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Comments sought on proposed Tentative Interim Amendments (TIAs) to NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

The following two proposed Tentative Interim Amendments (TIAs) for NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, are being published for public review and comment: NFPA 72, Proposed TIA No. 1188, referencing various sections on battery, of the 2013 edition NFPA 72, Proposed TIA No. 1189, referencing various sections on battery, of the proposed 2016 edition Anyone may submit a comment on these proposed TIAs by the June 19, 2015 closing date. Along with your comment, please identify the number of the TIA and forward to the Secretary, Standards Council by the closing date.

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Despite valiant effort by safety advocates, New Jersey governor vetoes sprinkler bill

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie delivered a blow to safety advocates on May 7 by "conditionally vetoing" a bill that would have sprinklered new, one- and two-family homes. Christie vetoed a similar bill last legislative session following its passage in the state Assembly and Senate, but this time has requested a closer look at the benefits of sprinklering the state's new townhomes. Citing residents' "struggles" to rebuild after Superstorm Sandy, Christie also noted in his veto message that the bill would "further burden New Jerseyans" by "increasing the upfront cost of every new freestanding home by thousands of dollars." Christie...

Dalmatian Animation is this month's Paradigm Challenge; win $1,000!

Dalmatians played a key role in clearing the road for firefighters before modern sirens were invented. This month, Project Paradigm, in partnership with American Red Cross have come up with a new Paradigm Challenge. They are asking you to draw, design, or create a Dalmatian along with a message about the importance of keeping the roads clear for firefighters, or an idea about how to better clear the roads. Details are simple: CREATE. Draw, design, sculpt (or whatever else you can dream up) a Dalmatian. SHARE. Upload a photo of your creation with a message about the importance keeping the...

Final day for early bird pricing for NFPA Conference & Expo this June

Today is your last chance to save with early bird conference pricing. The full conference pass gives you access to the General Session, all conference education sessions (120+ sessions), the NFPA Technical Meeting, the expo, Accessibility Expo, and

Request for proposals issued for lithium ion batteries in energy storage systems research project

A Request for Proposals has been issued for a new research project Hazard Assessment of Lithium Ion Batteries Used in Energy Storage Systems (ESS). The Foundation is seeking a project contractor to develop a hazard assessment of the usage of lithium ion batteries in ESS. This project is part of an overall initiative with the goal to develop safe installation practices, fire protection guidance, and appropriate emergency response tactics for ESS. Proposals should be submitted to Foundation Executive Director Casey Grant by May 22, 2015, 5:00 pm EDT. Learn more about this request for proposals. The Foundation periodically issues requests...

Comments sought on proposed Tentative Interim Amendment to NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting

The following proposed Tentative Interim Amendment (TIAs) to NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting, is being published for public review and comment: NFPA 1971, Proposed TIA No. 1182, referencing 6.4.8 and A.6.4.8, of the 2013 edition Anyone may submit a comment on this proposed TIA by the June 19, 2015 closing date. Along with your comment, please identify the number of the TIA and forward to the Secretary, Standards Council by the closing date.

New NFPA case study highlights how one community cost-effectively sprinklered all of its new homes

Take a virtual stroll through Homestead at Hartness, a picturesque, cottage community situated on 35 acres in Greenville, South Carolina. Complementing a city already named one of America's best by Lonely Planet is this new development, ripe with amenities including a 90-acre park, fishing ponds, and boat docks. Why Homestead is getting the attention--and praise--from sprinkler advocates is the developer's decision to sprinkler the community's 140 new homes. NFPA's Fire Sprinkler Initiative team visited the community in February to document how the local fire service and builder came to this decision, which was a win-win for all parties. A surprising...

Call for members on new Technical Committee on Tactical Operations for Video Equipment and Cameras

At its April 2015 meeting, the NFPA Standards Council approved a new Technical Committee on Tactical Operations for Video Equipment and Cameras and directed that a call for members be published. The Council voted to approve the request of the IAB/HDSSC to develop a new project on the selection, care, and maintenance of tactical operations video equipment. NFPA and UL have agreed to partner to create standards relating to tactical video cameras and equipment. The Council directed that a call for members interested in serving on the proposed new Technical Committee be published. Staff will return to the Council with...

Call for members on new NFPA Technical Committee on Building Fire & Life Safety Directors

At its April 2015 meeting, the NFPA Standards Council approved a new Technical Committee on Building Fire & Life Safety Directors and directed that a call for members be published. During the March 2014 meeting, the Council considered the request of the Technical Committee on Loss Prevention Procedures and Practices (TC) that NFPA establish a standard for professional practices for facility fire safety planning and fire safety directors. After review of all the material before it, the Council voted to publish a notice to solicit comments on the need for the project, its intended scope and breadth, information on resources...