National Fire Protection Association

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National Fire Protection Association

TRADE ORGANIZATION

Formed 1896 "to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education. NFPA membership totals more than 81,000 individuals from around the world and more than 80 national trade and professional organizations."

Official Website:
http://www.nfpa.org/

Location:
Quincy, MA

Founding Date:
1896

Name Occupation Birth Death Known for

James M. Shannon Politician 4-Apr-1952 Congressman from Massachusetts, 1979-85

Keith E. Williams Business c. 1953 CEO of Underwriters Laboratories

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