NFPA 72, published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is a wide-ranging standard that spans the application, installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, equipment, and their components.

This 2022 edition contains a significant number of changes you should be aware of since its last revision in 2019. Even if your jurisdiction will not immediately adopt the 2022 edition of the standard, it’s important to know what NFPA 72 contains in order to better plan for the future.

Among the hundreds of changes, this white paper looks at NFPA 72’s top five and why they’re important. Whether you’re an architect, engineer, contractor, or building owner/manager, make sure you review this important information.