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Building Codes: Partners

The following list of fire and trade industry organizations have expressed an interest in working with IAFF to improve our fire and building codes. Working together helps to strengthen the case for safer buildings through more robust codes.

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Code Organizations
  • International Code Council (ICC)
  • International Residential Code Fire Sprinkler Coalition
  • ICC Evaluation Service
  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
  • NFPA Codes & Standards (can be viewed at no cost)
Fire Safety research organizations
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  • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Research Foundation
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  • Phoenix Society
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Trade Organizations
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