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    Understanding the New ‘Two-Person’ Requirement for Justified Energized Work in NFPA 70E

    Understanding the New ‘Two-Person’ Requirement for Justified Energized Work in NFPA 70E

    2027 NFPA 70E requires the presence of an additional person when a worker is at risk of injury because they're performing justified energized electrical work.
    June 11, 2026
    CRR: The Good ... and Not So Good

    CRR: The Good ... and Not So Good

    Over the last decade or so, community risk reduction (CRR) has gone from a novelty to perhaps the biggest buzz term in the safety industry. And while more CRR is a great thing, its surging popularity has also caused some safety departments to rush out CRR programs before taking time to analyze their data to understand the what, whys, and hows of their plan. Without data and careful planning, depar
    June 9, 2026
    Dam Disaster

    Dam Disaster

    A 50‑year look back at the 1976 Teton Dam collapse—its causes, devastation, and the safety reforms that followed.
    June 3, 2026
    The State of Electrical Safety

    The State of Electrical Safety

    As National Electrical Safety Month winds down, we are taking stock of some of the biggest electrical safety trends, hazards, and challenges facing both electrical workers and the public. Today on the podcast, Corey Hannahs, NFPA's electrical technical lead, has a wide-ranging conversation with Jennifer Lefevre, the executive director of Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), the organ
    May 26, 2026
    Long View

    Long View

    As fire risks grow more severe, advocates warn that opposition to home fire sprinkler requirements threatens public safety.
    May 26, 2026
    Deeper Look

    Deeper Look

    A new research study uses fire data, code analysis, and egress modeling to assess risks in taller single-exit residential buildings.
    May 26, 2026
    Home Team

    Home Team

    NFPA’s Fire & Life Safety Ecosystem highlights the critical role of home fire sprinklers in protecting lives and property.
    May 26, 2026
    Understanding and Preventing Combustible Dust Explosions

    Understanding and Preventing Combustible Dust Explosions

    An overview of what combustible dust is, how dust explosions occur, and the new NFPA 660.
    May 21, 2026
    Why Early Conclusions About a Fatal Fire in a Building with a Single Exit Stair Are Risky

    Why Early Conclusions About a Fatal Fire in a Building with a Single Exit Stair Are Risky

    After any fire, pointing to one factor alone gives a false sense of understanding to what is often a multi-faceted breakdown of fire and life safety.
    May 21, 2026
    The Transformational President

    The Transformational President

    Inside Jim Pauley's 12-year leadership journey that modernized NFPA and strengthened its global safety mission.
    May 19, 2026
    Bold Moves

    Bold Moves

    From NFPA LiNK to global growth, a look at the transformative initiatives of Pauley’s presidency.
    May 19, 2026
    Melby's Tale

    Melby's Tale

    Learn how first responders, animal rescue specialists, and NFPA 2500 played a role in saving Melby, a manatee trapped in a Florida storm drain.
    May 18, 2026
    A Decade of Progress

    A Decade of Progress

    A decade into its 30-year mission, the FFCCS is delivering critical insights into firefighter cancer causes and predictors.
    May 18, 2026
    Building Site Safety

    Building Site Safety

    NFPA 241's 2027 edition introduces new guidance for construction fire safety, emergency notification, crane risks, and lithium-ion batteries.
    May 18, 2026
    One Step Closer

    One Step Closer

    A Congressional hearing on the Pro Codes Act highlighted the importance of protecting copyrighted safety codes and standards.
    May 18, 2026
    Oval Ovation

    Oval Ovation

    NFPA brought its “Safety Doesn’t Happen By Chance” campaign to NASCAR with the inaugural NFPA 250 race at Martinsville Speedway.
    May 18, 2026
    Tough Conversations

    Tough Conversations

    As wildfire risks grow, communities and homeowners must take greater responsibility for preparedness and risk reduction.
    May 18, 2026
    Bigger Picture

    Bigger Picture

    New research shows wildfire smoke may contribute to respiratory illness, heart disease, mental health impacts, and excess deaths beyond official counts.
    May 18, 2026
    Hill Day

    Hill Day

    NFPA staff met with lawmakers in Washington, D.C., to advocate for copyright protections, the Pro Codes Act, and the future of safety standards.
    May 18, 2026
    After Fatal Incident, Learn More About Confined Space Chemical Testing and Steps to Help Ensure Safer Entry

    After Fatal Incident, Learn More About Confined Space Chemical Testing and Steps to Help Ensure Safer Entry

    Confined spaces can be oxygen deficient and contain toxic gases, rapidly leading to worker injury or death.
    May 14, 2026