NFPA 269-2017 PDF Download

NFPA 269-2017 provides a standardized method for assessing the lethal toxic potency of combustion products released from materials or products when exposed to radiant flux. The purpose of this test method is to generate toxic potency data that can be used in fire hazard analysis, as well as in product research and development.

The standard includes information on the test method itself, the required apparatus, potential hazards, equipment calibration, calculation and analysis procedures, and considerations for precision and bias. This edition of NFPA 269 clarifies the use of animal check tests in the reporting section and revises the power supply for the spark ignition figure in Chapter 5. Additionally, it includes updated references throughout the document.

NFPA 269-2017 is crucial for testing laboratories and manufacturers involved in assessing the toxic hazards of materials and products. It contains essential guidelines and procedures for generating data that can be utilized in toxic hazard modeling.