ASTM_F_2542_-_05_2012.pdf

Designation:F254205(Reapproved 2012)Standard Test Methods forPhysical Assault on Ventilation Grilles for Detention andCorrectional Facilities1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2542;the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or,in the case of revision,the year of last revision.A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.Asuperscript epsilon()indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1.Scope1.1 These test methods cover requirements for simulatedservice tests and testing equipment for determining the perfor-mance characteristics of ventilation grilles used in secure areas,including detention and correctional facilities.The testingequipment provides for the setup and testing of specimengrilles and mounting systems.It is recognized that,in order tomeet the intent of these test methods,ventilation grilles mustbe compatible with the level of performance require by TestMethods F2322.1.2 It is the intent of these test methods to ensure thatsecurity ventilation grilles meet minimum performance levelsto control the passage of unauthorized materials into secureareas,to confine inmates,to resist vandalism,and to delay orfrustrate escape,or both.It is also the responsibility of the userof these test methods to insure that the grille selected isappropriate,based on relevant regulatory,health,and safetyconcerns and requirements.Such concerns include,but are notlimited to,injury and suicide avoidance.These test methods donot quantify such concerns.1.3 Take care to provide access to return and exhaust ductsfor cleaning as required by NFPA 90A.If access cannot beprovided though an interstitial space behind walls or ceiling,the use of filter grilles needs to be considered as an option.When filter grilles are provided,filters shall have a minimumUL-900 class 2 rating,and a filter replacement program needsto be in place at the facility.1.4 Airflow performance shall be catalogued in accordancewith ASHRAE 7091.Manufacturers catalog data must in-clude grade level achieved.1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regardedas standard.The values given in parentheses are mathematicalconversions to SI units that are provided for information onlyand are not considered standard.1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns,if any,associated with its use.It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2.Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F2322 Test Methods for Physical Assault on Vertical FixedBarriers for Detention and Correctional Facilities2.2 NFPA Standard:3NFPA 90A Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioningand Ventilating Systems2.3 UL Standard:4UL-900 Standard for Air Filter Units2.4 ASHRAE Standard:5ASHRAE 7091 Method of Testing for Rating the Perfor-mance of Air Outlets and Inlets3.Terminology3.1 Definitions:3.1.1 barsmethod of reinforcement or prevention ofegress installed in the sleeve.Bars may be of a material,size,shape,and spacing as selected by the manufacturer to providethe desired test results and meet applicable federal,state,andlocal jail and prison standards.3.1.2 diffuserceiling-mounted device designed to providedeflection of air flow.3.1.3 filter grillegrille incorporating a replaceable filter inthe grille sleeve or body.1These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F33 onDetention and Correctional Facilities and are the direct responsibility of Subcom-mittee F33.04 on Detention Hardware.Current edition approved June 1,2012.Published August 2012.Originallyapproved in 2005.Last previous edition approved in 2005 as F2542 05.DOI:10.1520/F2542-05R12.2For referenced ASTM standards,visit the ASTM website,www.astm.org,orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org.For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information,refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.3Available from National Fire Protection Association(NFPA),1 BatterymarchPark,Quincy,MA 02269-9101.4Available from Underwriters Laboratories(UL),Corporate Progress,333Pfingsten Rd.,Northbrook,IL 60062.5Available from American Society of Heating,Refrigerating,and Air-Conditioning Engineers,Inc.(ASHRAE),1791 Tullie Circle,NE,Atlanta,GA30329.Copyright ASTM International,100 Barr Harbor Drive,PO Box C700,West Conshohocken,PA 19428-2959.United States1 3.1.4 forcible egressopening created in the specimenwhich allows a 5 in.8 in.8 in.(127 mm 203 mm 203mm)rigid rectangular box to be passed through with force notexceeding 10 lbf(44.5 N).3.1.5 grille,security grille,or ventilation grilledeviceinstalled to allow passage of air while protecting ventilationopenings.3.1.6 grille faceportion of grille exposed to the occupiedspace.3.1.7 manufacturerparty responsible for the construction,fabrication,or supply of the test specimens used to conduct thetests.3.1.8 mo