial Device
- 8.3 Fire Pump
- 8.4 Water Tank
- 8.5 Equipment Storage
- 8.6 Hose Storage
- 8.7 Ground Ladders
- 8.8 Minor Equipment
- Chapter 9 Quint Fire Apparatus [Go to Page]
- 9.1 General
- 9.2 Fire Pump
- 9.3 Aerial Device
- 9.4 Water Tank
- 9.5 Equipment Storage
- 9.6 Hose Storage
- 9.7 Equipment Supplied by the Contractor
- 9.8 Minor Equipment
- Chapter 10 Special Service Fire Apparatus [Go to Page]
- 10.1 General
- 10.2 Pump
- 10.3 Equipment Storage
- 10.4 Equipment Supplied by the Contractor
- 10.5 Minor Equipment
- Chapter 11 Mobile Foam Fire Apparatus [Go to Page]
- 11.1 General
- 11.2 Fire Pump
- 11.3 Aerial Device
- 11.4 Foam Proportioning System
- 11.5 Foam Tank
- 11.6 Equipment Storage
- 11.7 Hose Storage
- 11.8 Equipment Supplied by the Contractor
- 11.9 Minor Equipment
- Chapter 12 Chassis and Vehicle Components [Go to Page]
- 12.1 Carrying Capacity
- 12.2 Engine and Engine System Design
- 12.3 Vehicle Components
- Chapter 13 Low Voltage Electrical Systems and Warning Devices [Go to Page]
- 13.1 General
- 13.2 Wiring
- 13.3 Power Supply
- 13.4 Batteries
- 13.5 Starting Device
- 13.6 Temperature Exposure
- 13.7 Electromagnetic Interference
- 13.8 Optical Warning Devices
- 13.9 Audible Warning Devices
- 13.10 Work Lighting
- 13.11 Hazard Light
- 13.12 Backup Alarm
- 13.13 Stop, Tail, and Directional Lights
- 13.14 Electrical System Performance Tests
- 13.15 Documentation
- Chapter 14 Driving and Crew Areas [Go to Page]
- 14.1 General
- 14.2 Cab Tilt Systems
- 14.3 Driving Compartment
- 14.4 Tractor-Drawn Vehicles
- Chapter 15 Body, Compartments, and Equipment Mounting [Go to Page]
- 15.1 Compartmentation
- 15.2 Radio Space
- 15.3 Equipment Containment
- 15.4 Powered Equipment Racks
- 15.5 SCBA Storage
- 15.6 Pump and Plumbing Access
- 15.7 Stepping, Standing, and Walking Surfaces
- 15.8 Access Handrails
- 15.9 Metal Finish
- 15.10 Hose Storage
- 15.11 Receivers and Anchors for Rope and Removable Winches
- 15.12 Slip-on Fire-Fighting Module
- Chapter 16 Fire Pumps and Associated Equipment [Go to Page]
- 16.1 Application
- 16.2 Design and Performance Requirements
- 16.3 Pumping Engine Requirements
- 16.4 Power Train Capability
- 16.5 Construction Requirements
- 16.6 Pump Intake Connections
- 16.7 Pump Discharge Outlets
- 16.8 Pump Drains
- 16.9 Pump Operator's Panel
- 16.10 Pump Controls
- 16.11 Pump Engine Controls
- 16.12 Instrumentation
- 16.13 Required Testing
- Chapter 17 Auxiliary Pumps and Associated Equipment [Go to Page]
- 17.1 Application
- 17.2 Pump Performance
- 17.3 Power Train Capability
- 17.4 Construction Requirements
- 17.5 Pump Intake Connections
- 17.6 Pump Discharge Connections
- 17.7 Pump Operator's Panel
- 17.8 Pump Controls
- 17.9 Pump Drive Systems
- 17.10 Engine Controls
- 17.11 Gauges and Instruments
- 17.12 Testing
- Chapter 18 Industrial Supply Pumps and Associated Equipment [Go to Page]
- 18.1 Application
- 18.2 Design and Performance Requirements
- 18.3 Pumping Engine Requirements
- 18.4 Power Train Capability
- 18.5 Construction Requirements
- 18.6 Pump Intake Connections
- 18.7 Pump Discharge Outlets
- 18.8 Pump Drains
- 18.9 Pump Operator's Panel
- 18.10 Pump Controls
- 18.11 Pump Engine Controls
- 18.12 Instrumentation
- 18.13 Required Testing
- Chapter 19 Water Tanks [Go to Page]
- 19.1 Application
- 19.2 Tank Construction
- 19.3 Tank-to-Pump Intake Line
- 19.4 Filling and Venting
- 19.5 Mobile Water Supply Apparatus
- 19.6 Water Tank Capacity Certification
- Chapter 20 Aerial Devices [Go to Page]
- 20.1 General Requirements
- 20.2 Aerial Ladder Requirements
- 20.3 Aerial Ladder Rated Capacity
- 20.4 Aerial Ladder Operating Position
- 20.5 Aerial Ladder Operating Mechanisms
- 20.6 Aerial Ladder Water Delivery System
- 20.7 Elevating Platform Requirements
- 20.8 Elevating Platform Rated Capacity
- 20.9 Elevating Platform Operating Positions
- 20.10 Elevating Platform Operating Mechanisms
- 20.11 Ladders on the Elevating Platform
- 20.12 Elevating Platform Water Delivery System
- 20.13 Water Tower Requirements
- 20.14 Water Tower Rated Capacity
- 20.15 Water Tower Operating Mechanisms
- 20.16 Water Tower Water Delivery System
- 20.17 Control Devices
- 20.18 Safety
- 20.19 Hydraulic System
- 20.20 Structure
- 20.21 Stabilization
- 20.22 Quality Control
- 20.23 Instruction Plates and Signs
- 20.24 Certification Tests
- 20.25 Manufacturer's Predelivery Test
- Chapter 21 Foam Proportioning Systems [Go to Page]
- 21.1 Application
- 21.2 Requirements by Type of Foam Proportioning System
- 21.3 Design and Performance Requirements of a Foam System
- 21.4 Controls for Foam Systems
- 21.5 Foam System Pressure-Indicating Devices, Flowmeters, and Indicators
- 21.6 Atmospheric Foam Concentrate Tank
- 21.7 Foam Concentrate Pump
- 21.8 Pressure Vessel Foam Concentrate or Foam Solution Tanks
- 21.9 Labels, Plates, and Instructions
- 21.10 Foam Proportioning System Accuracy
- 21.11 Certification and Documentation
- Chapter 22 Compressed Air Foam Systems [Go to Page]
- 22.1 Application
- 22.2 General Requirements
- 22.3 Compressed Air Source
- 22.4 Air Mixing
- 22.5 Compressed Air System Piping
- 22.6 Air Source Controls
- 22.7 Foam System Pressure-Indicating Devices, Flowmeters, and Indicators
- 22.8 Labels, Plates, and Instruction Plates
- 22.9 Manufacturer's Predelivery Tests
- Chapter 23 Line Voltage Electrical Systems [Go to Page]
- 23.1 Application
- 23.2 General Requirements
- 23.3 Grounding and Bonding
- 23.4 Power Source General Requirements
- 23.5 Chassis Engine–Driven Generators
- 23.6 Additional Power Source Requirements
- 23.7 Portable Generator Installations
- 23.8 Line Voltage Supplied from an External Source
- 23.9 Power Supply Assembly
- 23.10 Overcurrent Protection
- 23.11 Wiring Methods
- 23.12 Wiring System Components
- 23.13 Cord Reels
- 23.14 Scene Lighting Systems
- 23.15 Power-Operated Light Mast
- 23.16 Electrical System Testing
- Chapter 24 Command and Communications [Go to Page]
- 24.1 General
- 24.2 Location
- 24.3 Climate Control
- 24.4 Noise Levels
- 24.5 Lighting Levels
- 24.6 Command Working Surfaces and Countertop
- 24.7 Seating in Command Center
- 24.8 Cabinets and Equipment Storage
- 24.9 Wall, Ceiling, and Floor Surfaces
- 24.10 Communications and Electrical Consoles
- 24.11 Computer Equipment and Installation
- 24.12 Video Equipment and Installation
- Chapter 25 Air Systems [Go to Page]
- 25.1 Application
- 25.2 Provisions Applying to All Air Systems
- 25.3 Breathing Air Compressor
- 25.4 Purification System
- 25.5 Air Storage Systems
- 25.6 Air Booster Systems
- 25.7 Air Supply Regulation
- 25.8 Air Control Panel
- 25.9 SCBA Fill Station
- 25.10 Air Hose Reels
- 25.11 Air Hose
- 25.12 Low Pressure Utility-Air Supply
- 25.13 Remote Breathing-Air Systems
- 25.14 Testing
- 25.15 Initial Delivery
- Chapter 26 Winches [Go to Page]
- 26.1 General
- 26.2 Winch Wire or Synthetic Rope
- 26.3 Electric Powered Winches
- 26.4 Hydraulically Driven Winches
- Annex A Explanatory Material
- Annex B Specifying and Procuring Fire Apparatus
- Annex C Weights and Dimensions for Common Equipment
- Annex D Guidelines for First Line and Reserve Apparatus
- Annex E History of NFPA 1901
- Annex F Informational References
- Index
- Formal Interpretations
- Tentative Interim Amendment [Go to Page]