NFPA 551-2019 PDF Download

The NFPA 551-2019 standard is a comprehensive resource for evaluating the appropriateness and execution of fire risk assessments. It is designed to assist professionals such as AHJs, insurance professionals, and building owners in reviewing or conducting fire risk assessments.

The standard covers a wide range of topics related to fire risk assessments. It provides guidance on applying risk-informed decision making for fire safety, selecting fire scenarios, and developing documentation to accompany the assessment. It also includes information on evaluating the qualifications of those conducting the assessment and addressing uncertainty during the process.

Additionally, NFPA 551-2019 discusses factors to consider when conducting or reviewing a fire risk assessment, such as the changing effectiveness of fire protection equipment, features, programs, and procedures. It explores the role of qualitative, semiquantitative, and quantitative methods in assessing fire risk, as well as the concept of cost-benefit analysis.

The standard emphasizes the importance of proper documentation and provides details on the elements of a fire risk assessment. It also addresses the use of operations and maintenance manuals and checklists that consider both likelihood and consequence. The 2019 edition includes an updated Annex B that offers additional explanatory material and references to other guidance documents.