Requirements vary between the U.S. and U.K. when it comes to handling building and fire code requirements for buildings under construction.
Shane Clary
Shane Clary, Ph.D., is Security Sales & Integration’s “Fire Side Chat” columnist. He has more than 37 years of security and fire alarm industry experience. He serves on a number of NFPA technical committees, and is vice president of Codes and Standards Compliance for Pancheco, Calif.-based Bay Alarm Co.
Shane Clary's Latest Posts
Fireside Chat: Inside the 2025 Edition of NFPA 72, Part 6
This column wraps up a six-part series reviewing the 2025 edition of NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
Inside the 2025 Edition of NFPA 72, Part 5
This column continues a series reviewing the 2025 edition of NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
Fireside Chat: Inside the 2025 Edition of NFPA 72, Part 4
This column continues a series reviewing the 2025 edition of NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
Fireside Chat: Inside the 2025 Edition of NFPA 72, Part 3
This column continues a series reviewing the 2025 edition of NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
Fireside Chat: Inside the 2025 Edition of NFPA 72, Part 2
Significant changes have been made in the 2025 edition of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.
Fireside Chat: Inside the Updated National Fire Alarm & Signaling Code (NFPA 72)
The 2025 edition of the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA 72) is now available for purchase and review through the NFPA.
Fireside Chat: The National Electrical Code (NEC) is Set for Some Major Changes
The NEC that you use today will not be the same document that you will have after 2026, and then after 2029.
Fireside Chat: Congress Isn’t Exempt From False Fire Alarm Activation
When used properly, these devices provide an early warning of a fire, allowing the occupants to vacate the premises before being trapped.
Fire Side Chat: Carbon Monoxide Remains as Misunderstood as It Is Elusive
NCOAA says a high number of medical issues that are misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all are caused by long-term exposure to CO.
Fire Side Chat: Thermal Cameras Finally Enjoying Day in the Sun
There are many thermal cameras on the market for security uses. A thermal camera for fire detection needs to be designed for that purpose.
Fire Side Chat: The Differences Between NFPA 715 and NFPA 72
NFPA began working on new Standard for the Installation of Fuel Gases Detection and Warning Equipment in 2021.
