NFPA adds live, timely discussion with US fire administrator, Philadelphia fire commissioner and FDNY fire prevention leader to 25 January leadership conference
In response to two high-profile home fires this month, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has added a Special Live Event: Taking the Lead after Tragedy to the beginning of its FREE virtual Leadership for Emergency Responders conference on Tuesday,…
Fire Protection Research Foundation, the research affiliate of NFPA, turns 40
The National Fire Protection Research Foundation, the research affiliate of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), was founded 40 years ago today to sponsor and promote research and the development of technology that helps to protect life and property from…
Deadly Philadelphia fire is tied for fifth most deadly home fire in the United States since 1980
As the media covers the tragic fire this week in Philadelphia that claimed the lives of 13 people including seven children, NFPA is providing key resources for reporters. All can be accessed at www.nfpa.org/pressroom or at the individual links below.…
Registration is open — Leadership for Emergency Responders
Launching live on 25 January 2022, the ‘Leadership for Emergency Responders’ programme focuses on emerging leadership, technical and community issues to help you keep your communities safer. This day-long programme offers a choice of several different sessions and provides: An…
NFPA and vipHomeLink announce exclusive content alliance
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and vipHomeLink have announced an exclusive collaboration whereby NFPA will serve as the official fire and electrical safety information and knowledge provider for vipHomeLink’s digital home management platform. A global, self-funded non-profit organization established in…
NFPA releases its Fifth US Needs Assessment report, showing both progress and continued gaps in US fire departments’ needs and resources
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released its Fifth US Needs Assessment report, which found that while some fire department needs have declined, some unmet needs have remained constant, and many areas have increased need. This includes aging facilities…
2021 Spanish edition of NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, now available on NFPA LiNK
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has announced the 2021 Spanish edition of NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, is now available on NFPA LiNK. It is the first foreign language publication introduced on the platform, which…
Don’t miss out! Register by 10 December to become an NFPA Member and vote at the 2022 Technical Committee Meeting
The deadline for becoming an NFPA Member and have voting privileges during the 2022 NFPA Technical Meeting is this Friday, 10 December. While all NFPA stakeholders are encouraged to share their voices during the public comment/input/debate phases of the standards…
NFPA Global Trends and Research online conference in November examines modern-day safety challenges
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will host Global Trends and Research, a one-day online programme covering contemporary life-safety challenges and research efforts, to ensure that practitioners have the information and knowledge to succeed in their roles. The virtual conference…
The 125th Anniversary Conference Series is on demand
The NFPA 125th Anniversary Conference Series is a one-of-a-kind, year-long series featuring 11 one-day programmes focused on specific topic areas. Register for the programmes that are relevant to you and your career and you’ll have access to watch as many…
Environmentally safe fire protection for aircraft hangars adopted in NFPA 409 2022 Edition
Safespill, a leader in environmentally safe fire protection systems, has announced that the company's core technology – the Safespill flooring system, also known as an ignitable liquid drainage floor assembly – will be added to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)…
NFPA debuts three-part NFPA 652 Combustible Dust Online Training Series that delves into safety awareness basics, hazard evaluation, and safety controls
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released a new online training programme centred around combustible dust, an industrial workplace hazard that, if left unaddressed, can lead to fire, flash fires, and explosion. The new learning solution is based on…
NFPA Global Trends and Research online conference in November examines modern-day safety challenges and research being done to help reduce risk
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will host Global Trends and Research, a one-day online programme covering contemporary life safety challenges and research efforts, to ensure that practitioners have the information and knowledge to succeed in their roles. The virtual…
NFPA and State Farm team up for fifth year to promote Fire Prevention Week and its fire safety messages in hundreds of communities nationwide
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and State Farm are teaming for the fifth consecutive year to promote Fire Prevention Week, 3–9 October 2021 and its fire safety messages among thousands of communities nationwide. NFPA has been the official sponsor…
Fire Prevention Week is 3–9 October 2021! This year’s theme is: Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for 99 years, has announced Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety as the theme for Fire Prevention Week, 3–9 October 2021. From beeps to chirps, this year’s…
NFPA to host Keeping Hazardous Environments Safe conference, a full-day online programme focused on industrial, chemical and emerging tech topics
On Tuesday, 5 October the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will host Keeping Hazardous Environments Safe, a conference for those who work in industrial settings, the chemical and petrochemical sectors, emergency management, plant operations, occupational health and safety, code enforcement, the fire service and the…
NFPA highlights four ways 9/11 changed the world of fire and life safety
As the 20-year anniversary of 9/11 approaches this Saturday, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) highlights four ways that day changed the world of fire and life safety, shedding light on how the fire service, first responders, and others now do their…
NFPA to host joint informational webinar on 8 September with Saudi Arabia HCIS about new licensing requirements
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in collaboration with the Saudi Arabian High Commission for Industrial Security (HCIS) will host a one-hour HCIS Licensing Requirements Informational Session webinar on Wednesday, 8 September 2021 at 7:00am (EDT). All fire protection contractors and consultants…
NFPA to host Spotlight on Public Education (SOPE) conference, a full-day programme addressing today’s fire and life-safety education challenges and opportunities
On Tuesday, 14 September, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is hosting its fifth annual Spotlight on Public Education (SOPE), a one-day programme addressing some of the leading challenges and opportunities facing today’s fire departments and public safety educators working to mitigate fire…
NFPA announces launch of the Ecosystem Assessment Tool that helps communities identify gaps in safety and protect citizens
The NFPA Fire & Life Safety Policy Institute has announced the launch of the Ecosystem Assessment Tool that will help users identify gaps in a community’s capacity to support safety and draw on the results to advocate for specific changes that will better protect citizens and…