WK75865 - New Test Method for Response of a deck assembly to an under-deck flame impingement exposure

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ASTM WK75865

New Test Method for Response of a deck assembly to an under-deck flame impingement exposure

1. Scope

Evaluate the response of a deck assembly subjected to an under-deck flame impingement exposure. Deck assembly will be placed in a wind field.

Keywords

wildfire, deck, deck boards, wood, plastic composite, flames

Rationale

Recent research has demonstrated limitations in the currently approved test method. The proposed test method will address these limitations by increasing deck size, wind speed, and evaluating joist and deck boards used in the deck assembly.

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: E05.14

Committee: E05

Staff Manager: Kevin Shanahan

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 02-10-2021

Technical Contact: Evan Sluder

Item: 001

Ballot: E05.14 (22-01)

Status: Will Reballot Item

Item: 001

Ballot: E05.14 (24-01)

Status: Will Reballot Item

New Test Method for Response of a deck assembly to an under-deck flame impingement exposure

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New Test Method for Response of a deck assembly to an under-deck flame impingement exposure

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