HomeMy Public PortalAbout060-2019 - Fire - American Test Centers... Inspection of Fire Ground LaddersAGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this day of %' 2019, and
referred to as Contract No. 60-2019, by and between the City f Richmond, Indiana, a
municipal corporation acting by and through its Board of Public works and Safety (hereinafter
referred to as the "City") and American Test Center, 2773 Prairie Drive, P.O. Box 408, River
Falls, Wisconsin, 54022 (hereinafter referred to as the "Contractor").
SECTION I. STATEMENT AND SUBJECT OF WORK
City hereby retains Contractor to provide testing and inspection services for Aerial and Fire
Ground Ladders and other related equipment, including, but not limited to platforms, snorkels,
and towers, for the City of Richmond Fire Department, for the 2019 calendar year, which testing
and inspections of all equipment shall be completed in accordance with the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) standards (hereinafter referred to as the "Project").
Requests for Quotes were made March 26, 2019. Responses to said request are on file in the
office of the Richmond Fire Department and Richmond Purchasing Department, and are hereby
incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement. Contractor agrees to abide by the
same.
The response of Contractor dated March 28, 2019, to said request is attached hereto as "Exhibit
A" which response consists of five (5) pages, and is hereby incorporated by reference and made
a part of this Agreement. Contractor agrees to abide by the same.
Should any provisions, terms, or conditions contained in any of the documents attached hereto as
Exhibits, or in any of the documents incorporated by reference herein, conflict with any of the
provisions, terms, or conditions of this Agreement, this Agreement shall be controlling.
Contractor shall furnish all labor, material, equipment, and services necessary for the proper
completion of all work specified.
No performance of services shall commence until the following has been met:
I. The City is in receipt of any required certificates of insurance;
2. The City is in receipt of any required affidavit signed by Contractor in
accordance with Indiana Code 22-5-1.7-11(a)(2); and
3. A purchase order has been issued by the Purchasing Department.
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SECTION II. STATUS OF CONTRACTOR
Contractor shall be deemed to be an independent contractor and is not an employee or agent of
the City of Richmond. The Contractor shall provide, at its own expense, competent supervision
of the work.
Contract No. 60-2019
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SECTION III. COMPENSATION
City shall pay Contractor an amount not to exceed Two Thousand Nine Hundred Five Dollars
and Zero Cents ($2,905.00) for complete and satisfactory performance of this Agreement.
SECTION TLC'. TERM OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement shall become effective ,when signed by all parties and shall continue in effect
until completion of the Project.
Notwithstanding the term of this Agreement, City may terminate this Agreement in whole or in
part, for cause, at any time by giving at least five (5) working days written notice specifying the
effective date and the reasons for termination which shall include but not be limited to the
following:
a. failure, for any reason of the Contractor to fulfill in a timely manner
its obligations under this Agreement;
b. submission of a report, other work product, or advice, whether oral or written, by the
Contractor to the City that is incorrect, incomplete, or does not meet reasonable
professional standards in any material respect;
c. ineffective or improper use of funds provided under this Agreement;
d. suspension or termination of the grant funding to the City under which this Agreement
is made; or
e. unavailability of sufficient funds to make payment on this Agreement.
In the event of such termination, the City shall be required to make payment for all work
performed prior to the date this Agreement is terminated, but shall be relieved of any other
responsibility herein.
This Agreement may also be terminated, in whole or in part, by mutual Agreement of the parties
by setting forth the reasons for such termination, the effective date, and in the case of partial
termination, the portion to be terminated.
SECTION V. INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE
Contractor agrees to obtain insurance and to indemnify the City for any damage or injury to
person or property or any other claims which may arise from the Contractor's conduct or
performance of this Agreement, either intentionally or negligently; provided, however, that
nothing contained in. this Agreement shall be construed as rendering the Contractor liable for acts
of the City, its officers, agents, or employees. Contractor shall as a prerequisite to this
Agreement, purchase and thereafter maintain such insurance as will protect it from the claims set
forth below which may arise out of or result from the Contractor's operations under this
Agreement, whether such operations by the Contractor or by any sub -contractors or by anyone
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directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or by anyone for whose acts the Contractor may
be held responsible.
Coveraee
A. Worker's Compensation &
Disability Requirements
B. Employer's Liability
C. Comprehensive General Liability
Section 1. Bodily Injury
Section 2. Property Damage
D. Comprehensive Auto Liability
S ection 1. Bodily Injury
Section 2. Property Damage
Limits
Statutory
$100,000
$1,000,000 each occurrence
$2,000,000 aggregate
$1,000,000 each occurrence
$1,000,000 each person
$1,000,000 each occurrence
$1.000,000 each occurrence
E. Comprehensive Umbrella Liability $1,000,000 each occurrence
$2,000,000 each aggregate
SECTION VI. COMPLIANCE WITH WORKER'S COMPENSATION LAW
Contractor shall comply with all provisions of the Indiana Worker's Compensation law, and
shall, before commencing work under this Agreement, provide the City a certificate of insurance,
or a certificate from the industrial board showing that the Contractor has complied with Indiana
Code Sections 22-3-2-5, 22-3-5-1 and 22-3-5-2. If Contractor is an out of state employer and
therefore subject to another state's worker's compensation law, Contractor may choose to
comply with all provisions of its home state's worker's compensation law and provide the City
proof of such compliance in lieu of complying with the provisions of the Indiana Worker's
Compensation Law.
SECTION VII. PROHIBITION AGAINST DISCRIMINATION
A. Pursuant to Indiana Code 22-9-1-10, Contractor, any sub -contractor, or any person acting
on behalf of Contractor or any sub -contractor shall not discriminate against any employee
or applicant for employment to be employed in the performance of this Agreement, with
respect to hire, tenure, terms, conditions or privileges of employment or any matter
directly or indirectly related to employment, because of race, religion, color, sex,
disability, national origin, or ancestry.
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B. Pursuant to Indiana Code 5- 16-6-1, the Contractor agrees:
1. That in the hiring of employees -for the performance of work under this
Agreement of any subcontract hereunder, Contractor, any subcontractor, or any
person acting on behalf of Contractor or any sub -contractor, shall not discriminate
by reason of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or ancestry against any
citizen of the State of Indiana who is qualified and available to perform the work
to which the employment relates;
2. That Contractor, any sub -contractor, or any person action on behalf of Contractor
or any sub --contractor shall in no manner discriminate against or intimidate any
employee hired for the performance of work under this Agreement on account of
race, religion, color, sex, national origin or ancestry;
3. That there may be deducted from the amount payable to Contractor by the City
under this Agreement, a penalty of five dollars ($5.00) for each person for each
calendar day during which such person was discriminated against or intimidated
in violation of the provisions of the Agreement; and
4. That this Agreement may be canceled or terminated by the City and all money
due or to become due hereunder may be forfeited, for a second or any subsequent
violation of the terms or conditions of this section of the Agreement.
C. violation of the terms or conditions of this Agreement relating to discrimination or
intimidation shall be considered a material breach of this Agreement.
SECTION VIII. COMPLIANCE WITH 1NDIANA E-VERIFY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Pursuant to Indiana Code 22-5-1.7, Contractor is required to enroll in and verify the work
eligibility status of all newly hired employees of the contractor through the Indiana E-Verify
program. Contractor is not required to verify the work eligibility status of all newly hired
employees of the contractor through the Indiana E-Verify program if the Indiana E-Verify
program no longer exists. Prior to the performance of this Agreement, Contractor shall provide
to the City its signed Affidavit affirming that Contractor does not knowingly employ an -
unauthorized alien in accordance with IC 22-5-1.7-11 (a) (2). In the event Contractor violates IC
22-5-1.7 the Contractor shall be required to remedy the violation not later than thirty (30) days
after the City notifies the Contractor of the violation. If Contractor fails to remedy the violation
within the thirty (30) day period provided above, the City shall consider the Contractor to be in
breach of this Agreement and this Agreement will be terminated. If the City determines that
terminating this Agreement would be detrimental to the public interest or public property, the
City may allow this Agreement to remain in effect until the City procures a new contractor. If
this Agreement is terminated under this section, then pursuant to IC 22-5-1.7-13 (c) the
Contractor will remain liable to the City for actual damages.
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SECTION IX. IRAN INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
Pursuant to Indiana Code (IC) 5-22-16.5, Contractor certifies that Contractor is not engaged in
investment activities in Iran. In the event City determines during the course of this Agreement
that this certification is no longer valid, City shall notify Contractor in writing of said
determination and shall give contractor ninety (90) days within which to respond to the written
notice. Iri the event Contractor fails to demonstrate to the City that the Contractor has ceased
investment activities in Iran within ninety (90) days after the written notice is given to the
Contractor, the City may proceed with any remedies it may have pursuant to IC 5-22-16.5. In
the event the City determines during the course of this Agreement that this certification is no
longer valid and said determination is not refuted by Contractor in the manner set forth in IC 5-
22-16.5, the City reserves the right to consider the Contractor to be in breach of this Agreement
and terminate the agreement upon the expiration of the ninety (90) day period set forth above.
SECTION X. RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Contractor hereby agrees to release and hold harmless the City and all officers, employees, or
agents of the same from all liability for negligence which may arise in the course of Contractor's
performance of its obligations pursuant to this Agreement.
SECTION XI. MISCELLANEOUS
This Agreement is personal to the parties hereto and neither party may assign or delegate any of
its rights or obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of the other party. Any such
delegation or assignment, without the prior written consent of the other party, shall be null and
void. This Agreement shall be controlled by and interpreted according to Indiana law and shall
be binding upon the parties, their successors and assigns. This document constitutes the entire
Agreement between the parties, although it may be altered or amended in whole or in part at any
time by filing with the Agreement a written instrument setting forth such changes signed by both
parties. By executing this Agreement the parties agree that this document supersedes any
previous discussion, negotiation, or conversation relating to the subject matter contained herein.
This Agreement may be simultaneously executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be
an original and all of which shall constitute but one and the same instrument.
The parties hereto submit to jurisdiction of the courts of Wayne County, Indiana, and any suit
arising out of this Contract must be filed in said courts. The parties specifically agree that no
arbitration or mediation shall be required prior to the commencement of legal proceedings in said
Courts. By executing this Agreement, Contractor is estoppel from bringing suit or any other
action in any alternative forum, venue, or in front of any other tribunal, court, or administrative
body other than the Circuit or Superior Courts of Wayne County, Indiana, regardless of any right
Contractor may have to bring such suit in front of other tribunals or in other venues.
Any person executing this Contract in a representative capacity hereby warrants that he/she has
been duly authorized by his or her principal to execute this Contract.
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In the event of any breach of this Agreement by Contractor, and in addition to any other damages
or remedies, Contractor shall be liable for all costs incurred by City in its efforts to enforce this
Agreement, including but not limited to, City's reasonable attorney's fees.
In the event that an ambiguity, question of intent, or a need for interpretation of this Agreement
arises, this Agreement shall be construed as if drafted jointly by the parties, and no presumption
or burden of proof shall arise favoring or disfavoring any party by virtue of the authorship of any
of the provisions of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement at Richmond, Indiana, as of
the day and year first Written above, although signatures may be affixed on different dates.
"CITY"
THE CITY OF RICHMOND,
INDIANA by and through its
Board of Public Works and Safety
Vicki Robinson, President
Richard Foore, Member
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Emily almer, Member
"CONTRACTOR"
AMERICAN TEST CENTER
2773 Prairie Drive, P.O. Box 408
River Falls, WI 54022
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AMERICAN
TEST
CENTER
TEST &INSPECTION NATIONWIDE
Safety Is our Business
Thursday, March 28, 2019
Richmond Fire Department
101 S 5�h St
Richmond, IN 47374
Battalion Chief Tim Brown
SUBJECT: Safety Test/Inspection of Aerial and Fire Ground Ladders 2018
Tim:
American Test Center is pleased to provide your quote for the safety test/inspection of your fire ground
ladders. American Test Center's inspection and tests are performed at your location by a well-equipped
crew of certified SNT-TC-1A Level 11 NDT technicians. Invoicing will be after inspections.
NFPA 5 Year NDT Test/Inspection $970.00 each
(Ladder 1 due in 2020-Tower 1 dueX o)
Annual Test/Inspection $535.00 each j
Ground Ladders test and inspection $ 1.75 per foot )t too'
(Optional Heat Sensor Re lacement-$2.50 each extra
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Starting in 2012 NFPA requires third party testing companies to be accredited for ISO/IEC 17020 to complete.the 5
year NDT testing. American Test Center is please to announce we are ISO/IEC 17020:2012 accredited by A21LA
Certificate #4260.01.
The above cost covers all expenses and there are no further charges for mileage, travel time or fuel surcharge, it
covers the test as specified in the NFPA 1911 chapter 22 and 1932 codes. If you need further information please visit
our website at www.atctest.cvm. Or if you wish to schedule a test, this contract or want to discuss any aspect of
testing, please call me at 1-800-451-9087.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide pricing and information on your testing requirements. we at American Test
Center look forward to being of service to you.
Sincerely,
Brian Klawitter
Regional Sales
American Test Center, P.O. Box 408 River Fails, WI 54022
Phone # 1-800-451-9087, Fax # 1-715-426-6941.
ISO/IEC 17020:2012 accredited by A2LA Certificate #4260.01
(Needed for 5 Year NDT Testing of Fire Apparatus)
www,atctest.comr
sales@atctest.com
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AMERICAN TEST CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT GROUND
LADDERS
TEST and INSPECTION NATIONWIDE
Properly maintained ladders are essential to the safe and economical operation of a fire department. Firefighters rely on the ladders
to perform structurally and mechanically as intended.
WHEN SHOULD GROUND LADDERS BE TESTED?
NFPA1932 contains the following requirements pertaining to frequency of ground ladder testing:
a) At least annually
b) Any time a ladder is suspected of being unsafe
c) After the ladder has been subjected to overloading
d) After the ladder has been subjected to impact loading or unusual conditions of use
e) After heat exposure
f After any deficiencies have been repaired, unless the only repair was replacing the halyard.
g) Before the ladder is placed in service for the first time
An annual inspection and test program uncovers many defects before they become major problems, thus resulting in better safety
precautions and lower maintenance costs.
American Test Center will perform a thorough test and inspection at your site by a well-equipped two -person crew of non-destructive
technicians who are experienced in structural testing. They are supported by a staff of professional engineers, Levu III technicians
and equipment specialists.
American Test Center performs the following tests and inspections:
I. STRUCTURAL
A. Visual Inspection: A complete visual inspection of:
1. Base Section --side rail condition, rail alignment, rung condition, rung to rail attachment, butt spurs/foot pads, ladder stops, stay
poles, toggles, raid guides/lubrication.
2. Second Section --side rail condition, rail alignment, rung condition, rung to rail attachment, ladder stops, pawl operation and
lubrication, rail guides/lubrication.
3. Third Section --side rail condition, rail alignment rung condition, rung to rail attachment, ladder stops, pawl operation and
lubrication, rail guidesllubrication.
4. Fly Section: side rail condition, rail alignment, rung condition, rung to rail attachment, ladder stops, pawl operation and
lubrication, rail guides/lubrication.
5. Halyard Condition --rope size and condition, anchors, thimbles, clamps, pulleys, and adjustment.
5. Roof Hooks ---hook size, hook condition, operation and sharpness, hook housing and adjustment
7. General --heat sensor labels, NFPA 1931 certification, electrical hazard sticker, serial number identification, and ladder length
marking within 12 inches of butt.
B. Hardness Testing: (Metal ground ladders) Heat affected (annealed) areas on aluminum ladders are not visible to the naked
eye, thus it is necessary to perform a hardness test, or conductivity test, and a load test to determine its strength. The
hardness service test is performed along the top and bottom of both beams.
C. Liquid Penetrant Testing: This test method is used on ground ladders made of aluminum material to verify discontinuities
determined by visual inspection.
II. LOAD TESTS
A. Horizontal Bending Test: (For all ladders except pompier ladders)
The following test procedures are performed:
The ladder shall be placed in a flat, horizontal position supported under the first rung from each end of the ladder. Extension and
combination ladders shall be extended to their maximum extended length with pawls engaged for this test.
1. Procedure for Metal and Fiber lass Ladders
Step 1. The ladder shall be loaded with a preload. The load shall be allowed to remain for at least one minute to "set" the ladder
prior to completing the rest of the test.
Step 2. After removing the preload, the distance between the bottom edge of each side rail and the surface upon which the ladder
supports are placed shall be measured. All measurements shall be taken at a consistent location and near as practical to the center
of the ladder.
Step 3. The ladder test load shall be applied equally to the center span over a specified distance from the center. The test load
shall remain in place for five minutes.
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Step 4.' The test load shall then be removed and the distance between the bottom of each side rail and surface upon which the
ladder supports are placed shall be measured. Differences between measurements taken in Step 2 and Step 4 shall not exceed
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specifications. There shall be no visible permanent change or failure of any hardware.
2. Pr=
e-dure for Wood Qround L@dders
The ladder shall be loaded with a test load applied equally to a center span covering the specified distance each side of the center.
The test load shall remain in place for five minutes and then removed. To pass the test, the ladder and all components shall not
show ultimate failure. Any ladder that fails the test shall be removed from fire service use and destroyed.
B. Ladder Hardware Test (Extension ladders only)
The ladder shall be extended approximately five rungs to apply a specially designed test fixture at each end of the ladder. The
ladder locks must be in the set or locked position. The test load shall be applied for a minimum of one minute. Ladders shall
sustain this test with no permanent deformation or other visible weakening of the structure.
C. Roof Ladder Hook Test (Ladders with roof hooks)
Apply the test load for a period of one minute to the roof hooks. The ladder and hooks shall sustain this test load with no permanent
deformation or other visible weakening of the structure. Deformation to the hooks shall not exceed specifications. Note: Roof
hooks should measure 314 inch diameter or 318 inch should be made of alloy steel.
III. REPORTS
Test results for each ladder are listed on American Test Center's test report forms. After the test, American Test Center technicians
review the findings with the fire department representative and a signed and dated copy of each report is left with the fire department
representative. Two copies are reviewed and signed by American Test Center's professional engineers and one report is mailed to
the fire department and American Test Center retains a copy of each report on file for 3 years.
IV. SCHEDULING
American Test Center schedules tests with each fire department to best meet their individual requirements throughout the year.
American Test Center has crews located throughout the United States to perform the tests at the fire department location. American
Test Center encourages your department to have a representative present during the tests to observe and ask questions. American
-Test Center is flexible and will modify our standard testing procedures to meet your particular needs.
If you have any questions or if you would like a quotation, please call or write our corporate headquarters:
American Test Center, PO Box 408, 2773 Prairie Drive, River Falls, Wl 54022
Phone # 1-800-451-9087 Fax # 1-715-426-6941
Internet. Nome page www. atctest. com ' Email. sales(&_atctes# cam
NOTE: American Test Center specifications for tests and inspections of ground ladders meet or exceed NFPA 1932 as specified by
NFPA1901.
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AMERICAN TEST CENTER
DEVICES
TEST and INSPECTION NATIONWIDE
1.STRUCTURAL INSPECTION -
FIRE DEPARTMENT AERIAL
AERIAL LADDERS, PLATFORMS
SNORKELS AND TOWERS
A. Visual Inspection; A complete inspection of;
1.Outriggers; Pads, structure, welds, bolts, hoses, fittings, cylinders, check valves, pins and retainers.
2. Chassis; Truck frame, aerial sub-frame/mounting, suspension, PTO, brake hoses, hydraulic components, electrical
components, brake lock assembly, steering components, exhaust system and cooling system.
3. Pedestal; Mounting bolts/welds, pedestal structure, attachment welds/pins, hydraulic swivel joint, hydraulic
components, swing drive gear box/mounting bolts, backlash between swing pinionlbullgear and electric collector
ring/brushes.
4. Rotation Bearing; Upper/lower bearing attachment weld/bolts and vertical movement of bearing. Proper torque on
accessible bearing bolts.
5. Turntable; Turntable structure, hydraulic components, lower control operation, extension winch/motor mounting,
spotlights and intercom.
6. Lower Boom; Boom structure, welds, lower boom lift cylinders/attachment, hydraulic components/lines, leveling
cables/rods, upper/extend cylinder/attachment, boom rest supports, tie down straps, boom extension roller assembly
and wear pads.
7. Elbow Area; Elbow structure, hydraulic hoses and leveling cables.
8. Upper Boom Extension; Boom structure, welds, leveling cables/rods, wear pads and hydraulic lines/components.
9. Platform; Mounting bracketibolts, leveling system, platform exterior condition, platform control operation and
hydraulic lines/components.
10. Ladder and Extension Sections; Base, Second, Third, Fourth and Fly; Inspect rails, rungs, lacing, hand rails for,
structural welds, dents and gouges, extension roller assemblies, wear pads/babbitt slides, cables/chains, bed lock
lubrication. Extension lock operation, pawls, springs and lubrication. Cylinder shut -oft safety valve operation and
leakage. Pin joint condition.
11. Fifth Wheel; Pivot pins, mounting bolts and lower mounting housing.
12. Tiller; Steering gearboxlattachment, steering elements, signal to cab and suspension components.
13. Waterway; Waterway components, attaching brackets, see optional pressure test.
14. General; Load rating chart, electrical hazard placards and upper/lower control placards.
The visual inspection includes removal of inspection cover plates as necessary to do a thorough fob.
A 5 gear test includes al! NDT testy"ng as required by NFPA 1911
B. Magnetic Particle Inspection: All critical welds, plates and castings of items listed in Part A during the
visual inspection. Magnetic particle is used to identify surface cracks.
C. Dye Penetrant Inspection: All critical welds, plates and castings made of non-ferrous material and any
area requiring verification in Part B. Dye penetrant is used to identify surface cracks on ferrous material.
D. Ultrasonic Inspection: All accessible pins including outriggers, pedestal, boom and platform. Ultrasonics
is a test method used to detect flaws in pins. The pins being tested must be accessible, have flat end
surfaces and not have grease fittings. Use of ultrasonics limits the number of pins which might otherwise
have to be removed for inspection.
E. Hardness Tests: Non-ferrous aerial device beams checked for strength and heat exposure.
ll. FUNCTIONAL and OPERATIONAL TEST
A. Functional Test: A functional and operational test is performed to check the operation of controls, bearings, pin
bushings, cylinders, holding valves, ladder extension cables, platform leveling mechanisms, outriggers, waterways,
etc. This test also finds worn swing bearings/gear boxes, wom pinibushings and loose bolts critical to the operation
of the aerial.
B. Operational Test on Aerial Ladders: A complete cycle of aerial ladder operation will be carried out. The ladder
will also be fully elevated out of the bed, rotated 90 degrees and extended to full specified height. The tests will also
demonstrate successful operation of all ladder controls.
C. Drift Test: Place the aerial device at full elevation, marking the cylinder piston on the second section in relation to
the base section and allow the ladder to stand for one hour with engine off. Results shall not exceed the
manufacturer's specifications for allowable cylinder drift.
D. Operational Test on .Elevating Platforms: The operation of the elevating platform -shall include movement of the
platform from ground to maximum elevation and extension as well as rotating platform 360 degrees to the left and to
the right while the unit is at its maximum horizontal reach. Booms and telescoping elevating platforms will operate
without any improper or unusual �o n o on r station, the elevating platform will also be
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raised out of the bed, extended to full -specified height, and rotated through a 90-degree arc. Both tests will
demonstrate successful operation of platform controls.
Ill. LOAD TESTS
Load tests are performed on each aerial ladder and platform. The aerials are operated to determine they operate
smoothly and without any undue vibration. Horizontal and maximum elevation tests are performed on aerial ladders
using the manufacturers recommended rating at permissible operating ranges. Full operating range tests are
performed on aerial platforms with the manufacturers specified rating to determine stability and acceptable operation
under load.
IV. PRESSURE TEST
The water system will be pressure tested by filling the system to the manufacturers rated working pressure
and check for leaks including the turntable swivel. If equipped with a flow meter and/or water pressure
gauge, each should be checked for accuracy. If equipped with a relief valve, it will be verified that it is
operational at the manufacturers recommended pressure setting. Department must supply operator for
these tests.
V. OIL SPECTROANALYSIS_
Chemical analysis of oil in engines, transmissions and hydraulic systems is also available. Determines type
and amount of contamination, important for proper maintenance of equipment.
Vl. REPORT_ and_CERTIFICATioN_
Test defects are listed on American Test Center test report forms and described in detail on a comment sheet.
Defects are classified for degree of severity. After the test, American Test Center personnel will review the report with
the department representative. A signed, dated copy of the test report listing the defects discussed is left with the
department. Two copies are reviewed and signed by American Test Center's professional engineers. One signed
report is then mailed to the designated department representative. American Test Center retains a copy of the test
report on file. Certificates are provided for aerials that pass the test. Units that need rework require verification or
retest of completed work.
VI1. LOCATION and SCHEDULING
American Test Center schedules tests with each fire department to best meet their individual requirements throughout
the year. American Test Center has crews located throughout the United States and performs the test at you station
or garage. American Test Center encourages your department to have all the appropriate people available after the
test to review the test results and to ask questions. American Test Center requests that equipment be properly
cleaned prior to testing to assure a thorough test.
American Test Center is flexible and will work with you to meet special needs.
If you have any questions, or if you would like a quotation, please call or write our corporate headquarters:
American Test Center, P.O. Box 408 River Falls, /rill 54022
Phone # 1-800-451-9087, Fax # 1-715-426-6941.
www.atctest com sales0atcfest com
Note: American Test Center specifications for test and inspection for aerial ladders, elevating platforms, and water towers meets or
exceeds NFPA 1911 chapter 22 v2017.
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