Amendments and errata to NFPA standards

Users of NFPA codes, standards, recommended practices, and guides (“NFPA Standards”) should be aware that these documents may be superseded at any time by the issuance of a new edition, may be amended with the issuance of Tentative Interim Amendments (TIAs), or be corrected by Errata. It is intended that through regular revisions and amendments, […]

More clarity in the latest NFPA portable extinguisher standard

The NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers was reorganized in the most recent (2022) edition. Changes include: More clarity around visibility for extinguishers Updates to labeling An update to maintenance requirements that ensures defective gauges are replaced and distorted cylinders are condemned

Updates in 2023’s comprehensive accreditation manual for hospitals

Annually, the Joint Commission releases new requirement updates with its Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals. 2023’s updates for Elements of Performance in the Fire Safety Equipment and Safety Building Features (EC 02.03.05) include: EP 1, Note 2: An updated list of supervisory signal devices. EPs 7 and 8: Deleted requirements and removed documentation icons. EP […]

NFPA 25 2023 edition has hit the streets

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 […]