Codes and standards published by NFPA are displayed as read-only under license from NFPA solely for use within this system. NFPA material may not be downloaded, printed, reproduced, or transferred.

New guidance on fire risk assessment methods.

The application of fire risk assessment methods in developing fire and life safety solutions continues to increase. NFPA 551 is a brand new document that identifies various types of fire risk assessment methods and describes the properties these methods should possess. It provides guidance that was previously unavailable to those responsible for approving or evaluating fire and life safety solutions based on a fire risk assessment. In addition, the Guide serves as an important resource to those who conduct these assessments.