OSHA Withdraws COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate for Employers
On January 25, 2022, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that it is withdrawing its COVID-19 vaccination and testing Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS), which OSHA originally issued on November 5, 2022 and required employers with more than 100 employees to develop, implement, and enforce a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination or testing policy. The withdrawal will be effective on January 26, 2022.
Although OSHA is withdrawing the ETS as an enforceable temporary standard, it is keeping the ETS provisions in place to serve as a notice of proposed rulemaking for a permanent COVID-19 Healthcare Standard.
Even with the COVID-19 ETS withdrawn, OSHA will be able to use its enforcement of the General Duty Clause to address workplace responses to COVID-19, which requires employers to provide their employees with a safe and healthy workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm.
OSHA’s full announcement on its withdrawal of the COVID-19 ETS is available here.
ECA ’22 Heads to Nashville
POP QUIZ…
What US city can boast being home to the best haunted hotel in the US, has TWO of the stages named on the “Top Global Venue for Live Music” list, was recently named the eighth best city in the US by the Readers’ Choice Awards, AND will be hosting ECA ’22?
Music City, baby!
That’s right, ECA ’22 – the FCIA Education & Committee Action Conference – packs up and heads to Nashville, TN this May 17-20, 2022.
Registration is Now Open. Learn More
Tips for Managing Volatile Materials Pricing
FCIA recently posted tips from the law office of Hendrick, Phillips, Salzman & Siegel on how to manage volatile materials pricing challenges. “Recent price volatility of construction materials, including, but not limited to, steel, copper, lumber, and PVC, has left contractors faced with another challenge in completing their work at the price they quoted.” Read More
FCIA Special Alert – UL Numbering System
UL has just announced a new numbering system for firestop systems and fire-resistive joint systems.
Two tested and listed system categories are moving from a 4-digit System Number to a 5-digit System Number soon (Ex: C-AJ-20000, after C-AJ-2999). Moving forward, when a 4-digit UL numbering series runs out of system numbers, UL will expand the series to a 5-digit numbering system, while existing systems numbers do not change.
Resources are posted on FCIA’s Technical Resource Page and UL’s Resources Page.
Life Safety Digest, The Magazine of Effective Compartmentation
The newest issue of Life Safety Digest, The Magazine of Effective Compartmentation, is here! Check out the Multi-Family/Industrial Occupancy focused issue for articles on:
- ‘It’s Not the Fire – A Case for Improving Steel Fire Door Performance in Buildings’;
- ‘Maintaining Fire-Resistance Protection in Multi-Family and Other Occupancies’;
- ‘Passive Fire Protection in Industrial Applications’;
- ‘Your Questions Answered – From the FCIA Inbox’;
- and more!
Barrier Management Video Series Available Online
The Barrier Management Symposium is a one- or two-day Symposium hosted around North America by ASHE regions and chapters, APPA chapters, ICC chapters, and others that features technical education from industry experts on the various elements of Barrier Management.
Developed to educate and increase awareness about how various barriers are ‘D’esigned, ‘I’nstalled, ‘I’nspected, and ‘M’aintained for long-term fire and life safety, the Symposium is perfect for:
- Health Care Facility Engineers, Directors, and their Staff;
- Educational Facility Engineers, Directors, and their Staff;
- Code Officials and Fire Marshals;
- and More.
Learn more about the Barrier Management Symposium and upcoming events year you.
FCIA Partners with Fire Conference in Saudi Arabia
The 3rd edition of International Fire Operations Conference & Exhibition, the largest showcase of Fire Protection Technology & Innovation in the Arabian Gulf. IFOC 2022 scheduled for 13-17 March 2022 will be held under the esteemed patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz Bin Saud Bin Naif Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, KSA and exclusively hosted at the Hilton Riyadh Hotel by The General Directorate of Civil Defense, KSA with the Strategic Partnership and co-organization of Saudi Aramco and under the umbrella of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) & officially organised by iCONEX.
FCIA and Life Safety Digest are proud to partner with this event and to raise awareness of the importance of the ‘DIIM’ of Firestopping. We look forward to growing our new partnership!
Professional Liability Insurance for FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members
Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors and Special Inspection Agencies can now take advantage of a new FCIA endorsed Professional Liability Insurance program with The Norman Spencer Insurance Group.
FCIA’s leadership worked with The Norman Spencer Insurance Group to assemble a program that closes the gap between General Liability Insurance and Professional Liability Insurance that understands your business, your operations, your risk management needs. This program offers a unique Professional Liability insurance coverage designed specifically for Firestop Contractors and Special Inspection Agencies. It is administered by the Norman Spencer Insurance Group, and is underwritten by Lloyds of London.
This program gives you, the Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor, the opportunity to leverage relationships and experience, for a better insurance value.
FCIA Firestop Certificate of Achievement Education Program (FCAEP)
Announcing the NEW multi-level FCIA Certificate of Achievement Education Program (FCAEP).
The FCAEP brings the student a depth of knowledge in firestopping and other effective compartmentation elements and assemblies and allows them to separate themselves from those that don’t know firestopping by providing personnel a verifiable level of competence in the field of firestopping and effective compartmentation.
Participants in the Firestop FCAEP begin with the FCAEP Firestop Level 1 program. A Certificate of Achievement is awarded after watching each FCIA Recorded Education Course and scoring an 80% or higher on the quizzes and the Firestop Level 1 Final Exam. FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Member Companies can also purchase the Firestop Level 2 Program, as well as get BIG DISCOUNTS on their purchases.
Hot News
01/28/22 January 28, 2022
The FCIA Board of Directors met this week, and oh boy, did they get a lot of important work accomplished! Thanks to all our Board members for their dedication to FCIA and the firestop industry!
By the way: Did you know that all FCIA Committee Chairs and Members, including our FCIA Board of Directors, are volunteers? Thanks to all who choose to get involved and donate their time and myriad talents to FCIA and the advancement of the firestop and effective compartmentation industry.
01/26/22 January 26, 2022
The FCIA Board of Directors meets this week to welcome new Board Member, Gus Mancini, and to begin work on 2022 initiatives. Thank you to our Board members for their volunteerism and work to advance FCIA and the firestop industry!
01/21/22 January 21, 2022
POP QUIZ…What US city can boast being home to the best haunted hotel in the US, has TWO of the stages named on the “Top Global Venue for Live Music” list, was recently named the eighth best city in the US by the Readers’ Choice Awards, AND will be hosting ECA ’22? Music City, baby! That’s right, ECA ’22 is heading to Nashville, TN this May 17-20, 2022! Registration is now open. Check it out!
01/13/22 January 13, 2022
Registration is now open for our February webinar, ‘The ‘DIIM’ of Firestopping = Safer Buildings for All’, with Bill McHugh (FCIA) and Rich Walke (CTI for FCIA).
When: Wednesday, February 16, 2022
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT
01/06/22 January 6, 2022
Welcome to 2022! FCIA Members, renew your membership today to keep your member benefits in place through 2022! Questions? Contact us today!
01/03/22 January 3, 2022
Happy New Year from FCIA! We hope you had a healthy and wonderful holiday season with family and loved ones!
12/27/21 December 27, 2021
Have you heard? FCIA is now in India! If you’re involved in the passive fire protection industry in India, Join FCIA Today!
12/22/21 December 22, 2021
Hot off the press: the FCIA Newsletter is here! Catch up on all things FCIA and firestop today!
12/21/21 December 21, 2021
Registration is open for the first session in the 2022 FCIA Educational Webinar Series, ‘Fire Doors Have One Job!’ with Keith Pardoe (Door Safety, LLC).
When: Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Time: 10:00 am CST – 12:00 pm CST
12/21/21 December 21, 2021
Happy Holidays from FCIA!
In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, the FCIA office will be closed Friday, December 24 and December 31.
See you in 2022!
11/23/21 November 23, 2021
Thanks to Keith Pardoe (Door Safety LLC) and all those who participated in today’s webinar on Fire Doors. Find the presentation here. And stay tuned to www.FCIA.org for more information about future sessions with Keith!
11/18/21 November 18, 2021
10/21/21 October 21, 2021
Did You Know…Firestop labels that state the system number, make it easier for both new construction firestop inspection and annual visual inspection required by the International Fire Code. That’s right…it’s label time!
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
10/12/21 October 12, 2021
Did You Know….Marking walls and floors with the tested and listed system number shortens inspection time? That is one of the reasons specifiers are adding labelling for firestop systems to their firestopping specifications.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
10/08/21 October 8, 2021
Check this out from ICC. Can you guess who was the proponent at the International Building Code Development Process to get this done? Yes, FCIA – Now, multi-family residential has special inspection for firestopping – part of the FCIA’s DIIM for fire and life safety!
10/07/21 October 7, 2021
FCIA’s 2021 and 2024 IBC Code Development Process went well. We added safety through special inspection for residential occupancy greater than 250, clarified that manufacturers instructions AND tested and listed systems are needed for proper firestopping, worked with William Koffel and Richard Walke, Tony Crimi and other friends. hear more at FCIA’s FIC Conference, in a few weeks. Thanks to Eirene Knott, MCP for the best code hearing picture!
10/05/21 October 5, 2021
Did You Know…FCIA is has a Recommended Professional Practice for Identification Systems, AND it’s available FREE to FCIA Members, Specifiers, and AHJ’s? It identifies the types of labels and recommends where on the barrier or penetrating item the identification should be located.
Want a copy? Email us to get it now. Not a member? Join now!
09/30/21 September 30, 2021
Did You Know…Firestop Special Inspection happens most where there are the most projects with firestopping. Did you also know FCIA worked with International Accreditation Services to build a firestopping section of IAS Accreditation Criteria AC-291.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
09/22/21 September 22, 2021
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘The Nuts and Bolts of Fire, Fire/Smoke, Smoke, and Ceiling/Radiation Dampers’ with Kent Maune (Ruskin). And, thanks to a dynamic and engaged audience, we had an extremely informative Q&A session at the end!
09/22/21 September 22, 2021
09/21/21 September 21, 2021
Did You Know…FCIA’s ‘DIIM’ of firestopping – proper ‘D’esign, ‘I’nstallation, ‘I’nspection, and ‘M’aintenance of Protection – results in safe buildings due to fire-resistance working when called up on by fire or smoke.
The proper ‘DIIM’ of firestopping includes ‘I’nstallation of Firestop Systems by FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor Members and FM 4991 Approved and/or UL Qualified Firestop Contractors AND Special Inspection for installed Firestop Systems.
In fact, Special Inspection for Firestop Systems was born at ECA ’99, the FCIA Education and Committee Action Conference 1999 – in response to Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and the industry’s identified need for it.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
09/20/21 September 20, 2021
Hot off the press: It’s the September FCIA eNewsletter! This month’s edition is full of important information, like the recently announced change to the UL Numbering System, updates on FIC ’21, information on Special Inspection, and so much more. Read It Online Today!
09/16/21 September 16, 2021
UL has just announced a new numbering system for firestop systems and fire-resistive joint systems. Two tested and listed system categories are moving from a 4-digit System Number to a 5-digit System Number soon (Ex: C-AJ-20000, after C-AJ-2999). Resources are posted on FCIA’s Technical Resource Pages, and UL’s Resources Pages. Moving forward, when a 4-digit UL numbering series runs out of system numbers, UL will expand the series to a 5-digit numbering system, while existing systems numbers do not change.
09/15/21 September 15, 2021
Your Marketing Committee is on the move again, advocating for the firestop industry, the Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and Special Inspection, FCIA Members, and more! Today’s group? The National Association of State Fire Marshals! Special thanks to Taylor Benay (National Firestopping Solutions, Inc.)!
09/14/21 September 14, 2021
Did You Know…Firestop special inspection occurs in a wide range of buildings.
Did you also know that FCIA’s Firestop Manual of Practice has an 80-page section on firestop special inspection? And that the FM and UL Firestop Exams have a questions on firestop installation AND inspection? FCIA Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members are your best and safest choice for ensuring firestop systems are properly installed and fire and life safety is preserved.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
09/13/21 September 13, 2021
On Sept. 9, US President Biden announced that the US Dept. of Labor will issue an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) requiring employers with 100 or more employees to ensure their employees either get vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing. When published in the Federal Register, the ETS will become effective immediately in states under OSHA jurisdiction. The 22 states with State OSHA plans will have 30 days to issue rules at least as effective as the federal ETS standard. Watch OSHA’s website for details.
09/07/21 September 7, 2021
Did You Know…Where firestop special inspection is mandated, the use of a FM 4991 Approved or UL-ULC Qualified Firestop Contractor is already specified. FCIA Member Contractors & Special Inspection Agencies are the best!
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
09/03/21 September 3, 2021
Registration is open for ‘The Nuts and Bolts of Fire, Fire/Smoke, Smoke, and Ceiling/Radiation Dampers’ with Kent Maune (Ruskin).
When: Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Time: 10:00 am CDT
09/02/21 September 2, 2021
In honor of the US and Canadian Labor Day holidays, the FCIA office will be closed Monday, September 6. Enjoy the holiday weekend!
09/01/21 September 1, 2021
With so much of the world in COVID-19 flux still, there’s one thing you can count on: dynamite firestop education with FCIA! This November 2-5, join FCIA IN-PERSON OR ONLINE for three days of education focused on the firestop industry, code updates, team development, technical updates, and more. Learn more
08/31/21 August 31, 2021
Did You Know…Back in 1999, FCIA asked Mike Pfeiffer, VP Codes at ICC, ‘Why don’t we have firestop inspection like fireproofing does?” Mike replied, “Does your industry have inspection standards? Have you submitted a code proposal to add it to the IBC?”
FCIA’s Standards Committee formed that day, and FCIA hired a consultant to write the first draft of ASTM E2174, (Penetrations). FCIA was the proponent – with Bill Koffel (Koffel Associates) – to adding ASTM E2174/ ASTM E2393 (Joints) to the 2012 International Building Code.
FCIA hit the ground running back in 1999, advocating for the firestop and effective compartmentation industry, and we haven’t stopped.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
8/25/21 August 25, 2021
Thanks to all who attended today’s ‘Firestop Systems Selection & Analysis with FCIA’ webinar. Missed it? Find the presentation here!
08/24/21 August 24, 2021
Did You Know…
Lack of high-rise buildings in ND, NH, MS, AK, could explain why there are less FM 4991 Approved or UL Qualified Firestop Contractors Specified.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
08/24/21 August 24, 2021
One day left to register for ‘Firestop Systems Selection & Analysis with FCIA’.
When: Wednesday, August 25
Time: 10:00 am CDT
08/17/21 August 17, 2021
Regional geographic distribution shows FM 4991 and UL Qualified Firestop Contractors are specified widely.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
08/11/21 August 11, 2021
FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members: One Day Left to Register for the FCIA Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members Only ‘FCIA Education for the FM & UL-ULC Firestop Exams’ webinar.
When: Thursday, August 12
Time: 8:00 am CDT
08/10/21 August 10, 2021
Manufacturing, Dormitories, Healthcare seem to be where the highest percentages of buildings get FM 4991 and UL Qualified Contractors specified. What types of projects do you most often see FM 4991 Approved and/or UL Qualified Firestop Contractors in the specifications?
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
08/03/21 August 3, 2021
FM 4991 Approved and UL Qualified Firestop Contractors are specified in all segments of building owners.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
07/28/21 July 28, 2021
FM 4991 Approved and or UL Qualified Firestop Contractors are specified widely. FCIA’s Marketing Committee wants to find out why. Email us at info@FCIA.org with the characteristics of projects where the specs hold to help with our research.
SOURCE: FCIA Marketing Committee Research conducted with Dodge Data Analytics/The Blue Book.
07/20/21 July 20, 2021
The first in the FCIA Did You Know LinkedIn series dropped today!
Check it out online, and make sure to Like, Share, Tag, Comment, and more! C’mon, let’s spread the word about the importance of firestopping and effective compartmentation!
07/15/21 July 15, 2021
Registration is open for ‘Firestop Systems Selection & Analysis with FCIA’, the August session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series.
When: Wednesday, August 25
Time: 10:00 am CDT
07/14/21 July 14, 2021
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘The ‘DIIM’ of Firestopping: What You Need to Know’, with Bill McHugh (FCIA) and Rich Walke (CTI). If you missed the session, you can find it here.
07/08/21 July 8, 2021
Calling all those interested in the firestop industry!
Registration is now open for FIC ’21, the FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show, heading to San Diego, CA and the Rancho Bernardo Inn this November 2-5, 2021!
07/02/21 July 2, 2021
In honor of the US Independence Day holiday, the FCIA office will be closed Monday, July 5, 2021. We will resume normal business hours Tuesday, July 6, 2021. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!
06/29/21 June 29, 2021
Material availability and pricing challenges continue to plague the construction industry. Check out this guide from Stephen Phillips of HPSS Law for how to protect your company during these unprecedented times. Learn More
06/28/21 June 28, 2021
The FCIA Manual of Practice (MOP) recently received a big update to the Codes and Standards section. Expanded to 120 pages, the update includes a new Appendix on Standards that adds Code information for countries and regions like the USA, Canada, the UK, parts of Europe, the Middle East, Far East, and more. Learn more
06/25/21 June 25, 2021
The Summer issue of Life Safety Digest is arriving soon in mailboxes around the world. The newest issue features articles and content focused on Health Care occupancies. It’s a definite must-read!
06/23/21 June 23, 2021
Registration is open for ‘The ‘DIIM’ of Firestopping: What You Need to Know’, the July session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series.
When: Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Time: 10:00 am CDT – 11:30 am CDT
06/18/21 June 18, 2021
FCIA’s Board of Directors meets with leaders from the International Firestop Council at each FCIA Conference. Topics of discussion have included a wide range of industry talking points. It’s always great to meet face-to-face to discuss industry issues.
06/16/21 June 16, 2021
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘Fire-Resistance Protection of Swinging Fire Doors’, with Rich Walke. Find the Presentation here. Members can find the recording in the Members Only area.
06/14/21 June 14, 2021
FCIA recently announced the winners of the 2021 FCIA Scholarships:
Jake Smith (Worcester Polytechnic Institute)
and
Jacob Witlin (University of Maryland, College Park)
Congratulations, gentlemen!
06/10/21 June 10, 2021
Did You Know…
The FCIA Marketing Committee analyzed 15,000+ projects to see how often things like the FM 4991 Approved & UL-ULC Qualified Contractor Programs or third-party firestop inspections were being specified?
Watch out for our upcoming LinkedIn campaign that highlights some of the most interesting findings!
05/28/21 May 28, 2021
Registration is now open for ‘Fire-Resistance Protection of Swinging Fire Doors’, the June session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series.
When: Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Time: 10:00 am CDT
5/26/21 May 26, 2021
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘Firestopping – Building Codes, Fire Codes, & Specifications’. The Q&A session after the presentation was loaded with great questions!
FCIA Members can find the recording in Members Only. All others can find the Presentation here.
5/25/21 May 25, 2021
One day left to register for ‘Firestopping – Building Codes, Fire Codes, & Specifications’!
When: Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Time: 10:00 am CDT
5/17/21 May 17, 2021
Lots of FM & UL Firestop Exams were given last week at ECA ’21. That’s a lot of third-party accredited Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors!
Need to find a FM 4991 Approved or UL-ULC Qualified Firestop Contractor near you? Check the FCIA Member List!
5/13/21 May 13, 2021
Registration is open for ‘Firestopping – Building Codes, Fire Codes, & Specifications’, the May session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series.
When: Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Time: 10:00 am CDT
5/11/21 May 11, 2021
Lots of big announcements from ECA ’21, including the upcoming release of the 8th Edition of the FCIA Manual of Practice (MOP), the impending launch of the FCAEP Firestop Level 2 Program, and so much more! Stay tuned for the next edition of the FCIA e-Newsletter, which will recap all of the exciting news!
04/28/21 April 28, 2021
Thanks to all who attended today’s webinar, ‘Critical Electrical & Communications Circuit Protection’, with Rich Walke (CTI for FCIA). Missed it? Check out the presentation here!
04/06/21 April 7, 2021
The latest issue of Life Safety Digest has dropped, and you’ve got to check out our new look! This issue launches our BRAND NEW DIGITAL PLATFORM. Your online reading experience just got a monumental upgrade!
04/01/21 April 5, 2021
Thanks to all who attended ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Standards and Ratings Used for the Protection of Joints and Voids’ with Rich Walke. Missed it? Find the presentation here.
Members can find the recording in the Members Only section.
04/05/21 April 5, 2021
Registration is open for, ‘Critical Electrical & Communications Circuit Protection’, the April session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series.
When: Wednesday, April 28
Time: 10:00 am CDT
04/01/21 April 1, 2021
FCIA’s Standards Committee member Jay McGuire is the chair of the new Task Group at ASTM building a standard for ‘Identification Systems’. Most identify this as labelling firestopping with the system number, contractor contact info, etc. There also can be tags made from plastic, paper, steel, ceramic fiber and more. Where do these ID systems get placed? How close to the penetrating item? On the joint? That’s what is being addressed on the first ballot on ASTM. Watch for more on this as it develops.
03/30/21 March 30, 2021
One day left to register for ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Standards and Ratings Used for the Protection of Joints and Voids’, the March session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series.
When: March 31, 2021
Time: 10:00 am CDT
03/29/21 March 29, 2021
FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors and Special Inspection Agencies: only one day left to register for the extended four-hour ‘FCIA Education for the FM & UL-ULC Firestop Exams’ webinar.
When: Tuesday, March 30
Time: 8:00 am CDT
Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors and Special Inspection Agency personnel: Not a member but want to attend? JOIN FCIA TODAY!
03/25/21 March 25, 2021
FCIA Members are the best and safest choice for Barrier Management Services, like Firestop Systems, Barrier Repairs, Fire and Smoke Dampers, Fire-Resistance-Rated Glazing, and more.
03/22/21 March 22, 2021
Have you heard about the new FCIA Certificate of Achievement Education Program, the new Certificate program for Specialty Firestop Installation Contractors and Special Inspection Agency personnel? Check out the Firestop Level 1 Program, available now!
03/15/21 March 15, 2021
Things are taking shape for ECA ’21! Registrations are rolling in. Speakers are confirmed. Now, all ECA ’21 needs is you!
03/09/21 March 9, 2021
The latest installation of the FCIA e-Newsletter is here, and there is a lot going on at FCIA right now!
03/01/21 March 2, 2021
BIG NEWS!!!
The FCIA Firestop Level 1 Certificate of Achievement Education Program (FCAEP) is live! And FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor and Special Inspection Agency Members get BIG DISCOUNTS!
2/26/21 February 26, 2021
This May 10-13, where can you go to find technical firestop education, the FM & UL-ULC Firestop Exams, round table action meetings, and networking events for the firestop industry?
And with two ways to attend, there’s no reason not to be there.
What are you waiting for?
Register Today!
02/24/21 February 24, 2021
Registration is open for the ‘FCIA Education for the FM & UL-ULC Firestop Exams’ webinar. FCIA Contractor Members looking to pursue the FM 4991 Approved or UL-ULC Qualified Firestop Contractor programs and FCIA Special Inspection Agency Members pursuing the IAS AC 291 Accredited Program can attend this extended 4-hour webinar to prepare for the FM or UL-ULC Firestop Exams.
When: Tuesday, March 30
Time: 8:00 am CST
02/18/21 February 18, 2021
Registration is open for ECA ’21, the FCIA Education & Committee Action Hybrid Conference, heading to the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza this May 10-13. Attend – either In-Person OR Online – with the same access and benefits regardless of how you get there.
Register Today
02/18/21 February 18, 2021
Thank you to all who tuned in to yesterday’s ‘Maintaining Protection of Gypsum Assemblies’ webinar with Kyle Flondor of USG. It’s always great having Kyle present because he always brings strong technical content and a wealth of knowledge. And, we had great interaction and participation from the crowd with thought-provoking questions, some that even stumped Kyle! Make sure you check out next month’s session on Joints and Voids!
02/17/21 February 17, 2021
Register today for the March session in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series, ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Standards and Ratings Used for the Protection of Joints and Voids’.
When: Wednesday, March 31
Time: 10:00 am CDT
02/16/21 February 16, 2021
One day left to register for ‘Maintaining Protection of Gypsum Assemblies’ with Kyle Flondor (USG). Make sure to sign-up today!
When: Wednesday, February 17
Time: 10:00 am CST
02/04/21 February 4, 2021
The FCIA Board of Directors met this week to strategize FCIA’s 2021 actions and initiatives.
From Accreditation, Education, Code and Standards to Program, Labeling, FM & UL Contractor Programs, Inspection, and a lot more, the FCIA Board developed a comprehensive and consistent plan of action for the year. Watch as new and existing program announcements unfold in coming weeks and months…
Thanks to all FCIA Board members for their continued leadership and donation of their time and talents for the Association and the industry.
01/29/21 January 29, 2021
Where can you go to find experts in the fields of Firestopping and Effective Compartmentation and Barrier Management Services?
The FCIA Member Lists of course! Here you’ll find the leading experts and providers for all aspects of high-quality fire-resistance-rated and smoke-resistant assemblies and Barrier Management Services.
01/26/21 January 26, 2021
Registration is open for the February webinar in the FCIA Educational Webinar Series ’21.
Don’t miss ‘Maintaining Protection of Gypsum Assemblies’ with Kyle Flondor, USG’s Fire Systems Lead, Building Science, as he covers proper design and systems selection through the UL Product iQ. Then, follow along as he dives into the patching and repair of fire-resistance-rated gypsum assemblies.
When: Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Time: 10:00 am CST
Register Today!
01/20/21 January 20, 2021
Registration is now open for ECA ’21, the FCIA Education & Committee Action Hybrid Conference, heading to Kansas City, MO this May 10-13!
With two options to attend – IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL – there’s no excuse not to be there!
01/19/21 January 19, 2021
Thank you to all who attended today’s ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Multiple Ratings of Firestop Systems’ with Rich Walke (CTI for FCIA), the opening session in the 2021 FCIA Educational Webinar Series. Stay tuned for information on the February session.
Missed it? You can find the presentation here.
01/14/21 January 14, 2021
The Firestop Contractors International Association announces the all-new FCIA Firestop Certificate of Achievement Program for Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor personnel and Firestop Special Inspection Agency personnel who want to immerse themselves in the world of firestopping and fire-resistance-rated and smoke-resistant assemblies.
Stay tuned to www.FCIA.org and the January e-News for more information!
01/07/12 January 12, 2021
Wait for it…
The ALL NEW Life Safety Digest 2021 Print + Digital Planning Guide is here!
Formerly the Life Safety Digest Media Kit, the redesigned Print + Digital Planning Guide offers exciting new print and digital advertising opportunities across the Life Safety Digest and FCIA platforms that will fit with any budget.
01/12/21 January 12, 2021
Did you know FCIA provides the FCIA Manual of Practice FREE to Architects and Specifiers with Design Firms, Fire Officials, Fire Marshals, Code Officials, AHJs, and more?
Email us to see if you qualify!
01/04/20 January 4, 2021
The date for the January webinar, ‘Firestopping & Standards – An In-Depth Look at the Multiple Ratings of Firestop Systems’, has changed. Please note the new date:
When: TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 2021
Time: 10:00 am CST
Hot News Archives December 31, 2020
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Why Use A Specialty Firestop Contractor?
Cables, pipes of all types, expansion, and building perimeter joints all make breaches in fire-resistance-rated and smoke-resistant assemblies. When breaches that allow penetrations to pass through and joints that allow for movement are required, FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor Members are the “go to” companies to look for. FCIA Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor Member companies specialize in this highly technical service that protects people, property, and continuity of building operations. They understand how to analyze conditions, correctly select listed firestop SYSTEMS, then install the firestop systems with the utmost attention to detail.
Why Use A Special Inspection Agency?
FCIA Firestop Special Inspection Agency Members strive to be the best at inspecting highly technical firestop systems. These FCIA Member Inspection Agencies assess the installation of the Specialty Firestop Installation Contractor against the tested and listed system listing that was used to build the firestop system. Competent, third-party independent inspection by FCIA Firestop Special Inspection Agency Members with the proper equipment, competent personnel, and practical industry experience adds an integral quality check on the firestop installation process. Insist on FCIA Firestop Special Inspection Agencies that know when the installation is right or wrong.
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FCIA members span the globe provided services and materials that uphold the highest level of standards.
Need Barrier Management Services?
Building Owners and Managers are required by the International Fire Code, NFPA 101, NFPA 1, the National Fire Code of Canada, UAE Fire and Life Safety Code, and other codes to maintain all types of fire-resistance rated and smoke resistant assemblies for the life of the building.
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