Interpretation ID: nht92-7.43

DATE: April 13, 1992

FROM: L.J. Sharman

TO: NHTSA

TITLE: None

ATTACHMT: Attached to letter dated 8/12/92 from Paul J. Rice to L.J. Sharman (Redbook (2); VSA 108(b)(2))

TEXT:

Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 302 details the procedure to be followed when testing the flammability of interior materials or cars etc. The Standard further states how to calculate the burn rate of the material under test. The Standard does not however indicate what information is to be recorded and how long the records must be kept. I am writing to enquire if NHTSA has published any such requirements or has any recommendations on what records are to be kept and for how long.

Thank you for your assistance with this matter.