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The accreditation adds to SCB’s already comprehensive menu of certification services for organizations wishing to demonstrate their capabilities through systems certification.
Better real-time fire data and thoughtful design decisions — especially around EV charging layouts — are essential to improving safety in future parking garages.
July 1, 2026
Did you know the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) estimates approximately 650 parking garage fires occur annually in the United States, resulting in an estimated $8 million in property damage and 15 injuries each year?
Major events — especially the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair amoebic dysentery outbreak — led to better research, plumbing codes and the development of testable backflow prevention devices.
The history of backflow prevention is a story of public health incidents over the years, in which health officials and members of the plumbing industry learned the dangers and health hazards associated with cross-connections after investigating backflow incidents that sickened and killed many people.
IAPMO is pleased to announce that In Compliance, a German-based consulting firm specializing in international product compliance requirements and regulations, has joined the IAPMO family.
NFPA recognized outstanding accomplishments and leadership in fire, electrical, and life safety at its Stars at Night awards gala on Sunday, June 21, part of the NFPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas.
A new INCITS standards initiative will develop a framework for managing the unique risks associated with advanced frontier AI systems, and stakeholders from industry, government, academia, and civil society are encouraged to participate.