1、 American National Standard E1.14 2001 (R2013) Entertainment Technology Recommendations for Inclusions in Fog Equipment Manuals F Rosco Laboratories; A; MP Ron Bonner; PLASA Technical Resources Office (PLASA EU); P; G Matthew R. DeLong; Rosco Laboratories; P; MP Brad Dittmer; Stage Labor of the Ozar
2、ks; P; U Mark Elliott; Walt Disney Company; P; U Wendy Holt; AMPTP/CSATF (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers); P; U Paul Jordan; NBC Universal; P; U Observer members: Clive Bailey; Martin Professional A/S; O; MP Robert Barbagallo; Solotech Inc.; O; U Jim Cooper; Palomar College, rep
3、resenting USITT; O; U Gary Crawford; C I T C; O; MP Gary Fails; City Theatrical, Inc.; O; MP Lowell Fowler; High End Systems Inc.; O; MP Reuben Goldberg; Technic Services; O; U Jerry Gorrell; Theatre Safety Programs; O; G Florian von Hofen; VPLT; O; G Kent H. Jorgensen; IATSE Local 80; O; G Key to V
4、oting Status and Interest Category: Voting Status Interest Category P Principal voting member CP Custom-market Producer A Alternate voting member MP Mass-market Producer I Individual voting member DE DEsigner O Observer non-voting member DR Dealer/Rental company U User G General interest 2013 PLASA
5、North America ivContent: Notice and Disclaimer i Contact Information . iii Acknowledgments iv 1 Scope. 1 2 Purpose . 1 3 Inclusions 1 3.1 Introduction . 1 3.2 Warnings 1 3.3 Public notifications. 2 3.4 Manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance 2 3.5 Operating instructions . 2 3.6 Explanation
6、 of results 2 3.7 Contact information 3 3.8 Technical specification 3 3.9 Warranty. 3 3.10 Statement of responsibility 3 4 Updates . 3 2013 PLASA North America v 1 ScopeThis standard shall apply to the instruction manuals for fog equipment manufactured for use in the entertainment industry. 2 Purpos
7、e There are several technologies used for the production of fog effects today, with each technology creating a specific type of effect. For every technology there are several manufacturers designing fog-making systems that are unique in and of themselves. In order to facilitate the safe and effectiv
8、e use of fog, the user must have some general knowledge of the technology, have a clear understanding of how to operate the fog making system, and be aware of the potential hazards related to the use of fog, and particularly the system that he is using. This standard is designed to establish guideli
9、nes for manufacturers to provide to the user by way of an instruction manual the necessary information required for the safe and responsible use of their fog equipment. This standard sets minimum requirements and does not limit the amount of additional information that a manufacturer can include in
10、the manual. It is encouraged that the manual developed in accordance with this standard be part of a comprehensive product stewardship program. 3 Inclusions3.1 IntroductionThe introduction shall include a brief explanation of the technology used in the fog making system and shall describe the type o
11、f fog that will be created through the proper use of the machine. 3.1.1 An explanation of how this particular fog making system works shall be given, stressing that it is a fog system designed to work within certain parameters. 3.1.2 A list of the fluids and/or gases that are recommended by the equi
12、pment manufacturer for use in this particular fog equipment shall be included. 3.2 WarningsWarnings and safeguards shall be listed in order to reduce the potential dangers associated with working with, or around, the fog equipment. Warnings shall include, but not be limited to, the following: 3.2.1
13、Areas of extreme temperature 3.2.2 Electrical shock hazards 3.2.3 Chemical use precautions 3.2.4 Slick area warnings 3.2.5 Vaporized substance warnings 2013 PLASA North America 1 3.3 Public notificationsIf the manufacturer deems it necessary, sample statements or suggestions alerting the audience, p
14、erformers, crew, and musicians to the use of fog in the production shall be included for reprinting in a playbill or on signs located in the backstage and lobby areas, or for publication in both playbills and posters. The manual shall instruct the reader that signs shall be clearly legible when view
15、ed at a distance of six feet (1.8 meters) and that the appropriate facility personnel shall be instructed to take action consistent with the notification on the sign. A sample notification could be as follows: “This production includes an AEROSOL SIMULATED FOG EFFECT. This fog is intended for public
16、 performance, but persons who are asthmatic or who suffer from allergies should identify themselves to house personnel so that they may be seated where there is the least possibility of discomfort.“ 3.4 Manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance A listing of any and all manufacturing standard
17、s adhered to by the manufacturer, as well as any regional or local regulations that the equipment complies with, shall be included. These include, but are not limited to: UL, CUL, CSA, ETL, CE, GSA. 3.5 Operating instructions Clearly written operating instructions with reference drawings or illustra
18、tions, or both, shall be included. 3.5.1 Operational requirements for the fog equipment shall be included. 3.5.2 Complete cleaning instructions shall be included. 3.5.3 Routine maintenance instructions and a maintenance schedule shall be included. 3.6 Explanation of resultsAn explanation of the resu
19、lts of using the fog system shall be included. 3.6.1 This section shall describe the type of effect the fog equipment will produce when properly used. 3.6.2 This section shall include an explanation of the fogs dissipation and suggestions on how to best clear the air of the fog when the desired effe
20、ct is complete. 3.6.3 This section shall explain how the fog created is affected by the environment in which it is produced, such as temperature and air movement. 3.6.4 This section shall explain how the fog can be enhanced, such as by lighting the fog with colored light or by moving it with directe
21、d airflow. 3.6.5 A list of additional information that might be helpful to the user should be included. 2013 PLASA North America 23.7 Contact informationA list of pertinent contact information shall be provided including, but not limited to: 3.7.1 A 24-hour emergency phone number for information nee
22、ded by physicians or stage technicians. 3.7.2 A list of dealers, with locations and phone numbers, who can supply additional fluid. 3.7.3 A list of authorized service centers, with locations and phone numbers, that can repair the fog equipment. 3.8 Technical specificationA technical specification wi
23、th reference drawings and illustrations shall be provided. 3.9 WarrantyWarranty information shall be included. 3.10 Statement of responsibilityA statement of responsibility that defines the roles of the manufacturer and the user with respect to the safe production of fog effects shall be included. 4 UpdatesAs new information regarding the fog-making technology, the performance of the fog equipment, or potential hazards related to the fog system is obtained, it shall be made available to the machine owner at no additional charge. 2013 PLASA North America 3
