CORE 01
NFPA 701 — TM1
Flame propagation of fabrics and other materials with areal density ≤700 g/m², including curtains, draperies, table linens and similar textiles (subject to NFPA 701 exclusions)
Fire Squad conducts internal development and burn-screening work, and coordinates recognized third-party accredited laboratory testing where required by the project. We help determine which test governs before developing the chemistry and application strategy.
Important Notice
Fire Squad is not an accredited testing laboratory. We provide technical development, screening, and coordination with accredited third-party bodies for formal certification.
Substrate & Specification Review
- ▪Substrate Evaluation
- ▪Specification Review
- ▪Compliance Strategy Support
- ▪AHJ / Fire Marshal Coordination
Development & Screening
- ▪Fire Performance Screening
- ▪Application Development
- ▪Prototype Development
- ▪Test-Sample Preparation
- ▪Failure Analysis
Testing Coordination
- ▪Third-Party Laboratory Coordination
- ▪Test Standard Strategy
- ▪Component-Level Fire Testing Support
- ▪Scale-up Support
Field Quality Control
- ▪Quality Control Procedures
- ▪Field Documentation
- ▪Wet-Film / Dry-Film Measurement
- ▪Material Traceability
Testing without the guesswork
Fire Testing Standards
From textiles and furnishings to polymers, architectural finishes, structural steel and specialized industrial systems, Fire Squad supports development and third-party testing coordination across ASTM, NFPA, UL, ISO, EN, FAA/FAR, IMO, CAN/ULC and other project-specific standards.
Most frequently encountered
Fire Squad Core Standards
Highlighted first for faster project review. The correct method still depends on the installed material and governing requirement.
CORE 02
NFPA 701 — TM2
Flame propagation of fabrics, films and other materials not within Test Method 1, including vinyl-coated fabrics, blackout linings, banners, tents and awnings
CORE 03
ASTM E84
Surface flame spread and smoke development of building materials
CORE 04
UL 723
Surface-burning characteristics of building materials
CORE 05
NFPA 286
Room-corner fire growth of wall and ceiling finishes
CORE 06
ASTM D6413/D6413M
Vertical flame resistance of textiles
CORE 07
California TB 117-2013
Smolder resistance of upholstered-furniture cover fabrics, barrier materials and resilient filling materials
CORE 08
NFPA 260
Cigarette ignition resistance of upholstery components
CORE 09
NFPA 261
Cigarette ignition of furniture mock-up assemblies
CORE 10
ASTM E648
Critical radiant flux of flooring systems
CORE 11
NFPA 253
Critical radiant flux of floor coverings
CORE 12
ASTM D2859
Methenamine-pill ignition of textile floor coverings
CORE 13
16 CFR Part 1630
Federal flammability requirements for carpets and rugs
CORE 14
16 CFR Part 1631
Federal flammability requirements for small carpets and rugs
CORE 15
ASTM E119
Fire resistance of building assemblies and structural elements
CORE 16
UL 263
Fire-resistance testing of building construction
CORE 17
NFPA 285
Exterior-wall and façade fire propagation
CORE 18
ASTM E108
Exterior fire performance of roof coverings
CORE 19
UL 790
Fire tests of roof coverings
CORE 20
ASTM E136
Noncombustibility of building materials
CORE 21
ASTM E1354
Cone calorimeter heat release, ignition and smoke
CORE 22
ASTM E662
Specific optical density of smoke
CORE 23
ASTM E1537
Full-scale fire testing of upholstered furniture
CORE 24
ASTM E1822
Fire testing of stacked chairs
CORE 25
16 CFR Part 1632
Mattress and mattress-pad smolder resistance
CORE 26
16 CFR Part 1633
Open-flame testing of mattress sets
Expanded reference
Standards by Application
Open a category to explore additional standards that may appear in project specifications, product development programs and international work.
Will it ignite or keep flaming?
NFPA 701 · D6413 · UL 94
How quickly will flame travel?
ASTM E84 · E162 · ISO 5658-2
How much heat will it release?
NFPA 286 · E1354 · ISO 5660
How much smoke may it generate?
ASTM E662 · ISO 5659 · IMO FTP
Will the assembly survive exposure?
ASTM E119 · UL 263 · ISO 834
Standards are not interchangeable. Applicability depends on the material, substrate, assembly, mounting method, jurisdiction and project specification. Fire Squad is not an accredited laboratory or regulatory authority and does not guarantee certification or approval; formal testing is coordinated with qualified third-party laboratories where required.
Which standard governs your project?
Start with the code, specification, substrate and installed configuration. We’ll help map the next steps for development and testing coordination.
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