Research

NFPA´s wealth of fire-related research includes investigations of technically significant fire incidents, fire data analysis, and the Charles S. Morgan Technical Library, one of the most comprehensive fire literature collections in the world. In addition, NFPA´s Fire Protection Research Foundation is a source of independent fire test data.

FACT OF THE WEEK: An electrical failure or malfunction contributed to 18% of structure fires in warehouses between 2006 and 2010.
Source: NFPA's "Structure Fires in U.S. Warehouses" report, Ben Evarts, April 2012.

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Fire statistics Information on fire trends, causes, the fire service, and landmark fires. Charles S. Morgan Library Resources on fire research, prevention, and suppression, and services for researchers, general public

Statistical reports Statistical reports and data services; many reports are free for NFPA members. Fire Protection Research Foundation Independent nonprofit foundation that provides practical data on fire and building safety.

Fire investigations Reports on fires of high technical or educational interest; many reports are free for NFPA members. Resource links Links to external, non-commercial services and organizations; listings do not signify NFPA endorsement.