NFPA 1914 Standard for Testing Fire Department Aerial Devices

1.1 Scope. This standard shall apply to the inspection and testing of all fire apparatus, regardless of year of manufacture,that are equipped with an aerial ladder, an elevating platform,or a water tower.

1.2 Purpose. Because aerial devices could become damaged and overstressed, the purpose of this standard shall be to
specify the minimum inspection and testing requirements for aerial devices in an effort to ensure at least a minimum degreeof safety under continued use.

1.3 Equivalency. Nothing in this standard is intended to prevent the use of systems, methods, or devices of equivalent or
superior quality, strength, fire resistance, effectiveness, durability, and safety over those prescribed by this standard. Technical documentation shall be submitted to the authority having jurisdiction to demonstrate equivalency. The system,
method, or device shall be approved for the intended purpose by the authority having jurisdiction.