What does that sticker on the side of your camper mean. I was curious so I Googled...Here is who they are."What is RVIA?
The national trade association representing more than 550 manufacturers and component suppliers producing approximately 98 percent of all RVs and conversion vehicles manufactured in the United States"
Here is their definition of your camper.."
What is a Recreation Vehicle (RV)?
A vehicle designed as temporary living quarters for recreational camping, travel or seasonal use. RVs may have their own motor power (as in the case of motor homes); may be mounted (as are truck campers); or towed by another vehicle (as are travel trailers and folding camping trailers). Not included in the RV definition are conversion vehicles, off-road vehicles and manufactured housing for long-term residence (park trailers and mobile homes"
What are these NFPA 1192 Rv standards?
". What standards do I need to use when building an RV?
A. ANSI/NFPA 1192 Standard for Recreational Vehicles NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH RVIA - To order from NFPA call: 1-800-344-3555 or visit
http://www.nfpa.org/catalog
ANSI/RVIA 12V Standard for Low Voltage Systems on Recreational and Conversion Vehicles
A helpful but not necessary publication would be RVIA's Guide to 1192 which includes sections on all three publications listed above.
Now the good part.. The standards are RVIA "Adopted Standards".. They are "Voluntary Industry Standards".. The RVIA is not a Governmental agency.There is no enforcement. The standards are "certified" by the Manufacturer. The manufacturer polices themselves...What a deal.
Do a Google..makes for interesting reading..but have a lot of time..and be aware..Education can be scary.
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