A Chapter of the National Fire Sprinkler Association
The Florida Fire Sprinkler Association (FFSA)

The Florida Fire Sprinkler Association was established in 1975, and became a Chapter of the National Fire Sprinkler Association in 1995. The FFSA
represents all fire sprinkler interests including fire sprinkler contractors, suppliers and manufacturers of fire sprinkler and related equipment,
professionals, and authorities having jurisdiction. The FFSA is pleased to offer an Associate Membership exclusive to interests in the State of Florida.
As the premier provider fire sprinkler related training and education in the State of Florida, FFSA offer numerous opportunities to attain required
continuing education credit through Area Interest Meetings, seminars, annual conference, and other special training sessions for professional
development. The Pipeline...An Official Publication of the Florida Fire Sprinkler Association is published monthly. Read the current copy of
The
Pipeline.

Download a copy of the FFSA by-laws here..      Download a copy for Florida Revised Code Section 633
National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA)

In the promotion of the fire sprinkler concept, the National Fire Sprinkler Association represents all fire sprinkler industry interests including fire sprinkler
contractors, manufacturers and suppliers of fire sprinklers and related equipment and fire protection professionals. Established in 1905, the National Fire
Sprinkler Association provides publications, nationally accredited seminars, representation in codes and standards-making, market development, labor
relations and other services to its membership. Headquartered in Patterson, New York, the National Fire Sprinkler Association has regional operations
offices throughout the country.Please visit the NFSA web site at:
www.nfsa.org
OUR MISSION
To protect lives
and
property from fire
through the
wide-spread
acceptance of the
fire
sprinkler concept.
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2007 FFSA Board of Directors

Executive Committee (term expires in 2008)
President- Mike Crain
1st. Vice President- Jay Larson
2nd. Vice President- Wendy Rothenberg
Secretary/Treasurer- Bill Van Haute

Contractor Board of Directors
Ron Benke
Mike Brown
John Duffin
Randy Evans
Wayne Gey
Dave Haney
Lenny Hollis
Dave Huysman
Terry Morh
Don Robertson
Alan Wiginton

SAM Board of Directors (term ends2008)
Dennis Marra
Versie Vigie

CLICK
HERE TO SEE CONTACT INFORMATION AND SEAT TERM
National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA)

In the promotion of the fire sprinkler concept, the National Fire Sprinkler Association represents all fire sprinkler industry interests including fire
sprinkler contractors, manufacturers and suppliers of fire sprinklers and related equipment and fire protection professionals. Established in 1905, the
National Fire Sprinkler Association provides publications, nationally accredited seminars, representation in codes and standards-making, market
development, labor relations and other services to its membership. Headquartered in Patterson, New York, the National Fire Sprinkler Association
has regional operations offices throughout the country.Please visit the NFSA web site at:
www.nfsa.org
 Breaking News.............

Area Interest Meetings coming up -
click HERE to see schedule.

New Legislative update from the desk of Buddy Dewar Click Here to see current update

NICET class filling up fast - only 2 seats open, register today.  Class will be in Orlando at a Disney Hotel,
October 7-9 with test on 10th click
HERE for details.  The Regal Sun at Lake Buena Vista is giving us a special
rate of $79.00 per night
(plus applicable charges) under FFSA - this is a Disney Resort so an excellent price.  Must
book by August 23, 2008.

It’s Time Again for the Sprinklerman™© Coloring Contest Fire Prevention Week is October 5-11, 2008 and to
celebrate, NFSA is having a Sprinklerman™© coloring contest. Entries will be separated into four categories
based on age: 3-4, 5-7, 8-9 and 10-12. The prize for each category will be a $50 US Savings Bond. Entries must
be postmarked by October 31, 2008. Winners will be notified by November 30, 2008 and published at the NFSA
website, in the March/April 2009 issue of SQ magazine and other NFSA publications. View
Official Rules or
Contest Form.

Our
NEW web community is up and running.  Go to www.ffsacommunity.com to register!!

Need some more convincing video about the fire problem in this country?  
Empty Shoes video now on
YouTube!
    Please take a minute and watch this very important video - to see video click HERE.

Florida Administrative Code (FAC) 69A-46, passed on May 18, 2008.  69A-46, in part addresses ITM requirements for
tagging fire sprinkler systems.  Read complete law by clicking
HERE.

Let us help you fulfill your contractor CEU requirements for recertification.  Download a copy of the Florida Fire
Sprinkler Association's
"Catalog of Course Offerings" to find out how we can help you.

An
IMPORTANT memo from NICET regarding exams..........click here to view