When retrofitting, renovating or remodeling, contractors should consider several factors to ensure a building is safe for its occupants. 

The Society of Fire Protection Engineers has appointed Jonathan L. Hodges, Ph.D., chair of its RTM Committee, where he will help guide the organization’s research and technical initiatives.

Ensure your fire sprinkler systems remain effective and water supplies stay safe by understanding the critical role of backflow assembly supervision and testing.

The National Fire Sprinkler Association will recognize industry leaders, technical experts and public safety advocates during its 2026 Annual Seminar and Business & Leadership Conference in Seattle.

Ashley will start July 1 and will work alongside Jim Pauley who has served as NFPA president and CEO since 2014 and will retire at the end of July.

AFSA’s scholarship program continues to grow, educating hundreds of thousands of people and awarding over $350,000 through this contest. 

Three-day program offers immersive, real-world training to help contractors and inspectors master ITM requirements under NFPA 13 and NFPA 25.

NFPA’s 2026 Conference & Expo will bring thousands of safety professionals to Las Vegas for three days of education, code insights and emerging trends across fire, electrical and life safety.

The event will take place on April 9-10, 2026, in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

In the world of fire protection engineering, "the latest and greatest" isn't always the law of the land—but following the minimum requirements of an outdated code could be a costly mistake.