NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2025 Edition (Paperback)

NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2025 edition

NFPA 72 sets requirements for fire detection, signaling and emergency communications. Beyond fire alarm systems, it covers mass notification systems used for weather emergencies, terrorist events, biological, chemical and nuclear emergencies and other threats.

This listing is the 2025 edition in paperback, ISBN 9781455931521.

What NFPA 72 covers

• Fire alarm systems
• Fire detection and signaling
• Emergency communication and mass notification systems

Who uses it

Fire alarm designers and installers, NICET technicians, electrical contractors, fire protection engineers and AHJs.

Book details

• Title: NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
• Edition: 2025
• Publisher: National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• ISBN-13: 9781455931521
• Format: Paperback

Questions buyers ask

What is NFPA 72?

The National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, which covers fire alarm, detection, signaling and emergency communication systems.

Does NFPA 72 cover mass notification?

Yes. It includes mass notification systems for weather, security and other emergencies.

Which edition is this?

The 2025 edition. We also stock the 2022 and 2019 editions.

Who should buy NFPA 72?

Anyone who designs, installs, inspects or approves fire alarm systems.

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