The latest edition of NFPA 25 has been released by the NFPA and has multiple new and improved and revised items to review. Of particular note, please see the changes to Table A.3.3.8, where the committee approved allowing multiple options for determining whether an item is: Non-Critical, Critical, or an Impairment.
“Where Table A.3.3.8 shows more than one classification, the intent is to demonstrate that the proper classification should consider the context in which the condition exists. It is important to note that many conditions will require the system to be impaired to correct and the impairment procedures found in Chapter 15 apply.”
Fire and life safety work doesn’t look the same for every contractor. Some teams focus primarily on recurring inspections and compliance reporting. Others balance inspections with service calls, repairs, and ongoing maintenance across multiple sites and systems. Many fire protection businesses fall somewhere in between—managing a mix of scheduled inspections, emergency service, deficiency tracking, and […]
Mechanical inspections don’t look the same for every contractor. Residential teams need to move fast, stay consistent, and clearly communicate results to customers. Commercial contractors often need more capabilities—like detailed asset tracking, preventative maintenance, and help staying compliant. Many mechanical businesses sit somewhere in the middle, handling a mix of both. The problem? Most inspection […]