NFPA 72®: National Fire Alarm Code®, 2007 Edition

"The events of 9/11 caused us to re-think how fire alarm systems are installed. With new requirements due to security issues and updates for new technology, the 2007 edition of NFPA 72® revises the best practices for preserving public health, welfare, and safety. As we're challenged to keep up with changes in the world, using the latest, consensus-based National Fire Alarm Code® is the only way to go. Experience has shown this time and time again."

Wayne D. Moore, P.E., FSFPE,
Principal,
Hughes Associates, Inc.,
Warwick, RI

"From a fire protection and fire science perspective, NFPA 72 is without question the best fire alarm resource there is. Nothing else comes close to providing so much authoritative guidance under one roof. Each update incorporates changes that make people safer, so we always use the most recent edition."

John Mickel,
Fire Inspector,
Bangor Fire Department,
Bangor, ME

"The 2007 edition of the National Fire Alarm Code addresses real fire alarm system implementation issues with practical solutions. For example, the criteria for smoke detector spacing and placement and strobe synchronization gives system designers cost-effective ways to improve fire safety and minimizes the guesswork in unique applications. To stay competitive in today's market, the 2007 edition is key."

Raymond A. Grill, P.E., FSFPE
Principal,
ArupFire,
Washington, DC