The NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2022 Edition is a comprehensive guide for the latest standards in fire alarm systems. Released on October 25, 2021, this edition meets the evolving needs and concerns of fire safety professionals today. It covers all aspects of fire alarm and emergency communications systems, including the installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of these critical systems. The new guidelines reflect advanced provisions for these systems, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability, particularly for mass notification systems.

This edition includes vital updates that benefit designers, installers, and authority having jurisdictions (AHJs). It features a tagging program that allows for quick checks on the condition of fire alarm and signaling systems. The book also discusses important concepts like pathway survivability, which ensures that communication systems remain operational during emergencies. With this latest code, professionals in the field can enhance safety protocols and improve response strategies, making it an essential resource for anyone involved in fire alarm and signaling system management.