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NFPA 1901 UL Certification & UL Canada (ULC) Certification

NFPA: Pierce was the first fire apparatus manufacturer to be 3rd-party certified to the NFPA 1901 2003 edition by Underwriters Laboratories (UL)

  • All products go through 3rd-party testing for compliance certification (not just self-declaration)
  • Pierce completed a 3rd-party audit and certification for design, production, and operational/ performance testing for each apparatus
  • ULC: Pierce was the first fire apparatus manufacturer ULC listed to Canada ULC-S515-04 standard
  • ULC: All products destined for Canada must go through 3rd-party testing for compliance certification
  • ULC: NFPA 1901 self declaration 3rd-party audit and certification for design, production, and operational/performance testing of each apparatus
  • Stages of testing include road, pump, weight, brake, performance and aerial application
  • All products must pass all tests before a truck is released
  • Continued commitment to innovation and safety from every angle

Apparatus has higher:

  • Design characteristics and components
  • Safety features
  • Regulated and qualified (proven) components
  • Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada

Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada

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