‘Fire Training: Back to Basics’ Announced as 2024 Theme for Safety Stand Down
This year's theme emphasizes proper strategies and tactics with a focus on the fundamentals.
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Committee Makes Progress on NFPA 1400
The training committee met to set a new standard that will combine all former 1400 series documents into one large document.
A Flash Review With Inspection Tips: NFPA 10, 25, and 72
Recorded March 8, 2024 | Watch Now!
Join Chief Ron Kanterman for an hour of inspection tips, techniques, and requirements related to NFPA standards.
Join Chief Ron Kanterman for an hour of inspection tips, techniques, and requirements related to NFPA standards.
National Fire Service Organizations Urge Congress to Act on Grant Programs
Several major national fire service organizations are teaming up to urge Congress to take action on grant programs.
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Quito Fire Department Sees Extensive Growth Since Implementation of NFPA Standards
The Metropolitan District of Quito, Ecuador, officially incorporated National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) standards into their fire safety ordinance in 2009.
Kyle Kittrell Receives National Award As Home Fire Sprinkler Advocate
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Sprinkler Initiative and the Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC) have awarded Kyle Kittrell, with the 2023 Bringing Safety Home Award.
Fire Departments and Safety Advocates Encouraged to Participate in Home Fire Sprinkler Week Digital Campaign
The Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC) digital campaign focuses on the need for better understanding of the benefits of home fire sprinklers.
NFPA Responds to IAFF Lawsuit Over Firefighter Turnout Gear Testing Standard
The NFPA issued a statement about the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) lawsuit regarding the standards development process.
IAFF Files Suit to Halt Toxic Turnout Gear Testing Standard
The union filed a lawsuit today against the NFPA for its role in imposing a testing standard that effectively requires the use of carcinogens in firefighter protective gear.
Protecting Lives of Firefighters Is Not Necessary
Almost 10 years after the West (TX) explosion, no substantive changes have been enacted to protect the public and firefighters from a similar disaster.
Podcast: First-Due Battalion Chief: NFPA 1403 Live Burns
In this episode, Danny Sheridan speaks with his guests about NFPA 1403 live burns.
Podcast: Scenes of Violence: Active Shooter Response
Host Steve Hamilton discusses active shooter response with Orange County (FL) Fire Chief (Ret.) Otto Drozd and NFPA Staff Liason Nicole Cassels.