National Fire Protection Association

National Fire Protection Association
AbbreviationNFPA
FoundedNovember 6, 1896 (November 6, 1896)
TypeNonprofit
FocusIndustry standards, publications, conferences
HeadquartersQuincy, Massachusetts, U.S.
Area served
Worldwide
Members50,000 (2023)
President and CEO
Jim Pauley
Volunteers9,000 (2023)
Websitenfpa.org

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a U.S.-based international nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property damage, and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. As of 2023, the NFPA claims to have 50,000 members and 9,000 volunteers working with the organization through its 250 technical committees.