How Are Codes and Standards Developed?
This informative webinar is to better understand the ICC and NFPA codes and standards development process. The first part of the webinar examines the path to adoption; starting with public input to committee hearings, then final voting to adoption by the jurisdiction. Then, a panel discussion highlighting dozens of AFAA member’s participation in the code process and how you can get involved.
*Original presentation done by members of the AFAA Codes & Standards Committee: Richard Roberts, Chris Creamer, Jim Loftus, and Jason Webb on December 15, 2021.
Course Details
For Distributors
Distributors may purchase multiple copies of packages to distribute to learners, and follow their progress. Bulk discounts are below.
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Instructors
Richard Roberts
Over thirty-five years of experience in the installation, sales, commissioning and product management of code compliant commercial fire alarm, carbon monoxide detection and security systems. Currently Mr. Roberts is responsible for codes and standards development at the federal, state & local level as well as influencing changes to legislation.
Board & Committee affiliations:
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): Member of 14 NFPA Technical Committees
Underwriters Laboratories (UL): Member of 2 Standards Technical Panels (STP’s) for carbon monoxide detection
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
Automatic Fire Alarm Association (AFAA)
International Code Council (ICC)
National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM)
Center for Campus Fire Safety (CCFS)
Safer Buildings Coalition (SBC)
Security Industry Association (SIA)