NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
Individual and Family ServicesMassachusetts, United States201-500 Employees
The National Fire Protection Association is a standards organization focused on fire safety, with roots dating back to 1922 and a long-standing tradition of Fire Prevention Week to raise awareness of fire risks. It develops and maintains codes and standards and provides access to safety information through digital platforms such as NFPA LiNK and NFPA Link. Its audience includes professionals and organizations seeking guidance on fire protection, electrical safety, and related safety compliance. The organization is based in Quincy, Massachusetts, and employs several hundred people. In 2026, NFPA announced the development of NFPA 800 to address safety challenges posed by current battery technologies and to provide a framework adaptable to future advancements. The same year, the organization launched a standard related to combustible dust, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage evolving fire hazards.