Stability Testing Process


Company:

GAT CREEK

Verify ID:

B679427

Expiration date:

January 23, 2020 - January 22, 2023

Verification Mark

Applicable To:

5270 Valley Rd., Berkeley Springs, WV 25411

Marketing Claim Verified by UL Solutions

Stability Testing Process Verified Program Endorsed by American Home Furnishings Alliance

Verification Method

Test sites demonstrate testing capabilities and expertise to evaluate products to stability requirements in ASTM F2057-2019. Testing consists of hanging a 50 lb. weight from a single open drawer/door and opening all drawers and doors simultaneously. Suppliers and test sites will be subjected to an initial and annual assessment to ensure: 1) Necessary equipment and facility to conduct test a. Includes calibration of required test equipment 2) Individuals have sufficient understanding to conduct required program testing a. Test Procedures – how to conduct the required tests b. Test Results – what constitutes conformance or non-conformance c. Data Storage – how and where are records and data maintained d. Training Records – demonstrate how are staff qualified to conduct the testing 3) Record keeping practices meet ISO 17025 intent 4) Sample tracking system in place 5) Corrective action process in place for testing results that don’t meet standard requirements 6) Use of UL data sheets, new product planning template and product information template

What is UL Verification?

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