Electrical Test Lab (ETL)
The ETL evaluates electrical equipment for safety, fire and shock hazards and personnel injuries in accordance with the current applicable codes and standards. Approved materials are published as Los Angeles Research Reports (LARR).
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ETL
Electrical Testing Laboratory
Address: 221 N. Figueroa St. Room 500, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Telephone: (213) 482-6721 Fax: (213) 482-6554
Engineer: Antonio Maldonado
Email: antonio.maldonado@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-7382
Engineer: Isaac Almaraz
Email: isaac.almaraz@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-0035
Engineer: Stephanie Lopez
Email: stephanie.j.lopez@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-0068
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The maximum pressure in the sprinkler system shall not exceeds 350 PSI at any location in the system. Sprinkler systems can be zoned to avoid exceeding such pressure.
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A building plan checker reviews most grading plans. The grading plan checker will review grading plans for grading work in conjunction with an approved subdivision map or to issue grading permits to correct a hazardous soil condition per LABC 7005.7.
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Building verification is required after all other division clearances have been obtained.
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In apartment buildings, when carpet is installed in an assembly meeting the STC 50 requirement.
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A Certificate of Occupancy is required for new buildings, additions, change of use or occupancy.
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Commissioning report is required for all new non-residential projects of 10,000 square feet or more. The exceptions are warehouses, open parking garages and similar projects.
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When the customer decides not to use anti graffiti coating on the first 9 feet of the exterior of the building.
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When required by the engineer or indicated on the approved plans.
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When there are higher stresses in the structural design.
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When all wallboard has been installed and nailed or screwed in.
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