The first edition of the set of "International Codes" (to replace the regional codes issued by BOCA, SBCCI and ICBO) has issued in 2000, and action on the first revision (2001 supplement) has also occurred this years. NFPA has announced that they will be responsible for an alternative set of codes, in particular a new building code, entitled NFPA 5000. New fire standards are being issued by ASTM and NFPA, on a continuing basis. Regulatory authorities are developing fire safety requirements for various applications, most notably in transportation and furniture or furnishings. European requirements are also being modified. This paepr will discuss the most relevant activities.
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