The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has designated the Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association as its latest Electrical Inspection Section Affiliate Chapter (EIS).
Through this affiliation, the Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association will provide education and training to the state’s electrical inspection community.
Tim McClintock, NFPA lead regional electrical specialist and Executive Secretary of the Electrical Inspection Section, announced the partnership.
“NFPA is pleased to welcome the Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association as an EIS Affiliate Chapter,” McClintock said.
“This partnership strengthens collaboration between NFPA and the Arkansas electrical enforcement community, enabling us to address emerging electrical safety issues together and reinforce our shared commitment to community safety.”
McClintock stated that effective inspection programs are necessary for protecting property and ensuring compliance with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC).
The Arkansas organization joins existing EIS Affiliate Chapters in states including Alabama, Colorado, Kentucky, Maryland, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, and Rhode Island.
Electrical inspection members of the new Arkansas chapter may be eligible for the NFPA Electrical Inspection Membership.
This membership includes participation in the code development process and access to specialized programming.
Michael Archdeacon, president of the Arkansas Electrical Inspector Association, described the establishment of the chapter as a commitment to professional excellence.
“Electrical inspections serve as a cornerstone of community safety and the effective enforcement of the National Electrical Code,” Archdeacon said.
“The establishment of the Arkansas EIS Affiliate Chapter signifies our steadfast commitment to advancing education, fostering collaboration, and promoting professional excellence.
“In partnership with NFPA, we are dedicated to addressing the evolving demands of electrical safety and further strengthening our impact throughout the state of Arkansas.”
The NFPA develops the National Electrical Code and provides technical expertise to help enforcement professionals stay informed of safety challenges.
