The latest issue of The FireStop has dropped.  Check it out to catch up on all things FCIA!

FCIA is growing and taking steps to solidify and continue our industry-leading expertise in the global Passive Fire Protection industry, and we’re excited to share some big news.

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Gabby Peck (PhD) has joined FCIA as our new Technical Director. Gabby brings a wealth of experience and expertise, and we’re excited to welcome her to the team.  Reach out to say, 'Hello!"

Last Call! Registration for the FCIA Golf Outing closes Monday. Don’t miss your chance to tee off with FCIA at the Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show ’25 — plus experience all the education, networking, and exhibitor action waiting for you.  See you in Orlando soon!

What's that you say?  You're looking for an expert in Passive Fire Protection who specializes in effective compartmentation?

Lucky for you, we've got a whole bunch of those folks!

Find a FCIA Member Near You

Looking for a golf buddy at FIC '25?  Check out Who's Coming!

In honor of the US Labor Day holiday, the FCIA office will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025.  

See you Tuesday!

Two weeks until PasFiPro '25 Montreal!  Make sure you're ready to attend.

If you know any Architects, Specifiers, Engineers with Design Firms, Fire Marshals, Code Officials, AHJs, or Facility Engineers with Healthcare or Educational occupancies that you'd like to attend, let us know.  We'll get them in for free!  No, that's not a typo.  People who fill any of those categories can come for FREE!  Spread the word.

At this year's NFPA Conference & Expo, Jim Pauley (NFCA President & CEO) announced the launch of a "Safety Doesn't Happen by Chance" campaign to raise public awareness of the critical importance of codes and standards and what's at stake if that system of safety is compromised.  FCIA is proud to support this campaign, but it shouldn't end there.  YOU can get involved by learning more at www.Don’tChanceSafety.org and www.ReverseRenovations.org.  Take a visible role in the fight to defend safety.

Attention Specialty Firestop Contractors and Inspection Agencies working in Abu Dhabi, UAE:

Did you know that you have until 26 December 2025 to comply with the new contractor requirements from ADCDA?  Check out this webinar with Capt. Eng. Alhanaee on the changes and how they impact you.  Trust us, you need to watch this webinar.  And then reach out to us to join and learn about becoming FM 4991 or UL Qualified.  We're here for you!

We’re excited to announce the release of the updated FCIA Quality Management System (QMS) Manual Template – exclusively for FCIA members in the Members Only area!

Developed and refined by the FCIA Accreditation Committee, with comments from both FM and UL, this newly revised template is designed to help Specialty Firestop Contractors and Inspection Agencies develop, document, and strengthen internal location-specific quality management processes. Whether you're preparing for accreditation or simply enhancing internal systems, this tool provides a solid foundation tailored to our industry's needs.

Not a Member?  Learn More about Joining FCIA

In addition to it being free Slurpee day, it's also the day that the new ASTM E3456 Labeling Standard became officially official!

👏 Major kudos to Jay McGuire and the Standards Committee for their hard work the past few years to get this done.  It's a huge win for the industry and building safety.  Better labeling = better compliance, better inspections, and ultimately, better safety.

Let’s keep raising the bar for passive fire protection! 🔥

Specialty Firestop Contractors and Inspection Agencies - If you've been thinking about joining FCIA but have been looking for that sign that now's the time...NOW'S THE TIME!  

Membership dues just dropped.  Get the rest of the year for $800 USD.  All the membership benefits (discounts on the MOP, subscription pricing to the FEP, discounted conference attendance, Members Only access) for a fraction of the cost.

What are you waiting for?  Join Today!

It's here!  It's really here!  The FireStop, FCIA's quarterly newsletter, has dropped and is now live in your inbox and online.

Check it out!

The Firestop Contractors International Association (FCIA) has released a position paper introducing the 'DIIM'^TM of Firestopping framework, The Global Language of Passive Fire Protection: Understanding the 'DIIM'^TM Way.  The landmark document is a global standard for passive fire protection to ensure safer buildings worldwide. FCIA calls on building professionals and policymakers to adopt this unified approach to enhance fire safety and protect communities.

Read It Online

It's finally here!  

Registration for FIC '25, the FCIA Firestop Industry Conference & Trade Show - aka the most epic event for firestopping and effective compartmentation in the galaxy -  is NOW OPEN!

Learn More

HUGE THANKS to Michael Bulzomi (Greenheck) and the entire group who stayed on for our ultra-long webinar yesterday!  The 'Fire & Smoke Dampers: Dos & Don’ts of Installation, Inspection, Testing, & Maintenance' session went over 2 hours with more than 1 hour of Q&A!  WOW!

Find the Presentation here.  Members can find the Recording in Members Only.

Make sure to join us for next month's session on Firestop Inspection with Wayne Barrow (Vericon) on June 25!

Have you heard?  FCIA has partnered with Fire Australia 2025, Australasia's LARGEST Fire Protection industry event!

Visit the team from FCIA at booth 204A in the tradeshow hall AND plan to attend Abhishek Chhabra’s (FCIA) session on “The Global Language of Firestopping” in the conference sessions.

Learn more here: https://fireaustralia.com.au/

Hello, World!

It's T-minus 14-days to ECA '25.  Let the countdown begin!

Let's Gooooooo!

FCIA had an AWESOME webinar yesterday with Abhishek Chhabra (FCIA/NFCA), Dr. Gabby Peck, and Rich Walke (CTI) on 'Building Codes & Fire Test Standards Around the World'.  HUGE thanks to our esteemed panel for a wonderful session!

Check it out here!

Are you ready for the final installment in 'The Global Language of Passive Fire Protection' webinar series?  Buckle up...it's almost here!  Huge thanks to Abhishek Chhabra for moderating and assembling the panels of experts for these informative sessions on how Passive Fire Protection is approached around the world.

When: 20 March 2025
Time: 12:00 pm GMT

Register Today!

Ever wonder how FCIA knows where to go and what to do and how to be effective?

It's all thanks to our amazing group of Board and Committee volunteers!  From Committee meetings to Board meetings, extended strategy sessions to impromptu catch-up calls, FCIA couldn't do what we do without the dedication and commitment of our volunteers and members.

From all of us to all of you, THANK YOU!

FCIA was honored to be invited to present to the attendees at the Hilti FASC Level 2 Workshop today.  The session covered FCIA and what we do, as well as the FCIA Education Program.

Thank you to Hilti leadership for including FCIA in the program to educate the future of our industry!

Who is presenting at the Big 5 Construct Saudi event in Riyadh on 27 February?

FCIA's very own Abhishek Chhabra!  Will you be there?

Have you heard...Big 5 Construct Saudi is heading to Riyadh this February, and FCIA is on the agenda!  That's right!  We're bringing Passive Fire Protection education to KSA.  See you there.

Have you heard?  FCIA is going to be at the Dubai Fire Safety Forum this 25 February 2025!  Yep, spreading the good 'DIIM' word in Dubai...it's just what we do!

Learn More

Thanks for joining us for the fourth session in 'The Global Language of Passive Fire Protection' webinar series.  Today's session with Yolybeth Doropan (Vortex Fire), Karthik Easwar (ICC), and Tyler Ferguson (NFS) focused on 'The Power of the 'I'nspection'.  See you later this month for the final session in the series!  Register Today

Welcome 2025, and welcome FCIA renewed members!  Haven't renewed yet?  Reach out to Lissette to secure your member benefits through 2025!