NFSA

National Fire Sprinkler Association

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#TimberlineCO FD Debuts New Fire Station, and YES! It's protected with a new #firesprinkler system. Protecting those that protect us. #fastestwater https://t.co/a9PAyVXDHy

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#Joliet,IL-#FireSprinkler System Contains #Fire in Walmart All Safe #fastestwater https://t.co/NJ7Sn2Ia1b

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#NFSAmembers-Have you tried NFSA's ChatEOD? You've got #firesprinkler questions, we have the answers 24/7! Sign-in to your member account to view. https://t.co/FWDGwrhokD

[BShifter @BlueCardHZ]

🚨 We're talking about this because it isn't being talked about enough.

On this episode of the B Shifter Podcast, we're joined by National Fire Sprinkler Association President Shane Ray, Assistant Chief Scott Williams, Blue Card Program Director Josh Blum, and John Vance for a timely discussion every firefighter, company officer, and incident commander needs to hear.

We discuss:
▪️ Why "big box" and "mega warehouse" are not the same fire problem
▪️ The Ohio case study where disciplined command and patience prevented firefighter tragedy
▪️ Why supporting the sprinkler system is often your highest tactical priority
▪️ Building the "Big Four" before committing crews: FDC supply, attack team, roof report, and on-deck crew
▪️ Why routine ventilation can work against sprinkler-controlled fires
▪️ How to read the riser, fire pump, and alarm panel to understand fire growth
▪️ Why sprinkler contractors, alarm contractors, and the water utility should be requested early
▪️ How NFPA 13E and NFPA 1700 are changing SOPs, preplans, and training
▪️ Why decisions made during design, construction, and code enforcement directly impact firefighter safety years later
This isn't theory. These are lessons learned from real incidents and real firefighters who have managed these buildings successfully.
🎙️ Listen now and share this episode with your officers, training division, and command staff. The next mega warehouse fire in your community won't wait until you're ready: https://t.co/NKfHr2aFbd

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#DecorahIA: Redevelopment project to transform historic downtown buildings into new housing and commercial space while preserving the community’s architectural history is underway, and #firesprinklers are part of the plan! Preserving history w/#fastestwater! https://t.co/y3aLvXiP8e

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#RockfordIL #CommercialFire: #Firefighters arrived to find flames burning inside an exhaust stack above a heat-treating machine. Two #firesprinklers had already activated, helping contain the fire and prevent it from spreading. All safe! #fastestwater https://t.co/sy6v3h7FlY

[Suzanne Mayr @NWnfsa]

It's a wrap! @NFSAorg packs up after a successful run talking #fastestwater at the @NFPA Expo in Vegas. See you next year in San Antonio!

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

🚨Join us in Brighton, MI for our Mega-Warehouse Seminar! Registration is now open and spots are limited.

Register Now: https://t.co/0yTlNvCJj8

[Common Voices @CommonVoices1]

#SanFrancisco bans uncertified #lithiumbatteries. “These batteries have caused over 100 building fires, hundreds of families displaced, and millions in property damage. They are more prone to catch fire, and when they do burn faster and more toxic for our firefighters. This legislation will now ensure San Franciscans know that when they are purchasing an e-bike or scooter that it has a certified lithium ion battery.” https://t.co/fcbR74RH4g

[Suzanne Mayr @NWnfsa]

@HFSCorg participates in a panel discussion on proven strategies that win support for home fire sprinklers today at @NFPA. Thanks Peg, Marny and Lisa for all you do with the coalition to promote #fastestwater! @NFSAorg

[Suzanne Mayr @NWnfsa]

@thop264 @NFSAorg's Terin Hopkins along with NFPA 14 committee present the Future of Standpipes this morning at @NFPA Conference and Expo in Vegas. Great work on the NFPA 14 Standard! #fastestwater

[Common Voices @CommonVoices1]

#Indianapolis-And so it begins! Please teach your kids about the dangers of playing with #fireworks! The roof of the building collapsed, tenants were displaced and a #firefighter was injured! https://t.co/1EDbd83oU6

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#HendersonNVApt #Fire: "The apartment’s #firesprinkler system initially controlled the fire, which helped #firefighters contain the flames to the kitchen, preventing any spread to other units" #fastestwater https://t.co/39e9CbRsdp

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#HeadlinesWeLove #ERockhillNJ: #FireSprinkler System Extinguishes Classroom #Fire. "the building’s sprinkler system quickly extinguished the flames before anyone was hurt" #fastestwater https://t.co/UatsA4vydy

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#MidlandMI-#Fire at Printing Co. Contained by #FireSprinklers, extinguished by #Firefighters. Employees all safe!#fastestwater+firefighters=unbeatable team! https://t.co/4S4Wsca1G6

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

We’re excited to welcome Saguaro Fire Protection as a new member!

Learn more about the benefits of NFSA membership and how to join: https://t.co/0EknKWdb95

[Suzanne Mayr @NWnfsa]

@NFSAorg's Jon Nisja and @NFPA's Tucker McGree get ready to share data on fire sprinkler effectiveness and performance at the NFPA conference this afternoon. #fastestwater works!

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#HeadlinesWeLove #LakeTahoeNV: #FireSprinkler System Helps Limit #HomeFire Before Crews Arrive https://t.co/MsQnlAMmeL

[NFSA @NFSAorg]

#TeamNFSA is looking forward to Day 2 of the @NFPA Expo! We had a fantastic turnout for Day 1 and are ready for an even better Day 2! Come see us at Booth #771 to talk all things #firesprinklers and try your luck on our Sprinklo board. We look forward to connecting with everyone!