Code of Ethics Are you ethically representing your engineering profession? June 5, 2017 Scott A. Futrell PE, FSFPE No Comments As professional engineers, we have a code of ethics to perform only in our area of expertise based upon education...Read More
Venting Systems What you need to know about standards and testing for systems of fuel-fired appliances. June 4, 2017 Doug Page No Comments Energy codes are driving the installation of boilers and domestic hot water heaters that are high-efficiency condensing Category IV appliances....Read More
NFPA Braces for 2017 Conference With the help of surveys from last year’s conference, the NFPA adds themes and seminars for a “renewed sense of excitement, energy and empowerment. May 8, 2017 No Comments It’s been more than 300 days since the 2016 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Conference & Expo wrapped up in...Read More
Code Classroom Know the Codes and Standards that Apply to You! Federal court rules on copyright protections for codes and standards organizations. May 8, 2017 Ron George No Comments Recently, there was a U.S. District Court decision that affects our ability to have free access to most codes and...Read More
NFSA reacts to Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act March 13, 2017 No Comments On March 9, Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Sen. Tom Carper (D-Delaware) filed the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act, and Rep....Read More
AFSA offers $20,000 in college scholarships? March 8, 2017 No Comments Finding ways to pay for college can be one of the toughest challenges for high school seniors. The American Fire...Read More
ASA Appointed to the NFPA 54 and NFPA 58 Technical Committees January 5, 2017 No Comments Hugo Aguilar, PE, director of codes and standards for the American Supply Association, has been appointed to represent ASA as...Read More
Protecting Fire Protection Who is responsible for the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protection systems? December 13, 2016 Scott A. Futrell PE, FSFPE No Comments It is time to reevaluate the relevance and effectiveness of the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Standard for the Inspection,...Read More
New NFPA Study Indicates Strong Support for Home Fire Sprinklers November 28, 2016 No Comments A new study by the Fire Protection Research Foundation highlights positive opinions of home fire sprinklers by homeowners and most...Read More
AFSA Announces 2017 Schedule for Sprinkler System Planning School November 8, 2016 No Comments The American Fire Sprinkler Association announces the 2017 schedule for its Beginning Fire Sprinkler System Planning School. Six 2017 sessions...Read More