(1) Each pier shall be required to withstand 2500 pounds plus a 2.5 safety factor from a vertical projection and from a horizontal projection equal to the same angle or degree of angle of the leg or support, using the same weight and safety factor. Three (3) consecutive tests must be performed without a failure. (Horizontal projection test not required on piers of less than twelve inches (12”) in height including adjustment.)
    (2) Piers manufactured with adjustable heights shall be tested at maximum heights. Test results shall be reported in the format shown in Example No. I.

Rulemaking Authority 320.011, 320.824(1), 320.8325(1) FS. Law Implemented 320.77(10), 320.822(12), 320.8285, 320.8325, 320.835(2) FS. History-New 1-10-94, Amended 10-2-95.