1.1 The test methods described in this fire-test-response standard are used for determining the fire-test response of columns, girders, beams or similar structural members, and fire-containment walls, of either homogeneous or composite construction, that are employed in HPI or other facilities subject to large hydrocarbon pool fires. 1.2 It is the intent that tests conducted in accordance with these test methods will indicate whether structural members of assemblies, or fire-containme