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Firefighter Fatalities in the U.S.

Last year, 60 firefighters were killed while on duty, with sudden cardiac arrest accounting for almost half of those deaths. Plus, 2017 saw a troubling spike in firefighters struck and killed by vehicles.

A detailed look at firefighter deaths nationwide in 2018.

NFPA Journal

The Airbnb Challenge

As Airbnb and other short-term rental services expand to include a range of property types, regulatory challenges create uncertainty over the level of safety those spaces should provide.

Research study findings

Study published in Injury Prevention found a lack of fire and life safety features in Airbnb properties in 16 United States cities.

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Safety tips

NFPA's hotel and motel safety tips will help to ensure you are prepared for an emergency while staying at an Airbnb rental.

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One renter's horror story

Medina Eve tells a story about the lessons she learned the night her Airbnb caught on fire.

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NFPA Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem

Safety is not something we can take for granted. Eliminating death, injury, property, and economic loss from fire, electrical and related hazards is not achieved through the work of any single stakeholder; it’s going to take all of us, together.

Learn more about how the Ecosystem protects lives and property

CodeFinder™

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

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Code changes

2019 NFPA 13 gets a makeover

A comprehensive reorganization of the 2019 NFPA 13 has resulted in a major standard that is a leaner, clearer, and more effective tool for the installation of sprinkler systems.

Next edition changes

See the results of association membership voting on six amending motions to NFPA 13.

See the technical session results

Purchase the code

Order the 2019 edition of NFPA 13 now and be among the first to receive it when it becomes available this fall.

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Online training

This 6-part online training series provides an essential foundation for fire understanding the design, installation, and analysis of fire sprinkler systems through the 2016 edition of NFPA 13.

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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A safety essential in any building

Whether old or new, every building needs safety at its foundation. NFPA 101, Life Safety Code® is the only document that covers life safety in both new and existing structures. Major revisions for 2018 include an expanded scope that delivers in-depth coverage on sprinklers, alarms, smoke barriers, special hazard protection, and more.

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Hot Work Safety Certificate Training

Whether you’re employed in the state of Massachusetts, where a Hot Work Safety 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 or register for classroom training.

Featured Training Programs

Online Training

Active shooter/hostile event response

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Sept. 10-14

Charlotte, NC

covering integrated system testing, wildfire, CFI, and more.

Nov. 5-9

Portland, OR

Classroom Training covering fire investigator qualifications, CFPS, life safety, electrical safety and fire protection.

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Classroom, online, webinars, certifications, and more!

Electrical

In compliance with the NEC®

While the 2020 National Electrical Code® is currently in first-draft form, valuable discussions intend to mitigate the dangers swimmers face around boats and docks that are powered from shore, and to reduce and eliminate electric shock drowning.

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A hidden killer

NFPA's Derek Vigstol blogs about electric shock drowning (ESD); what it is, why it is dangerous, and how it can be prevented.

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Safety tips

With summer in full swing, NFPA wants to remind swimmers and boat owners about the potential electrical hazards that exist in water, along with tips on staying safe.

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Video

NFPA reminds people about the potential electrical hazards in swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, on board boats and in the waters surrounding boats, marinas and launch ramps.

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Products and Solutions

Purchase codes and standards, register for training, join or renew membership, or subscribe to the National Fire Codes. Members get a 10% discount!

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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.

Find the membership offering that’s right for you

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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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