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2019 NFPA Conference & Expo in San Antonio, Texas

The NFPA Conference & Expo® is one of the world’s biggest and most comprehensive fire, electrical, and life safety events. Join us in San Antonio this June.

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Conference

NFPA Conference & Expo®

Join us in San Antonio from June 17-20 at one of the world’s most comprehensive fire, electrical, and life safety events. Gain valuable insights, meet with industry experts and learn about new products and solutions.

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Technical Meeting

The NFPA Technical Meeting is tentatively scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 20th.

See the list of documents that are up for vote

Attend Expo for FREE

Get a full three-day access to the exhibit hall, and participate in special education sessions.

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Professional Development Training

NEW! Select from 4 interactive pre-conference workshops on electrical systems, fire protection systems, and wildfire preparedness.

See a full list of of Pre-Conference Workshops

CodeFinder™

Get the insight you need on NFPA codes and standards, right at your fingertips, with NFPA CodeFinder™.

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Wildfire and the Ecosystem

There is no single solution to the wildfire problem, but the NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem offers an effective way to understand the components we need to tackle.

Read why it’s critical to familiarize yourself with the Ecosystem

San Antonio Fire Department Chief Charles

From NFPA Journal

Front & Center

Through personality, will, and lessons learned from a legendary mentor, Chief Charles Hood has transformed San Antonio’s fire department into a national leader.

Read the full feature in NFPA Journal

C&E Sessions

See the list of related education sessions from members of the San Antonio Fire Department at NFPA Conference & Expo in San Antonio, TX, from June 17-20th.

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The Hood File

Get all the details on Charles Hood, chief of the San Antonio Fire Department since April 2007.

Get to know Chief Hood

Alan Brunacini: Friend & Mentor

In Alan Brunacini, Charles Hood found a friend and mentor whose ideas have helped him transform San Antonio’s fire department.

Hot Work Safety Certificate Training

Whether you’re employed in the state of Massachusetts, where a Certificate is required, or engage in hot work operations anywhere else, show your commitment to the highest level of safety standards. Earn your Certificate online (awarded a Gold Brandon Hall Excellence in Learning Award) or register for classroom training.

Preorder the 2020 NEC

Stay ahead in your industry and preorder your copy of the 2020 edition of NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®) today.

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Help make sure everyone gets home safe

Hundreds of deaths and thousands of burn injuries occur each year due to shock, electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast – and most could be prevented. NFPA 70E® is a vital tool for anyone concerned with ending electrical-related accidents, liability, and loss.

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NEC

NEC Changes for Safety in Pools

Now is the time to inspect and maintain swimming pool equipment to make sure life saving measures such as GFCI protection and grounding and bonding systems are functioning properly. For new installations, the 2017 NEC was revised to improve pool safety.

Get a closer look

Pool Rules

Recurring events have led to additions in the NEC. Failure to follow NEC requirements for electrical installations around swimming pools can lead to more tragic results.

Learn more about the importance

GFCI Protection Reduces Risk of ESD

With GFCI protection required for electrical equipment in swimming pools, the chances of being shocked or electrocuted have been dramatically reduced.

Review articles in the 2017 NEC

Advocating for Pool Safety

Pool owners look to qualified electrical professionals for help with wiring, upgrades, and inspections of electrical equipment for new pools, hot tubs, and spas. Help educate them on how to be safe at home.

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2019 NFPA Products & Solutions Catalog

Shop the latest catalog to access NFPA® products and services, including the 2019 editions of NFPA 13 and NFPA 72®, as well as exclusive National Electrical Code® (NEC®) discounted bundles.

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NFPA community

NFPA Xchange ^TM connects you with peers around the world and NFPA staff. Discussion forums, blogs, and member-only exclusive content and answers to technical questions.

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Three new levels of NFPA membership

Introducing Engage, Advance, and Lead memberships: three new ways to tap into the NFPA network of professionals and information.

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