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The mission of the international nonprofit NFPA, established in 1896, is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research,training, and education.

The world's leading advocate of fire prevention and an authoritative source on public safety, NFPA develops, publishes, and disseminates more than 300 consensus codes and standards intended to minimize the possibility and effects of fire and other risks.

NFPA membership totals more than 65,000 individuals around the world.

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National Fire Protection Association
NFPA's Sparky the Fire Dog Turns 75
Celebrating 75 years of fire safety advocacy, NFPA's Sparky the Fire Dog continues to serve as a friendly guide in promoting life-saving fire prevention tips.
March 18, 2026
NFPA Completes Election of Board of Directors at its 2025 Annual Meeting
The National Fire Protection Association completed the election of its Board of Directors which included the naming of one new officer, one new director and the election of one...
Aug. 6, 2025
NFPA Launches “A Code for Every Moment”
NFPA launches campaign to raise awareness and defend the U.S. System of Safety Standards amid growing threats.
June 17, 2025
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“Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” Theme for Fire Prevention Week
The National Fire Protection Association has announced “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home” as the theme for Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5-11, 2025.
June 12, 2025
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During research by UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute and the Fire Protection Research Foundation, it was found that flaming was eliminated when a fire blanket was used on electric vehicle fires but it resulted in the continued release and accumulation of flammable battery gases that create an explosion hazard.
Experiments by FPRF and FSRI reveal potential explosion risks when using fire blankets in EV fire suppression with battery involvement. Ongoing research aims to improve firefighter...
May 31, 2025
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Metro Chiefs Hold 2025 Annual Meeting
Fire chiefs from the world's largest fire departments unite in South Carolina to drive innovation, confront challenges and honor excellence.
May 8, 2025
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NFPA Doubles Regional Staff to Strengthen Support for Safety Professionals
The new regional structure assigns directors to smaller groups of states, allowing them to spend more time building relationships and addressing specific regional challenges.
April 14, 2025
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NFPA to Host Annual Conference in Las Vegas
The National Fire Protection Association will host its annual Conference & Expo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on June 16-18, 2025.
April 7, 2025
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One recipient from the U.S. and one from Canada will be announced during Home Fire Sprinkler Week May 11 - 17, 2025.
The deadline for nominations for the award, which recognizes outstanding efforts by a safety advocate who diligently promotes the importance of home fire sprinklers, is April ...
March 11, 2025
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The responsibilities of the Council include overseeing NFPA standards development activities, ensuring compliance with the NFPA Regulations and Rules, and serving as the appeals...
Jan. 22, 2025

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Firefighters and officials with the Davie, FL, Fire Rescue created a structural prop to resemble a single-family dwelling with holiday decorations and common furnishings.
Dec. 21, 2018

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NFPA Celebrates Excellence in Fire and Life Safety at Stars at Awards Gala
During the NFPA Conference & Expo, various awards were presented to professionals and organizations for their exceptional service, innovative safety initiatives and advancements...
June 23, 2026
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NFPA, Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition Announce Bringing Home Safety Advocacy Award Recipients
Sean Tracey and Mayor Ken Branner have been awarded the NFPA Bringing Safety Home Award for their dedication to promoting home fire sprinkler awareness, education and policy implementat...
June 2, 2026
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NFPA Appointed Next CEO and President
The NFPA Board has unanimously selected Ross Ashley as the next president and CEO, recognizing his extensive experience in emergency preparedness, public policy and organizational...
April 29, 2026
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NFPA, Joey Gase to Celebrate Sparky the Fire Dog at Talladega Superspeedway
Joey Gase will race the NFPA-themed car at Talladega to celebrate Sparky the Fire Dog’s 75th birthday, promoting fire safety awareness among NASCAR fans and communities on April...
April 21, 2026
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The Fire Service Scoop: NVFC 2026 Training Summit, Safety Stand Down 2026 and More Fire Service Updates
NVFC 2026 Training Summit Registration, FDNY adopting First Due and Darley's new data center are just a few of the recent fire services updates in the most recent Fire Service...
Feb. 6, 2026
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'Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life' Official Theme for Safety Stand Down 2026
Safety Stand Down 2026 emphasizes the importance of physical fitness for responders, focusing on fundamentals, sustainable strategies and long-term health to reduce injuries and...
Feb. 1, 2026
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NFPA, Joey Gase and NASCAR Team Up for 2026
In 2026, NFPA renews its partnership with NASCAR, sponsoring races and leveraging the sport's platform to raise awareness about fire safety, codes and standards.
Feb. 1, 2026
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Safety Stand Down 2026 Focuses on Firefighter Physical Fitness
From June 14-20, Safety Stand Down 2026 will center around the importance of physical fitness for firefighters to handle diverse emergencies effectively.
Dec. 16, 2025
The charred windows of the rowhome on the 800 block of North 23rd Street in Philadelphia, where 12 people were killed.
The NFPA says that the Philadelphia rowhome fire that claimed the lives of 12 people, including eight children, tied for the sixth deadliest fire since 1980.
Jan. 6, 2022
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The National Fire Protection Association's theme is “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen” for Fire Prevention Week 2020 from Oct. 4-10.
Oct. 5, 2020

Articles

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Firehouse Special Projects Editor Janet Wilmoth details her presentation at the recent Arizona Fire Chiefs Association/Arizona Fire District Chiefs Association conference.
July 18, 2022
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Billing itself as “The World’s Largest Firefighting Museum,” the Hall of Flame Museum in Phoenix celebrated its 60th anniversary in December 2021.
Feb. 14, 2022
Photo by Jenni McClelland, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation
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The dates have been set for 2022 NFFF Memorial Weekend.
Jan. 17, 2022
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L3Harris Product Manager Don Griffis explains how the new NFPA 1802 specifications enhance firefighter safety and success on the fireground.
March 8, 2021
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Fire Chief Michael Stanley (center) was presented with the Firefighter Hero Award by Oshkosh City Manager Mark Rohloff, and Jennifer Skolaski, who consulted with Chief Stanley on a falls prevention initiative and who nominated him for the award.
Chief Michael Stanley of the City of Oshkosh, WI, Fire Department received the Firefighter Hero Award from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and MAGLITE.
Dec. 1, 2020
Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department
The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department began its clean cab initiative in 2015 and hopes to have all of its apparatus meeting the standard by the end of 2020.
Ed Ballam takes a look at how fire departments and manufacturers are pioneering the clean cab concept.
Aug. 1, 2019
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In this new era of “mega fires,” western wildfires nearly half the size of the state of Rhode Island occur every year.
Tom Harbour warns that WUI operations will be a significant component of the next decade.
July 1, 2019
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John Salka encourages readers to get to know the industry with some fire service facts.
May 1, 2019
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Shane Ray shares his story and asks readers to consider whether they will also find themselves in the world of fire politics.
May 1, 2019
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Aluminum hose bed covers flip up and out of the way for easy access to the hose bed. Hard surface covers also provide solid walking surface on top of the apparatus.
Ed Ballam talked with manufacturers about hosebed covers for fire apparatus, which are available in a variety of options.
June 15, 2018

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Former Federal Emergency Management Agency administrator and U.S. Fire administrator R. David Paulison was elected by the NFPA Board of Directors as the new chairperson.
Former FEMA and U.S. Fire administrator R. David Paulison is now the chair of the NFPA Board of Directors.
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Tonya Hoover, Deputy Administrator of the United States Fire Administration (USFA), was awarded the 2024 James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal.
The 2024 NFPA Stars at Night Gala celebrated 14 individuals or organizations across seven award categories.
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The NFPA and HFSC have named Chief David Pendleton and Chief Ryan Schell as this year's honorees.
May 29, 2024
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Ransdell brings a career-long passion for public education and is a recognized expert throughout the country.
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