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Andrew Shanahan presenting NFPA 4 integrated system testing training to the JLL team
September 10, 2026

Understanding NFPA 4: Why Building Owners Should Be Preparing Now

Learn how NFPA 4 integrated system testing training can help building owners, property managers, facilities teams, and project
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Fire safety professional inspecting a fire alarm control panel
June 16, 2026

NFPA 4 Integrated System Testing: A Guide for Building Owners

NFPA 4 integrated system testing checks whether fire protection and life safety systems operate together as intended. In
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Diagram of an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) beside a house
June 4, 2026

The Hidden Costs of Adding an ADU: Fire Protection, Egress, and Code Compliance

Adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit is often treated as a simple renovation, but it can trigger costly fire
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Boston Fire Department patch
March 12, 2026

Boston Fire Department’s Integrated System Test Plan

The Boston Fire Department has issued guidance on submitting NFPA 4 integrated system testing plans for both new
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Fire command center with fire alarm and smoke control panels
March 12, 2026

Practical Impacts of NFPA 4

NFPA 4 requires integrated testing of fire protection and life safety systems in many buildings, including high-rises and
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Illuminated exit sign in a smoke-filled corridor
March 12, 2026

Inspections, Testing, and Maintenance on Smoke Control Systems

Smoke control systems require regular inspection and testing under NFPA 92, but many building owners misunderstand what is
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Smoke detector with smoke
December 1, 2025

UPDATE: 780 CMR 10th Edition: Smoke Alarm Changes & Low-Frequency Requirements

The 10th Edition of 780 CMR changes how smoke alarms and audible notification must be provided in condominium
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Fire sprinkler pipe and pendant sprinkler head
October 30, 2024

Sprinkler Monitoring and Fire Alarm Systems

The requirement for a fire alarm system is often overlooked on smaller projects, particularly in sprinklered buildings. In
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Mass notification strobe and speaker
May 1, 2023

Mass Notification Systems (MNS)

In the past 20+ years, the prevalence of Mass Notification Systems (MNS) has increased as building owners and
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