NFPA discusses household propane, natural gas detection and alarms

The NFPA has spoken on fuel gases including natural gas and liquefied petroleum gases (LP-Gas) such as propane and butane are used to supply many pieces of equipment within households such as stoves, portable space heaters, ranges, furnaces, water heaters, clothes dryers, gas refrigerators, gas lamps and fuel-gas-burning fireplaces. Fuel gases can be piped into […]
NFPA discuss laboratories and their fire safety challenges

The NFPA has spoken out about the risk of laboratories to fire safety, saying that the wide range of chemicals, materials and equipment used all pose a fire risk. NFPA 45, Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals, addresses the rising issue of managing fire protection in laboratories. First published in 1974, the standard is […]
NFPA share fire safety tips to keep Valentine’s Day safe

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has shared fire safety tips in advance of Valentine’s Day. The organization mentioned candle lighting and cooking a romantic meal as reasons for the increased fire risk on February 14. Vice President of Outreach and Advocacy, NFPA, Lorraine Carli’s statement Lorraine Carli, Vice President of Outreach and Advocacy at […]
NFPA releases guidance on NEC Article 300 wiring methods

NEC Article 300: General wiring requirements The NFPA has published an overview of Article 300 of the National Electrical Code (NEC), which outlines general requirements for wiring methods and materials. The guidance, authored by NFPA Senior Electrical Specialist Dean Austin, explains how Article 300 serves as a catchall section for wiring methods not covered in […]
NFPA accepting nominations for the 2025 James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal Award

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is calling for nominations for the 2025 James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal, which recognizes fire and life safety advocates who have made significant contributions to reducing losses from fire, electrical and other hazards while furthering the NFPA mission. The advocacy medal honors an individual or group that shares the values of former […]
NFPA provides guidance on winter heating safety in the U.S.

Heating fires increase during winter months According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), nearly half of all U.S. home heating equipment fires occur between December and February. Heating systems working at full capacity during colder months result in a sharp rise in home heating-related fires. Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at […]
Fire Protection Research Foundation announces two new trustees

FPRF welcomes two new trustees to its board As reported by the NFPA, the Fire Protection Research Foundation (FPRF), a research affiliate of the National Fire Protection Association, has announced the addition of two new trustees. Josh Brackett, corporate regulatory director of facilities at Banner Health, brings a wealth of expertise in healthcare facilities management […]
Actuators satisfy the updated EN 15004-1 standard

TLX Technologies Fire & Security’s electric actuators for fire suppression systems has been revised so that it meet the requirements of the latest revision to the EN 15004-1 standard. The United States and many other countries rely on safety standards outlined by NFPA, while Europe follows ISO and EN standards. Although there are many similarities […]
The cost of cutting corners: NFPA President Jim Pauley discusses the dangers of sidelining fire safety codes and standards

By Jim Pauley, NFPA President and CEO In a world facing significant challenges like climate disasters, a housing shortage, and rapid technological change, one pressing issue stands out: safety. Disturbingly, there’s a growing trend in legislative bodies to overlook essential fire safety codes and standards that are crucial for saving lives. The tragic Grenfell Tower […]
NFPA urges timely disposal of Christmas trees to reduce fire risk

Christmas tree fires present January fire hazard More than one-third of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The association advises removing trees promptly after the holidays to minimize fire risks. Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA, noted: “As much as […]