Montana electrical inspectors establish NFPA Electrical Inspection Section chapter
Iain Hoey
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NFPA chapter launch in Montana
The Montana Electrical Inspectors Association has joined the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to launch an Electrical Inspection Section Affiliate Chapter (EIS).
The NFPA announcement said the Montana Electrical Inspectors Association will provide training, education and networking opportunities for the state’s electrical inspection community.
Tim McClintock, NFPA lead regional electrical specialist and Executive Secretary of the Electrical Inspection Section, said: “NFPA is proud to welcome its newest EIS Affiliate Chapter.
“Through this relationship, NFPA and the Montana electrical enforcement community can work hand-in-hand, amplifying our collective voice to tackle today’s electrical challenges and advance safety in the community.”
McClintock added: “A strong electrical inspection program plays a vital role in safety and compliance with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC) and other codes, helping safeguard people and property from electrical-related hazards.
“The new NFPA EIS Affiliate Chapter actively supports electrical inspection professionals who are charged with understanding the NEC and how its requirements are applied, and is aimed at both meeting their unique needs, as well as preserving the independent voices of those engaged in electrical inspections.”
Other EIS Affiliate Chapters and membership details
NFPA said the Montana Electrical Inspectors Association joins other electrical inspector associations among the first organisations to create an NFPA EIS Affiliate Chapter in the US.
The other associations listed were Alabama, Colorado, Kentucky, Maryland, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio and Rhode Island.
Tim Netzley, president of the Montana Electrical Inspectors Association, said: “Electrical inspections are an essential component of community safety, ensuring compliance with the National Electrical Code and supporting an effective electrical system of safety.
“The launch of the Montana Electrical Inspection Chapter underscores our commitment to education, collaboration, and professional excellence as we work with NFPA to address evolving electrical safety challenges and strengthen our impact statewide.”
Electrical inspection members of an NFPA EIS Affiliate Chapter may qualify for the NFPA Electrical Inspection Membership, which includes membership in the NFPA Electrical Inspection Section.
The membership benefits listed include participation in the code development process, special programming and products, code changes training and events.