Standards Development

Scope

This document specifies the minimum common safety and performance requirements of hand-held branchpipes used by fire and rescue service equipment. This document defines:

— test methods;

— classification and designation;

— instructions for use and maintenance;

— marking.

NOTE The additional specific requirements applicable to hand-held branchpipes are defined in EN 15182-21 (combination branchpipes PN 16), EN 15182-32 (Smooth bore and/or one fixed spray jet angle branchpipes PN 16) and EN 15182-43(High pressure branchpipes PN 40).

This document is not applicable to:

— branchpipes covered by the EN 671 series;

— foam branchpipes covered by EN 16712-3;

— CAFS branchpipes;

— powder branchpipes;

— branchpipes with a maximum working pressure above 40 bar.