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Journal NOW: A look back at the 2008 evacuation of Feather River Hospital in Paradise, California

  Eight years ago, in our January/February 2011 issue of NFPA Journal, we ran a feature story titled "Unthinkable," about the 2008 wildfire evacuation of Feather River Hospital in Paradise, California, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada.  

#TBT From The NFPA Archives: The Cocoanut Grove Fire

On November 28, 1942, a fire broke out in Boston's popular Cocoanut Grove Nightclub. 492 lives were lost due to the events that night. 200 people died within feet of the jammed revolving doors.   From Volunteer Firemenv. 10, no. 1 (January

Young couple didn't have to die, says fire chief also taking a strong stance on fire sprinklers

A better understanding of NFPA 70E: electrical work related fatalities and injuries

It has been over a year since I summarized the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) fatal electric injury statistics. You can read my blog about it here. To refresh your memory there currently is an annual average of 192 fatal electrical injuries (U.S.A.).

Journal NOW: In the latest NFPA Journal, a fresh look at online electrical safety training

  Which type of electrical training is better—classroom or online?   That’s the question that kicks of the lead article of “In Compliance” in the November/December issue of NFPA Journal.   The item, written by

#TBT From The NFPA Archives: Thanksgiving Day Wildfires of 1938

November 23rd, 1938 was a Thanksgiving Day to remember in Southern California. A series of wildfires in the hills and mountains surrounding Los Angeles caused an estimated $3,250,000 worth of damage. The various fires were battled by city, county state

Why is it so important for the NEC® to evolve?

NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, has been the cornerstone of the electrical industry for over 120 years. While the NEC Correlating Committee recognizes that the code has to be reactive to trends in the industry, it also recognizes that, working

NFPA 1: Requirements for commercial cooking equipment and updates from NFPA 96, #FireCodefridays, Wednesday edition

Americans are working hard this week at home and at restaurants to prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday. According to NFPA, almost one in 10 (9 percent) of adults plan to eat their Thanksgiving meal at a restaurant. And, in addition, 4 percent of those

The 2019 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code Handbook now available

Efficient design and installation of fire alarm, carbon monoxide, and emergency communications systems require a clear understanding of provisions and the "why" behind compliance. Now you can navigate the changing world of fire alarm and signaling

Soliciting comments on proposed Tentative Interim Amendment to NFPA 72

The following proposed Tentative Interim Amendment (TIA) for the 2019 edition of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code®, is being published for public review and comment:   proposed TIA No. 1410, referencing 2.3.2, I.1.2.2 and