National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

06/03/2026

Safety codes and standards protect us every day, wherever we are. To keep us safe tomorrow, we all need to understand how they work and why it matters.

Explore why independent safety standards matter and how they protect your community: dontchancesafety.org

06/01/2026

Hurricane season is here, and now is the time to prepare for what safer recovery looks like before severe weather even arrives.

From safely using portable generators during power outages to knowing when lithium-ion battery–powered devices are no longer safe to use, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has resources to help you get ready, respond, and stay safe during hurricanes, floods, and other large-scale natural disasters.

NFPA also offers free tools and guidance to support responders and entire communities during storm recovery.

Don’t wait until a storm is on the radar, get prepared today.

Learn more: https://nfpa.social/4meK1g3

05/29/2026

Home fires today can become deadly in two minutes or less, making early protection more important than ever.
As the Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition marks its 30th anniversary, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Vice President of Outreach & Advocacy, Lorraine Carli, reflects on the lifesaving impact home fire sprinklers have had over the past three decades.

Fires are fast, but fire sprinklers are faster!

Watch Lorraine's message and learn why home fire sprinklers remain such a critical part of home fire safety.

HFSC President Lorraine Carli introduces the new home fire sprinkler exhibit at the Hall of Flame Museum in Phoenix, Arizona. It includes all of the componen...

05/28/2026

It’s not too late to register for the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Conference & Expo® — and it’s even better with your team.

Take advantage of the Group Pass when registering 3 or more attendees and experience:
✔️ 130+ education sessions
✔️ 400+ exhibitors
✔️ CEU opportunities
✔️ Networking with industry leaders
✔️ Hands-on learning and live demos

Bring your team, share insights, and return with ideas you can put into action immediately.

Register today! https://www.nfpa.org/events/conference

05/27/2026

Now more than ever, it’s important to understand where safety starts and how we can help protect it.

Learn more at: dontchancesafety.org

05/27/2026

The final theme of this year's National Electrical Safety Month centers on safe electric vehicle (EV) installations and EV charging safety.

According to multiple reports, over 1 in 5 new vehicles sold globally in 2024 were electric. Some experts predict this share will increase to about 50 percent over the next decade.

It's critical for professionals and consumers alike to understand the hazards and know how to mitigate them.

Learn more: https://nfpa.social/4toShMP

05/26/2026

The fire and explosion at a Maine lumber mill that killed one firefighter and injured several other people earlier this month involved combustible dust, according to new information released today by the Office of the Maine State Fire Marshal.

Combustible dust is a significant yet often misunderstood industrial hazard that can result in flash fires and even explosions under certain conditions.

Learn more in our latest blog: https://nfpa.social/4dRAqrX

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

At National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), we wish you a meaningful and safe Memorial Day.

05/24/2026

Standing with the fire service community and honoring the lives and sacrifice of these brave firefighters. 🖤

05/21/2026

As Jim Pauley approaches his final months as National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 7th President & CEO, he reflects on his 12 years of guiding the organization through a series of threats, challenges, and opportunities.

Read NFPA Journal’s in-depth profile of one of the most transformational leaders in NFPA’s 130-year history. https://nfpa.social/4dBPjOR