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Plug in to the most up-to-date resources in electrical safety so you can help keep yourself, your crew, and your projects safe and compliant. Take advantage of a discounted rate when you purchase the most popular materials bundled together.

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Our role in the Ecosystem

At this year’s Conference & Expo, NFPA president Jim Pauley urged attendees to find their role in the Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem and to find ways to work together to protect people and property.

Get the highlights of his speech at General Session

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Standards in Action

Safe Escape

Escape rooms have become a booming industry worldwide, but with that growth has come concerns over the safety of participants.

Video

In this episode of Learn Something New by NFPA Journal, we learn what special amusement buildings are and some of the ways the code works to protect them from fire and other life safety hazards.

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Updates to NFPA 101

New language pertaining to escape rooms has been proposed for the 2021 edition of the code to reflect the industry's emergence.

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Life Safety Code Training

See all of NFPA's training classes on NFPA 101, including classroom and online options.

Call for Proposals Now Open!

Propose your 2020 Session today for the NFPA Conference & Expo® in Orlando, FL in 2020.

Deadline: September 16, 2019

CodeFinder™

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

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Outreach

It's officially grill season

When the warmer weather hits, there’s nothing better than the smell of food on the grill. Seven out of every 10 adults in the U.S. have a grill or smoker, which translates to a lot of tasty meals. But it also means there’s an increased risk of home fires.

Learn more about staying safe

Check for leaks

Learn how to do a simple test on your grill to check for gas leaks.

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By the numbers

Take a look at our recent research report, Home Grill Fires, for statistics, trends, and information.

Free download

NFPA's safety tip sheet covers tips on how to keep your BBQ's fun and safe.

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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

To help you stay ahead of your growing industry, preorder your copy of the 2020 edition of NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®). This new edition addresses all the challenges that face people today working in electrical-related fields across residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

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Building and Life Safety Toolkits

NFPA Building and Life Safety Toolkits take the guesswork out of finding the right products, so you can be sure to have exactly the tools you need whenever you need them. Enjoy a discounted rate when you purchase these essential codes bundled together.

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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.

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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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Featured training and certification programs

Indianapolis

September 9-13

Seven classes covering electrical safety, fire suppression systems, building and life safety, CFI-I and more.

Electrical

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Equip yourself with the most cutting-edge information and be prepared for any situation with NFPA electrical training & certifications.

Building & Life Safety

A solid foundation makes every facility stronger. Get building and life safety training & certifications from NFPA.

Fire Protection

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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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