Aerial Device Testing & Inspection

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• NFPA 1910 Compliance
• Annual and 5‑Year Inspections
• Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) Available
• 19 Years of Experience
•  Comprehensive 200‑point inspection with photo‑verified documentation 

Regular aerial inspections keep your equipment safe, reliable, and NFPA-compliant.
At Precision Fire Services, LLC, we perform annual and 5-year aerial device tests using certified methods and calibrated equipment —  ensuring your apparatus meets every requirement of NFPA 1910 and the manufacturer's specification.

Our annual inspections meet all NFPA requirements and manufacturer specifications to ensure your apparatus operates safely and efficiently.

Performance Tests include:

• Drift, timing, and twist measurements
• Operational and load tests
• Interlocks
• Waterway flow and pressure tests

Component Inspections include:

• Mounting bolts—torque and visual verification
• Backlash and bearing clearance
• Ladder, torque box, cradle, suspension
• Hydraulic system
• Structural weldments

Analytical Tests:

• Hydraulic oil sample analysis

Inspection Time:
Approximately 8–12 hours per unit — with a full evaluation, functional testing, and same-day report delivery.

The 5-year aerial device inspection includes all components of the annual test, plus Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) as required by NFPA 1910. 

When NDT is Required

NDT shall be conducted on aerial devices:

• At least every 5 years
• Whenever visual inspection or load test indicates a potential structural or safety concern
•  When additional evaluation is needed to confirm continued operational safety 

Inspection Duration

• NDT typically requires 5–8 hours per unit to complete 
• The 5‑year test takes approximately 8–12 hours for the annual inspection, plus 5–8 hours for NDT, performed over a two‑day schedule

All accessible structural components are inspected using the appropriate NDT method. 

Available NDT Services:

• Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Visual Testing (VT)
• Hardness Testing
• Base Rail Ultrasonic Thickness Readings

Why It Matters:
Every NFPA 1910 inspection we perform includes precise measurements, photographic verification, and full documentation that meets ISO and lability review standards—protecting your department before an incident ever occurs.

Ready to schedule an aerial device test?