The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) addressed delegates yesterday at Intersec Saudi Arabia to discuss the fire risks of electric vehicles (EVs) The session was part of a dedicateaaaad NFPA day at the event’s Fire Protection & Technology Summit, which…
Navigating the e-mobility revolution safely
In cities around the world, e-bikes and e-scooters whiz by in increasing numbers, a testament to our desire for clean, efficient and accessible transportation. Yet, as we embrace this shift, powered by the remarkable capabilities of lithium-ion batteries, we face…
NFPA announces new entity, NFPA Global Solutions™, to advance safety
NFPA Global Solutions establishes NFPA Global Advisors™ to support expansion ofthe NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem™ March 28, 2024 –The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), a global self-funded nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property, and economic loss…
NFPA Conference & Expo 2024
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) will host its annual NFPA Conference & Expo® at theOrange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, June 17-21, 2024. This event will bring togetherthousands of industry-leading fire, electrical, and life safety professionals who will attend more than 120educational…
The NFPA Conference & Expo 2024
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) will host its annual NFPA Conference & Expo® at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, June 17-21, 2024. This event will bring together thousands of industry-leading fire, electrical, and life safety professionals who will attend more…
NFPA to Host Annual Conference & Expo in Las Vegas, NV on June 19-21, 2023
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will host its annual Conference & Expo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on June 19-21, 2023. This comprehensive event brings together thousands of the industry’s leading professionals who will attend more than 110 educational sessions addressing the latest…
NFPA Conference & Expo® Las Vegas
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) will host the annual Conference & Expo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on 19–21 June 2023. This year will once again bring together thousands of the industry’s leading professionals, who will attend more…
San Francisco Fire Code change marks pivotal moment in US construction history
A new San Francisco Fire Code update, which requires the use of an approved temporary wireless fire detection and notification system during the construction of wood-frame buildings, has been hailed as a ‘pioneering moment in US construction history’ by leading…
Newly released NFPA report shows U.S. home fire deaths hit 14-year high in 2021, marking critical importance of Fire Prevention Week, 9–15 October 2022
The latest Fire Loss in the U.S. report released by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) shows the largest number of home fire deaths since 2007, reflecting a 14-year high. According to the report, people are more likely to die…
Telgian’s Russell Leavitt elected National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Chair
At the recent National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) annual conference, Russell B. Leavitt, Executive Chairman of Telgian Holdings, Inc. assumed the role of NFPA Chair of the Board, a position he will hold for two calendar years. NFPA is a…
NFPA Wildfire Division Director to serve on Presidential Wildfire Mitigation and Management Commission
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is pleased to announce Michele Steinberg, NFPA Wildfire Division Director, has been selected as a member of the Wildland Fire Mitigation and Management Commission. The Commission, established by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and…
NFPA receives $225K grant from General Motors to deliver electric vehicle training
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has received a $225,000 grant from General Motors to deliver its electric vehicle (EV) training for free to 12,000 volunteer and underserved fire departments throughout the US. The funding comes at a critical time,…
NFPA and State Farm announce recipients of 2022 Wildfire Community Preparedness Day Project Awards
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and State Farm have announced the winners of the 2022 Wildfire Community Preparedness Day (Preparedness Day) project awards. This year’s event, which takes place on 7 May, focuses on what people can do in…
New NFPA certification and Learning Paths help qualify professionals as water-based suppression system ITM technicians
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has launched a new Water Based Inspection Testing and Maintenance (WBITM) Online Learning Path to help sprinkler technicians, contractors and others grasp the content in a new Water-Based Fire Protection Systems Inspection Testing and…
NFPA to host ‘Outthink Wildfire: Identifying Solutions to End Community Loss’ on Tuesday, 15 March as final session of its 125th Anniversary Conference Series
On Tuesday, 15 March, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is hosting ‘Outthink Wildfire: Identifying Solutions to End Community Loss’ a FREE one-day programme that addresses new, innovative approaches for effectively combating today’s wildfire challenges. The programme is part of…
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) praises the introduction of the bipartisan Pro Codes Act to reinforce copyright protection of safety codes
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), a self-funded non-profit that develops over 300 fire, life and electrical safety codes and standards, has praised the introduction of the bipartisan Pro Codes Act, introduced by Reps. Ted Deutch (D-FL) and Darrell Issa…
NFPA announces FREE student and apprentice membership and debuts convenient NFPA Community – Xchange app on the App Store and Google Play
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has made its student and apprentice membership offerings FREE and released an NFPA Community - Xchange app on the App Store and in Google Play. Encouraging lifelong learning Students and apprentices currently studying fire…
NFPA seeks nominations for James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal Award, which honours significant contributions in fire safety advocacy efforts
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is calling for nominations for the 2022 James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal, which recognizes fire and life safety advocates who have made significant contributions in lessening losses from fire, electrical, and other hazards. Named…
FREE NFPA online conference on 16 February will cover global challenges and solutions for keeping people and property safe
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will present a FREE ‘Global Solutions for Global Challenges’ online educational program on 16 February 2022, covering a number of safety topics, as the organization’s year-long 125th Anniversary Conference Series begins to wind down. The…
National Fire Protection Association launches 2022 Wildfire Community Preparedness Day at Facebook Live event
Over the past decade, the US has witnessed a steady increase in wildfire activity. There are nearly 45 million homes in areas prone to wildfire today and wildfire risk is nearly present in every state. Experts predict this trend will…