The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a globally recognized non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating death, injury, property, and economic loss caused by fire, electrical, and related hazards. Established in 1896 in the United States, NFPA develops internationally respected fire and life safety codes, standards, training, and certification programs used across industries worldwide. (nfpa.org) NFPA is best known for publishing more than 300 codes and standards, including the widely adopted NFPA 70® National Electrical Code (NEC®), NFPA 101® Life Safety Code®, and standards related to fire protection systems, hazardous materials, emergency response, industrial safety, and electrical safety. These standards are used by governments, industries, engineers, and safety professionals to improve fire prevention and operational safety. (nfpa.org) The organization also provides professional training, certifications, conferences, research, and educational programs to support fire protection engineers, emergency responders, safety professionals, and organizations in achieving higher safety standards and regulatory compliance. NFPA training programs are internationally respected and help organizations improve emergency preparedness, fire risk management, and workplace safety performance. (nfpa.org) NFPA’s mission is to help save lives and reduce loss through information, knowledge, and passion dedicated to fire, electrical, and life safety. Today, NFPA standards and training are recognized and implemented in many countries around the world as benchmarks for safety excellence. (nfpa.org)